Annabelle from Just Make It shows you how to make these cool baskets out of leftover fabric. I can think of several places I could use these in my house, starting with my laundry room shelves!
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Archives for July 2010
Cage Lighting
This is one of the most creative things I’ve seen this past week. Beth over at The Stories of A to Z, turned a Tiffany style three tier light fixture into some totally cool cage lighting using lamp shades.
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Microwave Kilns…Fad or Functional?
First time I saw a microwave kiln in action I thought, “No way!” How could you fuse glass in a microwave? Well there it was doing just that. You very limited to the size of the pieces you can do … Read More...
Divvies Cookbook Giveaway at The Allergic Kid
Click HERE to visit The Allergic Kid for a review and giveaway of The Divvies Bakery Cookbook. All the recipes are peanut, tree nut, egg and dairy free. Find all the details to enter (and a chocolate cupcake recipe) … Read More...
Tutorial: Refashion a sweater into an Emma Pillsbury-inspired cardigan
Toni from Make It Perfect guest blogs over at U Create with a tutorial showing how to refashion a sweater into a cardigan a la Emma Pillsbury from Glee. She even includes a quick how-to for making Emma’s signature cardigan … Read More...
Tutorial: Stamped fabric growth chart
Twirling Betty shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make this beautiful fabric growth chart. She starts with plain muslin, and then uses embroidery, fabric markers, and stamps to add the words and measurements. Simple paper tags show … Read More...
Japanese Fish Kite
Pink and Green Mama made this cute little kite with her daughter…she shows you step by step how you can make one too!
Looking for more Fish themed crafts? Check these out
Storybook Puzzle Block
Tutorial: Heat Wave Halter from a man’s buttondown shirt
Is the summertime heat getting you down? Michelle from jakboutique and My Gramma Said shares a tutorial for making this cute Heat Wave Halter from a man’s buttondown shirt. Go to the tutorial.
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Life-Size Candyland Board Game
This backyard Candyland contains 17 micro gardens that mimic each section of the board game through theme, smell and color. Learn more HERE at Craftster and see a video on its creation at Ohdeedoh.
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New Release: The Stamps of Life
(image by Stamps of Life and Jeanne Strieff)
The Stamps of Life has three new clear stamp sets: a fun robot set, a holiday icons set and a cool expressions set. The robots and icons are also available as digital … Read More...
New Rebecca Magazine – Online Review
Go here for a page by page “mini” review to the new Rebecca!
And click here for this free Hoodie pattern from the magazine!
DIY Clocks: 5 Different Ways
I have several different clocks to show you, all have a different twist, but all are fabulous.
Welcome to our DIY Clock Roundup! Time is a precious commodity, and what better way to keep track of it than with a … Read More...
Update: Craft Gossip Dolly Donation Challenge
Look! It’s another faceless dolly made by yours truly for the Craft Gossip Dolly Donation Challenge! Actually, the reason I’m showing the picture isn’t because of the dolly, it’s because of the dress. This is the dress I designed … Read More...
Gone Fishin’!
Originally uploaded by SandrART
Fishes in all colors and sizes by SandrART!
It makes me think of lazy weekends on a boat.
Click the picture to check out more of the artist’s work.
Eco-Felt Spiky Swine-Flu Jacket Warns People to Stay Away
You never know what artists and designers will come up with using felt. Check out “Chic Peak” and read the article and watch the video about the jacket. What a fun jacket to wear and show off in.
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Free charts: Cross-stitch
(1) Bouquet de Marguerites from Le blog de Les broderies de vayou
(2) Ballon de foot from Le blog de Mamou
(3) Sieste de Chien from un jour, une grille
(4) BISCORNU from les loisirs abbygaelle
(5) Trio coccinelles from … Read More...
Farm Sweets Stand
I adore this “General Store” sweets farm stand. Not only are the farm-themed treats adorable, but the packaging and display is horribly clever. The party was created by Send in the Clowns Events, photographed by The Pixel Studio. … Read More...
Free charts: Cross-stitch
We’ve chosen the best hand-embroidery patterns for you to attempt this week! We offer something for everyone, whether you’re a novice or a seasoned veteran. Our free cross-stitch patterns range from simple cross-stitch patterns to more complex floral and animal … Read More...
Tutorial: Patchwork tote with oversized grommets
Jamie from Sunflower Seeds and Sunflower Quilts guest blogs over at Moda Bake Shop with a tutorial for making this patchwork tote bag. The straps are attached to the body of the bag through oversized grommets. What a cool look! … Read More...