Sweet Something Designs shares how to transform a plain old pickle jar into an adorable luminary featuring the American Flag. As the author herself said of this project, “This is one of those projects that a little bit goes a … Read More...
Felt Rose Ball
Kristen of “Make the best of everything” lives in Iowa with her husband and their baby boy; had an interesting question from her husband. Her husband: “Your a craft blogger. Why are our walls so bare”? Kristen: “I have not … Read More...
Free desktop wallpapers at Martingale blog
Jenny of Martingale’s Stitch This! shares on their blog three new wallpapers from three separate books, just released. All are of pretty quilts, but my favorite is the one she describes as having dreamy clouds and happy birds, shown. … Read More...
Bridesmaid Request Cards {Tutorial}
These charming bridesmaid request cards include personalized paper dolls, friendship bracelets, and a handwritten sentiment! Get the tutorial at Marrying Prince Charming.
Swoon: Embroidered horse quilt block
Sarah of Confessions of a Fabric Addict gives us a peek at some of the quilts she distributed this week at The Sweat Shop. My favorite of the bunch is this embroidered motif of farm life. This horse looking over … Read More...
New blog alert: Quilts are for Giving
Beth of Love, Life, Quilt launched a new blog this month that is totally devoted to charity quilts. I love this concept. Aptly named Quilts are for Giving, be sure and check it out, here.
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A pretty little spider
Susan of Suztats shared photos of a number of stitchy projects, including this fun and colorful crazy-quilt block in progress. Her beaded spider is perfection. Although she doesn’t explain how she made it, her close-up photo makes the technique clear … Read More...
Fleece Fascinator {Weddings}
Learn how to make this pretty fascinator with a free tutorial and pattern at Fleece Fun! Perfect for flower girls and bridesmaids!
Felt Envelope Tutorial
These are the cutest envelopes and I think I will make one to put a gift of money in. Kelly of “Live Laugh Rowe” has the cutest idea with her Felt Envelope Tutorial. Think of all the colors you … Read More...
I Heart Fake Food – Felt French Bread Tutorial
Amy, the host of “While Wearing Heels” shows us how to make Gluten free French Bread Tutorial; this tutorial is easy to follow, adorable to look at. I love the picture with the stunning basket holding the loaves making you … Read More...
Hot Cross Buns – Nursery Decor Tutorial
What a clever and creative idea for a baby gift and what new parent would not be crazy for this personalized gift. Ashley of “Distractions” just finished a new project “Hot Cross Buns – Nursery Decor Tutorial” and she is … Read More...
Easy Summer Centerpiece Centered Around Votives
Creative Jewish Mom shares this inspiration and a couple tips on creating your own summer centerpiece in just a few short minutes. Check out her work.
Giveaway: Design to Stitch by Sandra Meech
Friendly Wendy of C&T Publishing Blog is hosting a giveaway for the book, Connecting Design to Stitch by Sandra Meech. She explains,
… Read More...Part guide and part design class, the suggested lessons and projects offer exercises in refining and focusing design
Check Out Bronwen’s New Newsletter
If you’re a regular reader here at the glass blog you already know I really like Bronwen Heilman…both as an artist and as a person. She was recently in the Los Angeles area teaching so I was able to … Read More...
Ladybug & Daisy Garland {Tutorial} and/or a giveaway
Stephanie hosts “Toastie Studio” and has this darling tutorial to make; a cute summer garland with ladybugs and daises. It can all be made with hand sewing, so also a great project to get the kids making! What a delightful … Read More...
Twig-Wrapped Candle Holder
Silver White Winters recently posted a tutorial for making nature-inspired candle holders. Using twigs, hot glue and twine, this easy-to-make holder would fit in great at any rustic wedding, particularly in the fall. Get the how-to.
{Monday Moods at DIY Weddings} Modern Rustic Industrial
Edgy industrial style is softened a bit with a splash of peach and pink florals in this eclectic mood board featured at Oh Lovely Day!
Big Sale at Maryland Mosaics! 40% off!!
This one is for you mosaic lovers. Bargains galore over at Maryland Mosaics! They’re giving you 40% off of almost everything. Check out their site to see the restrictions…and the sale runs through June 27th. What do you need … Read More...
DIY Lace Cement Votive
Say Yes to Hoboken recently featured how to make cement votive holders with a lace motif. This project requires mostly simple supplies: Paper cups, lace motif tape, disposable containers, popsicle sticks, and cement mix. See how for yourself.
TLC’S Craft Wars is Top Gossip
Craft Wars is the new competition series hosted and executive produced by Tori Spelling and it is gossiping up a storm in the crafting world. If you haven’t already heard of it then we have put some of the actual … Read More...