Sweet Treats Goodie Bag – A Sparkling Valentine Project

Sweet Treats for Valentine’s Day!

Greetings, creative friends! Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, and I have the perfect project to make your gift-giving extra special. If you love adding a handmade touch to your celebrations, you’re going to adore my Sweet Treats Goodie Bags—a charming little drawstring bag featuring a sparkling heart appliqué. It’s quick, fun, and ideal for holding chocolates, tiny treasures, or heartfelt notes.

This festive project is featured on the Therm O Web Blog, where I share the full step-by-step tutorial and downloadable heart templates. But before you head over, here’s a peek at what you’ll need to create your own shimmering Valentine bag!

💖Supply List

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• HeatnBond Lite EZ-Print Iron-On Adhesive Sheet or HeatnBond Lite Iron-on Adhesive (for applique)
• HeatnBond Sparkle Paste by Jennifer Long Sew A Story - Fire Truck (for that glittery finish)
• HeatnBond Medium Weight Non-Woven Fusible Interfacing
• Pressing Paper Fabric and Craft Sheets
• Cotton fabric for the bag (models use the From the Heart Collection by Sandy Gervais for Riley Blake Designs)
• White cotton fabric (for the heart applique)
• Baker’s twine, cord, or ribbon (for drawstrings)
• Bodkin or Safety Pin
• Foam Brush or Paintbrush
• Sewing machine and basic sewing supplies
• Iron and pressing cloth
• Printable pattern and templates (available on Therm O Web Blog)

💕Spread the Love!

Want the full tutorial? Head over to the Therm O Web Blog for step-by-step instructions and templates! 

👉  https://blog.thermoweb.com/sweet-treats-goodie-bag-featuring-heatnbond

Valentine’s Day is all about making others feel cherished, and nothing says “you’re special” like a handmade gift. This little bag is more than just a treat holder—it’s a heartfelt gesture wrapped in creativity. Ready to make your own? Visit my full tutorial on the Therm O Web Blog and start stitching up some love!

Want more inspiration? Follow me on Instagram and YouTube for creative ideas all year long—and don’t forget to tag me with your finished projects. I can’t wait to see your Valentine creations sparkle!

Fall Napkin Rings

Greetings, friends! Things have been insanely busy in the BRD studio. My desk looks like a creative cyclone blew through—piled high with sketches, fabrics, photos, and plenty of notes for what’s ahead. In just a few short weeks, I’ll be traveling out of the country, and let me tell you—the lists are LONG!

I’ve been working on a plethora of exciting projects (so many I could really use an assistant!), and while it feels overwhelming at times, I remind myself that busy is a blessing. There’s so much goodness coming your way soon!

In the meantime, it is new project tutorial day and I’m thrilled to share my October project created exclusively for the Therm O Web Blog! I absolutely love putting on my Fabric Education Designer hat and diving into tutorials that showcase Therm O Web’s incredible products.

✨Introducing my brand-new tutorial: “Fall Napkin Rings!”✨

Fall is in the air, and Thanksgiving is just around the corner (eek!). If you’re looking for a quick, creative way to dress up your dining table, I have the perfect project for you. These DIY Fall Napkin Rings are simple, festive, and a great way to use up fabric scraps. Plus, they’re beginner-friendly—whether you sew by hand or machine!

I’ve created four templates (oak leaf, maple leaf, acorn, and pumpkin) so you can mix and match or stick with your favorite. Want to add a little sparkle? I even show you how to use Sparkle Paste for a shimmering finish that will WOW your guests.

Ready to make your own? Head over to my full tutorial on the Therm O Web Blog for step-by-step instructions, supply list, and downloadable templates:

👉 Click here: Fall Napkin Rings Tutorial

🌟 What makes it shine?

For this project, I used a lovely selection of autumn fabrics, along with Benzie Design wool-blend felt and some of my favorite HeatnBond products!

• HeatnBond Lite EZ-Print Iron-On Adhesive Sheets
• SpraynBond Basting Adhesive Fabric Spray by HeatnBond
• HeatnBond Pressing Paper Fabric and Craft Sheets
• HeatnBond Sparkle Paste by Jennifer Long Sew A Story
• Fabric: I used a selection from the Autumn Leaves Fat Quarter Sampler from Connecting Threads
• Wool Blend Felt from Benzie Design
• Goody Hair Elastics, XL 10907 (I use these for the "ring" that holds the napkin!)
  
