It's Craftastic Monday Link Party Time

Hello Crafties! Are you ready to showcase what new crafty goodies you've been making?  Come on and link 'em up at this week's Craftastic Party!

Last week I kicked off my Lucky Rainbow Fabric Bundle Giveaway.  24 fat quarters in every shade of the rainbow...get your entries in for a chance to be the lucky winner:

Now let's see some Craftastic picks..

Nap-time Creations shared how to make this hooded t-shirt cardigan and provided a free download pattern for it:

Kiku's Corner offered up this tasty fennel slaw recipe:

Creating my way to Success made these handy pop-up fabric baskets:

Our Peaceful Planet showed how to transform an old rug with paint:

A Houseful of Handmade shared how to make this lucky shamrock shadowbox:

And Wesens-Art created this useful seasonal change wall art with some air dry clay and magnets:

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. 

 Want to be Featured?  
Remember to link back to the party somewhere - I can't feature your project if you don't share the party some way.

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)!   

Sew Can Do

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).  Product reviews, plagiarized or sponsored posts for random items will be immediately deleted.  
• 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 button code can be found HERE.
• Check out some of the other fabulous links and share some crafty comment love.  We all love getting comments!!

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Get more fans & followers:  Join in the Craftastic Facebook Mixer Too!

It's FREE advertising for YOUR site/Facebook page - INCLUDING SHOPS and a way to easily discover new sites to love at the same time.  It takes just seconds and gives you a chance to get more page likes & followers. You can add crafty giveaways there too!  

How It Works:

Head over to the Craftastic Mixer post on Sew Can Do's FB page.  Instead of a specific post, share your main blog, crafty shop or Facebook page link in the comments there.  It means even more exposure for your crafty site every week!  Click HERE to go link up now!

   

    An InLinkz Link-up
   

Sew Into Spring With New Seamingly Smitten Patterns

Are you itching to update your wardrobe for Spring?  There are loads of easy PDF patterns that'll get you sewing up stylin' new outfits in no time over at Seamingly Smitten Patterns. 

Here's the newest pattern release: the Woman's Cowl Neck Tunic Pattern.  This ultra flattering pattern is sure to become a year-round favorite! It's design is super versatile - you create a top, tunic or dress in a look that YOU LOVE by letting you CHOOSE your own style! 

You can make it with 3 necklines (cowl, drawstring cowl or boat neck), 3 sleeve lengths (short, three quarter length or long sleeves), 

There's also optional drop waist bottom panel, a kangaroo pocket and sleeve tabs for more detailing.

You can use double knit, interlock jersey, lightweight to medium weight knit, as well as activewear, sweater, ponte or light weight terry fleece. It's also a great way to easily mix multiple prints & solids. 

If you want to get a jump start on that Easter or Spring dress, there's the Sazerac Dress Pattern.  It's got 3 sleeve options as well as choice of scoop or v-neckline.  It also works with both wovens or knits:

For everyday looks, there's the Women's Hooded Raglan Pattern, with a banded waist and cuff details:

as well as the Women's Raglan Top Pattern, which has rounded and split neck options. 

          

Why Try Seamingly Smitten Patterns:

• Fast sewing!  These patterns are designed to be simple to cut and assemble.  Ideal for beginners.
• Tons of detailed photos.
• Easy-to-follow, step-by-step directions.
• Photos for each step (no more guessing what the wording actually means!).
• Tutorial-style directions & extra tips to save time.
• Sizing charts to get the right fit - including petite & tall.
• Instant downloads so you can start sewing right away.

Whether you're just learning to sew or have years of experience, these patterns are easy to use and a great way to make new things in no time. Just what's needed to add a touch of Spring to the wardrobe!



Seamingly Smitten is a paying featured advertiser at Sew Can Do.  The opinions are completely my own, based on my honest experiences using & purchasing patterns from this shop. For my complete disclosure policy, click here. 

Lucky Rainbow Fat Quarter Fabric Bundle Giveaway

Are you feeling lucky?  With St. Patrick's Day coming up, it's time for some luck and rainbows for one lucky crafter....A rainbow of fabric that is!

