I live in the Bay Area, Alameda County to be exact. TheSt Vincent DePaul here has a lovely Artist in Residence program that YOU can apply for today!
You get a fully equiped studio and access to their massive warehouse … Read More...
How to Make a Candy Portrait Last
Perhaps you’ve seen the work of Andrew Salomone? Like here for example? Check out his guest post on MAKE on how-to create and preserve candy portraits. Wow. He even captured Liz Lemon, I mean Tina Fey, glaring and … Read More...
Last Hours of the 35% Off Sale at Maryland Mosaics
It ends at midnight Wednesday, November 10th. It’s the last sale of the year over at Maryland Mosaics. There are a few limitations on what’s for sale but I’m sure you can find something to satisfy your mosaic needs. … Read More...
Inspiration: Candace Kling
Peek through Susan Elliott‘s camera lens at an amazing ribbon-flower workshop led by master Candace Kling. See the post.
Inspiration: Candice Hicks
I’m in love with Candice Hicks‘ composition books. The Textile Arts Center blog says,
… Read More...Common Threads is a series of ten hand-sewn, hand-embroidered soft books, mimicking the very nostalgic “Composition” books of the typical American childhood. The threads create
Kid’s Thanksgiving Table
I know, I know, I posted a whooooole spread on the Kid’s Thanksgiving Table yesterday. Before I spotted this gem at Poca Cosas. Every detail of this Thanksgiving table for kids from Fiskars is so ridiculously charming and … Read More...
Creating a space for sewing
Lily from Block-A-Day shares how she created a quiet place for sewing in her home. She says having it all on the kitchen table was too much chaos. Read more, visit a wee space for me.
DIY Modern Art Plates
Inspired by an expensive Marimekko Plates display, these adorable plates are made by kids! That’s right, simply get some dollar store plates and some paint markers and you are ready to go. Get the full instructions for this kid friendly … Read More...
Jess stitches data
This combo of geekiness and stitchy skill by Jessica of bren & jess gives me shivers of delight. She says,
… Read More...I used the data on this page, of compound interest on $1 at 3% – 8%, to create the stitch
Shadow work in cotton and silk
Zeshuregi of Creative Mind is experimenting with adding shadow work to a shirt. She says,
… Read More...The fabric was plain cotton & i use cotton & silk threads of red & blue color for embroidery..The stitches are stem stitch & shadow
Holiday Craft: Felt stockings & Felt Holly Garland DIY
Check out two wonderful holiday crafting ideas from Women’s Day. With these two complete tutorials and templates you will have the mantel decorated in a flash. You can choice any colors that fit your décor and surprise your family … Read More...
It’s a Faux-saw
I love it when proud wives/girlfriends send in projects that their men make. The girlies post their man’s craftiness on their blogs or send in a link to their Etsy shop. Too cute ladies! Well the proud wifey of Mr. … Read More...
Food Trucks for Weddings?
A new trend? What do you think of food trucks for weddings? According to United with Love, this is a thing in my own town of Washington DC. Had I married here instead of Vegas, I think I’d have considered … Read More...
Party Monday: Thanksgiving Kids Table
1. games. A balloon boat race from One Charming Party.
2. centerpiece. Craft a Native American family from BH and G.
3. table decor. Find a printable Thanksgiving party pack from etsy shop Frog Prince … Read More...
Make Easy Felt Ornaments for Christmas
Better Homes & Garden is showing amazing ideas on how to make 22 Easy Felt Ornaments for Christmas! I love them all! These look like projects that could use up spare pieces of left over felt. Why not try some … Read More...
Tutorial: Quilted pot holder
Margaret from Konstant Kaos shares how to make this crafty quilted potholder. She starts by fussy cutting the center fabric piece. Next she wraps it with borders, makes a quilt sandwich, and stitches it to finish. Think holiday gifts you … Read More...
Brush Your Teeth Bathroom Sign
Need a cool idea for decorating your bathroom? How about an inventive reminder for kids to brush their teeth? I love the idea of this sign, and the style, rustic and aged, perfect for my decor!
You’ll definitely want to … Read More...
Rare Opal Irids from Bullseye
Iridescent Opal glass from Bullseye doesn’t come around often but it’s available now while supplies last. They sound so beautiful. I think irrid glass is so lovely to use and to be able to get it in turquoise or green … Read More...
Wear Your Food
Check out this slideshow of models wearing their food cravings from photographer Ted Sabarese. Shown are bread, artichoke hearts and waffles. The wearable edibles are featured HERE at Shine, and see a behind-the-scenes video HERE.
Great idea: Embroidered gift tags
Anja Rieger made these cute little piggy angels from one of her original designs, machine embroidered on felt. Why does she need such a huge herd of swine? She intends to use them as gift tags. Brilliant! See more on … Read More...