Tina from Seaside Stitches has taken the Naked Bed Challenge. She even shows us her “ugly” bedspread. Her nearly finished quilt, shown here, is just the thing. It’s a beauty. Read more HERE.
Spray on Liquid Glass?
We can thank Leigh Adams for this blog…she found some information online regarding spray on liquid glass. Spray on liquid glass? More information can be found on the web site Physorg.com. It’s a silica based substance that when sprayed … Read More...
Wedding Etiquette {Addressing Invitations}
Addressing your wedding invitations can be a bit confusing! For some basic rules of etiquette regarding this topic check out this great article at Truly Engaging.
DIY Paper Daffodils
Can you believe these gorgeous daffodils are made from egg cartons? Learn how to make these vibrant blooms by following the easy step by step tutorial at Intimate Weddings. Or click here to see a whimsical centerpiece made from … Read More...
WIP: Petaluma Quilt Guild Challenge
I love this Work in Progress (WIP) quilt being created by Kerstin from KES Quilts. She says when finished it will be her entry in the 2011 Petaluma Quilt Guild Challenge. Visit her post HERE.
Via Patchwork … Read More...
A Great View of Glass Craft and Bead Expo from Linda Steider
Another quick post…just found this link for a blog about the Glass Craft and Bead Expo experience written by Linda Steider of Steider Studios. Bullseye had a post about it on Facebook. It’s got pictures and commentary that I … Read More...
Fair Trade Bead Stitch Markers
Click on over to Willow On The Water for stitch markers made from Fair Trade Beads.
“These wonderful beads are handmade using discarded glass bottles, dishes, fan blades & other used found glass. The glass is crushed into a powder, … Read More...
Dale Chihuly – Three Videos to Watch…
Over on the PBS page there’s a listing for the documentary Chihuly Fire and Ice. Well, on that page there is also three separate videos you can watch right there. A great way to get to know Dale Chihuly, … Read More...
Wedding Details {Meringues}
Fluffy clouds of swirly meringues lend a sweet touch to a bridal shower or wedding dessert table! Postcards & Pretties captured 11 delightful meringue confections to tempt your sweet tooth. Click here for inspiration.
DIY Bridal Shower Apron
Charlotte Lyons of House Wren Studio submitted a link to a clever and crafty apron she created for her daughter’s bridal shower. How fun to have your guests sign the apron as a keepsake of the shower, or later at … Read More...
Elvis Cupcakes
These would’ve been perfect for my Vegas wedding. Find these and others HERE at Sugar Swings!.
Dichroic Glass Tutorial – The Donut
This is a tutorial for those that have glass fusing experience and access to a drill press and diamond bit hole saws. But for those of you not quite there yet you have something cool to work towards. First you … Read More...
How To Make Yarn From A T-Shirt – T-Shirt Yarn Tutorial
I’ve got a bunch of old t-shirts, likely you do too!
Up until a bit ago I was making shopping bags from them (cut off the sleeves, cut off the neck in a scoop and tie shut the bottom, easy!) … Read More...
How About a Yarn Swap?
Over at AllFreeKnitting.com they’re doing a yarn swap. This sounds like fun!
While it won’t bust your stash (because you get a skein when you give a skein) imagine the mega fun stuff you could score?
6 Cool ways to dress up a table or nightstand
Here I go again with furniture envy. I’ve never actually refinished a piece of furniture myself, but the talent that’s out there on the internet really makes it seem doable. Here are some really cool pieces for all different home … Read More...
Sweet mountain spring re-purposed Wool Sweater projects ideas
Charlotte of “House Wren Studio” inspires us on how to use most parts of our felted wool sweaters. Sometimes we felt and cut a sweater for certain projects and have cuffs and turtlenecks left over, well Charlotte is offering us … Read More...
Foodiggity Accepting Food Art Submissions
Calling all food artists… whether you create food-inspired artwork or art from food itself, Foodiggity is starting a new feature, Food Art Fridays, and accepting submissions to be featured. Find more details HERE.
Glass Bead Tutorial – Talisman Bead by Jeff Barber
A good friend of mine is taking a class this weekend by bead maker Jeff Barber. It made me check out his web site and he sure does make lovely beads. He even has a tutorial for a bead … Read More...
New Knitty is Up!
Actually, the new patterns have been up for a week, and I apologize for not bringing it to you sooner.
Can we go back to the full time job, farmer, needy puppy post?
Anyway, as usual, filled with lots and … Read More...