6 Step Pillow Lounge Tutorial


You can make this “Pillow Lounge Cover” in 6 easy steps!  My grandchildren needed seating and I took on the challenge to find a chair or something that I could make that they would get good use of for several years to come.  I initially found the Pillow Lounge on Wayfair and Amazon and thought…

Spring Inspiration – Discover Your Creativity & DIY Wreath


I’ve had such a difficult time finding the perfect wreath for my front door and then it hit me…. Why not make my own! I spent time searching around town for the perfect wreath, but of course you would probably never find the perfect color, flowers, or price.  I was inspired by a friend who talked about creating the perfect wreath for…

Sewing Tip – Make a Stylish Pair of Sweatpants


Myra at So Sew Easy shares a FREE pattern and tutorial to make a pair of stylish sweatpants. Save this for later!   Myra says… “The fit of the pattern is not the trend of these days which is for thick leggings with pockets. These sweatpants are more in the traditional (read practical) style and have more room around the…

The Latest Thread – What’s Your Craft Room Style?


Craft Room Style like a Boss! No Not Gangnam Style, but Craft Room Style!  If you’re like me the heart of your home is your craft room, your space, your sanctuary! My philosophy is that you create a space that works for your needs!  The most important aspect to any craft room or space to me is organization! (No…

DIY Craft Room Inspiration!


Who loves a craft room? A dream space where you can craft, craft and craft! Well I’m happy to announce that Wayfair, the online furniture and décor store has featured my craft room workstation alongside a few other DIY bloggers on their site! The feature is on Wayfair’s Workbenches and Worktables page. Read more here ….  What’s your favorite…

Top Sewing – Crochet -PDF Pattern Tutorials in 2016


As I look at the most viewed tutorials posted I realize that I didn’t create as many tutorials as I would have liked for the year and some of the tutorials continue to make the top viewed list every year. Where did the time go? I challenged myself to learn Adobe illustrator and In Design to…

Crafty Design-O-Rama Featured Projects #27


This Weeks Crafty Design-O-Rama Craft Featured Projects! Is everyone ready for Christmas?  Well here are the favorite projects shared last week!  We’ll share the 16 popular posts next week in a series-end wrap up.  The crafty link-up is officially closed and I hope to see your awesome craft projects next year! So save and share your favorites and have a Very…

Crafty Design-O-Rama Link Party #26


It’s Design-O-Rama Craft Link Party Time! As we countdown to Christmas this is your last chance to link up your projects.  We’ll share the favorites next week, with a series-end wrap up to follow near the end of the month. I hope you have enjoyed our link party as much as we have!! The crafty link-up is…

Crafty Design-O-Rama Link Party #25


It’s Design-O-Rama Craft Link Party Time! Are you finishing up all of those Christmas crafts? Well It’s time to share all of  your fabulous items you’ve been working on! We have some fabulous featured crafts this week and if you click on the blue Inlinkz button below you can see them all!   So let’s start the party! Share your projects here, meet new friends, and discover new…

LaCartera Kids – Crochet Aviator Hat- Free Pattern


I found the cutest crochet aviator hat on Pinterest and the free pattern by Repeat After Me!  I had to give it a whirl and make it for my grandson.  It was the perfect time to get started on this pattern when he came to visit for Thanksgiving . I got to fit the shell on his…

Crafty Design-O-Rama Link Party #24


It’s Design-O-Rama Craft Link Party Time! It’s one of my favorite times of the year again! It’s time to see all of the fabulous craftiness from you!  All of the handmade Christmas gifts, DIY decorations, handmade items for sale, great recipe’s and more… We have some fabulous featured crafts this week and if you click on the blue Inlinkz button…