  

🎥 Coming Soon

Watch for a video walkthrough on my YouTube Channel + Instagram Feed in the next couple of days—it’s almost ready!

📌 Grab the full tutorial + pattern on the Therm O Web Blog: https://blog.thermoweb.com/fall-napkin-rings

🛍️ Want the exact tools + supplies I used? You’ll find them all in my curated Amazon list: https://www.amazon.com/shop/brdgirl

(Full disclosure: as an Amazon Influencer, I earn from qualifying purchases—thank you for supporting my work! 💖)

💬 Questions about Therm O Web, HeatnBond, or SpraynBond products? Or a type of product you’d love to see featured in a future project? Drop me a comment or send me an email—I’d love to hear from you!

I hope this autumn project brings a touch of handmade charm to your fall celebrations! It’s quick, fun, and a great way to use up scraps while creating something truly special for your table. Head over to the full tutorial to grab the templates and step-by-step instructions—I can’t wait to see what you create! Be sure to tag me on Instagram or Facebook so we can celebrate your creativity together. Let’s keep the inspiration flowing! 🍂✨

Thank you so much for visiting today. 💕 Wishing you a creative week ahead—make something beautiful! 🌸

Sparkle Bouquet Banner

The BRD studio has been absolutely overflowing with fresh ideas, exciting projects, and incredible new opportunities! My desk is currently a whirlwind of creativity—covered in new designs, sketches, contracts, product swatches, photos, and a giant planning calendar. I can’t wait to start sharing sneak peeks and photos of what I’ve been working on. Stay tuned—there’s so much goodness coming your way!

Today is New Project Tutorial Day! 🎉I'm thrilled to share my June project created exclusively for the Therm O Web Blog. I always enjoy putting on my Fabric Education Designer hat and diving into new tutorials using Therm O Web’s incredible products. For June, the blog is all about outdoor projects, Sparkle Paste, summer host gifts, and easy-to-sew gift ideas—and I had so much fun creating something special for it.

Introducing my brand-new tutorial: “Sparkle Bouquet Banner”✨💥

This red, white, and blue project is perfect for summer decorating or gifting. The full tutorial includes:

• A complete supply list
• Printable templates
• Step-by-step instructions
• Color photos to guide you every step of the way

The tutorial was posted earlier today, and I’d love for you to check it out!

This small banner/mini garden flag is a cheerful afternoon sewing project that uses an assortment of my favorite HeatnBond products. It’s perfect for using up fabric scraps or showcasing your favorite fabric collection!

✨ Project Highlights:

• HeatnBond Sparkle Paste adds a festive Fourth of July shimmer.
• HeatnBond interfacings give the banner structure and durability—great for outdoor use.
• No tracing required! Just print the template shapes directly onto HeatnBond Lite Adhesive using your inkjet printer.

For this project, I used a mix of solid fabrics, some treasured scraps from the Land of Liberty collection by My Mind’s Eye for Riley Blake, and Jailhouse Stripe in Waldo Red from Poppie Cotton.

🌟 What makes it shine?

I used a great selection of HeatnBond products, and the tutorial showcases each one:

HeatnBond Lite EZ-Print Iron-On Adhesive Sheet 10 pk, 8.5 in x 11 in

HeatnBond Fusible Fleece 

Pressing Paper Fabric and Craft Sheets 

HeatnBond Sparkle Paste by Jennifer Long Sew A Story 

Fire Truck 

Snowflake 

Royal Blue 

SpraynBond Pattern & Stencil Spray 

HeatnBond Craft Extra Firm Non-Woven Interfacing 

HeatnBond Fabric Fuse PeelnStick Fabric Adhesive Tape, 5/8 in

🎥 Coming Soon:
In the next day or two, check out my YouTube Channel and Instagram page for a video walkthrough of the Sparkle Bouquet Banner in the making—it’s almost ready!

