I actually chuckled aloud when I spotted this gummy bearskin “rug” over at Foodiggity. Created by Laser Bread, check out his site here: Brock Davis to spot such food genius as Rice Krispiehenge and Twinkie Circuitry.
IS IT A CUPCAKE?
Or, is it a flower? It’s a cupcake flower! Isn’t it cute? Had to share!
http://quiltedcupcake.blogspot.com/2011/05/free-crochet-flower-tutorial.html
Linky Party Features!
This week’s linky party is over, but never fear- a new linky bash begins Wednesday! In the meantime, I’m featuring 3 randomly selected guests from this week’s festivities. Pictured above are some adorable cross stitched place cards created by Zoe … Read More...
Jul! Cool!
Now, you know I’m not a ruffly, frilly, girly girl. No lacey stuff for me. Nope, give me strong, sturdy knits that I can use and abuse and will still come back for more. I think this could work. It’s … Read More...
Breakfast on my Sleeve
I don’t know what it is I have with cuff links. Probably a lack of occasions to take my guy to where the shirts need ’em! These are some silly ones by Mousemarket.
Dyeing Yarn With Wiltons Food Coloring
Low water, uneven dyeing, and making it work! 
Take a skein of yarn that has a color you’re not crazy about. Do the vinegar and water thing. Put it in a crock pot and cook it with Wiltons Food Coloring. … Read More...
Free Crochet Pattern: Felted Bowl
Rachel of Crochet Spot has this free felted bowl pattern just for us. Here is a cute, fuzzy bowl to crochet! This small project that is great for practicing and learning how to felt if you’re a beginner. This … Read More...
Knitting 101
Don’t have a clue where to start with your knitting? Well, that’s easy. You start with the toys, I mean accessories. In this post Elisa outlines what you need to get started. What are you waiting for? You’ve got to … Read More...
Curved seams quilt block
Holly from The Undercover Crafter made this curved seams block for a block exchange. Piecing curves is a skill that scares off many quilters, even longtime ones. See how she gained the confidence to tackle it here.
Via craftgawker… Read More...
Crockpot Dyeing – A Kind of Tutorial….
This tute is so easy a…. well, let’s forget the slogans. 
But, seriously, check this out! It’s easy. 
You don’t really measure anything. You don’t really time anything, a totally laid back approach to coloring yarns. And dudes! These colors! … Read More...
Painters in a box
Cara of Cara Caramina Atelier created this Frida y Diego boxed set. Oh, my. I love the box as much as the dolls. So clever. See more at Cara’s blog post.
Unique mounting for needleart
This exquisite little work is by Patricia Eaton of Bird Nest on the Ground–embroidery on painted quilt batting mounted on a painted box canvas. Brilliant. See more photos on Pat’s blog post.
Almost unbearably beautiful
Susan Elliot. Black Chantilly lace, beads, and metallic thread. Susan, beauty is its own purpose and reward. Thank you for creating so much of it. See more at Susan’s Plays with Needles blog.
Food Art Museums
Find a roundup of five museums around the world devoted to food art HERE at Saveur. Now, if only I could schedule that around-the-world trip.
Spock quilt
Spock the quilt by Carol at Fun Threads, spotted by Rachel at Craft. Carol uses a strange and awesome way to get the design for this quilt. Find out how she did it. Go to Rachel’s post. … Read More...
Japanese + and X Quilt Block
Cathy from Cabbage Quilts just joined the Japanese + and X Quilt Along. This block is getting some buzz in the blogosphere since it was first spied in a quilt by Setsuko Inagawa at the 2011 Tokyo International Quilt … Read More...
Bold Expressions exhibit opens in San Diego
Kyra from Black Threads is talking about this exhibit Bold Expressions: African American Quilts from the Collection of Corrine Riley. If the catalog cover she shows on her blog is any indication, just put me on a plane to … Read More...
Recycled Felted Sweater Cloche Hat with FREE Pattern
Elizabeth Abernathy of “Elizabeth Abernathy” has an adorable free Recycled Felted Sweater Cloche Hat with Pattern for us to try. Up with Recycling and Elizabeth is an expert! Check out her blog for the complete pictorial tutorial and all her … Read More...
Bullseye Online Classes Available NOW!
I mentioned just the other day how much I love getting emails from Bullseye Glass and today’s no different. They are launching online classes today. There’s a membership fee of $39 but when you see what’s available to view you’ll … Read More...
{Tutorial} Tote Bag for Beachy Weddings
I just love this adorable tote bag tutorial featured on the May Arts blog today! What a cute gift this would be for a bridal party, welcome bags for guests, or a bridal shower gift for a bride planning a … Read More...