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Easter is right around the corner, and I’m assuming that Spring will decide to make an appearance at some point! Today, to celebrate the upcoming Easter holiday and the eventual arrival of Spring, I’m sharing a free bunny purse sewing pattern designed especially for the Cricut Maker! Keep reading to find out how to make…
Today, I’m going to share with you some tips tricks and how-to’s for using the Cricut Maker for Quilting. We will talk about how to cut out basic shapes from fabric with the machine and how to cut out all of the shapes for your quilt project when working with an existing pattern. I’m also…
Are you a Disney fan or know one? Do you love to craft, sew or DIY? Then you might love today’s article! I’m sharing with you more than 25 of my favorite Disney DIY projects! Everything from DIY Disney family shirts to how to make Disney purses. Last month I was scouring the web looking…
I love my sewing room, it’s by far my favorite room in my home. It’s usually pretty messy but I love to find ways to “spruce up” the space. Recently I created a DIY Pillow Cover with one of my favorite “sewing sayings” on the front. Today I thought I’d share with you how to make…
Are you looking for a little creative inspiration to start your weekend? Maybe an idea for a fun weekend project? Today I have 7 fun project suggestions for you. I’m also excited to be sharing a tiny sneak peek at my next collection, Derby Day with you. Including a “peek” at a new quilt pattern….
I don’t know about you but I’m always losing my earbuds! They always seem to end up buried deep in my purse and I can never find them when I need them. Alicia from Sew What Alicia is here today teaching you how to make a Felt Heart DIY Earbud Pouch! It makes the cutest…
We are frequent Disney World visitors. I’ve been asked many times for advice for traveling to Walt Disney World, by friends and family. After many, many requests, I’m posting all of my best Disney World Tips & Tricks. I believe in simple travel tips, and this post contains just that. Simple travel tips and tricks to…
New Year’s is right around the corner and with it comes a fresh start. My normally disorganized self suddenly gets the urge to organize “all the things”. This year to get a jump start on my New Year’s organizing, I thought I’d create a few fabric baskets to hold some of the trinkets in my…
Today I’ve got a clever and simple last-minute neighbor gift idea for you guys! I’ve even included a free printable tag to help you out! If you like this project then you may also like these Santa Mason Jar Christmas Gifts. Ack! What are we at now, 5 days until Christmas!! I’m sitting here right…
This lined drawstring bag sewing pattern & tutorial includes measurements to make the bags in 6 different sizes, one for each of your “travel necessities.” Plus, the bags are all REVERSIBLE! You can even personalize them a bit with some fun sayings. Whenever I take a trip, whether a weekend getaway or a longer vacation, I’m…
If you’re someone like me who loves to “Make all the things” then you’re going to love today’s tutorial. Melissa from Made by Melli is back with us sharing this tutorial for these adorable DIY Leather Christmas Ornaments. If you like this project you may also like this Cat Embroidery Hoop Christmas Ornament Tutorial. Gift-giving…
Alicia from Sew What Alicia is here with us today sharing a free tutorial for this Reverse Applique Christmas Table Runner. She’s another one of our new regular contributors and I’m sure you will all love seeing all of her fun projects. If you like this tutorial you may also like this Quilted Table Runner tutorial. …
It seems like I’m always short on gift bags this time of year! This tutorial from our next “regular” blog contributor Kim of Sweet Red Poppy, is going to be a lifesaver this Holiday season! Keep reading to find out how to make these bags with this simple 5 Minute Fabric Gift Bag Tutorial. If you…
This fun Christmas DIY Canvas Banner can be customized a million different ways and makes a cute gift! If you like this project, you may also like this pattern for Mini Christmas Stockings. I work as a brand Ambassador for Cricut, this is sponsored content #CricutPartner. Each year, I like to add one “handmade” item…
Today I have a fun tutorial for this simple and easy DIY Cat Costume! It would be a fantastic last-minute Halloween costume! This costume is no-sew and features a very simple tutu pattern. If you like this project you may also like this Ariel Costume Tutorial. Hello! I’m Melissa and I blog over at Made…
Since my kids were small, I’ve loved making holiday-themed t-shirts for them. This year was no exception. I designed a few different Halloween t-shirts for the kids (and myself) and used my new Cricut EasyPress to create them. Keep reading to find out what I think about the new Cricut EasyPress and a few helpful…
Today, I have a Cricut Maker review to share with you. Â It’s a brand-new product from Cricut, and it can cut fabric! Â Keep reading to find out what I thought about the machine. I am also answering some of the most frequently asked questions about the Cricut Maker. Disclosure: I work with Cricut as a…
Do you love Christmas? Here you’ll find an index of our very popular Free Christmas Printables and Christmas SVG Files. Just keep reading to find out how to get the downloads. Polka Dot Chair Free Christmas Printables Library We love free printables and hope that you do too! Access to our printables library is free…
Do you love Halloween? Here you’ll find an index of our very popular Free Halloween Printables & SVG Files for craft projects. Just keep reading to find out how to get the downloads. Free Halloween Printable Library Welcome! Here you will find the downloads to most of our HALLOWEEN Printables. They are free for all…
Polka Dot Chair Pattern Corrections & Updates Here you will find updates and corrections to some of my sewing & quilting patterns. If your pattern is not listed, then there are no corrections to that pattern. Pattern Corrections Tailored Tulips Quilt On the Cutting Instructions In the Background Fabric section: SHOULD BE: 112 pieces 1…
If you’re like me, time can be short but ambitions can be large. I always want to make gifts for my family and friends but many times run out of time. I’ve been blogging since 2008 and in that time have accumulated quite the library of projects. I spent the weekend sorting through the hundreds…
Are you looking for cute Halloween Costumes for kids that you can make yourself? Then you may love this tutorial that will teach you how to make a kid mummy costume. It’s a unique Halloween costume for either boys or girls! It’s so easy to make; you can even adapt it to a no-sew costume…
Today I’m excited to be teaming up with 25 other bloggers to bring you this fun DIY Disney T-Shirt idea.  Join us as we share some cute Disney Craft ideas using vinyl. (pst… you’ll want to keep reading to the end… something about a  Disney Vacation giveaway *wink*) I’ve not been shy about our families…
Today I’ve got a fun DIY Halloween Haunted Mansion Sign Tutorial for you. I’ve even included a free cut file for the sign that you can download! This sign is inspired by the Hitchhiking Ghosts at the Haunted Mansion in Disney World, feel free to personalize it any way that you like! Last year I got the…
I’m always looking for fun and unique ideas to decorate my sewing room. I love using things like a cookie jar, decorative baskets, bento boxes for purposes other than what they were intended. Today I have a project for you that also uses a few items in unexpected ways to decorate your sewing space….
