Get Embellishing with 13 Simple Paper Crafts!

December 7, 2013 by AllFreePaperCrafts 1 Comment

Hey, paper crafters! AllFreePaperCrafts.com is pleased to announce the release of their latest free eBook, How to Scrapbook and Craft with Embellishments: 13 Simple Paper Crafts. Learn how to make beautiful mixed media crafts that can complement a scrapbook layout, handmade card, or any other paper craft you can imagine! Craft with embossing folders, craft dies, glass pebbles, buttons, clothespins, fabric, and so much more. Paper crafts are much more dynamic when they have added dimension, and mixed media materials can create dimension with ease. Embellishments are particularly wonderful because you can add them to any larger project you’d like! Create one or many of these gorgeous simple paper crafts. You won’t be disappointed to see the array of paper craft ideas we’ve collected into this printable collection!

How to Scrapbook and Craft with Embellishments:
13 Simple Paper Crafts

Included in this free eBook, you will find:

Recycled Paper Feathers: These gorgeous paper feathers are so easy to make! This free printable paper craft can be printed on any type of paper, so if you have old book pages or colored cardstock, be sure to print these gorgeous paper feathers!

Hello Friend Twine Bow Embellishment: This DIY embellishment will really make your sentiments pop. Learn how to make a unique bow out of twine and use it in any of your paper crafts going forward.

Beautiful Bird’s Nest Embellishment: If you know anyone born in spring or you’re friends with a bird-lover, this bird’s nest is the perfect embellishment for your next project!

Easily Embossed Paper Flowers: Use your embossing folders to create a paper flower that looks so elegant and sweet. This method is a unique and easy way to make all kinds of DIY paper flowers.

Pristine Pebble Embellishments: You can make these embellishments out of literally any image. Grab your clear glass petals and a paper punch to add some intense dimension to your next project.

Get your free copy How to Scrapbook and Craft with Embellishments: 13 Simple Paper Crafts!

What type of paper craft do you prefer: card making, scrapbooking, or something else?

New Edition! “Sewing Bags: Tutorial You’ll Love & 15 Free Purse Sewing Patterns” eBook

December 5, 2013 by AllFreeSewing 2 Comments

There’s no such thing as too many purses. Whether you need a laundry bag, a gym tote, or a gorgeous evening clutch, there are bags for all occasions. Sewing a bag is always a great way to spend an afternoon, since it’s a project that you’ll use over and over again. They make for wonderful gifts, especially around the holidays! In the spirit of Christmas sewing, we at AllFreeSewing have put together a revamped, better-than-ever, new edition of our eBook, Sewing Bags: Tutorials You’ll Love & 15 Free Purse Sewing Patterns.

From over-the-shoulder sling bags to linen jewelry bags, this free eBook has a little taste of everything. It’s the perfect collection of bags and purses, full of variety. You’ll find tutorials for refashioned bags, vintage patterns, organizer projects, and bags for every age.

Bags for the Fashionable Sewist

This bag is so stylish and pretty! The DIY Rug Clutch is a clever way to refashion an old rug. This bag is such a great addition to any outfit. Plus, it’s an easy project to sew. This tutorial will teach you how to insert a lining, button, and zipper to make a sturdy, life-proof clutch out of a discarded piece of home decor.

Bags for Dr. Mom, MD

Everyone knows that being a Mom means that you’re also a teacher, artist, lawyer, chef, and of course, doctor. Never be without a Band Aid and some Neosporin, thanks to the adorable Emergency Zipper Pouch! This great little on-the-go bag is perfect for skinned knees and bruises. This zippered pouch is easy to sew and includes a little keychain so that you can keep it with you no matter where the emergency is.

Bags for the Overnighter

This project is Not Just Another Pretty Purse. This big bag is stylish and pretty, but more than that, it’s useful. The bag’s shape and size make it perfect for overnights. Whether you’re jet-setting off for a weekend vacation, attending a work conference, or just packing the kids up for a weekend at Grandma’s, this bag will hold all of the essentials.

Download your free copy of Sewing Bags: Tutorials You’ll Love & 15 Free Purse Sewing Patterns today!

What items do you always carry in your purse, no matter what?

Trendspotting: 11 Ways to Step Back in Time

November 23, 2013 by AllFreeSewing 1 Comment

If you have eyes you may have noticed a shift in style. Women everywhere are ignoring cutting edge clothing and opting instead for thrifty finds from the twentieth-century. No longer confined exclusively to hipsters, ladies are wearing vintage. But, “How does this affect AllFreeSewing and its band of loyal followers?”, you may wonder. Editors of AllFreeSewing have not only spotted this retro trend on the streets; hours of scouring online have revealed that the sewing community is fully on board with creating vintage-inspired clothing.

