I’m always trying to find ways to not waste the scraps of fabric from my sewing projects. One of the easiest things to do is to make a small purse or bag for a little girl. Here’s a little tutorial for an oilcloth mini shopping bag for your favorite little one. (Note: Since I […] Read more…
I was really excited to make this bag. I love reusable shopping bags and I just fell in love with this fabric. I really like the way it turned out. The pattern came from Clare Youngs’ “The Perfect Handmade Bag”. It was very easy and quick. I think I spent more time cutting the […] Read more…
My four-year-old son has been very interested in dinosaurs recently, especially the brachiosaurus. We made these handmade valentines using simple heart shaped cards we picked up at Michaels and some boy themed scrapbook paper. I covered each card with paper. I used paper with stripes, gears and stars. I couldn’t find a dinosoaur punch […] Read more…
Here’s another very quick Valentine’s Day decoration. I did mine in about an hour (while sitting in front of the TV). You’ll need some cardstock in various colors and patterns, foam (heart shaped), 2 sheets of craft felt, push pins (about 1″), and a flower craft punch. (Take a look at another project where I […] Read more…
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I got my oilcloth fabric in the mail today! I just love these two prints. On the left is Naomi Ito and on the right Amy Butler. I’m so excited to start cutting and turn these into bags. Good thing I got my sewing machine back today and it’s all fixed and ready to […] Read more…
