How To: Hand Sewing, Without The Knot 05 Apr 2013 April 5, 2013 We’re brushing the dust off our sewing skills and revisiting some essential techniques in sewing to share with you! Whether you’ve just begun sewing or have been stitching for decades, it’s always good to reassess your techniques and see what’s new in the sewing world. We’re scrubbing the web for sewing techniques and today’s technique is a fun alternative to the traditional hand-sewing knot. It might just transform the way you secure your thread, so follow us after the jump! Your hand-sewing (and knotting) techniques usually differ between projects, as your need for a secure knot can vary on a sliding scale. In just three easy steps, you can create a knot that is secure without the hanging tail, particularly important if your fabric will be flattened for display or stitched over for quilting. We love this hand-sewing technique — what’s your favorite way to start off a knot? About the Author
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How to Turn a Pallet into a Garden Good news and bad news. I had planned to film a short video showing you how to make a pallet garden, but the weather didn’t cooperate. I was stapling the landscape fabric onto the pallet when it started drizzling and got really windy. That’s the bad news. So keep reading my pallet loving friends, instructions on how to make your own pallet garden are just a few lines away… Find a Pallet The first thing you need to do is–obviously–find a pallet. Don’t just take the first pallet you find. Collect Your Supplies For this project, you’ll need the pallet you found, 2 large bags of potting soil, 16 six packs of annual flowers (one six pack per opening on the face of the pallet, and two six packs per opening on the top of the completed pallet garden), a small roll of landscape fabric, a staple gun, staples, and sand paper. Get Your Pallet into Shape Once you’ve dragged your pallet home, give it a once over. Let the Stapling Begin! Lay the pallet face down. Now for the sides. Caring For your Pallet
DIY: Tutorial - Framed Vertical Succulent Garden... ...or as I like to call it, Living Art! UPDATE 3.19.11: It's filling in... I have a small pile of vintage frames collecting dust so I thought I'd use one to make a hanging succulent garden. I didn't have much luck finding one particular tutorial that best suited my needs so I gathered mental notes from a few sites, measured my frame and went off to the hardware store with little more than a concept of how it was all going to come together. I also brought Farilla along to help carry supplies for moral support. My Supplies: 1- Vintage frame with a 16" x 20" interior opening 1- 20"x24" piece of 1" Chicken Wire 1- 9' long piece of 2"x"2" 1 - 22"x 26" piece of oak plywood for the backing a bunch of nails (some 2 1/2 " & some 1") 1 spray can of clear satin water based outdoor Varathane Diamond Spar Urethane ~10 lbs of cactus soil 50+ succulent clippings Tools: Work Gloves Wire cutters Hammer First, I applied about 4 coats of Spar Urethane varnish to the front and back of the frame.
Color My Room Want to visualize how the colors you're considering will look in your home? Upload a photo of your room and paint it! You'll get a personalized picture you can save and share. 1 Get your colors 2 Choose a photo 3 Prep it 4 Paint it Please update your browser to its latest version to use the Color My Room tool. Cheap Gift Basket Ideas From Dollar Store: Spa, Facial, Pedicure / Feet, Family Time, Kitchen Spa Dollar Stores are true gold mines for those who like putting together gift baskets for Christmas. It's the first time I'm making those and I came up with six different Dollar Tree basket ideas... Spa Basket: Inside: *loofah in a martini glass *homemade bath bomb *shower cap*hair towel *Peaceful Retreat CD *homemade bath salts (ingredients are from Dollar Tree also)*bath pillow*basket itself Total cost: $9 Facial Basket: Inside: *massager*facial towels set of 3 *facial sponge *headband *gel eye mask *sleeping eye mask *3-in-1 cotton set *tea mug (because you need one during facials:-) *oil warmer *basket Total cost: $10 Pedicure / Feet Basket: Inside: *massager *handmade bath bomb *foot soak *moisturizing socks *pedicure set *natural glycerine soap *candle *wine glass *Christmas socks*basket ------------------------ Total cost: $10 Family Christmas Season Basket: Inside: Kitchen Basket: Inside: Homemade Spa Christmas Gift Box: Such boxes cost minimum $25 each at at a store. About me:
Hot Cocoa Kit HOW-TO MAKE A HOT COCOA KITby Destri of The Mother Huddle There just isn't much that a three year old can create that isn't something only a mother would love. I thought and thought about what my little boy could make his friends for Christmas and finally came up with a Hot Cocoa Kit. If you find your kids getting restless for the big day to arrive this would be a great project to tackle until it comes. HOT COCOA KIT You may choose to only add one or two elements to the kit, but I will give you a list of what we used. Supplies: • hot cocoa • almond bark or chocolate chips • candy canes and sprinkles • coffee creamer, cinnamon, nutmeg • plastic spoons • marshmallows • mug • various containers and baggies to package Set The Stage I have learned that my son has a max attention span of about fifteen minutes. I would have everything out and ready before I even called him in the room. Chocolate and Peppermint Spoons Then I had them sprinkle on the candy cane. Chocolate Dipped Canes With Sprinkles
Romantic Gift Basket Idea Thinking of putting together a DIY romantic gift basket for a wedding or engagement? Look no further! What you need Massage lotion Bubble bath Scented candles Chocolates CD or cassette tape of romantic music. Instructions Line a basket with our bear rug using the pattern below or use some pretty fabric and using the pattern make a larger bear rug the couple can actually sit on. Make the “bear rug” out of fake fur or a warm polar fleece or even a velour. Use the pattern shown to cut a “bear skin” out of the fabric then hem it either by hand or on your sewing machine. Alternatively you could package these items up in a heart shaped box for a romantic gift! Download Bear Pattern. 25 Handmade Gifts Under $5 If your gift list is long and your budget is small here are some great Handmade Gifts that you can make. Keep in mind that handmade items are not just beautiful but special… I love to give them and I love to receive them. Jersey Knit Bracelet Lovely! This would make a perfect gift for any of your girlfriends. You can choose the colors and recycle t-shirts that you have around the house. Cheap and cute! tutorial Paper Clip Earrings Tutorial This is a brilliant idea… and the possibilities are endless. Love it! Printed Candles Who doesn’t love a candle? Think about how many different stamps you could use to customize this project. tutorial Hot Chocolate Art! What a great gift for neighbors and teachers… I am personally a hot chocolate lover so this would make a great gift for me tutorial Tile Coaster You can buy these plain tiles at Home Depot for under a dollar. I’ve seen them with family pictures also… Way cute! tutorial Bow Belt I was amazed how easy this tutorial was. So Pretty! tutorial Paper Plate Clock Cheap?
