One of the things polymer clay (and polymer clay artists!) does best: making dolls. This selection is way out of my skill range and are just a tiny sample of what a sculptor can do with clay.
1. girlsjuly, … Read More...
Tutorial: Ombre denim quilt
Autumn of It’s Always Autumn entered this quilt in the So You Think You’re Crafty contest and won. I see why. The way she placed the lights and darks…brilliant! Visit her blog to get the tutorial.
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Tip: Rabbit’s way to baste a quilt
Basting a quilt takes a significant effort. Whether a needle running thread, pinning, or spraying it’s often cited by quilters as the most dreaded activity. Can you say back strain?
Rachael of Rachael Rabbit shares on her blog how she … Read More...
Stitch a Garden Club
All Things Needlepoint is announcing a new way to save and to increase your collection of needlepoint canvases. Become a member of their “Stitch a Garden Club” and choose from a wide selection of florals and other botanical canvases. The … Read More...
Clever Chocolate Milk Party Favors
Rachel of mychiclife, shares this post on how she made chocolate milk party favors.
She has also provided free printables to go with the post.
Go check out the chocolate milk themed party favors with free printables.
How To Chicken Proof Your Garden
ModernFarmer has a great post on what it takes to create a space where you can have a decent garden and still keep chickens. Creating a fence isn’t too difficult, but it is the planning that makes it perfect.
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Pastry Based On Poppy Seeds
This was news to me. This cake in this pastry is made entirely of poppy seeds – which is apparently a great flavor in Poland.
This got sent to me via a link suggestion and I can quote from that … Read More...
Ta Dah!: Scrappiest patchwork pillow
Christina of A Few Scraps has outdone herself in scrappiness in her latest handmade creation, a patchwork pillow. She explains,
This is the scrappiest pillow in scrap town.
Chuckle. She also incorporated some practice free motion scrap pads from earlier … Read More...
P.S. I made this … re-styled a hoodie into a poncho tutorial
Erica of “P.S. – I made this…” authored her book “P.S. – I Made This…I See It. I Like It. I Make It” and it is available on Amazon. Her site is filled with DIY’s like this DIY showing … Read More...
Mixed Media Musings
I have been thinking about mixed media projects a lot lately and I read this week that I am not the only one. Olisa Corcoran of Cocoaeyesthestitcher has been musing over them too. Her latest blog has a lot of … Read More...
Landscape Mulitple – Caroline Slotte
I’ve seen dioramas made out of several unusual materials, but Finnish artist Caroline Slotte has taken it to a whole new level. Her series, Landscape Multiple, uses second hand dishes to create the dimensional images, carefully cutting out different elements … Read More...
Scrappy Felt Sunglasses Case Tutorial
Simi of “buttons and paint” said it finally fells like a summer the UK! It was times to make sure that her sunglasses are out, and that they have a beautiful case! She actually likes her hard shell case and … Read More...
Polymer Clay Sweets on Etsy
Some of the teeny, tiny polymer clay sweet treats on Etsy:
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| Pink Pastry Acorn by ParisMiniatures | Ice Cream Cake by Asakomini |
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| Watermelons by hungarianminiatures | Raspberry Vanilla Charlotte Cake by WithLoveFromMonique |
Natasha Molatkova PaperGraphic – All Things Paper
Natasha Molatkova is taking quilling to new places. The Russian born artist uses cardstock instead of traditional quilling paper and gluing the entire edge for precision. Her works have transcended the normal markets for quilled artwork, appearing on the covers … Read More...
The Healthy Yogurt
A clever idea to create a healthy snack for the whole family. Sarah at thebeautydepartment creates this healthy yogurt with blueberries, nectarines and a whole lot of yummy goodness.
Go get this recipe: Natural Healthy Yogurt.
Divorce Parties – What Do You Think?
Picture this – your best friend has just gotten out of a terrible (probably depressing) marriage and she wants to celebrate. Would you go? Would you want to celebrate the downfall of her marriage? Or would you see it as … Read More...
Ta Dah!: Megan’s Star
Dolls and dots take the spotlight in this adorable quilt block made by Tonya of The Crafty Mummy. It’s this month’s block for the Modern QAL at And Sew We Craft. Tonya admits she put off this assignment … Read More...
Felt Foliage Party Garland pattern and tutorial
This lovely Felt Foliage Party Garland is so natural and simple but still provides a festive party decor touch. Victoria hosts “A Subtle Revelry” a Subtle Revelry, a lifestyle + craft blog with simple ideas for merrymaking the everyday. Give … Read More...
Chair Makeover
Jenna of SewHappyGeek, reviews the book Contemporary Upholstery by Hannah Stanton and in the process actually converts an old chair to look kindda groovy!
Here is the old chair.
and here is the cool, upholstered one.
Read her full review … Read More...
Deviled egg mini cakes
“deviled eggs” that are really little cakes, made for a summer picnic party.
Go get the details on how to make this at the super talented Michelle’s website: deviled eggs (that are actually cakes)!