Category: Craftiness

Desperately seeking a fresh approach

I’m that person that constantly moves around the living room furniture, just for a change. I don’t even remember all of the different combinations. Sometimes I move things around in a way that isn’t really functional, just for the sake of something NEW, visually.… Continue Reading “Desperately seeking a fresh approach”

DIY decor: Two easy Mod Podge projects

When I was in junior high, I cut little words and pictures out of my Sassy magazine and glued them to the light switchplate in my bedroom. I was so proud of how cool it looked. What I didn’t expect was that every time… Continue Reading “DIY decor: Two easy Mod Podge projects”

Why I sew my kids’ clothes

Why I sew my kids' clothes

Sometimes when people find out I sew almost all of my kids’ clothes, they get weirded out. I totally get it. It probably would have sounded insane to me a few years ago. Like, what, are you trying to channel The Sound of Music… Continue Reading “Why I sew my kids’ clothes”

How to sew fabric bins

How to sew fabric bins {Heather's Handmade Life}

I use fabric storage bins in every room, which is why I’m SO excited to have figured out how to sew fabric bins myself — from any fabric!

Sew your own reversible fabric bins

I never seem to have enough baskets, bins and storage cubes, but sometimes it’s hard to find exactly the colour or pattern I’m looking for. That’s why I’m SO excited to have figured out how to make them myself — from any fabric. The… Continue Reading “Sew your own reversible fabric bins”