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nikki in stitches bias tape tutorial - do you make your own bias tape Do You Make Your Own Bias Tape?

Making your own bias tape…. This is a “no-brainer” for some of you. And for some of you, you are perfectly happy buying it pre-made. But after my Applique Baby Bib post, I did get a few people asking questions, … Continue reading

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nikki in stitches heat transfer wall art tutorial Heat Transfer Wall Art Tutorial

Chevron is out and quatrefoil is in…at least here in my corner of the crafty world! I’m loving this simple wall art I created for my office using heat transfer materials. In fact, I love it so much I’m already … Continue reading

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nikki in stitches applique baby bib how-to Applique Baby Bib Sewing Tutorial

Babies and birthdays… These are the two things that seem to be on my mind the most these days. I think the babies thing is pretty self-explanatory. We’re in full prep mode over here considering our summer schedule is already … Continue reading

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DIY cupcake stand from Silhouette chipboard - Nikki In Stitches DIY Cupcake Stand {And a Silhouette Portrait Giveaway!}

Every time I share Pick Your Plum‘s cupcake stand deals, it seems like they’re a huge hit, so I thought it would be fun to share with all of you how you can really make them yourselves, and use up … Continue reading

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how to make a permanent chalk design by nikki in stitches How To Make A Permanent Chalk Design {And PS…I’m Giving Away ANOTHER Silhouette Portrait!}

Chalk designs….it’s hard to not see them pretty much everywhere you look these days. And to be honest, I can’t get enough of them. (Want a peek at some of favorite chalkboard design ideas? Here’s my newest Pinterest board: Chalk … Continue reading

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Nikki In Stitches Jewelry Making Lovers Giveaway from Cousin Corportaion Jewelry Lovers Giveaway! {A Goodie Box of Supplies from Cousin Corp}

It has been brought to my attention that I haven’t posted a project or DIY for my jewelry making readers recently…and you are absolutely correct! I looked back through my recent tutorials, and it has been too long! I do … Continue reading

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silhouette love bunting added to baked and curled grosgrain ribbon wreath How To Make A “LOVE” Bunting {Silhouette’s February Sale!}

Sometimes an old favorite just needs a little “pick me up” to give it new life, right? Many of you probably remember my “baked and curled” grosgrain ribbon wreath from last year. Truth be told, I use it for both … Continue reading

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Craft On The Road (Vacation Sewing) {Vacation!} 3 Tips For Bringing Your Crafting On The Road With You

Am I the only one that looks forward to long road trips because that means I get 3+ hours  (each way!) of uninterrupted knitting time in the car? If you blushed when you read that because you think the same … Continue reading

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January Silhouette CAMEO promotion - Valentine's Day Love Love Is In The Air – Silhouette Love That Is!

Ahhhh….Love is in the air! And today I thought I’d share the love by letting you in on a little secret I’m not sure all of my Silhouette owning friends know about. Did all of you know about the Silhouette … Continue reading

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Nikki In Stitches DIY Bunk Beds 2013 Crafty Wish List

Last year’s crafty wish list was a hit. All of you had fun dreaming of the things you would add to your craft arsenal if money were not a concern. So now that the holidays are over (and maybe you … Continue reading

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