📌 Want the full tutorial and pattern?
You’ll need to visit the Therm O Web blog for the complete step-by-step instructions, supply list, and printable templates.
🔗https://blog.thermoweb.com/sparkle-bouquet-banner-featuring-heatnbond

🛍️ Looking for the exact tools and supplies I used?
You can find them in my curated Sparkle Bouquet Banner List on Amazon (including the garden flag stand)!
👉 https://www.amazon.com/shop/brdgirl
Full disclosure: As an Amazon Influencer, I earn from qualifying purchases. I only share products I actually use and love—and I truly appreciate you shopping through my links. Thank you for your support!

💬 Have questions about any Therm O Web, HeatnBond, or SpraynBond products? Or is there a specific type of product you’d like to see featured in a future project? Drop me a comment or send me an email—I’d love to hear from you!

I hope this project inspires you to create your own Sparkle Bouquet Banner and add a little shimmer to your outdoor decorating this season! ✨🌸

I’m thrilled to be creating monthly projects for the Therm O Web Blog, and I’ll be sure to post here whenever a new tutorial goes live. My next project is scheduled for July 21st, and it’s an exciting one—a collaboration with Benzie Design! I’ll have coordinating projects featured on both blogs that day, so be sure to mark your calendar.

❄ And don’t forget—stop back tomorrow for my turn on the Frost and Flurry Fabric Tour. I’ve got some truly magical, winter fabric projects to share that you won’t want to miss!

Thank you so much for stopping by for a visit today. I always enjoy sharing my creative journey with you. Wishing you a wonderful week—and don’t forget to make time for something creative! 💖

Lucky Charm Mini Quilt

Greetings friends! I am a couple days late with this post - I truly had the best intentions, but life has been busy and a bit chaotic - so here we are, a little bit later than planned. It is new project tutorial day - time to share my February project created for the Therm O Web blog with you. I always enjoy putting on my Fabric Education Designer hat and creating new projects/tutorials to share. For the month of February, the blog is focused on home décor, runners and toppers, HeatnBond Sparkle Paste, appliqué, and machine embroidery. I created a brand new project that was posted on Monday - it is a complete project tutorial for my Lucky Charm Mini Quilt. My comprehensive tutorial contains a complete supply list, printable pattern with templates, and step-by-step directions with color photos. 

With St. Patrick's Day right around the corner, I thought it would be fun to make a mini quilt to spruce up my home décor. I have had the idea for a rick rack rainbow for quite some time and I was excited to execute my plan. I am really happy with the results - the rick rack added great dimension and the Sparkle Paste added shimmer and shine to the shamrock. Plus, I was able to use a pile of green fabric scraps from my bin for a scrappy patchwork border. 

You will have to visit the ThermOWeb blog for my complete tutorial and pattern, but I am posting a few photos here...

Here is a direct link to the project tutorial:
https://blog.thermoweb.com/lucky-charm-mini-quilt/

You will be surprised how quickly this seasonal project comes together. It is perfect for using up those scraps and small pieces of fabric. For this post, I used HeatnBond Sparkle Paste, HeatnBond Pressing Paper, HeatnBond Lite Iron-On Adhesive, HeatnBond Fusible Fleece, HeatnBond Tear Away Stabilizer, SpraynBond Basting Adhesive Fabric Spray and HeatnBond Fabric Fuse PeelnStick Fabric Adhesive Tape. I also used beautiful hand-dyed rick rack from (my favorite) Lady Dot Creates. Visit the tutorial post for a complete and detailed supply list.

Visit my YouTube Channel to follow along as I create my mini quilt (longer version)...or visit my Instagram for a shorter Reel video.

To find the exact small quilt stand or quilt hanger I used, along with other supplies listed, visit my Lucky Charm Mini Quilt Supply List on Amazon (full disclosure: as an Amazon Influencer, I earn from qualifying purchases - I only share products I actually use - and I truly appreciate you shopping from my links, thank you!). 

If you have questions on any Therm O Web or HeatnBond/SpraynBond products or would like to see a specific type of product in one of my projects, drop me a comment or email.

I hope this project gets you excited to create a fun project for St. Patrick's Day...

I am creating monthly projects for the Therm O Web Blog and I will be sure to post here when I have a new tutorial available. My next project is scheduled to be on the Therm O Web blog on March 17th. Plus, I am working on a special  project for a Poppie Cotton Fabric Tour that will be shared in March, as well.

Thank you for stopping by for a visit today - I always enjoy sharing my projects with you. Have a great week and make time to work on something creative...