After a coworker asked me if I could make her a bridal jacket, I jumped on Google to see what she was talking about. I realized this was a super fun and emerging wedding trend: custom painted jackets (leather or denim). I decided to give it a go and I (and the bride-to-be) am thrilled with how it turned out! We've even included several free downloadable templates to get the whole bride tribe … [Read more...] about Trend Alert + Tutorial: Painted Leather Bridal Jacket
Fabric Crafts
Simple Embroidery Hoop Sentiment Wall Hanging
Have you ever heard or read a quirky saying that you just can’t get out of your head? Well, I was having one of those days and this quirky sentiment went right along with my mood. So, I pushed all my “important” work aside and made this quick and easy embroidery hoop wall hanging to let everyone know…. I don't feel like adulting today!!! Easy embroidery hoop supplies: 8” Darice Embroidery … [Read more...] about Simple Embroidery Hoop Sentiment Wall Hanging
Natural Dyed Embroidery Hoop Art
In the past two years I have fallen in love with natural dyeing. The method is pretty simple and although it might seem intimidating it's pretty hard to mess it up! I used a few of my dyeing skills to make an impactful DIY natural dye hoop art that is perfect for a colorful touch in any home. Because embroidery hoops come in so many sizes, you can really make this as big or a small as you'd … [Read more...] about Natural Dyed Embroidery Hoop Art
Fun & Easy DIY Summer Camp Tote Bags
Summer Camp Season is right around the corner, so I wanted to get started early sharing some fun ideas you can do with your littler/or big campers. Having the kids create their own DIY bag the very first day of camp is a great idea. They can bring it everyday and be able to take home any projects they make at camp easily or carry around their water bottles and personal items! This is a great … [Read more...] about Fun & Easy DIY Summer Camp Tote Bags
Handmade Strawberry Pincushion Basket
Like many of you, my mom taught me to sew when I was a young girl and one of my most vivid memories of that time is the crowded tomato pincushion she use to keep right next to the sewing machine. Since then, tons of different pincushions have come in and out of my life but my favorites are still food-based ones that look adorable while still holding tons of sewing pins. When I saw these adorable … [Read more...] about Handmade Strawberry Pincushion Basket
DIY Heart Burlap Wreath
Make a heart shaped DIY burlap wreath for your home this Valentine's Day. The rustic elegance of burlap with lace really shines through in this handmade wreath. It is actually really easy to make and will look great on your front door. Not a fan of the burlap color? Try the same wreath with red or pink burlap instead. Heart DIY burlap wreath supplies: Darice Heart Wreath Form Darice … [Read more...] about DIY Heart Burlap Wreath
