Visit any gift shop today and you’ll likely see glass marble magnet sets. These are surprisingly easy to make yourself! For Christmas 2008, my husband and I made as many as twenty sets to give away as gifts. (He’s the one that came up with the great packaging idea.)
Fleece is everywhere! Blankets, scarves, gloves, robes, hats – this fabric has become a favorite for keeping warm during the cold months of winter. It’s very easy to sew since the edges don’t ravel. Fleece is available in a myriad of fun patterns as well as solid colors. Better quality fleece will be labeled as…
As seasons change, so do accessories. You may choose to invest in a quality leather handbag for fall and winter, but you can still add some fun to your wardrobe. Make this quick and easy placemat purse for a colorful and casual handbag option. Look for holiday themed placemats for to make fun gifts for…
Ah, the power of the baby blanket. Functional for keeping warm, yet so magical with its soothing properties. Whether due to the ability to comfort, the reminder of consistency, or the idea of something that belongs to baby and no one else, special blankets have comforted children for many generations. Blankets are toted around the…
Pinwheels are old-fashioned fun. Make several to line the driveway or accent your flower garden. Put the kids to work and then watch them run around the yard, pinwheels in hand, happy to have created such a fun project. Homemade pinwheels make great favors at a child’s birthday party or even for a garden party…
If you can locate a needle, thread, and a spare button in your house, you’re ahead of the game. Actually own a sewing machine? Watch out! You are well on your way to clothing repair success. None of the above? It’s not too late for you. It’s easy to assemble a simple sewing kit and…
While sunning yourself on the beach this summer, take some time to gather shells. They’re plentiful, free, and can become beautiful objects for your home, full of wonderful memories. Don’t forget to take a few pictures, too. Shell Frame Supplies: seashells plain, wooden frame hot glue gun and glue sticks 1. Select shells, rinse, and…
1. Measure existing duvet. While sizes should be standard for full, queen, and king, it’s better not to be surprised when your cover doesn’t fit. You will need enough fabric for two sides of your duvet PLUS 1 1/2 extra inches for seam allowances. You will also need an extra 10-16 inches for the overlapped…
It’s easy to make sweet little bibs! They are perfect gifts that are easy to wash, are very practical, and have endless possibilities for color and pattern choices. Supplies pre-made bib (with overlapping tabs) for tracing medium weight interfacing to make pattern 2 pieces of cotton fabric the size of your traced bib (those in…
Seemingly old-fashioned, as in something you’d find in a drawer at grandma’s house, sachets can be both pretty and practical. They are aestetically pleasing when made from lovely fabrics and filled with heavenly scents, but can also serve to freshen linens, suitcases, and even keep insects away from fabrics. Handmade sachets make lovely gifts for…