After deliberating over how to best respond to this wildly popular clothing style, the editors of AllFreeSewing put together a brand new and free eBook, 11 Free Vintage Patterns: How to Sew Retro-Inspired Clothing for Ladies. In this roundup of gorgeous free vintage patterns, interested readers will find dresses, tops, and more to create with their sewing machine. No longer will you have to sift through thrift stores to find an appropriately fitting piece of clothing; instead, you can customize an item for your shape and still retain classic elements from yesteryear.

Sew Retro Clothing that Fits

In 11 Free Vintage Patterns: How to Sew Retro-Inspired Clothing for Ladies you’re sure to love every style included. Here’s a preview of what you’ll find.

Classic Skirt – You won’t have to grumble, “they don’t make them like they used to!” when you next slip on your go-to skirt. With this free vintage-inspired sewing pattern on how to sew a skirt, you’ll know the level of quality and time that went into your clothing.

Sweet and Simple Vintage Pillowcase Dress – It can be a little hard for some of us to remember a time when fabric was virtually unavailable. Out of necessity women used to sew dresses out of feed sacks or linens. This pillowcase dress revives resourcefulness in that it uses its namesake as the body. Depending on the size of your dress, no extra fabric will be needed to create this design.

Versatile Little Black Dress – Ah, yes, the beloved LBD. Where would be without this wardrobe staple? Get invaluable tips for sewing your very own DIY dress that inevitably fits any occasion. Whether you’re at work, at home, or on a date, this dress fits.

The DIY Discotheque Top – Sew a top that fits your flair. Even if you no longer fit into your 70’s club shirts, you can still learn how to sew one that fits your fab bod. Thanks to gorgeous photographs and step-by-step instructions, you’ll be ready for the discotheque faster than you imagined.

Want them all in one place? As we said before, you can find all of these vintage-inspired patterns and more in the new and free eBook from AllFreeSewing, 11 Free Vintage Patterns: How to Sew Retro-Inspired Clothing for Ladies.

What was your favorite item of clothing “back in the day”?

Simple Sewing Projects: 16 Easy Sewing Projects for Beginners

November 16, 2013 by AllFreeSewing 2 Comments

My first sewing project was a fabric plush doll similar to the Soccer Sister Doll. Of course, mine wore a dress styled after Little House on the Prairie and was as nonathletic as her maker. But I’ve kept her all these years, and now she sits in a place of honor in my sewing room.

Whether you have a child just learning to sew or are a beginner yourself, those first projects will always have a special place in your crafting heart. To that end, AllFreeSewing has your back with our new eBook, Simple Sewing Projects: 16 Easy Sewing Projects for Beginners! This eBook is chock-full of tutorials and how-tos to improve your sewing technique while making gorgeous, stress-free projects. Simple Sewing Projects: 16 Easy Sewing Projects for Beginners includes everything from market purses to scrapbusting coasters — and all on a budget!

Here are just a few of the awesome projects you’ll find in Simple Sewing Projects:

Bib with Bias

There are so many practical uses for this easy DIY bib. The Bib with Bias makes a great gift for baby showers, for one thing; for another, this pattern is incredibly easy to alter to be made doll-size. So if you’re teaching your little one to sew, this is a great place to start.

If you’re a novice sewist unused to working with bias tape, this is definitely the project for you. The shape and design of the bib is super easy to work with, so you’ll get great practice sewing on the bias.

And, of course, it’s adorable. Make a few grownup-sized bibs for the next time you serve lobster!

Big Books Library Bag

I love this cheeky DIY tote. And it’s shockingly easy to make! Not only does this tutorial teach you how to make a bag, but how to create the graphic as well. That’s a trick that you’ll use over and over on your sewing journey. From applique to embroidery, adding an overlay makes any pattern uniquely yours.

The Big Books Library Bag is also great for its sheer usefulness. You’ll make a bag that is incredibly sturdy and roomy, the perfect size for almost anything. Need to make a trip to the library to pick up books for a research project? No problem. Need to run to the grocery to cook for your in-laws? No problem. Need to lug around a holiday season’s worth of half-finished crafts to work on at the doctor’s office?

No problem.

Braided Scrap Coasters

If you’ve ever sewn before, you know that every project has leftovers. Don’t throw them out! There are tons of great ideas for scrap fabrics out there, like these Braided Scrap Coasters.

These coasters are super easy to make, use up a bunch of those scraps, protect your counters and tabletops, and they’re absolutely free! It doesn’t get better than that in a DIY home decor craft.

