Inside: Cutting Basswood with the Cricut Knife Blade From the moment I heard that the Cricut Maker could cut basswood with the Knife Blade I.was.hooked. You see, basswood comes in sheets and can be used to make all sorts of things. Think monograms (like the ones in the picture below), wooden ornaments, small wooden signs, cake toppers, jewelry, puzzles, and so much more. One of my ... Read More about Cutting Basswood with the Cricut Knife Blade
Finding the Fabric Grain
Inside: Finding the Fabric Grain Understanding fabric grain is an essential element when sewing with woven fabrics. It's something new sewists tend to skip over and seasoned sewists occasionally brush off. Why is fabric grain important. It's extremely relevant when sewing garments, especially pants. Have you ever owned a pair of jeans where one of the seams twisted towards ... Read More about Finding the Fabric Grain
Holiday Mug Rug Tutorial
Inside: Holiday Mug Rug Tutorial Don't you just love an easy project? I know I do. And this is one you can make in about an hour. It's ideal for last minute gifts for family and friends. Note: Look for the short instructional video. It will start playing automatically. Holiday Mug Rug Tutorial For this tutorial I've used my Cricut Maker. But, it isn't essential for making ... Read More about Holiday Mug Rug Tutorial
How to Make an Easy Patchwork Quilt
Inside: How to Make an Easy Patchwork Quilt I truly believe that there is an artist in everyone. And quilting is one of the best ways to share your inner artist. However, there are times when we just want to make an easy quilt...for a quick win. And that's what this quilt is all about. It's fast, it's easy, and it uses pre-cuts! Note: Watch a quick video for a simple way to baste your ... Read More about How to Make an Easy Patchwork Quilt
Simple Christmas Mug Rug
This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Cricut. The opinions and text are all mine. Inside: Simple Christmas Mug Rug One of the reasons I wanted a Cricut Maker was its ability to cut out lots of applique projects. Like Christmas appliqués for simple mug rugs. Or any holiday or special event. Having a Cricut Maker simplifies the entire cutting process ... Read More about Simple Christmas Mug Rug
Gingerbread Felt Christmas Ornament Pattern
Inside: Gingerbread Felt Christmas Ornament Pattern Handmade Christmas projects are one of the reasons I love to sew. I can create something simple, special, and handmade. This year I decided I really wanted to make some felt Christmas ornaments. Of course, that meant I had to cut out super tiny pattern pieces by hand. No thanks! Then I remembered, my Cricut Maker can cut out ... Read More about Gingerbread Felt Christmas Ornament Pattern