Fabric Panel Sewing Kits - Another May Giveaway!

The May Giveaway Day event has ended - be sure to check back for monthly Craft Kit Giveaways.

Giveaway Results: 

The winner of the May Giveaway Day prize is sandyandcosmo.  Congratulations!  Please Contact Us with your shipping information and we'll have your prize out to you right away.

Thanks to everyone who entered the giveaway and joined us on our Facebook page.  Please stop by now & then for updates on new product arrivals, promotions, and to hear about our next giveaway!

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Weekend Kits is participating in May Giveaway Day at Sew Mama Sew!  One winner will be randomly selected to win two Fabric Panel Craft Kits - the Blue Toile Apron Kit from Springs Creative and the Harper Handbag Kit from Fabric Editions.

Fabric panel craft kits are a great choice for beginners just getting started sewing.  With fabric panels, there's no need for traditional tissue-paper patterns, because the pattern pieces are printed directly on the fabric.  You simply cut the pieces from the fabric panel & sew!

Fabric panel sewing kits also appeal to busy crafters looking for a quick & easy sewing project they can start & finish in less than a day.  You can see our complete selection of fabric panel sewing kits in the Sewing Project Kits section of the store.

How to Enter (it's Super Easy!):

Just leave a comment here telling us about your favorite kit or kit category at Weekend Kits.

It's not required, but just thought I'd mention, if you haven't joined us on our Facebook page, we'd love to meet you there.  Once you're there, click the "Like" button at the top of the page, and we'll always keep you updated on new product arrivals, promotions & future giveaways!

Giveaway Details:

• You have until Wednesday, May 25 at 12:00pm (EDT) to enter.
• One winner will be chosen using Random.org's number generator.
• Open to US & Canada shipping addresses only.
• You must be 18 years or older to enter.
• Only 1 entry per person.

One Last Very Important Detail:

The winner will be announced here on Thursday, May 26.  We don't collect email contact information at time of entry, so it's important that you check back here to see if you won!  It might be helpful to add a reminder to your calendar.  If you include email info in your profile or within your comment, we'll send you an email if you win.  Winner will have 48 hours to Contact Us with their shipping info before another winner is drawn.

I always place a reminder on our Facebook page, so if you've joined us there, you're set!  You'll be the first to know when giveaway results have been posted.

Explore & enter a variety of creative giveaways from others stores participating in May Giveaway Day at Sew Mama Sew!  The complete list of giveaways will be posted on May 23.

Weekend Kits specializes in modern DIY craft kits for beginners & experienced crafters. Our goal is to help make crafting convenient, easy, and most of all FUN for everyone!

Thank you for visiting the Weekend Kits Blog.

Gifts for Crafters — Fun & Flirty Aprons

You won't want to miss our newest selection of quality designer aprons from Flirty Aprons. As the name suggests, these aprons are more than just functional, they're fun & flirty too! You'll find them in the Gifts for Crafters section of the store.

Aqua Damask Flirty Apron

First, let's talk about the One Size Fits All sizing.  Often times, this really means One Size Fits Some, but not true for these aprons.  They were specially designed to look great on a range of women's body types, which means you don't need to worry about choosing the right size. This is especially nice if you're buying this as a gift for someone else.

Midnight Bloom Flirty Apron

The designer fabric is soft to the touch and won't tear or fade when washed according to the care instructions on the tag.

If you don't have a lot of extra time for hand washing your clothes, you'll be glad to know that these aprons are machine washable.

They're sewn using a double layer of quality cotton fabric for durability.  And, the full coverage design helps protect your clothing while working.

In addition to having a great fit, soft fabric, and quality construction, these aprons are so cute!

Very Cherry Flirty Apron

The long waist ties can be tied in the back for a traditional look or wrapped around to the front for a more contemporary apron style.

Either way, this is a flattering apron style you'll love wearing while cooking, cleaning, or crafting.

Designer aprons are a great gift giving idea for moms, daughters, sisters, and friends.  The perfect gift for mother's day, housewarming parties, bridal showers, and more!

Visit the Gift for Crafters section for all the details.  We'll be adding more designer apron styles soon, so be sure to check back.

Weekend Kits offers a unique selection of modern DIY craft kits, including quilt kits, embroidery kits, jewelry making kits, and more!  Stop by today and be ready to create something new on your next Weekend at Home.  Thanks for visiting the Weekend Kits Blog.

Martha Stewart Craft Kits at Weekend Kits

We have a new selection of Easy-to-Stitch embroidery kits from Martha Stewart Crafts to share with you today.  These embroidery project kits make it easy to create hand-embroidered items, including a canvas tote bag, coordinating accessory bag, and pillowcase set.  You'll find them in the Hand Embroidery Kits section of the store!

Canvas Tote Bag - Hand Embroidery Kit

You can make this hand-embroidered Bird Tote Bag, perfect for holding personal belongings, bringing to the market, or storing your latest craft project.

Each kit includes the item or items to be embroidered, one needle, presorted cotton thread, easy instructions, and an iron-on alphabet for optional personalization.

