Something a Bit Different I was recently asked if I could make a small dice tray to roll dungeon and dragons dice. I guess that is a thing! So, a picture was sent to explain what they wanted and it looked so very doable. I was in! I even had all materials needed on hand. […]
Unbelievably, I Did Some Hand Embroidery and I Liked It.
Wow, I have so much to tell you! I started with this hand embroidery project and used / learned such a variety of new skills, resources and materials! …and for the most part it worked out really well! I see much more of this in my future. So, I have often thought that I needed […]
Make an Easter Basket with Reverse Appliqué
Basket and Appliqué Combo Project This project is a cute Easter or toy basket and includes a bonus tutorial on a reverse appliqué method in vinyl. This reusable (i.e., refillable!) basket is something that even very young kids will have fun with and love receiving filled with treats. Sewing appliqué is a way of adding […]
Fearless Sublimation Printing at Home
Where to Begin with Sublimation Printing Infusible ink paper is gorgeous with incredible vibrant colours and prints from infusible ink paper, but if want to transfer detailed graphics like photographs your own text, and other personalized graphics, you need to investigate sublimation printing. For sublimation printing to work, you need three main ingredients: sublimation ink, […]
Ultimate List of Sublimation Blanks & HTV Sources in Canada
Sublimation, Craft Vinyl and Related Supplies Here is my list of Canadian online craft stores that carry craft vinyl and includes both Heat Transfer Vinyl (HTV) and Adhesive Vinyl and also various sublimation supplies equipment and blanks. It looks to me like we are very well supported in Canada with many choices. I try to […]
Should you Buy a Cricut Mug Press?
Well, it has been almost a year ago now since I bought my Cricut Mug Press. I wrote about my first attempt at using it that was not without a learning curve (for me). However, it wasn’t the press itself, it was learning about infusible ink, sublimation and how it all comes together with the […]
Welcome Sign with a Twist
Every one is making a welcome sign right? I jumped on the bandwagon too. In fact, my sister-in-law requested a welcome sign for Christmas 2021. This sign will hang in an outdoor space. I like the result, but I also plan to make some changes for my next one based on what I learned. First […]
Card Suits Novelty Cushions
We love playing cards! Every year my sister-in-law holds an annual euchre tournament or two and also has a couples tournament with 3 games – darts, euchre and Yahtzee. Sadly, we haven’t been able to get together with friends to play cards for a while. Nevertheless, I decided to do a card suits theme for […]
How to Get Started with Infusible Ink
Infusible ink is Cricut-speak for sublimation! As previously mentioned. I have a Cricut maker as well as a 9″ x 9″ heat press which I use for fusing interfacing to fabric. Well, I read about the release of the Cricut mug press and couldn’t resist. The “everything” bundle, which included some mugs, infusible ink paper, […]
Sewing & Craft Tools I Use Everyday
Never blame your tools right? Well, a basic set of quality craft tools for the job is sometimes exactly what makes all the difference to the outcome of a project. In fact, for many of my crafts, these tools or similar are required. Without some of these tools, my crafts couldn’t be completed. This is […]
All About Labels
Make Your Own or Shop Canadian When I’m working on a sewing project for someone in particular, I find myself thinking about who I’m making it for. Each cut, stitch, press, snip, clip, rip is done with that person in mind, wondering if they will like it, if it will fit well, hang well, keep […]
The Cricut Maker – first impressions.
And so continues my journey down the rabbit hole of crafting with the purchase of a Cricut Maker (pronounced like the insect). Like all my explorations into new territory, I did a lot of research first. I finally decided on the Cricut product – mostly because it is capable of cutting a wide range of […]
Yardzee
I do enjoy making things. This summer I decided to make some large yard dice so we could play yardzee outside on Canada Day. There are a tons of Youtube™ videos on different versions of yardzee and how to do it, but I thought I could do this simple, do-able project. I only have a […]