DIY Hair Scrunchies in Just 20 Minutes!

How to Make an Adorable Resin Ring for Yourself

How to make a resin ring? that is easy and requires no complex tools. Well, this guide will help you to craft an innovative jewelry piece that looks gorgeous also perfect for gifting purposes.Resin ring can be crafted in the shortest span of time provided you must take care of two important things – Top-notch quality resin and safety precautions before you begin this craft.Today, I’m presenting you with a wonderful idea to craft a ring that is fashionable and classy and that too made from a crucial material easily available at home.

Let This New Seamwork Sundress "Kari" You Into Summer

As always it is a pleasure to help to launch a new Seamwork pattern as a Seamwork Ambassador. The pattern I chose for this month is the Kari Dress/Romper. The pattern is featured as a Romper and the bonus pattern guides you through how to make it as a dress.

How to Make Fabric Roses From Scrap Fabric

Today I’m going to show you how to make simple fabric roses. Making these DIY fabric roses is a great way to use up your scrap fabric while creating beautiful decorations that can be used in so many different ways.

Upcycle Alert - Cut Patch Denim Jeans!

So let's get something straight, we all own more than three pairs of denim, regardless of denim jeans are a staple part of your closet and style or not. Some may actually have too many, and if that's the case, I'm going to show you how to make them into patch denim jeans. Yup, that's right! This amazing upcycle tutorial shows you how to make patch denim jeans- the easy and simple way.

Lime Green Dress to Skirt

Hello Readers. Summer is here! We made it to the beginning of summer. We need a cool drink, some sunscreen and summer clothes. When I saw this pretty lime green eyelet-lace dress I loved the fabric. It was so light and summery.

A Step by Step DIY Macrame Keychain Tutorial

This DIY Macrame Keychain Tutorial was originally created for Darice.We are big fans of macrame crafts around here. Making projects out of macrame can really connect you to your younger self where you might have made friendship bracelets at camp or during a lazy summer day. Lots of the knots and techniques used to make things out of macrame are the same or similar to those of friendship bracelets or lanyards but the results are a bit more chic and adult! So, since the weather is starting to warm up, it's the perfect time to tap into your inner-friendship-bracelet-maker and try out a simple macrame craft to get your feet wet in the method, and our personalized macrame key chains are just the thing! Keep reading for the tutorial!

How to Make a Hair Scrunchie With Pompom Trim

Wishing to relive your childhood? Loving scrunchies the second time around? Learn just how easy it is to make a hair scrunchie with pompom trim.Using fabric scraps from you stash means you can make a different scrunchie for every outfit!All scrunchies involve straight stitching, therefore they are a perfect sewing project for children learning to sew. Adding the pompom trim involves a little hand stitching and using a zipper foot – but once they get the hang of this they will be whipping up scrunchies for all their friends.

Jumpsuit to Playsuit Refashion

I’m a wee bit addicted to jumpsuits and have more than a few thrifted beauties waiting to be refashioned in my stash.The super plain all-in-one below was a cinch to liven up and is now perfect for those humid summer days:

Stay Cool With This Diy Sun Hat

Create a summer staple Sun Hat with a simple woven placemats. It's cheap and cheerful - you can't go wrong!I needed a sunhat with a wide brim and when I nipped into my local grocery store and saw the placemat, I thought I could create something out of it. The material is very identical to a hat I already owned.

How to Sew a Pair of Chic DIY Trousers

Today I’m going to be showing you how I made the Tatjana Trousers from Just Patterns. This is my first time making trousers, so I invite you all to follow along as I learn how to make DIY trousers and gain some new sewing skills. Let’s get started!

1 Shirt Styled in 7 Ways

I’m going to be showing you how to style one shirt in seven different ways. For many, when choosing a shirt, a white one is the default option. I’ve gone for a pastel yellow colored one here to spice things up a bit, and believe it or not, I discovered that a yellow shirt could be just as versatile. Read on to find out how I styled it.

Shibori Dye Sew Over It Penny Dress

Upcycle T-shirt Tutorial- 3 Epic Ways to Transform Your T-shirts

So today, all I’m going to do is…. Snip! That’s right; this is a no-sew t-shirt upcycle project that will leave you in awe of the amazing results! I have three old t-shirts that could do with some jazzing up, so I took my handy, trusted scissors and gave them a major revamp. In this upcycle t-shirt tutorial, I’m going to show you some fabulous t-shirt upcycle ideas. Let’s get our snip on and begin the transformation!

Make a Fabulous DIY Mask From an Old Mask

Let’s talk about making an easy DIY face mask. I know there are ample face masks that are considerably more convenient to buy, but these masks not only harm the environment but are not so cost-effective either. If you have to keep on buying them, then think about the accumulated costs after a year. This is why I’ll be showing you in this DIY face mask tutorial how to sew a DIY face mask easily; so that you can re-use it without spending any more money. Let’s get started!

