During reading week – which was last week, here – my daughter was roped into a lot of claying. In addition to helping me I made her do a little research and look for works she likes. This is generally … Read More...
Felt Easter Bunny Bags DIY- so easy to make!
These are some of the cutest little Easter treats bags I have ever seen. Gail of “probably actually” saw these pins pop up all over the place; which led her to Merrilee, “Mer Mag’s” Easy Bunny Candy Pouch”! Before Gail … Read More...
{Monday Moods at DIY Weddings} Electric Blue & Tangerine
Here’s a jolt of vivid color to start the week off in style! A tropical mix of bright blue and zesty orange featured at Belle & Chic.
Inspiration: Chitra Karve
This awesome canvas by Chitra Karve — Rough Diamond — combines embroidery and geometry to produce a work that seems to lift from its background. Brilliant! See the design emerge step by step on Chitra’s Pinterest board.
How to Slump a Deep Bowl
I’m working on a project that has been a bit of a challenge and I’m getting ready to start another approach. I’m making glass for a wall sconce and had been draping the glass over to “wedges” that together formed … Read More...
Idea file: Fabric business cards
Stand-out business cards are important in any industry, but particularly so when the heart of your business is your creativity. Narelle from Cook Clean Craft shows how she used printable fabric to make her business cards stand out from the … Read More...
Retro clock quilt block
Jeannette of Gone Aussie Quilting made this quilt block from a pattern she found at Quiet Play. Very nicely executed, the color combo rocks! Go HERE to read more.
Image credit: Gone Aussie Quilting
Ta Dah!: Vintage fabric quilt
What to do with scraps of vintage fabrics? AllThePreciousThings made this quilt with hers and talks about the process of making it at We Sew Retro.
Image credit: We Sew Retro
Free printables from Victoriana
Think about casting your vote for Benita Skinner of Victoriana Quilt Designs in SewCalGal’s 2013 Golden Quilter Awards. (Deadline February 28.) Go to Benita’s blog post for the link. And whether or not you vote, she invites you to … Read More...
Video Tutorial on How to Knot Your Own Earth Friendly Bath Rugs
Their link is not working from anywhere like Pinterest etc. Here is the video by Michelle Kaufmann.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KVhBfiy4XrM
I had to share this with you because it looks so soft and easy to make. I think I would use … Read More...
Wheel mini quilt, a WIP
Joanna of Shape Moth takes a break from larger quilts by making this paper pieced wheel as the focal point for a mini quilt. Lovely must-see stitching in her work in progress (WIP)! Go HERE to learn more.
Dress Up Box
I am a huge fan of ways to make at home parties more special. This box of costumes would do it! Shown for a photo booth, why couldn’t you just add this to the corner of the room, and let … Read More...
Art Clay World Classes at Glass Craft & Bead Expo
I’ve mentioned in past posts about Glass Craft & Bead Expo, the glass show held every year in Las Vegas. It’s coming up faster than you know and I think the Art Clay World people are offering up some … Read More...
How to Style a Sparkle & Blush Wedding
How do you style a sparkle and blush wedding? With a cascading glitter cake of course! I was so excited when I saw this adorable cake with a sparkly surprise in the center! Read all about it and lots of … Read More...
Felt Four-Leaf Clover Topiary-ish Things Tutorial
Noriko loves to do crafts to keep her sanity. Being a stay at home mom is never easy, so crafting helps her feel some accomplishment! Her blog is “Norikraft” where she is sharing her wonderful tutorial on how to create … Read More...
Three Ways to Beat Crafters Block – Wild Olive
It’s time to talk about Crafters Block, folks. Yes, Writers Block’s evil, craft-inspiration-stealing cousin. While we tend to hear more about the opposite (also known as “Too Many Crafts, Not Enough Time”), Crafters Block exists and as artists and crafters … Read More...
Hang Your Glass Available Through HIS Glassworks
This best way to hand glass is with Hang Your Glass. The adhesive is so strong…the hardware is streamline. It’s a wonderful product for a very professional way to display glass. They make a number of different styles such … Read More...
Tips: Take Better Photos of Your Projects
Do you like taking photos of your cards and paper crafting projects to post online? Or are you maybe thinking of opening an Etsy shop and need advice on taking better product pictures? Visit Splitcoast Stampers and Joanne Basile will … Read More...
Couture Birdcage Veil Tutorial
Learn how to make your own glamorous birdcage veil with an easy tutorial from Polka Dot Bride! Just a few simple materials are required, but the end result is so pretty!
How to Make a Potluck Dish Cozy (from a felted sweater)
Diane Gilleland produces CraftyPod.com has her “Potluck Dish Cozy” featured on “MakeZine”! This is a clever repurposed idea inspired by her Mom. When her mom had to bring a hot dish to a potluck, she usually wraps it in old … Read More...