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Archives for July 2011
15 Reasons to Keep a Visual Journal (Even If You’re Not “Artistic”)
If you’ve ever looked at an art journal and thought, That’s beautiful, but I could never do that, you are absolutely not alone.
A lot of scrapbookers, paper crafters, and memory keepers already tell stories visually without even thinking … Read More...
Inspiration du Jour | Riverfront
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How To Do Flattering Makeup For Mature Skin
I came across this whilst perusing the Dr Hauschka website. Are you one of those women still wearing their green and silver eyeshadow from the seventies ( sorry for outing you there mumsy ) I myself know I’ll probably be … Read More...
Tutorial: Rainbow and Heart quilt for kids
Kelley from The Pioneer Quilter shares how she made this heart at the end of a rainbow quilt. She says it’s a simple pattern that’s the perfect size for a child. Get the tutorial.
Looking for more Rainbow themed … Read More...
Christmas Block Swap at Love Affair
Sunni and Melissa from Love Affair With My Brother have kicked off a Christmas Block Exchange; it marks their first time to host a swap and they are really excited about it. They promise to do a series of … Read More...
Sweet Treats as Buttons
I love chocolate chip cookies. If I stitched these to my shirt I’d probably spend the day nibbling on it. Definitely a way to give your garment some sweet appeal.
Packaging that Fools Fools Like Me
I was rather intrigued by this article at Chow on the phrases used by food packagers in the past 50 years that fool consumers into buying, because I’m easily coerced into purchases by labels. And these pushers of products with … Read More...
Product: iPhone app for quilters
I’m curious if anyone has tried out the iPhone app Quilt Dreams by Teller Web Solutions. According to iTunes at Apple, download it and you can take photos of fabric, make squares then assemble into a quilt. Read more … Read More...
Homemade Fortune Cookies
Created by CakeSpy for Serious Eats, learn to make your own fortune cookies HERE. Wouldn’t it be nice to choose your own destiny?
DIY Drink Umbrellas
Because even drinks need shade in this heat (at least here in Washington DC’s hotfest ’11). Make your own dainty drink umbrellas from doilies HERE at Country Living.
Icon Ice Cream Pops
Spotted on Lost at E Minor, check out this collection of character and icon ice cream busts from Russian advertising agency, Stoyn, like a blueberry and licorice Darth Vader or strawberry and cream Marilyn Monroe.
Knitted earring tutorials
These knitted earrings are so lacy and delicate! Designed by Rosemary Hill, wouldn’t these earrings make pretty bridal jewelry? Also known as Romi, Rosemary has her own shop, Designs by Romi and her own book “Elements of Style: Knit … Read More...
Charming Rose Pin/Clip
Simple craft store roses get a charming makeover with a bit of paint and some sparkly crystal beads! Get the tutorial created by Carmen of RoCa and Company by clicking this link. These sweet little pins/clips would be … Read More...
Rice Krispies Treat Monogram
What a sweet gift to open. Make Rice Krispies treat monogram birthday gifts HERE at Musings of a Glamourpuss.
Orange Peel Candle Tutorial
Denise from Mom in Madison created these sweet orange peel candles with beeswax. They’re perfect for the summer and help add a splash of cheer anywhere.
She cut the orange tops in zig zag patterns and took out the fruit … Read More...
Freebie: Ice Cream Cone Card
Click here to visit Paper Crafts and you can download this yummy ice cream cone card pattern from Kim Hughes.
-Heather
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A Felted Slimey hand puppet, Oscar’s pet worm tutorial
Anny, of “Anny Purls” is a housewife and mother of two sweet little guys. Anny is obsessed with everything knitting! As she explains in the following Sesame Street is a big part of her life and Julian one of her … Read More...
Texturing with chain stitch
Check out this sample of high-texture embroidery by SharonB of Pin Tangle. If this doesn’t make your fingers itch to stitch, nothing can! She says,
… Read More...I was experimenting with varieties of chain stitch which included oyster stitch and cable
Read the Hand & Lock zine
The latest edition of Hand and Lock Embroidery‘s free e-zine is available now. Check it out.