I'm giving away this gorgeous stack of 

24 fat quarters:

It's the full Jazz Basic collection by Timeless Treasures. They've given me a set of all 24 colors to give away to one fabulous reader.  

This swirly print is fun for so many projects:

Think of all the colorful things you could do with this many coordinated fat quarters!!

One lucky Sew Can Do reader will win this entire set of fat quarters.

Who needs a pot of gold at the end, when you could have this rainbow of fabric?

Good Luck Everyone!!

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Craftastic Monday Link Party

Welcome to a new Craftastic Monday Link Party!  Show us what creative creations you've been busy with and get some inspiration from others too.  All sorts of crafts are welcome, so don't be shy!

Last week I shared my new Ultra Easy No-Sew Dessert Pincushion.  Super quick to make and a cute place to store pins too:

Now let's see some Craftastic picks..

PA Country Crafts created this super sweet girl's apron and provided the free pattern too:

KBB Crafts & Stitches showed how to make a cute mini cross-stitch kit (complete with free printable):

Howling at the Moon made this adorable crochet love bug:

Little Miss Dextrous showed how to make this super simple rosebud tea:

Home Cooked Memories shared how to make these mini oreo cheesecakes:

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. 

 Want to be Featured?  
Remember to link back to the party somewhere - I can't feature your project if you don't share the party some way.

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)!   

Sew Can Do

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).  Product reviews, plagiarized or sponsored posts for random items will be immediately deleted.  
• 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 button code can be found HERE.
• Check out some of the other fabulous links and share some crafty comment love.  We all love getting comments!!

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

Get more fans & followers:  Join in the Craftastic Facebook Mixer Too!

It's FREE advertising for YOUR site/Facebook page - INCLUDING SHOPS and a way to easily discover new sites to love at the same time.  It takes just seconds and gives you a chance to get more page likes & followers. You can add crafty giveaways there too!  

How It Works:

Head over to the Craftastic Mixer post on Sew Can Do's FB page.  Instead of a specific post, share your main blog, crafty shop or Facebook page link in the comments there.  It means even more exposure for your crafty site every week!  Click HERE to go link up now!

   

    An InLinkz Link-up
   

Think Spring with New Fabric Prints from Laminates

With Spring on the horizon, I'm looking forward to trading the snow & cold for some rain & sunshine-friendly projects.  One of my favorite things to sew with this time of year is laminated cotton.  It's great for the wetter weather and really versatile.  

Let's take a peek at some lovely laminated fabric from Laminates to get in the mood for the upcoming season!

What is laminated cotton? It's cotton that's been coated on one side with a thin layer of laminate to render it water-resistant.  Similar to oilcloth & basic iron-on vinyl, but unlike those stiff & sticky fabrics, it does not contain BPA or phthalates (aka bad-for-you chemicals that leach out of some plastics).  This means it's safe for baby & kid's projects.  And while it's soft like regular cotton, it's got more strength, durability & form. 

Laminate is strong like a Ninja 

What can you make with it?  The possibilities are endless, but laminated cotton is ideal for tablecloths, coasters, placemats, chair coverings, cupholders, lunch bags, bibs, aprons, bags, purses...just to name a few.  Last spring I made this Wonderfully Waterproof Tote with some Floriography Blue:

I bought this Floral Gold Halle Rose recently to make a tablecloth for my kitchen table:

Laminates has loads of other great spring prints like these beauties:

Floriography Blossoms, Bees on White, Duck Goose, School Days

There are also on-trend fabrics like this cross-stitch print that looks gorgeous on this raincoat:

Oliver & S trenchcoat pattern

I've used this Urban Birds print to make a cute pocket wallet: 

and paired with chalkboard fabric to make a reversible wipeable playmat:

Laminates also has some custom designs you won't fin anywhere else, like these exclusive Flyers prints:

There are laminated cotton prints for every style and project at Laminates, as well as options for cut sizes like fat quarters, half yards and more.  Plus, score some great deals by shopping the sale/remnant section!

Seeing so many lovely options, I'm brainstorming what I want to do for my next laminated cotton project.  What laminated projects do you want to work on?


Laminates is a paying featured advertiser at Sew Can Do.  The opinions are completely my own, based on my honest experiences using & purchasing fabrics from this shop. For my complete disclosure policy, click here.