March's First Craftastic Monday Link Party!

Happy March My Crafty Friends!  I don't know about you, but I am THRILLED that Spring is just a few short weeks away.  I am ready to say goodbye to the snow and hello to sunshine, flowers and colorful seasonal crafts.

Last week I shared the news that my craft room was featured in the premiere issue of Room To Create magazine.  I'm so very proud!  You can read all about it here:  

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Want more people to see your blog/shop & FB page?

Don't forget - after linking your latest project posts below, head over to the Sew Can Do Facebook page to join in the Craftastic Monday Mixer.  

Why join the Mixer?  Even more people will see your site/Facebook page, and you can find some new sites you might love at the same time.  It takes just seconds, so why not add yours? Who couldn't use a few more likes & views?!? 

How It Works:

Instead of a specific post, share your blog, crafty shop or Facebook page link on the Sew Can Do FB page.  More exposure for your crafty site every week!  Click HERE to go link up now!

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Now let's see some Craftastic picks..

Sum of Their Stories shared this clever jeans & lace up cycled bracelet:

This Silly Girl's Life made some delicious Meyer lemon simple syrup:

Scrapality shared how to turn an old record album book into a faux metal photo album:

Chaleur Life showed how to crochet a quick half circle rug:

And I Quilt For Fun shared this colorful & cheerful Lollypop quilt:

If you're one of this week's features, be sure to grab my Featured On button over on my Buttons Page to share the good news.  

I also feature these projects on Sew Can Do's Craftastic Picks Pinterest board 

AND share each of them on Twitter too for even MORE exposure!

Follow me there to see more great projects (and see if yours is one of them)!   

  

Ready to link up your crafty creations?

 

Party rules are simple:

• As long as it's crafty, and made by you, it's Craftastic (no links to giveaways, shops, link parties or other people's work).  Add the link to your specific post (not the main page of your blog).
• Grab my party button & put it on your post or blog somewhere.  Party pages are fine.  If you want the chance to be featured, this is key.  The code can be found HERE.
• Check out some of the other fabulous links and share some crafty comment love.  We all love getting comments!!

   

    An InLinkz Link-up
   

Room To Create: My Craft Room Feature

This week I'm making up for lost time by sewing as much as I can & getting creative instead of writing tutorials, but I do have something new to share...I'm in the premiere issue of Room To Create Magazine!

This magazine is all about places to craft & create and shares the crafty spaces and studios of several designers, as well as some favorite craft bloggers.  When I was originally approached about being featured I didn't know I'd be among such big names.  I'm very honored to be included!  My room has got a lovely spread that shares some great photos and how I've maximized my small space with strategic organizing.

It also showcases the lovely EZ View and Helen Sewing desks I bought from The Original Scrapbox and then customized for a unique Sew Can Do look.  

I've had them for over a year now and things still look this neat and organized.  I can't recommend them enough!!

And if you think that a dream craft room is out of your budget's reach, requires more space than you have, or is only for serious craft bloggers, check out my post sharing how I got my Small Space Dream Craft Room to come true (it's easier than you think).  See how I started with my original $85 Craft Room post and follow-up Craft Room tour too.  

It may not happen overnight, but I'm proof that it can happen, no matter where you start!

You can find this issue of Room To Create at Target, Barnes and Noble, Wal-Mart, Hobby Lobby and many grocery stores through the end of March.

Let's get Craftastic! It's the Craftastic Monday Link Party

Happy Craftastic Monday!  Are you getting your craft on this week?  I sure am - after all the setbacks last week I'm making up for lost time!  And to get everyone in the mood, I've got some extra features to share this week so check them out below!

If you're looking for ideas with knits, check out last week's post on Sewing Knits With A Twist, which shared my review of two unique clothing patterns: 

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Want more people to see your blog/shop & FB page?

Don't forget - after linking your latest project posts below, head over to the Sew Can Do Facebook page to join in the Craftastic Monday Mixer.  

Why link there?  Even more people will see your site/Facebook page, and you can find some new sites you might love at the same time.  It takes just seconds, so why not add yours? Who couldn't use a few more likes & views?!? 

How It Works:

Instead of a specific post, share your blog, crafty shop or Facebook page link on the Sew Can Do FB page.  More exposure for your crafty site every week!  Click HERE to go link up now!

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Now let's see some Craftastic picks..

I thought this sprinkle candle from Sewlicious Home Decor was super charming.  Would be fun to do in all sorts of other themes too:

Hey Let's Make Stuff shared this fun personalized Hollywood Walk of Fame (and free cut files to make it):

Sadie Seasongoods made these super cute mini book pendants:

So Much To Make shared how to make this stylish box-pleated bow skirt:

Wesens-Art showed how to turn some old packaging and fabric scraps into some charming little houses:

And Patchouli Moon Studio shared this adorable Curious George quilt:

If you're one of this week's features, be sure to grab my Featured On button over on my Buttons Page to share the good news.  

I also feature these projects on Sew Can Do's Craftastic Picks Pinterest board 

AND share each of them on Twitter too for even MORE exposure!

Follow me there to see more great projects (and see if yours is one of them)!   

  

Ready to link up your crafty creations?

 

Party rules are simple:

• As long as it's crafty, and made by you, it's Craftastic (no links to giveaways, shops, link parties or other people's work).  Add the link to your specific post (not the main page of your blog).
• Grab my party button & put it on your post or blog somewhere.  Party pages are fine.  If you want the chance to be featured, this is key.  The code can be found HERE.
• Check out some of the other fabulous links and share some crafty comment love.  We all love getting comments!!

   

    An InLinkz Link-up
   

Step into Spring with Terra's Treasures Manhattan Skirt Pattern

These Arctic-like temperatures are getting me seriously longing for spring.  I'm planning out more spring sewing projects to compensate for the current cold, so today I'm showcasing a great spring pattern from my lovely advertiser: Terra's Treasures, The Manhattan Skirt pattern.

The Manhattan Skirt paired with the Provincial Top.

This fun little skirt is cut on the bias for great movement and flow as it's worn.  It has some great details like being and option to do either a flap button or simple front. 

The Manhattan Skirt paired with the Main Street Tee.

The Manhattan Skirt pattern comes in sizes 6 months to 10 years, so it'll get lots of use as little girls grow.  Plus it's the ideal pattern for showcasing coordinating prints:

I've made several items with Terra's patterns over the years and they've always turned out looking beautiful and with a professional boutique quality you don't find in most PDF patterns.  You can even check out my reviews for each one for more details:

Provincial Top, Monkey Pants, Offbeat Oxford Shirt and Andover Pullover Top.

Terra's Treasures has patterns that:

     - Large size ranges for each pattern so they can be used for years.

   - Full color photos and easy to follow instructions suitable for beginners.

  - Great tips & tricks for sewing knits without a serger.   

 - Many that work for both boys & girls - no need to buy separate patterns!

Right now Terra's Treasures is offering a huge sale - 30% off ALL patterns now through 2/25. It's a great time to grab some new patterns, including the The Manhattan Skirt, and get those spring wardrobes going!

Terra's Treasures is a paying advertiser on Sew Can Do. The opinions are completely my own, based on my experiences.  For my complete disclosure policy, see HERE.