As you might expect, the American Tribute collection comes only in shades of red, white, and blue, with each of these colors serving as background to a wide variety of prints, many of which fall into distinct families. The collection offers almost more star prints than you can count. Aside from the numerous star prints, the American Tribute collection also offers several prints featuring U.S. badges or eagles interspersed with words like “honor,” “glory,” and “strength.”

A patriotic quilter can’t go wrong with the fabrics in the American Tribute collection. The variety of prints and styles in this collection ensure you’ll be using these fabrics in all of your patriotic projects. Moreover, a portion of the sales of American Tribute fabrics are donated to the Wounded Warrior Project in order to further honor U.S. service members.

FaveQuilts.com is giving away one fat quarter bundle of American Tribute (30 fat quarters) to one lucky winner. It could be you!

Learn more and enter to win here.

Contest ends May 29, 2012. You can enter once daily, so return often to improve your chances of winning!

Are you Avengers obsessed? Here’s a roundup of my favorite superhero-tastic projects from around the crafty internet!

For even more action-packed ideas, check out my Geek Crafts: Nerdy Nail Art and Geek Crafts: Star Wars Craft Roundup articles right here on FaveCrafts!

1. Subtle Superhero Shirt from I Am Momma Hear Me Roar

2. The Hulk Amigurumi Finger Puppet from Crochetbot 3000

3. Cross Stitch Pattern Fun With The Avengers from Dork Stitch

4. Flying Captain America Shield from seamster on Instructables

5. Iron Man Origami from Origami by Brian Chan

6. Avengers Bookmarks Craft for Kids from Crafts by Amanda

Who’s your favorite Avengers hero?

Well then you need Altered Shoes, the newest book giveaway from FaveCrafts.com!  In this book, author Marty Stevens-Heebner teaches you how to revamp shoes you already own with materials you most likely already have. From worn out cowboy boots to those cute strappy sandals you got at the thrift store, this book covers all the basics…and leaves no scuff uncovered!

When it comes to designer shoes, sometimes it’s just too hard to find exactly what you’re looking for…which is why it’s so helpful to know how to craft your own.  I have to say that my favorite project in Altered Shoes has to be the Paper Mosaic Flats.  These shoes look like something I would buy at a department store, but are easily made from an old pair of flats and tissue paper.

The conversions from worn old shoes to high quality heels you’d be proud to show off make Altered Shoes a must have book for any DIY crafter.  Even if you’re not into designing your own shoes, Altered Shoes has helpful suggestions on how to cover scuff marks, fix holes in the shoe, and even turn those ugly bridesmaid shoes into something that’s wearable again!

For shoe fans, DIY fans, and artists who love to show off their work, Altered Shoes is a great book that you’ll find yourself referencing again and again.  I even learned how to remove those obvious and ugly white marks from my black shoes and they look brand new again!

This is a great book to add to your collection of crafty how-to materials and we’re giving away one copy on FaveCrafts.  All you need to do is head over to the giveaway page and sign up to win this awesome book.  You can register to win once a day, so return often to improve your chances of winning!  Step to it!

Little did I know back then just how influential this product is in the world of crafting. Aleene’s Tacky Glue is part of a huge line of crafting products which originated with Aleene Jackson. Aleene love for crafting and creating was was passed down to her daughters. One of those daughters, Tiffany Windsor, took her love for crafting a step further and launched Cool2Craft in 2009. The Cool2Craft live show and website provide crafty tips and tutorials that help foster creativity and foster community. In 2010, Tiffany and FaveCrafts teamed up for the Cool2Craft newsletter, which mails twice a week.

The Cool2Craft newsletter pulls the website, video channel and more to bring you unique crafts every single week. Every Tuesday, you’ll find featured videos from the most recent Cool2Craft live web broadcast and exclusive projects from the design team. From recycle crafts by EcoHeidi Borchers to creative polymer clay projects from Candace Jedrowicz, there’s never a shortage of ideas. The Friday issue of Cool2Craft features more great projects, opportunities to enter to win prizes and FaveCrafts tutorials you might have missed.

Here’s a Sneak Peek at an Upcoming Issue:

In Friday’s issue of Cool2Craft, you’ll find amazing floral crafts to make for spring and summer! There are so many easy ways to incorporate flowers into your crafts – whether it means wearing one in your hair or adding a bread dough floral to a home decor piece. In fact, the bread dough recipe featured in this newsletter is a vintage Aleene technique! Use Tacky Glue and stale bread to create your own pretty Bread Dough Rose. You can add one to almost everything! Another popular Cool2Craft project featured in the newsletter is Cardboard Ribbon Spool Flowers from EcoHeidi Borchers. You can upcycle cardboard ribbon spools and turn them into pretty florals! Once you’ve created a few, add them to a canvas and display them in your home.

There are 35 more floral crafts featured in this issue, but you won’t to see them if you don’t subscribe to the newsletter! Tiffany has so many great ideas and insights that are sure to capture your imagination and get you in the mood to create. Plus, you can’t enter to win cool prizes like a Beadalon Wire Assortment if you don’t sign up!

Subscribe Now – It’s Free!

