I've recently been looking into making more Chinese New Year crafts together as a way to celebrate the upcoming holiday. With my current infatuation with watercolor crafts, we recently made these watercolor painted paper fans together. Watercolor Painted Paper Fans This post contains affiliate links. Thank you for your support! Our Favorite Chinese New Year Books Prior to making the craft, we had already been reading books explaining the holiday. Here are some of our favorites! The Runaway Wok Bringing In the New Year My First Chinese New Year Lion Dancer: Ernie Wan's Chinese New Year Celebrating Chinese New Year Is it just me or are watercolor crafts like the best? The colors are always so vibrant and it's easy to make lovely, colorful art (and it doesn't require much clean up or prep too- score!) We've recently been going through some transitions over here when I gave birth to my second son. He's been such a gift to our family, but navigating transitions (even good ones) have never been my strong point. Luckily, painting and crafting make me feel happy... so I really enjoyed making these beautiful fans! Materials Needed: Ok, all you need for this craft are: Paper (We use drawing paper for the watercolors, but you can just use plain old computer paper too if you decide to go another route.) Other drawing tools (Markers, Crayons, these cool twistable crayons, Sharpies) Stapler Tape Let's Make Some Watercolor Painted Paper Fans You could go 3 routes when making these fans. Option 1: You could just draw/paint whatever comes to mind.... I made this design by drawing a bunch of dots randomly on the page with Sharpie marker and then connecting them with lines to make triangles. I find geometric shapes to be quite modern and aesthetically pleasing, don't you? Then, I just painted all the shapes in. Option 2: Plan a specific Design- Think in halves! Or, you could try to make a specific design on the fan. We'll be folding these fans in half, so imagine the paper divided in half and draw two different designs on each half. I also wanted to make a dragon fan for Chinese New year, so I drew this pattern out. (You can download it over here Chinese New Year Dragon Printable Fan ). When it's folded it makes a completed dragon fan. My son really liked this one, so he spent most of the time coloring it in... and then telling me that he didn't want to turn it into a fan. Oh well! Once you've finished your design, accordion fold it. Then, fold it in half. Staple yourself a handle and tape the two sides together. Spread your fan out and admire your completed design! Oh! Here's what the stripey design looked like folded. I went a bit crazy with painting and made several. Aren't they pretty? Option 3: Fold first, then paint! And... if you want to, you could also just fold up a bunch of these first and then paint them. That's another option too! (The stripey fan on the lower right corner was painted that way.) Another cute fan craft: Now if you liked making this paper fan craft, you should also check out my folding popsicle stick fans. They're a bit more work, but they also are a bit cooler because you can open and close them! Hope you have a fun time making these with your kiddos. Let's Keep in Contact! You can always find more fun ideas on my Pinterest, Facebook, or Instagram accounts! Happy making!

This simple little no sew drawstring pouches are great for holding tiny treasures! All you need is felt and string and some charms or beads if desired!

Easy sewing project for the kitchen that you can do in under an hour to make a DIY fabric bowl cozy from quilting cotton fabric.

Needlebooks come in quite handy for keeping track of your pins and needles (and make a charming addition to any sewing basket). DIY Tutorial

During winter we don't have so many outdoor activities because temperatures here are constantly below zero. But luckily there are tons of winter crafts and arts activities to make with kids and have cold winter days amusing. I especially love seasonal Waldorf activities inspired by nature, followed by Waldorf books that are helping us understand

Bonjour, mes amis! If you follow along on Instagram, you may know that I spent the last month in France with my husband and two kiddos. Michael and I both live the freelance life, so we realized that if we don’t take advantage of this freedom that we have, then what’s the point of all […]

These non slip easy sew ribbon bookmarks are fun to make, and stretch to fit your book. All you need is thread, ribbon, a button and a needle!