25 Handmade Gifts Under 10 Dollars Well, it is tradition! Time to share my favorite 25 Handmade Gifts of the Year. It takes me some time to put this list together. Super cute DIY Necklaces at Crafts Unleashed I love the tutorial and how easy and affordable these are to make. When life gives you lemons make Homemade Lemon Soap! Think about how cute this would look in a basket with some towels. Recipe and tutorial at A Pumpkin and A Princess Jar Lid Picture Magnets I don’t know of a mom or grandma that wouldn’t like to receive these adorable magnets. I made these for my mama and she loved them! You can make them for under $5 and look how cute they look as a gift! Tutorial at The 36th Avenue DIY Tablet Holder Hello brilliant! This was made from an old wooden kitchen board… again so affordable. Do you know how cool this is for the kitchen, while trying to follow recipes online? I think I am going to make me one in yellow! Tutorial at Mamie Jane’s Snow Globe Necklace by Eat. These are so cute and you can put anything you want inside. Besos
50+ Inexpensive DIY Gift Ideas We’re still discussing gift ideas today. I hope you’re not sick of them. Today’s gifts are also handmade but may cost a little more to make. I sure hope it helps out if you’re going handmade this year. Hope you enjoy these ideas as much a I did! From Lil’ Luna: Scrapbook Frame Count Your Blessings Board DIY Planter Boxes Coffee Filter Letters Coffee Filter Wreath Twine & Vinyl Holders Custom Name and Picture Boards DIY Serving Tray from A Thoughtful Place DIY Spoon Hook Rack from Fox Hollow Cottage DIY Rustic Chalkboard from Love Grows Wild DIY Kitchen Chalkboard from Love Grows Wild DIY Distressed Sign from Love Grows Wild DIY Number Tray from Design Dining and Diapers DIY Eye Chart Decor from Design Dining and Diapers DIY Succulent WaterCan Planter from Design Dining and Diapers Tea Stained Coffee Filter Wreath from Design Dining and Diapers Custom Charm Necklace from 52 Mantels DIY Monogram Window from Eclectically Vintage Jewlry Display from Saved By Love Creations Spa In a Jar from The Gunny Sack
137 Inexpensive Handmade Gift Ideas, Part 1 Why Christmas when we’re in the throes of summer? I know. I worked six years in retail. In my experience, nothing incited people’s groans more than Christmas being stocked on the shelves in August. I’m excited to share this prodigious list of Christmas gift ideas that I compiled years ago. This is the first of seven parts that I will post over the next few weeks (MWF). Part 1: Home & garden crafts curbly.com 1. 2. 3. marthastewart.com 4. 5. source unknown 6. 7. 8. charliescraftroom.com 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. save-on-crafts.com 16. 17. notmartha.org 18. 19. 20. ohdeedoh.com 21. 22. 23. threadbanger.com 24. 25. 26. rhodeislandaltars.com 27.
21 Unique Valentine's Day Gift Ideas for Men Buying Valentine’s Day gifts for men can be tricky. I know how difficult my own husband is to shop for. To make the task easier, I have put together a collection of twenty creative gift ideas that I think your man might enjoy! Chocolate and bacon…a weird combination that sounds perfect for my man this Valentine’s Day! fab For the man that loves the smell of alcohol, these candles would make the perfect gift. etsy.com I don’t think many men will readily admit it, but I believe they like to be pampered with fun spa products made for them. amazon.com True story. amazon.com This made me laugh out loud! etsy.com With chapter titles like “Fight a Bear”, “Be a Superhero”, and “Grow a Successful Beard”, 101 Things Every Man Should Know How to Do looks hilarious! amazon.com Commemorate the latitude and longitude of your first date, first kiss, place of proposal, wedding, honeymoon, conception of baby, etc. on this customizable bracelet. etsy.com etsy.com etsy.com uncommon goods beer month club etsy.com