Today I’m excited to be sharing a tutorial for this Lake Hair, Don’t Care DIY Stenciled Tote Bag. I’ve mentioned before that  I live in Kentucky and we are lucky to have many amazing lakes in our state. Our personal favorite is Lake Cumberland. It’s a few hours from our house but we love to “steal away”…
Today I’m excited to share with you a tutorial to make these DIY Hogwarts House Notebooks as a part of the Happy Harry Potter Series at Rae Gun Ramblings. (I’ve even included a free printable of each of the notebook covers for you). This is my third year participating in the Happy Harry Potter series….
The Kentucky Derby is ONE week from today! It seems like it completely snuck up on me this year.  I couldn’t let another Derby season pass me by without adding one more Kentucky Derby Decoration to my stash.  This DIY Paper Flower Wreath Tutorial is really cute for the Derby, but could easily be adapted for…
Today’s tutorial teaching you how to make vintage soda crates is a part of the Cricut Summer Love Color Series. The featured color this week is “lime” and I’m excited to be sharing a free SVG file for the Lime Crush Soda Crate along with my project today. To learn how to make your own DIY…
Marissa over at Rae Gun Ramblings holds a fantastic Harry Potter themed blog series each July.  It’s full of Harry Potter Crafts, Party Ideas and so much more. Last year was the first year that I was involved and I shared a sewing tutorial for Personalized Quidditch Robes.  This year for my project I thought that…
Pillow Wraps are a great way to “spruce up” an old set of pillows on your sofa! You can keep the pillow and then swap the wraps for the various seasons. Today I’m going to show you how to make a set of Burlap Pillow Wraps just for the Kentucky Derby! It’s a quick and…
Add a bit of pizzaz to your next family movie night with these free printable popcorn buckets inspired by Disney’s Big Hero 6 animated movie. This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions and work are mine. #BigHero6MovieNight #CollectiveBias A few years ago, I had one of those “Mother…
*A big thanks to Jo-Ann and Cricut for sending me the supplies to make today’s project! All opinions and hair brained ideas are 100% mine.. this post contains affiliate links**Â I seem to pop into Jo-Ann’s once every couple of weeks. I always think that I have enough of what I need for a project…
Today I’m going to share with you how to make an Ariel Costume. I’ll also share with you ideas for what to wear to Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party. If you like this post you may also like this tutorial showing you how to make Harry Potter Quidditch Robes. Our favorite time to visit…
This week marks round 4 of the Cricut Design Team Star contest. For this month, our team was tasked with creating a Holiday Home Decor project.  Our teams theme for this month “Gold”.  When we were assigned a holiday project I first thought about making something for Christmas, but I think that Thanksgiving gets overlooked…
These easy DIY no sew trick or treat bags are created using a pre-purchased canvas tote and a bit of Cricut Heat Transfer Vinyl. Learn how to make one with our tutorial. We’ve even included a free Halloween SVG file so you can make the bag yourself! We have a fun collection of “Peace, Love…
Refashion a simple t-shirt into a beautiful lace shirt inspired by the Disney movie Oz the Great & Powerful. Use our simple step-by-step tutorial to learn how to create it. This is sponsored content. Have you seen Oz the Great and Powerful yet? Â My family and I sat down to watch it last week and…
Create a simple fascinator perfect for an “at home” or kids Derby party with our step by step Paper Flower Fascinator Tutorial. Okay, file this one under GO BIG OR GO HOME! I LOVE a cool Kentucky Derby Fascinator! Every year at the Kentucky Derby, the hats are the show’s stars, second only to the…
Use a bit of paint, burlap, and freezer paper to DIY a cute Pottery Barn-inspired Halloween table runner with our free tutorial! I’m a big fan of Pottery Barn’s Halloween decorations! A few years ago they had a burlap table runner for sale as soon as I saw it I thought “hey, I can make…
This summer we have undertaken a very large project in our back yard. We added a pergola to our deck! Â I mentioned before that we put in a pool. Â While we had someone come and install the pool & fence (much beyond our capabilities), we have been landscaping ourselves. Making numerous trips to home improvement…
 Day 3: I wanted to go to a Parisian Flea Market, I had read about them and thought there would be some good shopping. However I didn’t know which one to go to, or how far was too far to go for one. I’d never been to Paris before and spoke only about 10…
Last year was the first year that I decided to make a “25 days of December” Album.. The idea was originated by Ali Edwards, and she has alot of ideas and Q &A on her blog. Â Last year I made an album from chip board, this year I decided that I wanted an actual “album”…