I love the geometric shapes that we see in home decor these days. Clean lines and basic circles make for easy DIYs, like this watercolor-inspired diamond tablecloth. The key to this whole piece is fabric dye. You could, of course, use regular paints and get the same diamond shapes, but what makes this special is the soft,…
Easy Sew Valentine’s Kitty (Made From Recycled Sweats!)
We all have them: Those cozy sweats that––thanks to years of washing and wearing––are a bit on the short and worn side. Oh, but they feel so nice. Comfy and soft, exactly as loungewear should be. (Now that I’m typing this, I’m wondering if this is just me. I hope not…) Today’s project may be…
Weekend Project: Sew an Apron (the lazy way!)
It’s true that an apron doesn’t need to be fashionable to be functional, but we sure love when it can be both! And since an apron doesn’t require buttons or zippers or even fancy hems, it’s a lazy girl’s favorite sewing project. (I should know. I’ve probably gifted a dozen of these!) This particular apron…
DIY Stamped Fabric Celebration Banner!
A party isn’t a party without a banner, in our opinion. Whether it’s the store-bought multi-colored version (a favorite of ours) or homemade, it turns a normal dinner into a celebration! Lately I’ve enjoyed making fabric banners for birthdays. Some fabric, stamps & ink (or stencils & paint), and needle & thread are all you…
DIY Dyed Napkins: 3 Fun Twists on the Table Staple
This past year, I’ve gotten a little crazy with dyeing fabric. Part of the reason is the amazing gift of a huge bolt of white fabric…every crafters dream! As much as I’m a fan of the crisp clean nature of an all-white design, though, sometimes we need a little color! In comes Rit dye. Rit…