Canvas Accessory Bag -
Hand Embroidery Kit

The textiles are pre-printed with the design, so they're ready for you to start embroidering right away.

The Bird Accessory Bag is a nice embroidery kit for beginners just getting started in hand stitching.

I think it's a good idea for beginners to start with smaller scale projects to experience some quick wins and build confidence.

The smaller size textile & design makes it easier to handle and quicker to stitch!

If you're looking for handmade gift giving ideas, the hand-embroidered bird tote & coordinating accessory bag would be a lovely gift to give a friend for a birthday or holiday.

Flowers Pillowcase Set -
Hand Embroidery Kit

The Flowers Pillowcase Set includes 2 ready-to-embroider pillowcases, presorted embroidery thread, needle, and easy instructions.

Add a creative element to any bedroom with pillowcases hand embroidered by you!  The process of creating something with your own hands adds a unique story to everything you make.

Many of my best memories come from times when I was making something for someone.  If you always wanted to make your own hand embroidered items, these kits make it easy to give it a try!

Visit the Embroidery Kits section for all the details on these kits and to see our complete selection of embroidery kits for beginners and experienced stitchers too.

Weekend Kits is dedicated to bringing you the best & most modern selection of DIY Craft Kits on the internet.  Our goal is to help make crafting convenient, easy, and most of all FUN!  Stop by today and be ready to create something new on your next Weekend at Home.

Join us on our new Facebook page, where you'll be the first to hear about new product arrivals, promotions & giveaways. Thanks for visiting the Weekend Kits Blog.

DIY Quilt Kit Giveaway at Weekend Kits!

The May Craft Kit Giveaway has ended - be sure to check back for future giveaways - we'll be posting another one very soon.

Giveaway Results: 

The winner of the May Craft Kit Giveaway is Wondermom.  Congratulations!  Please Contact Us with your shipping information and we'll have your prize out to you right away.

Thanks to everyone who entered the giveaway and joined us on our new Facebook page.  Please stop by now & then for updates on new product arrivals, store promotions, and giveaways!

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It's time for the May Craft Kit Giveaway at Weekend Kits. You can enter to win one of the Simple Quilts DIY Quilt Kits from Fabric Editions.  All the premium quality fabrics you need to create a designer lap quilt that doubles as a decorative sofa throw!

One winner will be randomly selected to win the Blue & Green DIY Quilt Kit.  It's OK if you're new to quilting, Simple Quilts are easy for beginners.  They're also a super-convenient option for busy quilters.  This kit includes all the fabrics you need to make the entire quilt!

• 6 Pieces 18" x 42" 100% Cotton Fabrics for Quilt Top
• 3 Yards Fabric for Backing & Binding
• Full-Color Step-by-Step Instructions

How to Enter:

1) "Like" Weekend Kits on Facebook AND leave a comment here - on this blog post - letting us know that you did.

OR

2) If you already "Like" us on Facebook (or you don't have a Facebook account), just leave a comment here telling us about one of your favorite kits at Weekend Kits.

Giveaway Details:

• You have until Thursday, May 19 at 12:00pm (EDT) to enter.
• One winner will be chosen using Random.org's number generator.
• You must be 18 years or older to enter.
• Open to US shipping addresses only
• Only 1 entry per person.

One Last Very Important Detail:

The winner will be announced here on Friday, May 20.  We don't collect email contact information at time of entry, so it's important that you check back here to see if you won! It might be helpful to add a reminder to your calendar.  Winner will have 48 hours to Contact Us with their shipping info before another winner is drawn.

If you've always wanted to give quilting a try or you're an experienced quilter looking for your next quilt project - this is the perfect kit to get you started.  Good Luck Crafters!

Weekend Kits in Self Magazine May 2011

If you've already picked up the May 2011 issue of Self Magazine, you may have seen WeekendKits.com mentioned in a monthly feature called SELFy Stars.

In the feature, Self asks stars "How do you stay sunny?"  Elisha Cuthbert responded by saying "Painting has always been a second source of creativity for me..."

Self's takeaway tip suggests finding a creative escape from daily life.  Here's an excerpt from the article,

Unleash your inner Picasso with a Learn to Paint Kit from WeekendKits.com ($26).  Acrylic, oil and watercolor sets come with materials, an illustrated guide and suggested projects.  Arts and crafts for grown-ups, in a box!

Since the magazine's release, many Self readers have been stopping by to select their favorite Learn to Paint Kit.  The Acrylic Painting Kit has been the most popular so far.

These creative art kits from Walter Foster include everything a beginner needs to learn how to paint.  The artful packaging makes them a nice gift giving idea too.

You can see our complete selection of art kits in the Paint & Draw Art Kits section of the store.

It was very exciting to see our store recognized in this reputable magazine.  Thank you SELF!

Stop by Weekend Kits today and be ready to "unleash your inner Picasso" on your next Weekend at Home!

Thanks for visiting the Weekend Kits Blog.