Charming Mug Rug and Wine Coaster
Quick and easy, make a mug rug from a charm pack for your cup of coffee or tea, as well as a wine coaster where everyone can keep track of...
Mothers Day
Need easy Mother’s Day gift ideas to make yourself? With a DIY Mother’s Day, your homemade gifts for Mom are extra thoughtful. Try arranging several easy items in a DIY basket. Browse our handmade Mother’s Day craft ideas to make her day with a present for Mom you made yourself.
Homemade Gifts for Mom
How to Make Lotus-Style Kinchaku Bags
Lotus-Style Kinchaku bags are also called Lotus Flower bags or Origami Lotus Bags. These are super simple to make, so they are perfect for beginners. You can make them any...
Make an English Paper Pieced Mug Rug
English Paper Piecing (EPP) is gaining traction as part of the slow stitch movement, but making a full-size EPP quilt is a long-term commitment. Thinking of an introduction to EPP,...
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Creative Gift Wrap Ideas
Make use of non-traditional wrapping materials or use what you already have in your closet in a whole new way to package a gift creatively.
Easy Bags to Sew
A bag has simple seams, can be made from just one or two fabrics, and is achievable in a relatively short period of time - if you select the right…
How to Make a “No Sew” Double Fleece Blanket
I made this fleece blanket for my niece for a Christmas present, but it's a great gift anytime. Super easy - no sewing!
How to Make Leather Wrap Bracelets
Easy bracelets can be made for gifts to to coordinate with any outfit. Great beginner project that older kids will enjoy. Leather cord, beads, and a button.
Shaped Peyote Stitch Jewelry
I love the geometry of shaped peyote stitch. I can design a 3-D piece if I want, Delica cylinder beads nest perfectly. Gemstones accent the earrings.
Netting and Fringe Beaded Lariat
I really have to pay attention when I bead with netting stitch! The black beads helped me keep track of the pattern. The peyote toggle clasp keeps it secure.
How to Design Multistrand Strung Necklaces
Each multistrand necklace makes its own statement with bead choice -. African trade beads, semi-precious gems, pearls and/or crystals. Add cones, chain, clasp.