Monday, June 13th was National Sewing Machine Day.  Yes, it's a real thing.  I was also skeptical so I Googled it.  It's real.  In honor of such an obscure and obviously special day,  Caught Red Threaded  is giving away two precut zipper pouch sewing kits!  How to enter: 1.  Visit  www.caughtredthreaded.com 2.  Come back to this post and leave a comment about your favorite item for sale by Caught Red Threaded and why that item speaks to you. 3.  Head over to  Facebook  and like  us  (if you already like our page, please leave a review, compliments are always welcome). It's just that simple.  The kit includes precut fabric, and a zipper.  It will also come with a link to detailed sewing/assembly instructions. My sewing machine works tirelessly for Caught Red Threaded.  Most items made are sold moment after they are finished.  In honor of National Sewing Machine Day, it's been given the week off.  We all deserve a summer vacation. This contest is open until Jun

My daughter has been asking for an emoji pillow since they first debuted 18 months ago. We can't walk into any mall without her fixating on the kiosk, begging to spend money that isn't hers. I'll admit, it's been tough holding my ground on this one. They aren't that expensive. But I know, like everything else in her hoard of a bedroom, she will notice it for a couple days, only for it to be lost in the rubble. Fast forward to this week... This same emoji-pillow-begging-daughter came up with a great idea. She wants to make her own emoji pillow. She told me all about what it should look like, and even presented a drawing.  Now this is an idea I am on board with 100%!  I love that she enjoys crafting, and that she has enough knowledge to know how to draw out a design, choose materials, and then create it.  To make this emoji pillow, you will need the following materials: Sewing machine  Thread 1/2 Yard Yellow Fabric Scraps of Red, Bl

A friend recently purchased a diffuser. She hemmed and hawed for days before buying it online from Amazon. She even turned down a Groupon offer (which was apparently very tempting!) before finalizing her decision.   So let's say you Google "essential oil diffuser".  Your search comes up with "about 525,000 results.  Of course the process is overwhelming.  Add to it, many people are novices and aren't sure the level of investment they want to make, let alone what style and size to pick.  Let me help you out by narrowing your search. Target  offers a small, but very affordable option.  This one retails for $19.99.  Travel friendly, it operates on batteries or with the included USB cord.  If you want something that will last 1-2 hours, then this is the product for you.  However, if you are looking for something with more oomph, I would recommend the next model. This diffuser by Now ranges in price from $35-$45, depending on the vendor.  It offers a soothi