It's time to head to the beach in style, so grab your sunscreen and don't forget your cover-up! The Callisia Cover-up free sewing pattern is so versatile, there are endless ways to wear it. Full-length, with double puff bishop sleeves, it can drape beautifully over any swimsuit or a pair of jeans. This beautiful semi-sheer cotton will keep you cute and cool as you sit by the pool! Looking for fabric options with drape? While I used Mood's exclusive Ishvara's Wisdom floral cotton voile for my cover-up, try using silk chiffon or poly charmeuse for a version that will truly flow. How do you plan to style your Callisia Cover-up? Let us know!

Buying things for babies can be fun but making them yourself is so much more enjoyable. We have collected a ton of different DIY projects that you can make for babies that are completely adorable.

Every so often, fashion offers up a piece that doesn't just clothe but captivates as well. Certain pieces capture the imagination more than others with their

This week on the blog we take a look at the new to me old craft of hand sewing as I create a needle case using beautiful vintage fabrics

Click Here for the pattern Howdy! Since we put our Patreon to sleep, we needed to find a new place to host the #ADCapeCult 1910s Wrap Cape pattern. So it's going to be in the

Today Amy from H is for Handmade is sharing a dynamic paper project with us to outfit your home with style. Love this idea!***Hello to all the fine friends of Positively Splendid! I have been looking forward to appearing on Amy's blog for quite some time now and am so thrilled that it is finally

Super simple but really satisfying sewing project, a block pincushion fussy cut from cute vintage folk fabric and stuffed with walnut shells. #pincushion #quicksewingproject #vintagefabric

These patchwork bowls are perfect for storing your sewing tools.

Embroidery 101: How to Embroider: This instructable will teach you the very basics of hand embroidery. Learning to embroider is not as tough as you might think! With a bit of practice, you'll get it down in no time. Plus, embroidery is a nice relaxing thing to do after a long day if…

Do you know this feeling when you stumble over the work of an artist and immediately feel drawn into a whole other world that feels like coming home? This is […]

Sew stuffed elephant from sock by using this ultimate sewing pattern and tutorial. Easy to sew with guide from pictures and instructions. Great as handmade gift

Something a little different today. It's not strictly a bag, but it's something everyone who sews should have in their sewing room and this one is a

DIY projects can be so expensive, but not these recycled item DIYs. Show them off to your friends so they see just how resourceful and creative you are!

If you are looking for a fun camp craft idea for scouts or a summer craft for tweens, then this soda straw weaving bracelet is perfect! Read on to see how to do straw weaving. Your child will love making colorful yarn bracelets.

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Do you need a more organized working space? Or maybe you want to make the bathroom more organized? If the answer is yes, then, these Bubble Pod Containers are perfect for you! The finished size is approximately 5″. Their shape is round which helps them be the perfect pods for storing things like cotton reels […]

With a full silhouette that sweeps the ankles, The Winterberry Cape free sewing pattern fulfills all of my winter needs perfectly.

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One of my favourite plants to dye with in the spring is the stinging nettle – it’s one of the plants I most look forward to. The leaves give me a soft grey-green hue at this time of year (maybe you get a slightly different colour?) – the colour just feels so fresh and “alive”...

Take your sewing projects to the next level using these sewing tips and tricks.

Easy Paper Plate Heart craft for kids to make as a Valentine's Day Craft or Mother's Day Craft. Lovely decoration. Great for fine motor skills

I took my time when creating these dye samples. I gathered plenty of yellow onion skins to fill my dye pot completely. I added water to my pot, boiled the skins for 30 minutes, and allowed the skins to soak in the bath for a few days. I strained the skins from the bath and added my (pre wet) fabric. I brought the dye bath back to a boil for 30 mins with my fabric, keeping an eye on the surface making sure to release any air bubbles from the fabric. I allowed the fabric to soak in the bath overnight. This amount of time isn't necessary to achieve color results, but it is how and why my colors are so saturated.

These sewing projects include free sewing patterns, sewing tips, and easy sewing ideas for beginners to experts. Make DIY home decor, clothing, and jewelry!

