Nothing makes a kid feel more “super” than a handmade custom superhero cape! Be a creative caped crusader by making a custom cape for a kid you know with one of these super tutorials. … More

Beauty is really simple when you think about it. A humble spool of cotton clothesline turns into a beautiful basket with the simplest of sewing techniques. A zigzag stitch is all you need as you go round and round to produce the shape you desired. Then add some color to create the perfect home-dec accent. … More

What I’ve always loved about Frank Lloyd Wright’s designs is the way he used basic geometric shapes together. In fact, many of his famous art glass designs have even inspired quilters. … More

It gets awfully hot and humid in the South during the summer, especially in August. Lightweight cotton skirts help keep breezes flowing and body temperatures down. They’re simple to make; the hardest part is finding fine, lightweight cotton fabric! … More

I found this IKEA-style wooden plate rack at a thrift store and thought, “That looks like a giant thread spool organizer… And I have giant thread spools to organize!” … More