Cool2Craft is all about community – when you sign up for the newsletter, you’re introduced to great craft designers and their amazing projects. Even if you’re a craft beginner, you can still find projects to try and creative inspiration to keep you going. If you’re already a subscriber, please pass this info along to your other crafty friends. Subscribe to Cool2Craft and receive your first issue within the next few days. Before you know it, you’ll have so many free tutorials and crafty ideas, you won’t know where to begin!

Come on down Sharon Cameron! I know it’s a little past your birthday, but hopefully this will make a great belated birthday gift. Sharon said, “It would make a wonderful birthday present (May 12th) Fashion Forward!”

Be sure to join us next month, June 12th at 11 am EST for more fun guests and more prizes!

With the help of Sewing Made Simple you can become an experienced seamstress! This comprehensive book includes everything you need to know about hand stitching, machine sewing, reading patterns and more. With a visual glossary showing fabric types, essential tools, sewing notions and more, you’ll find this book has the potential to help you achieve your sewing dreams.

We’re giving away a copy. Want to win?

Enter to win Sewing Made Simple. The giveaway period ends May 28th. You can enter to win everyday so keep coming back to increase your chances! Enter to win today.

This week, the Cool2Craft design team is sharing polka dot themed ideas! Watch your favorite crafters create super cool projects. Join EcoHeidi Borchers, Tiffany Windsor, Candace Jedrowicz, Heather Valentine, Linda Peterson and Savannah Starr for this week’s online episode.

EcoHeidi is creating a Fabric Stiffened Vase Cover, Candace Jedrowicz is making a Polka Dot Button Bracelet and a Polka Dot Crown, Tiffany Windsor is crafting Polka Dot Bird Magnets, Savannah Starr is creating a Polka Dot Princess Headpiece, Linda Peterson is making Polka Dot Feather Earrings and Heather Valentine is stitching up EcoGift Wrap from Children’s Books.

It’s easy to watch the Cool2Craft TV Channel right from your computer. Monday May 14, 2012 at 9 am Pacific/ 10 am Mountain/ 11 am Central/ noon Eastern. Watch craft demos and join in the live chat at showtime at Cool2Craft.com. See you Monday!

You don’t need to send the kids away to camp all summer to relax; just visit FaveCrafts, AllFreeHolidayCrafts, and especially the new site AllFreeKidsCrafts for some brilliant ideas for homemade games for kids and craft activities for summer vacation. From homemade toys to kids’ games to fun in the sun, these cool games and craft activities for children will keep kids occupied all summer long.

I’ve picked out some of my favorites below! Be sure to tune back in for more exciting news about AllFreeKidsCrafts.com, and check the site–we feature new projects every day! In the meantime, check out these easy games and crafts for kids to inspire a spectacular summer.

Camp out in the back yard and make these incredibly realistic Campfire Cupcakes! Don’t burn yourself though! While you’re out there, you can have a marshmallow war with the kids by making PVC Marshmallow Shooters!

Everyone is happier when toddlers are occupied, and this Toddler Threading Game is a great idea for travel activities for toddlers that improves fine motor skills. Plus, this Travel Game Tin from FaveCrafts is a great way to keep older kids occupied in the car when you head out to the beach on vacation.

Once you’ve arrived at the beach, you can relax in the sand while kids create a myriad of Seashell Fairies.

Dress up games are great indoor and outdoor fun, and we have a ton of cool costumes for kids, like these amazingly Easy Superhero Capes.

Bring inanimate objects to life, two googly eyes at a time with this Eye Bombing game.

Nature and animal lovers will love visiting Bug Village and making this gorgeous Basic Birdseed Wreath from AllFreeHolidayCrafts.

For rainy days, check out these 27 Rainy Day Crafts and Cool Games for Kids. The Plastic Bottle Bowling game in particular is a ton of fun and keeps kids active when they’re stuck inside.

Turn summer reading into an adventure with these awesome Avengers Bookmarks shaped like Captain America, the Hulk, and Iron Man!

What is the best way to entertain kids in the car?

I’ve always been a big fan of alternating snacks with games and a Travel Treasure Trove.

If you need more ideas, get out and explore with nature crafts for kids, beach crafts and outdoor crafts for kids!

Avoid the shame with a simple wine bottle bag pattern! I’ve gathered a few free wine sack sewing projects for you that will make perfect hostess gifts. Not to mention, if you’re planning a picnic or other outdoor event this summer, these free wine sack sewing projects will really come in handy. It’s a cute and simple way to tote your vino!

Check out the video tutorial below. You can also find the written instructions for the wine tote pattern shown in the video.

For more hostess gift ideas, check these simple ideas:

• 15 Quick Impressive Hostess Gifts
• Betty Draper Inspired Hostess Apron

This collection of 8 sparkly threads is great for adding bright splashes of color to your various fabric, felt, and paper projects. This collection comes with the best and brightest shades to ensure that you have just the right color to add some shimmer to almost anything!

In this great collection of threads, you’ll get one of each of the following colors:  Gold, Silver, Blinding Black, Fiery Fuchsia, Laser Lime, Amethyst, Orangeruptis, and Punchy Purple.  And, best of all, this whole collection can be yours…FREE!

All you need to do is head on over to the giveaway page and register to win this Kreinik Thread gift set.  You have until June 1st to win, and you can sign up to win once every day…so the more you visit the giveaway page, the greater your chances of winning this sparkly jazzy thread!