This formal skirt free sewing pattern can transform easily from cocktail length to tea-length to an elegant floor-length option.

Take a little peak at some of my favourite Waldorf Inspired Spring Crafts from The Sewing Circle....Springtime SnailsThese little springtime snails are

Make paper lanterns and decorate them with pressed flowers in this easy tutorial from HGTV Gardens.

Frog & Cast is a company that was launched by a woman named Kristina McGowan. She started this project driven by a goal to put her knitting patterns out into the world, share her works with other knitters, and inspire people to learn new things and to notice the beauty surrounding them. The site currently has a few knitting patterns available, including hats, pullovers, and a blanket.

This no-sew crochet axolotl is quick, easy and cute! It would make a great addition to your next market/craft fair or a fun gift.

Make your own worry dolls; tell them what is worrying you just before you go to sleep, place them under your pillow, and let them do the worrying for you so you (or little ones) can get a good nights sleep.

Reusable bowl covers are very easy to sew and you can make them exactly fit all those bowls and jars you use the most.

Are you the person that’s always on the go? Do you waste time trying to find an outfit and then end up hating it because you couldn’t make it the dream

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Pas de panique! Ce message ne sera pas un manuel scientifique pour créer un nouveau champignon transgénique. Quoique! Récemment, en trainant sur Pinterest (c'est un lieu de perdition où je peux passer des heures), j'ai découvert ces adorables petits...

Stand out in your Halloween costume by making a custom witch hat! Create one for yourself, and the rest for your ‘ghouls’ following our visual tutorial.

Do you loop a tape measure around your neck while sewing? This design capitalizes on the habit, turning a measuring tape into a mini caddy. Scissors on one end and a pincushion on the other - or customize the tools to you!

Ever since my first version of The Hibiscus Robe free sewing pattern, I've wanted to sew ten million more in every decadent fabric I can think of. Ombré charmeuse was dramatic and luxurious, but I can easily imagine cascading chiffon and billowing organza. Maybe even a voluminous faille to turn the robe into a dress? For this redux, I opted for one of my fabric faves: a stunning floral embroidered mesh. From boudoir to bourgeois, this all-lace version of The Hibiscus is sure to bring the drama.

Hello Sewing Enthusiasts! Are you ready to take your lingerie sewing to the next level? I'm excited to share with you a fantastic bra hack using my free PDF bralette pattern. In this tutorial, I'll show you how to transform your bralette pattern into two different types of bras that are perfect for all sizes and body types. Plus, it's a beginner-friendly project with detailed step-by-step instructions, so you can easily follow along and create beautiful bras! The best part? You can use any fabric you have on hand, even repurposing an old 100% linen skirt, like I did in this tutorial. It's a fantastic way to upcycle and create unique and stylish bras that fit you perfectly. In the video, I'll show you how to resize and modify the bralette pattern to create a classic bra and a bralette with a different style. You'll learn all the tips and tricks to make the process easy and enjoyable. The tutorial is detailed and easy to follow, making it perfect for beginners who want to try their hand at sewing bras for the first time. But don't stop there! Once you've mastered these two styles, you can use the same techniques to create a variety of other bra styles, such as balconette, plunge, or sports bras. The possibilities are endless with this versatile bralette pattern hack! I encourage you to watch the entire video, try out the tutorial, and share your thoughts on the bras you create. Don't forget to give the video a like, subscribe to my channel for more sewing inspiration, and leave any questions or comments you may have. I can't wait to see what amazing bras you'll create using this hack! Happy Sewing! How to sew bra step by step plus free printable pattern How to sew soft bra DIY Bra Hacks: Transforming Your Bralette Pattern into Two Stunning Bras! step by step sewing tutorial sewing bra sewing bra for beginners free printable sewing bra pattern

Something a little different today. It's not strictly a bag, but it's something everyone who sews should have in their sewing room and this one is a