The Blog of Making Stuff
An old-school craft blog since 2022.
Mending Lab: Testing out Sashiko Embroidery, Part 2
Trying curved lines, finishing my first project, and the things that have surprised me about sashiko thus far.
Mending Lab: Testing out Sashiko Embroidery, Part 1
My first attempts at sashiko, including three methods for transferring designs if you don’t have fancy transfer paper.
Just for Fun DIY: The Sticker Trunk of my Adolescent Dreams
Giving a fresh look to a 25 year old storage box, plus finding a fun way to display my sticker collection, all in one project.
Procrastination Proof Crafts: Two Day Easy Christmas Stockings (and a Spoonflower Velvet review)
Despite the learning curve of working with velvet, these Christmas stockings are one of the easiest and quickest sewing projects I’ve ever completed.
Procrastination Proof Crafts: The Two Day Halloween Door Decor
This super easy and cute door decoration makes a great alternative to wreaths — and only took me two days because I painted my picture frame.
Procrastination Proof Crafts: The One Day Halloween Candy Bucket
A new series of seasonal crafts that can easily be done at the last minute. In this post: the 1 day Candy Bucket.
Spoonflower Product Review: Metallic Wallpaper
Intrigued by Spoonflower’s metallic wallpaper but not sure if it’s worth the expense? I’m testing it so you don’t have to.
Stash Busting DIYs: Upcycling a Fitted Bedsheet into Pajamas
You don’t have to rip out all the seams, I promise.
Stash Busting DIYs: Patio Furniture Cushion Straps
Do you have trouble keeping your patio furniture cushions in place? Here’s a quick and easy way to secure them.
Spoonflower Spotlight: Herringbone Bucket Hat
Sure I can knit a custom size hat, no problem. But could I sew one?