There are so many great projects just waiting for you in Simple Sewing Projects: 16 Easy Sewing Projects for Beginners. Whether you’re teaching or learning, this is the perfect eBook to get ideas for easy sewing projects.

Who taught you to sew?

Spellbinders President Earns Two Awards for Acheivements in Business

November 15, 2013 by FaveCrafts Leave a Comment

Pull out your papercraft supplies and make a congratulations card for the founder and president of Spellbinders Paper Arts, Stacey Caron. This week, Caron received two prestigious awards at the 10th Annual Stevie Award for Women in Business in New York. The trophies – a Silver Stevie Award in for Female Entrepreneur of the Year and a Bronze Stevie for Innovator of the Year – represent a long history of industry dominance for both Spellbinders and Caron.

Stevie Awards are given to female entrepreneurs, business owners and executives. Anyone is eligible to submit a nomination and this year, Stevie Awards organizers received 1,200 entries from over 18 countries.

This is not the first prestigious award Caron has earned during her prestigious career in Spellbinders. This year she was a finalist in the Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year Awards and received an Enterprising Women Award in 2012.

FaveCrafts has partnered with Spellbinders for a variety of giveaways, eBooks and craft tutorials. Check out some of our favorites below and get inspired!

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Our First Free eBook! Gorgeous Paper Crafts: 18 Card Making Ideas, Scrapbook Layouts, and DIY Paper Flowers

November 13, 2013 by AllFreePaperCrafts 2 Comments

AllFreePaperCrafts.com is excited to introduce our very first eBook! Gorgeous Paper Crafts: 18 Card Making Ideas, Scrapbook Layouts, and DIY Paper Flowers is a beautiful compilation of some of our most popular paper craft projects. From card making ideas to scrapbook layouts to DIY paper flowers, these gorgeous paper crafts are excellent ways to treasure memories, send greetings, and embellish your projects.

Included in this free eBook: Card Making Ideas

Handmade cards are the best way to send greetings to your loved ones. Anyone can purchase a simple card at the store, but if you make your own cards, the sentiment carry a greater weight. No one will want to throw away these cards when they receive them in the mail or at a family gathering! Create cards for literally any occasion with any of these beautiful card making tutorials.

Elegant Tiled Greeting Card
Air Brushed Silhouette Card
Fancy Folds Card
Sunset Over the Lake Card
Get Well Colorful Maple Card
Doily Embellishment
Ribbon Embellishment
3D Butterfly Birthday Card

Included in this free eBook: Scrapbook Layouts

Treasure your memories with gorgeous scrapbooking ideas! These scrapbook layouts are perfect for preserving cherished events in a detailed and beautiful way. Use flowers, butterflies, and feathers to make inspiring and unique layouts. These beautiful scrapbooking ideas will impress everyone who views your latest albums!

Floral Scrapbook Layout
Butterfly Scrapbook Layout
Light As a Feather Scrapbook Layout
Full of Flowers Scrapbook Layout

Included in this free eBook: DIY Paper Flowers

Flowers are one of the most popular paper craft embellishments. You can add DIY paper flowers to literally any of your paper craft projects. Make dimensional flowers to embellish your cards, scrapbook layouts, and even home decor projects. You will be amazed at the many ways you can make various paper flowers.

Blushing Folded Paper Rose
Quilled Paper Flowers
Impressive Tissue Paper Flowers
Popping Red Poppy Flower
3D Sunny Sunflower
Really Whimsical Paper Flowers

Download your copy of Gorgeous Paper Crafts: 18 Card Making Ideas, Scrapbook Layouts, and DIY Paper Flowers today!

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Plan the Perfect Thanksgiving with the New AllFreeHolidayCrafts eBook

November 9, 2013 by AllFreeHolidayCrafts 1 Comment

Are you having Thanksgiving dinner this year? Plan the perfect holiday party this November with our latest free eBook! When you grab your free copy of our latest holiday eBook, 8 Thanksgiving Crafts for the Home you’ll find a collection of kids’ crafts, decorating ideas, and turkey crafts perfect for the holiday. From Thanksgiving party décor to fun and easy crafts for kids, this go-to holiday guide will show you how to plan the perfect bash without breaking your budget! Learn how to make turkey crafts that are so simple and fun, the kids will be sure to love them. No matter what type of activity you’re sharing with your family, these fun Thanksgiving crafts will be an instant hit. You can add a rustic feel to your party with the nature-inspired decorating ideas included in 8 Thanksgiving Crafts for the Home. No matter what you need for your Thanksgiving party, this eBook will have you covered!