Before & After - DIY Lace-Up Sleeve Detail

Janome Skyline S9 Embroidered Clutch

When I was 16, and told my mom I wanted to sew, she pulled her sewing machine out from its deep dark hiding place and put it in my room. That machine was gifted to her by my Grandma, and even with the best intentions, it was left unused for years. When it was my turn to give it a go, it didn’t have a manual and I blindly learned to use this little machine. I sewed on it for 9 years before deciding I needed to upgrade to a machine that could handle more. When researching new machines, the only requirement I had was that it be a Janome. I had sewn on Singer and Brother but never felt as comfortable as when I sit behind my Janome.Last year, my boyfriend bought me my current machine, HD 3000 after quite a bit of research. And this past spring, my mom bought me my first serger, a Janome of course. To say Janome is my favorite machine brand is an understatement, and maybe I’m a little biased, but what I’ve gotten from this company, in terms of a reliable piece of equipment, is just incredible.A few months ago, I was contacted by Janome to test and review one of their new embroidery machines. To be asked to review was just crazy. Here I am, a little sewing blogger- a girl with a Janome in her apartment making bags and garments and I’m fan-girling over the fact that the company even noticed me. This sounded like an amazing opportunity and I had to say yes. So I give to you, my completely honest review of the new Janome Skyline S9.The ReviewWhen the Skyline S9 arrived, I was overwhelmed. This machine comes with everything you can possibly need to successfully embroider right away (Just add fabric and thread!). I know some machines require you to buy extra hoops or feet, but it’s all in the box! The instruction book is beautiful and it hasn’t left my side since getting the machine. The S9 is also a very solid machine. It has quite a bit of weight but that’s what you want, not some flimsy machine that feels like it’s going to break down.

How to Make Metallic Foil T-Shirt & Jeans

In this DIY tutorial, I’m going to be applying some silver and gold foil transfer onto a pair of jeans and a t-shirt. The metallic effect looks amazing and you’ll be able to machine wash both - do you know what a game-changer that is?!

How to Transform A Shirt Into a Cute Top

What can you do if you have an oversized shirt you never use? Most of us have dads, brothers, boyfriends, or friends who stop wearing their shirts for several reasons. You can also have a big shirt in your wardrobe that still looks great, but maybe shirts aren’t part of your style. I had this men’s shirt that I wanted to transform, but I wasn’t sure what I wanted to do yet. I’m not a girl who wears shirts, in fact, I don’t like them, but I really like the stripes and the fabric of this one. So, finally, I decided to make a cute feminine top I could wear in the warm weather.

8 Best SHEIN Buys for Summer 2021

If you have heard about the fashion retailer SHEIN you may have a few questions. It almost seems too good to be true. This company is known as a fast fashion retailer which doesn't always boast the best quality clothing and traditionally has poor working environments for its employees. For a more in depth look into SHEIN's relationship with customers and bloggers, check out Lindsey from Have Clothes, Will Travel's honest SHEIN review.With that being said, I've made it my mission to never count anyone or anything out without trying it first, so I ordered a few pieces for Summer 2021. I bought all of the pieces with my midsize body (I am a size 12) in mind. All of these pieces can be bought in a large variety of sizes to fit all body types.Everything that I bought was under $20 and I did my best to pair a few different outfits together. Keep reading for my honest opinion on this company's clothing. 1. Black and White Confetti Print Skirt- LargeThe first piece of clothing I tried on was a black ruffle skirt. I have been dying to get my hands on a few of these but I have really struggled to find one that was long enough that I felt comfortable wearing to work as well.This skirt's pattern is so cute and it has great length. The elastic waist band was comfortable on my waist and I felt like I had plenty of room to move. I ordered a size large and I think that it definitely fit true to size. It had tons of movement and had a lot of length. It wasn't see-through at all and I was impressed by the quality of the material the skirt. I paid $8.56 for the skirt.

How To Paint Mandala Design On a Canvas Tote Bag

How to Upcycle Old Jeans Into a Tote Bag

Hi Creative Mamas! I am so happy to be sharing this very special way to upcycle old jeans into a tote bag. I recently taught an upcycling workshop and we all had such fun! Upcycling your old clothes into useful and valuable items is a game changer. It allows you to save a lot of money and it’s a great way to make gifts for your friends and family.

DIY Wire Ring

Looking for something cute and simple that you can whip up in a pinch? These wire rings are quick, easy, and oh so cute! Make a bunch for you and your friends to share!

Seventies-Inspired Pointed Collar Top DIY

Today’s tutorial is all about the 70’s oversized pointed collar top. Pointed collars are clearly having a major moment right now, and it’s a style you don’t even need to wait for warm weather to work into your wardrobe. This DIY pointed collar top can be worn under sweaters and jackets, or all on its own. So let’s get started and sew a pointed collar top with puffy sleeves!

DIY Crop Top in 2 Ways

Sometimes a t-shirt is more than it seems. There is so much potential in a simple piece of clothing and I wanted to show you guys how I transform old pieces into new statements. This easy DIY crop top is the perfect answer to all your thrift flip needs.

This Men's Shirt Upcycle Will Blow You Away

This is the ultimate men's shirt upcycle! Why? Because I am about to transform this boring old shirt into something spectacular- A cottagecore top. I love this thrift flip idea; it really looks great! In this tutorial, I will show you how to upcycle a men's shirt, and I'll walk you through each step so that you can get it right the first time around. Scroll down to see this awesome men's shirt thrift flip in action.

