Also, there’s a mason jar involved, so you know I’m in. Learn to make them HERE at 1 Fine Cookie.
Archives for October 2011
Krispie Crunchy Bones
“Krispie Crunchy Bones”…. sounds like me in a few years. Learn to make these Rice Krispie and candy skulls and bones HERE at Cute as a Fox.
DIY Flower Girl Fairy
A flower girl fairy in a fluffy skirt will be sure to win the heart of your prospective attendant! Christina at Intimate Weddings shows how to make these fluttery charmers step-by-step. Click here for all the details.
Win every issue of Threads
Threads blog is giving away a copy of Threads Magazine Archive, 1985-2011 on DVD. The post says,
… Read More...Would you like to be able to search for that article you remember reading months ago in Threads, but forget the title
Tutorial: Use shirring to take in a neckline
Debbie from Squiggly Twigs Designs reworked a tunic dress to fit her daughter. The only problem was that the tunic’s neckline was too big. Her solution was to use shirring to gather it in, and she shares a tutorial telling … Read More...
Free Printable: 3D Pumpkin Decoration or Cake Topper
Too adorable as a cake or cupcake topper… Find the free printable and how-tos to make your own 3-D paper pumpkins for decorations, placecards or cake toppers HERE at Party Planning Center.
Black Kitties–fiber jewels
Beautiful, whimsical, and seasonal. This new fiber necklace from rRradionica is called Black Kitties. See more photos at her blog post.
How to upcycle plain witch hats with a bit of this and that
Do you like make your costume parts just the way you like them in your favorite colors? Well the daughter of the blogger behind Choose to Thrive did just that. See how to upcycle a plain witch hat available all … Read More...
Giveaway: Premier issue of Stitch Craft Create, plus sewing goodies
The premier issue of Stitch Craft Create will be hitting the newstands on Tuesday, October 18, 2011. The cover looks absolutely yummy, doesn’t it? To celebrate, Craft Buds has a Q & A with their new editor, Shannon Miller. They’re … Read More...
Tutorial: Soft fabric gnome dolls
Christy from Pristine Designs Photography and Whimsical Whimsies shows how to make her Little Bitty Gnome doll. This is such a sweet little doll, and is perfect for sweet little hands! Get the tutorial.
[photo from Whimsical Whimsies]
Looking … Read More...
Free pattern: Winter house
Shell of Bits and Bobs shares her pattern for this sweet felt-applique and embroidery Christmas ornament or door hanger. Go to her blog post to download the pattern.
Looking for more Christmas Embroidery Patterns? Check these out on Etsy… Read More...
Free pattern: Mini Top Hat hair accessories
Fleece Fun shares a free pattern and tutorial for making a Mini Top Hat hair accessory. The patterns are available in 4 different sizes: Large (5.75 x 8.5 inches), Medium (4.5 x 6.5 inches), Small (3.5 x 4.5 inches), … Read More...
Tutorial: Creative Suitcase art organizer
Nat By Night guest blogs at Whip Up with a tutorial showing how to make her Creative Suitcase art organizer. This is such a well-thought-out organizer! It has everything you need for a creative project on the go. It’s large … Read More...
Tutorial: Nordic Prince tuxedo shirt for baby boys
Anshu from Blooms and Bugs shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make her Nordic Prince shirt for baby boys. The long sleeved knit top has a tuxedo-style bib at the neck. The sleeves are cut … Read More...
Gingerbread Haunted House
This is so on my to-do list for Halloween. Find step-by-steps to decorate a haunted gingerbread house HERE at Sisteroo.
Tutorial: Pot holder handle sleeve
Dora from Show Tell Share made this clever pot holder that slides over the handle of the pot. It provides protection against the heat but also allows a firm grim. She shares a pattern and tutorial showing how to do … Read More...
DIY Puffy Paint from Kitchen Edibles
Sure it’s for kids, but checking out these piping skills, I’d say this kid is ready for some pretty advanced cookie decorating! Learn to make your own puffy paints HERE at Mommy Labs. (The blue paint shown here isn’t … Read More...
Dracula Lunch
Turn lunch into Dracula… if your kids can take it. Mwah ha ha. (Even I’m groaning at me.) Anyway, turn lunch into Dracula HERE at Kitchen Fun with My 3 Sons.
Free Pattern: Heirloom Doll dress
Carla Crim of Scientific Seamstress guest posts on We Love French Knots about her love of sewing and embellishing doll-sized garments. She says,
… Read More...I started out with 18″ dolls, but worked my way down to small (10″) and super-small dolls
Framed Witches Hat
How fun is this? I love the less than spooky, pretty twist on the witch’s hat that HoneyBear Lane put together. You can make one too, she gives you a fun tutorial. Head over for the how to — Make … Read More...