I had a busy weekend spending time with my grandson and making him fleece pajama pants and a matching bunny! This weekend reminder of how I used to multitask during nap time. During the his first nap I made his pajama pants and started on his bunny. I didn’t get a chance to take pictures of each step, but I got the…
Sewing Level Standards Poll
There are a lot of sewing skill level standards found on the internet, but what do you consider as your skill level and why? Take this quick poll to tell me what you think! Let’s focus on those who have moved past the beginner stage of just becoming familiar with the sewing machine and have made a couple of items,…
The Santorini Tote Bag PDF Feature
Pattern Pile has selected my Santorini Tote Bag PDF pattern as one of bags to sew for spring! Besides the Indie pattern feature it’s also listed in the top 10 sewing project section too. (Woot-Woot!) Click on the photo to see this and other amazing sewing projects. You can find the Digital pattern in my Etsy shop. Click on the following photo to get the…
Sewing Tip- How to Make Custom Sewing Labels
Mayra at So Sew Easy experimented with different sewing label styles and shares inexpensive ways you can make your own custom sewing labels! “There are so many nice label shops out there, especially on Etsy. I’ve been wanting to get some custom sewing labels for myself for some time now, but for wanting so many different styles, it would cost me…
Sewing Tip- Cheap PDF Pattern Storage Ideas
I found cheap PDF pattern storage supplies at the Dollar Store where everything is a dollar! It is definitely worth the trip if you’re looking to organize your craft supplies too! Here are a couple of ideas I found useful for storing PDF patterns. Pin this for later! I thought it would be fun to cover file storage boxes…
DIY Handmade Craft Features – Final 12 Crafts
I had a blast with the Holiday and Handmade Craft link parties from November until February 8th! I’ve share the Top 22 Holiday Craft Favorites in 2015, so I thought that the last weeks of the handmade crafts links shared deserve a featured spot too! I also want to give a big “THANK YOU” to everyone that shared and inspired others with their…
Handmade Craft Features – Week #15
Check out Week #15 Handmade Craft Features! Kreative Doting has been very busy creating these spectacular projects with tutorials. Click on the photos to view the link to the projects. Pin these ideas for later! Stay tuned there’s more to come from LaCartera!
Dubai Fabric Haul
Just picture me doing my happy dance when my friend returned from her trip to Dubai and my fabric haul! Luckily she loves to shop and found some pretty unique textiles for me. Here’s a look at some of her pretty cool picks. This cotton textile is my absolute favorite! I love the roses on the blue and white background. I…
Handmade Craft Feature – Week #14
Check out Week #14 Handmade Craft Feature! Katy Trail Creations shares her crochet afghan baby blanket. Click on the photo to view the link to the project. There’s still time to be inspired and share your craft projects before Valentine’s Day! Pin this idea for later! Share your crafts at the next Handmade Craft Link Party on Sunday, February 7th & Monday, February 8th, until midnight (U.S./Eastern Standard Time)….
Merchant’s Protect Yourself Against Fraudulent Credit Card Claims
Are you a Merchant? If you’re selling your goods online, or at a brick and mortar store that accepts credit card payments – you are considered a merchant. Beware merchants of the rules and regulations regarding credit card chargebacks, because they don’t accommodate you even if you have an iron clad contract or sales agreement. The Card…
Sewing Tip- Top 5 Mistakes to Avoid When Cutting Fabric.
So Sew Easy shares the top 5 mistakes to avoid when cutting fabric. Many aspiring sewers become afraid or unmotivated because the project didn’t turn out the way they wanted. A big pile of unfinished garments is a dead give away! Our brain is trained to look for inconsistencies and it is how we judge beauty….
Handmade Craft Features – Week #13
Check out Week #13 Handmade Craft Features! Here’s a link to 14 Free Printable Valentine’s Day Cards. Because I’m Cheap shares some adorable craft ideas here! Click on the photo to view the link to the project. There’s still time to be inspired and share your craft projects before Valentine’s Day! Here’s a great gift idea too! A reversible apron tutorial I created…
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