From table decorations to turkeys, these handmade Thanksgiving crafts will have your house looking seriously spectacular. With the help of our free, printable Halloween eBook, you’ll be able to start on your Thanksgiving home décor without the stress of searching for ideas. Free up some of your spare time to start making Thanksgiving décor, it’s a sure fire way to make your house the warmest one on the block. Ensure that your family feels warm and cozy this year and download your copy of 8 Thanksgiving Crafts for the Home. Decorate your table, door, and entertain the kids with one handy craft guide for the holiday!

Grab your favorite ideas out of our free eBook, 8 Thanksgiving Crafts for the Home and get started on some of these holiday treats. These delightful and decorative ideas will set the mood of your holiday home. Whether you are searching for fun activities and crafts for the kids, handmade table decorations, or turkey crafts, the cute selection of Thanksgiving crafts included in this eBook will have something to complete your holiday. Plan the perfect Thanksgiving dinner yet with some of the cutest, and most clever, Thanksgiving crafts ideas that you can find. We’re sure you won’t regret making any one of these fun tutorials.

How do you plan to decorate for Thanksgiving this year?

BONUS: Fa La La La Felt giveaway!

Win a copy of Fa La La La Felt: 45 Handmade Holiday Decorations! The deadline to enter is November 19, 2013 at 11:59:59 p.m. Eastern Time. With your own copy of Fa La La La Felt: 45 Handmade Holiday Decorations, you’ll be able to make all the handmade ornaments, stockings, and Christmas decor that your heart desires. You can enter once daily, so return often to improve your chances!

18 Must-Make Homemade Christmas Ornaments for Kids

November 7, 2013 by AllFreeKidsCrafts 1 Comment

It doesn’t matter how old you are; decorating the Christmas tree with your family is always a memorable night. In my family, we start with the homemade Christmas ornaments from my parents’ childhoods and work our way through time, finishing our tree with the most recent ornament in our collection. It’s a great way to reminisce about how our family has grown while we spend some quality time together. After all, isn’t family the essential piece of the holiday puzzle?

Spending time with the people you love is the epitome of Christmas, and one of the best ways to bond with your family is to craft your own Christmas projects! Not only is crafting a great way to relieve some holiday stress, but it’s also a way to immortalize your creativity on your Christmas tree.

For the best Christmas tree decorating ideas that you can make with your family, explore the latest AllFreeKidsCrafts eBook! Christmas Crafts for Kids: 18 Homemade Christmas Ornaments is stuffed with wonderful Christmas ornament craft ideas for kids of all ages, so even the littlest member of your family can experience a little dose of holiday cheer. The homemade Christmas ornaments in this eBook will quickly become some of your favorites in your entire ornament collection, and the memories you make when you create these kids’ Christmas crafts with your family will last a lifetime.

Recycled Christmas Ornaments

You probably know from experience that the holiday season is packed with hustle and bustle. You’ve got tons of things to do, like cooking your favorite holiday recipes or stringing Christmas lights along your rooftop. With Christmas Crafts for Kids: 18 Homemade Christmas Ornaments, you can save yourself a trip to the store and relax at home instead. The recycled Christmas ornaments in this eBook are cute, charming, and easy to make. You’ll find unique ornament craft ideas that use buttons, toilet paper rolls, and even old CDs in this awesome collection of Christmas crafts for kids. All you have to do is choose the homemade Christmas ornament you want to make, search the house for your craft materials, and get ready to create!

Easy Christmas Ornaments

Enjoy the simple things this holiday season…like easy Christmas ornaments! Making your own ornaments doesn’t have to be tricky; in fact, some of the best projects in this eBook are the simplest to make. From an easy icicle ornament to a simple Santa, you’ll find tons of projects that will make your holidays merry and bright. You can pick any one of the ornaments in this kids’ Christmas crafts eBook, and the end result is sure to be stunning. These easy Christmas ornaments would make even Scrooge himself crack a smile!

What’s your favorite ornament on your Christmas tree?

In Case You Missed It: “The Best Free Quilt Patterns for Christmas: 10 Quilt Blocks, Christmas Ornaments to Make, and More” eBook

October 29, 2013 by FaveQuilts 1 Comment

Christmas is still a long way away for many crafters, but quilters always need to be ten steps ahead. Knowing this, the editors at FaveQuilts have spent the past few months finding festive Christmas quilt patterns for just about anything you can imagine. Not only did we find beautiful quilted ornaments, tree skirts, and table decorations, but plenty of other free quilt patterns will bring some serious Christmas spirit into your home. If you’re having trouble figuring out where to start, you’re in luck, because we’ve just finished up our new free eBook for the holidays, The Best Free Quilt Patterns for Christmas: 10 Quilt Blocks, Christmas Ornaments to Make, and More.

