Believe it or not, it is incredibly easy to make your own plush toys. Regardless of whether you call them stuffed animals or softies, with just a few fabric scraps and a minimal investment of time, you can sew a special gift for a child in your life that is sure to become a new…
Positively Handmade
See-Through Zipper Pouches
If you are on the prowl for a way to keep purses, backpacks and more nice and organized, you won’t want to miss today’s sewing tutorial from PS contributor Megan. These see-through zipper pouches are a great organization project that can be used for any number of purposes, and you’ll be shocked when you see…
Clay and Spaghetti Hedgehog Kids’ Craft
Having a few creative kids’ craft ideas in your arsenal is always a good idea during the summer months, and today I am sharing a quick, easy craft idea suitable for children of all ages. Using air-dry craft clay and spaghetti noodles, these cute little hedgehogs can be put together in no time at all!…
DIY Pattern Weights
This post is brought to you by Michaels. // Earlier this week, I shared about 7 of my favorite time-saving sewing tips and tricks, which included at the number 1 spot the recommendation to use pattern weights instead of pins when cutting out sewing projects. These truly are a sewist’s best friend when it comes…
5 Fun Things to Do with Your Kids Today!
Summer heat is upon us, and after a number of weeks of summer vacation, the pool might have started to lose a bit of its luster. Sound familiar? If you are on the hunt for fun kids activities to while away an afternoon, check out these five fun, creative and oh-so-kid-friendly ideas. They are sure…
7 Time-Saving Sewing Tricks
One of my continual challenges is finding ways to maximize the limited creative time I have at my disposal. Between cleaning house, playing with my kiddos and keeping up with my blogging business, sometimes it seems as though there aren’t enough hours in the day to fit in any creative time at all! Fortunately, when…
My Sewing Machine
A question I often hear from my readers is regarding which sewing machine I use. Truly, when purchasing a machine, nothing is more helpful in selecting and buying a new sewing machine than the advice of a friend, so today I thought I would tell you a bit about my machine, the Brother SE-350, and…
A Passport to Creativity
Now that the second month of summer vacation is upon us, it is likely that many of you are finding yourselves in the same boat I am, listening to the whines of little creatures who start to utter the dreaded B-word (“I’m bored!”) more frequently as the weeks go by. Craft projects are the best…
All Things Summer Link Party
With July upon us and Independence Day right around the corner, it is safe to say that summer is certainly in full swing. A group of some of my favorite blogging friends and I are sharing in the summer festivities by hosting a summer-themed link party all this week–and you’re all invited! Share your patriotic…
Kid-Made Candygram Gift Idea
Today’s post is brought to you by Michaels Stores // Finding creative gift ideas for children to make for a variety of occasions is something I often hear is at the top of many parents’ crafting wish lists. Today I am sharing the cute handmade gift my children made for their daddy this Father’s Day,…