Fabric scraps and empty cookie tins. That sounds like the contents of my trash basket. But for Ro Bruhn, they’re magical raw materials. Witness: This gorgeous necklace of yoyos, metal discs, and beads. Lovely. Go to her blog post for … Read More...
Happily Ever After Wedding Gift
A book of fairy tales with a handwritten note inside is such a charming gift to give to a special friend! Kim at Love U Madly shared a link to a vintage book she received as a wedding gift from … Read More...
Eye candy: Japanese embroidery books
Bari of We Love French Knots posted the covers of four contemporary Japanese embroidery books. I got lost in the details for at least ten minutes. Imagine how long I would be on Planet Embroidery if I could actually hold … Read More...
Mini felt bunnies, a tutorial and template
“Buzzmills” hosted by Jane is a blog containing a wealth of knowledge for us crafters. Jane used a wool bunny as a prototype for her sweet little bunnies. The little guy in her pictures reminds me of our Wes! I … Read More...
{Tutorial} Vintage Alice Hairband
Create a classic and sweet bridal hair accessory with this tutorial found at Bee-Inspired! Thanks to Gabi for sending a link to this lovely project created by Claire of Bella Chiara!
Easter Crafts: More great ideas
Here is a round up of great Easter Crafts that our editors have found in the last week. Have you gone through them all?
Faux Milk & Dark Chocolate Easter Tree
Tabletop Felt Easter Chicks tutorial
I bet everyone that comes to your house for Easter will be captivated by these darling chicks. Tie name tags around their pipe cleaner legs to turn them into adorable holiday place cards or favors that young guests can take … Read More...
10 Barn Wedding Decor Ideas
Barns are a hot wedding venue for 2012 and the trend just keeps on growing! Intimate Weddings shares 10 ideas for barn weddings that range from simple and rustic to elegant and chic! Or create rustic elegance with a … Read More...
Ta Dah!: Ayumi’s smoothie blocks
Ayumi of Pink Penguin worked with Penny of Sew Take a Hike to make paper-pieced quilt blocks with a tasty theme – sprouts and juices. Go HERE to see what else Ayumi has to say about their collaborative project.… Read More...
Embellished Candle Tutorial
Carolyn’s Homework recently posted a tutorial on how to embellish candles using waxed paper, tissue paper, and a blow dryer. She also has a couple of other candle embellishment ideas in her tutorial post that are completely adorable. Go check … Read More...
Crazy Love & Super Fly | Jennifer Paganelli
This swoon-worthy fabric collection, Crazy Love by Jennifer Paganelli, is now available in stores. I’m totally smitten with both colorways (Evening and Afternoon).
Also by Jennifer Paganelli, this is Super Fly, due in stores late Spring. Swooning again.
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{Monday Moods at DIY Weddings} Spring Green
Discover vibrant ways to infuse your wedding with shades of green via this emerald and aqua inspiration board at Postcards & Pretties! So fresh and pretty!
[Sponsored Post] What Propels You?
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A few months ago, I saw a picture of myself as taken by one of the kids. It showed me spinning my little girl around. It … Read More...
Dawnybear footprint potholder
This slays me. Alli of B.Yazoo made this potholder from fabric strips that showcase her young niece’s footprint. She liked this one so much, she made two more. Go HERE to learn more.
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West Elm Felt Origami Inspired Pillow (No Sew)
“Design Fluff” hosts ask us to call her Lucy and her husband, Ricky. They make up Design Fluff. Lucy has an amazing West Elm Felt Origami Inspired Pillow (No Sew). She has a great tutorial for us to follow. Lucy’s … Read More...
Diana’s Take Along Dolls
Diana of Closet Crafter creates Take Along Dolls–tiny handmade playthings put to bed in decorated tins. So sweet. So clever. So handy for a mom who needs a little surprise to occupy a wee one during an unexpected wait. … Read More...
A shell in stitch
Wow. Ruth O’Leary always makes me say Wow. She created this beaded nautilus shell in sections, then stitched them together into the shape. The math involved boggles my mind. Go to her blog post. And scroll back through her … Read More...
Inspiration: The Smallest Forest
Nat of The Smallest Forest is stitching the postcards she collected on a recent trip to Malaysia. So awesome. See more at her blog post.
Loom Knitting…. Have You Tried It?
If you’re like me, you used to do this about a million years ago when you were a kid. But, loom knitting is all grown up!
On the Alexe’s Creations blog, check out the cool items she’s knitted and crocheted … Read More...
Hu Bing – Shattered Glass Installation in New York Gallery
I found this story over at The Glass Quarterly Hot Sheet about Chinese Artist, Hu Bing’s installation over at Prow Art Space at the Flatiron Building in Manhattan. She’s using broken bottles for her installation. Te show is called “Shattered … Read More...
