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Cozy Up Your Cup: How to Sew a Mug Rug You’ll Love to Use (and Gift!)
Looking for a quick, cozy, and giftable sewing project? This easy mug rug tutorial is perfect for Christmas in July crafting! It’s like a coaster—but better—big enough for your favorite drink and a snack. Grab your fabric scraps, your tea, and get stitching. Includes free printable gift tags!
Jul 19


Sew a Secure Lip Balm Keychain Holder That Actually Works
Never lose your favorite lip balm again with this quick and beginner-friendly sewing project! This DIY lip balm keyring holder features a secure snap closure and a free printable pattern—perfect for gifts, stocking stuffers, or everyday use.
Jul 12


🎄Sew Easy! DIY Corner Bookmarks for Christmas in July (+ Free Tag & Design Downloads)
Get a head start on holiday gifting with these quick and scrappy DIY corner bookmarks! Perfect for beginners, they’re easy to sew, great for using up fabric scraps, and make charming gifts for teachers, book lovers, and craft fairs. Includes free printable designs, SVGs, and packaging tags!
Jul 5


The Must-Have Crafting Tool You Didn’t Know You Needed: DIY Pokey Tools
Struggling to peel tape backing, guide fabric under your sewing machine, or weed vinyl without frustration? You need a pokey tool—and you can make one yourself in just minutes! Pokey tools (also called crafting stilettos or scribe tools) are a must-have for sewers, Cricut users, scrapbookers, and DIYers of all kinds. In this tutorial, I’ll show you how to create your own custom pokey tool using easy-to-find supplies like beads, upholstery needles, and glue. They’re perfect fo
Jun 21


DIY Ice Pop Sleeve: The Cutest Way to Keep Hands Warm and Treats Cold This Summer!
Keep hands warm and treats cold with this 10-minute sewing project! Using scraps of fabric, whip up Ice Pop Sleeves with Velcro so they fit on any size ice pop.
Jun 14


🌸 DIY Beaded Plant Stakes: Add Whimsy to Your Garden in Just Minutes!
Looking for a quick, creative way to brighten up your garden or potted plants? In this fun DIY tutorial, learn how to make beautiful beaded plant stakes with just three simple supplies. Perfect for indoor or outdoor use, these whimsical stakes come together in minutes and add a splash of personality to your plants. Great for gifts, garden parties, or just because—this is a craft project you’ll love to grow with!
Jun 7


Are FriXion Pens the Best Fabric Marking Tool? I Tested Them on 8 Popular Fabrics
Looking for a fabric marking tool that actually works? I tested PILOT FriXion Pens—yes, the ones meant for paper—on 8 common fabrics to see if they’re a game-changer for sewing. Spoiler: I was seriously impressed.
May 31


DIY Beaded Water Tracker in Just Minutes - Stay Hydrated All Day!
This quick, easy craft will help you reach your hydration goals in a fun way! Each time you drink a glass of water, move one of the beads down. At the end of the day, if all the beads are down, you've met your water goals! Great for adults and kids.
May 24


How to Sew a DIY Book Pillow with Pocket: A Fun & Easy Summer Sewing Project
✨ Tired of Hearing “I’m Bored” Already? Here’s a Creative Solution! Summer break is here, and if you're anything like me, you're already...
May 17


Sew Your Own Oven Mitts with This Fun & Functional Free Pattern
Looking for a fun, beginner-friendly sewing project? I'll show you how to sew a pair of oven mitts-perfect for a gift or to add a personal touch to your kitchen! This project uses easy-to-find materials and a free oven mitt pattern template. My daughter requested something unique, and I found some awesome Twilight fabric that brought it all together. You can customize yours with any fabric you like!
May 10


Sew Fresh, Stay Dry: Sew Your Own Wet Bag in an Hour
Sew a wet bag in under an hour for holding soggy swimsuits, soiled baby clothes, or sweaty gym clothes.
May 3


Get Organized in Just Minutes by Sewing This Basket in Three Sizes
Quickly and easily sew fabric baskets in three sizes with a free pattern template and sewing tutorial.
Apr 26


Sew the Perfect Pouch for Holding Jewelry or Coins on the Go
Use this free pattern template to sew the perfect coin pouch for money or jewelry.
Apr 19


Sewing Product Review: Do Non-Slip Stickers Work and are They Worth Buying?
Sewing product review: do non-slip stickers work on acrylic templates and rulers and are they worth buying? Check out my honest, unpaid review.
Apr 12


10 Awesome Sewing Tools I Didn't Know I Needed
Read my top 10 awesome sewing tools that once I tried, I didn't want to sew without.
Apr 5


Stash Busting and Upcycling Gift Idea You Can Sew in Just Minutes
I want to share a very easy beginner-friendly sewing project that makes a great gift because it is crazy useful. It’s called a jar...
Mar 29


Make My All-Time Favorite Pens with No Epoxy or Resin
Learn how to make customized badge reels with vinyl or decals and Crystalac - a safer, easier to use option over Epoxy or resin.
Mar 15


Sew the Best Baby Essentials for Yourself or to Give as Gifts
I don’t know about you, but there is always someone in my life having a baby, so I am always making plans for baby gifts. And while of...
Mar 8


The Best Weird Tools to Use while Crocheting
Six weird things that can be used for crocheting including a neck reading light, motion sickness patch, sewing machine and more.
Mar 1


DIY Easy Cord Keepers - Three Sizes of Cable Organizers with Free Patterns
Print free pattern templates to make three sizes of No Sew Cord Keeper that will keep all your electronics tangle free.
Feb 22

Thanks for joining me!
Hi! My name is Nichole - also known as Nikki. I want to help you find ideas for creating the best, most personalized gifts while not straining your budget. Since crafting is my passion and favorite hobby, you will often Find Me Crafting.
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