The Yellow Submarine Twinkies are what really gets me. Check out the food from this Beatles-Inspired birthday party created by Suzanne of Shepaperie featured on The Hostess with the Mostess blog. Sgt. Dr. Pepper, I am the Eggman deviled … Read More...
Embroider some inchies
iHanna‘s embroidered inchies are making my fingers itch to stitch. I can think of dozens of applications for these little pretties, from applique to jewelry to greeting-card embellishments. See more on her post.
Summer Classes at Bullseye
I know I just posted about BE Con over at Bullseye…are you going? Now I’m posting about their new listing of classes for both Portland and Santa Fe. Summer classes already? I guess so…time to plan ahead. You can check … Read More...
Inspiration: Checkout Girl
I’m loving these “multi-hoop experiments” by Melissa Crowe (Checkout Girl). Visit her blog.
DIY Watercolor Ribbon Wands
Send the bride and groom off in style with these festive watercolor ribbon wands! I created a quick and easy tutorial for the May Arts Design Team. Click here to view the full tutorial or visit my blog Serendipity … Read More...
The Royal Wedding Baker
No wonder Prince William and Kate chose (or rather, whomever is planning The Royal Wedding chose) the Welsh National Culinary Team as one of their wedding bakers. Check out their work HERE at yahoo! Shine.
Wedding Cake Gallery
This trio of Spring Wedding Cakes is just a sprinkling of the sweet inspiration found in the cake gallery at Perfect Wedding Day! With themes ranging from modern to retro to whimsical, there’s sure to be something … Read More...
Parisian Hotel-Inspired Guest Bathroom
Need a little inspiration? Or maybe you’re just like me… You know your bathroom will never look like this, but it’s totally fun to look anyway. House Beautiful takes you through this stunning bathroom which boasts “an antique chandelier, a … Read More...
Video: Power of Paint, Walls are Dancing
This made me smile today. See how walls as a blank canvas, different colors of paint, and a creative video editor can make the walls dance. Oh, the power of paint! Video via You Tube
BE Con 2011 at Bullseye
I can only go to one conference this year. And BE CON is the one. It’s Bullseyes’ conference that happens every other year. This conference’s theme is Crossover: A Material Exchange. It takes place from June 16-18, in Portland and … Read More...
May Arts Ribbon Winner!
The response to this giveaway has been phenomenal! Thanks so much to all the entrants for their participation and great comments! The winner was chosen using a random number generator. I’m pleased to announce that the winner of 5 spools … Read More...
Ta Dah!: Flower Pillow
Lily from Block-A-Day made this gorgeous flower pillow to dress up an armchair. She did some needlework on a wool center, surrounded it with leaves and completed it with a soft, sweet patchwork border. Visit her post A Flower for … Read More...
{Spring Weddings} Bold Colors!
bespoke zine
bespoke* is a Quarterly Australian Zine made by the handmade community, for the handmade community.
Issue 2 is out now!
You can get it in print or digital format.
New Yarn – Knit Picks Aloft
Aloft is Knit Picks new yarn. 75% Super Soft Kid Mohair and 25% Silk.
I made a neck warmer out of this yarn. Very soft, totally scrumptious, lace weight yarn. Very nice to knit with also. It’s a bit scratchy … Read More...
DIY Felted nest and eggs “Edds for Mama Robin bird!”
These special felted nest and eggs is a welcome first sign of spring when the birds begin to nest. What a divine decoration to have for the spring and Easter décor. The complete pattern and pictorial tutorial is on a … Read More...
Wedding Book Invitations
Prepare to be amazed by the creativity, thoughtfulness, and sheer ambition of the bride and groom who created these incredible invitations for their wedding! I discovered this post about them on Polka Dot Bride, and couldn’t wait to share … Read More...
Superhero Birthday Party
And the next party, on a totally different note: a Superhero Birthday! Check out all the details HERE at 3 Sweet P’s, including links to free downloads and templates. Zap, Wham, Pow, whatta great party.
Boy Scout Cake
How awesome is this cake. I might have to find a way to get my daughter into the boy scouts so I can have a cake like this. Find it HERE at Gluesticks. {spotted by Amanda}
How to Host a Party for Boys
Because they tend to get ignored when it comes to setting up food tables. Not so at D.I.Y. Louisville. Find tips on creating a more macho buffet HERE.