Pom Pom Craft: Pompom Bag Charm & Key Ring

A little while ago I few to Sydney to film a crafty Facebook Live video with Spotlight and Woman’s Day as part of Craft Month. It was my presenting debut, and although I was initially a little apprehensive, it turned out great!The thirty minute segment was all about Pom Poms, how to make them, and how to use them.It specifically covered the following:3 Ways to make Pom Poms (1:53)How to make a Pom Pom Bag Charm and Key Ring (15:15)Incorporating Pom Poms into your home decor (22:40)You can watch the full video on facebook or just below. The video and audio quality isn’t fantastic – the downsides of fb live, but you can see everything clearly enough.

White Dresses Under $50

Fashion White Dresses Under $50 posted on : May 24, 2021

Sew the Easiest T-shirt Ever!

Sewing knits can be tricky, and nobody likes sewing neck bindings. But this super simple tutorial will help even beginners sew their very own me-made T-shirts in just 15 minutes or so!

How to Make Earrings From Vegetable Ivory Nuts

I am keen to support environment with making from non edible eco friendly palm nuts and the se Ecuador Palm produce a very hard vegetable ivory nut that when cut dyed and sliced makes amazing tactile jewellery.I sourced some of these and begin working out how to transform them into jewellery!

How to Style Preppy T-Shirts

Preppy t-shirts are a bit oversized, and they come in bright, fun colors. They usually have a pocket at the front and a fun design on the back. I’m going to show you some of the preppy t-shirts I own and how I like to style them.

How to Style a Flowy Skirt!

Today I am sharing how to style a flowy skirt. I bought this Boho Floral Print Elastic High Waist Pleated A Line Midi Skirt on Amazon! I was pleasantly surprised with how nice it is!The soft pink floral print is lightweight 65% polyester and 35% Rayon.It is flowy and feels good on your skin and it has pockets!The best part is it is under $35!

Thrift Flip: Super Easy Button-Up Crop Top

I found this shirt at a thrift shop, and I loved the material and the buttons and knew I would be able to turn this into an adorable summer top. So follow along, and I’ll show you how I turned this basic blouse into a fun, fashionable, DIY button-up crop top.

5 Easy Tips For Altering Your Clothes

The secret to looking and feeling your best is wearing clothes that fit. No matter what your body shape is, if your clothes fit you well, you’ll feel amazing and look incredible.Some of you suggested on our Instagram account to help you with some tips on how to alter your clothes to fit better, and here we are…Since I’m a Petite woman, most of the time I need to alter my clothes to make them shorter, I’ve had lots of practice with these situations. You’ll always find myself shortening my tops, my pants, my skirts, everything. I also tend to make the waist of my pants smaller. Since my hips are wider than average women in my size, I end up buying pants that fit me on the hips but not on the waist. This has happened to me since I was a kid and my school uniforms were always huge on me.Now get your tools ready and let’s start altering your clothes… You’ll need: Tape measurePencil/chalk/washable markerScissorsSewing machine or NeedlesThreadPins*You can do any of these alterations by hand or with a sewing machine. I used the last one because it’s faster.

Elegant Thrift Flip - Make This Intricate Ruffle Top

Today, I will show you an amazing thrift flip, transforming a silk blouse into a ruffle top. Not only that, but I’ll be doing a special kind of ruffle- a ruffle peplum top. This tutorial is great for those who have an unused blouse lying in their closet, doing nothing but collect dust. I’m going to show you how to transform a blouse into something more functional and trendy with this ruffle top tutorial. Ready? Let’s begin!

3 Accessories to Style a Summer Maxi

My favorite go to in the summer is a cute maxi dress. Add in cute floral print and you have me sold! I find Maxi dresses can be so underrated, for a chic look or a cute casual attire in the summer. So, I am always looking for cute pieces to add with it depending on what my outing may be… or the look I am going for. I Have styled this cute H&M dress with cute accessories to piece this look together with different accessories. 💐💐🧋

Sharing Some Fun Looks for the Summer!!!

Summer is here and I’m ready for an update to my summer attire!! Now that things are opening back up, I’m really excited about having places to go in cute summer outfits!!! I’m sharing my favorite summer looks from Macy’s that include ruffles, eyelet details, and floral prints!!

Here’s How to Add Pockets to Your Clothes!

Let’s do some alterations, shall we? I’m certain you have some garments lying around that could do with a bit of a revamp. In this tutorial, I will show you various alterations, with the most popular being how to add pockets. If you want to learn how to add pockets, or simply crop a top, then keep on scrolling so you can learn the basics of sewing alterations.

Three Reasons Why You Need These Chinese Laundry Heels This Summer

I have to admit I'm a sucker for a good pair of shoes. I have more shoes than I care to admit but I recently found a pair that impressed me so much I had to share them! I found these shoes on Amazon. They are made by Chinese Laundry and are easily becoming my favorite pair of shoes this summer.