Everything you need to turn your home into your own personal winter wonderland is in here. We chose some of our most popular free quilt patterns and quilt blocks that will really set the mood in any room, but this eBook also has plenty of smaller decorative options that are perfect for quilters with a full schedule. Instead of spending hours in line at the store, you can design your own tree skirt, stockings, and small quilted decorations using materials you already have and can easily put a festive twist on. Tis the season of thrifty quilting!

What you’ll find in this eBook:

Christmas Log Cabin Quilt Block – Even during the holiday seasons, log cabin quilt blocks are still on the top of everyone’s lists. This pattern will make a lovely addition to a full pattern, or you can make an entire log cabin quilt. It’s subtle enough to also work well within a small quilt project, and the tutorial itself is a good one to save when you want to try using a certain color scheme with a particular quilting design like this.

Candy Cane Stars Quilt – If you’ve got time for a big project, make it this hypnotic star quilt throw. The design itself looks a bit intimidating, but with the steps being broken down and accompanied by a helpful triangle template, you’ll be confident that you can finish this before snow even starts to fall. A project this stunning will be an excellent addition to your living room’s home decor; it’ll be warm and cozy, but also impressive enough to draw attention to any spot.

Download a copy of The Best Free Quilt Patterns for Christmas: 10 Quilt Blocks, Christmas Ornaments to Make, and More – It’s free!

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Free Printable Collection: 19 Thanksgiving Crafts for Kids

October 26, 2013 by AllFreeKidsCrafts 2 Comments

Thanksgiving may be my favorite American holiday. It’s got some tough competition with the heat of the 4th of July, the pride of Memorial Day, the love of Valentine’s Day, and the spook of Halloween, but there’s something about the family time associated with Turkey Day that brings it to the top. Between the football, food, and family, I’m a happy camper. Though there’s one thing missing from that list, though, that will bring your Thanksgiving from fabulous to one to remember forever. Weave Thanksgiving crafts for kids into your celebration, and the quality of your family time will increase tenfold. The inherent cooperation, creative charge, and excitement associated with crafting will bond the family like no other activity.

Keep the free eBook 19 Thanksgiving Crafts for Kids by your side this November for a festive, family-oriented, and FUN autumn season. There are craft projects for all ages, which means that the entire family can participate in this road to thankfulness. That’s right; these projects aren’t only a blast, but they’re also the perfect vehicles for opening up a conversation about the history of the holiday and the importance of showing gratitude.

As an added bonus, when you spend time crafting with the “fam,” you’re focused less on eating and more on bonding, leading to a holiday season sans the tight pants!

Turkey Crafts

There’s argument over whether there was actually a turkey at the first Thanksgiving, but despite its presence or lack thereof, the turkey has become the symbol of Thanksgiving. To open up discussion about the meal that started this all and to fill your home with festive fowls, craft some of the adorable turkey crafts found in this free eBook. Between handprint feathers, rustic versions, and environmentally-friendly birds, everyone will find his perfect project within these pages.

Educational Thanksgiving Crafts

Nothing is better than a fun activity that kids don’t even realize is educational. While they’re creating, discussing, and playing with these 19 Thanksgiving Crafts for Kids, they’ll also be learning about history, hardships, and gratitude. Start with the boat races to learn about the Niña, the Pinta, and the Santa Maria, and then craft realistic corn to learn about what life was like in the 16th Century. Learning is infused in each and every one of the crafts presented in this free eBook, so you can’t go wrong with whichever you choose.

What is your favorite aspect of the Thanksgiving holiday?

How to Scrapbook and Craft with Embellishments: 13 Simple Paper Crafts

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Bags for the Fashionable Sewist

Bags for Dr. Mom, MD

Bags for the Overnighter

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Sew Retro Clothing that Fits

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Bib with Bias

Big Books Library Bag

Braided Scrap Coasters

Who taught you to sew?

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Spellbinders Products Featured on FaveCrafts:

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Included in this free eBook: Card Making Ideas

Included in this free eBook: Scrapbook Layouts

Included in this free eBook: DIY Paper Flowers

Download your copy of Gorgeous Paper Crafts: 18 Card Making Ideas, Scrapbook Layouts, and DIY Paper Flowers today!

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BONUS: Fa La La La Felt giveaway!

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Recycled Christmas Ornaments

Easy Christmas Ornaments

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Turkey Crafts

Educational Thanksgiving Crafts

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How to Scrapbook and Craft with Embellishments:
13 Simple Paper Crafts