This steampunk DIY thread cutter pendant would make an amazing necklace, and is absolutely perfect for crafting on the go. I’ve attached my pendant to my vintage Kenmore sewing machine, since it was the only sewing machine I had without a thread cutter. But the beauty and portability of this steampunk thread cutter make it […]
These hanging rope shelves make a unique focal point to any room, and are a great place to display treasures. Follow along if you’d like to see how to make shelves that hang from ropes for your own space!
Does sewing thread have an expiration date? The short answer is yes. I’ll show you how to tell if your sewing thread is too old to use, and provide some creative ways to use spools of thread that don’t pass the test!
What do a fork, a drinking straw, a butane torch, an empty mascara tube, and silicone caulk all have in common? They are all unusual sewing tools that I keep in my studio! Check out the full post to see 50 unusual sewing tools and how to use them.
Here are a dozen offbeat ways that I use silicone caulk in my sewing and crafting. Check out some of my never-before-seen projects, and lots of helpful tips for using this awesome craft material!
Here’s a list of some of my very favorite painter’s tape hacks that will make your sewing and crafting (and maybe even your life!) a little easier.
I found an old sewing machine at a thrift store, and since the motor didn’t work, I hooked it up to work with a treadle table. Here’s how I made the belt to drive the machine.
It’s easy to swap out a ceiling fan pull, if the item you want to use was made to attach to a pull chain. But what if it wasn’t? Here’s an easy hack.
Here’s a tutorial for a DIY thread rack that I came up with one day when I had nowhere to store my spools of thread.
I wanted to make a small ironing mat to use near my sewing machine. Here’s how you can make your own DIY pressing pad with cotton fabric, batting, and a Mylar emergency blanket.
This DIY pincushion uses a bolt and a magnet to work a little magic.
This simple trick helps you keep track of what size your sewing machine needles are, and stores them safely until you’re ready to use them.
This easy-to-make DIY bobbin holder costs almost nothing, and it works great!
