It’s called “Do You Mind If I Knit” and it’s written by Vanessa Caban. What first drew me to this blog was the colorful project she’s in the middle of. I think it’s a knitted dress, and I can’t wait … Read More...
Soccupied Is Here!!
Interweave brings us their very own E-Mag! First there was quilting, and now there’s socks.
This issue contains patterns by Cookie A, Ann Budd and Debbie O’Neill.Cookie A gives us ideas for inspiration, Heather Ordover tells us what to do … Read More...
Monday Mosaic: Back-to-School
Technique: Blasted Stickles
I love Stickles glitter glue, I use it ALL the time but I would never have thought to use them like this! Check out this cool tutorial on the Ink Stains blog to learn how to use canned air to … Read More...
Bennington Handmade Soap
Want a sweet treat WITHOUT the calories? If so, check out the handmade cupcake soaps from Bennington Handmade Soap! According to Sue Bennett, the cupcake, cream, roses and leaves are made entirely from soap using the traditional cold process … Read More...
Chandelier Makeover
It’s hard to believe that this pretty chandelier was once an outdated thrift store rescue. From brassy and dated to chic and girly, this chandelier has taken on new life.
See the chandelier makeover at A Little of This, A … Read More...
Modern Spectrum Mobile
Planning a party, wedding, baby shower, or any other celebration that needs something different and fun? Try these beautifully simple modern spectrum mobiles from Project Wedding. These are made from vellum and you can pick and choose any color theme, … Read More...
DIY Mittens from (Accidentally) Felted Wool Sweater
Last year I posted a mitten pattern made from wool felted sweaters and I think this is a simpler pattern from D is for delicate posted by Danielle. To make this mittens set, Danielle use BurdaStyle’s free Felted Wool … Read More...
Selvage asterisk block
This asterisk block from Selvage Blog’s sidebar is made from sewing down selvage strips. Karen has a tutorial for the more common pieced approach on her blog. But for this block a one line caption will get you started. Visit … Read More...
DIY Button Necklace Round Up
1: Nikki in Stitches shares this Video tutorial for making a button necklace.
2: Craftbits.com Vintage button necklace tutorial.
3: Handmade Portland has a tutorial for Susan Beal Buttons.
4: YellowBlackBird has this beautiful piece.
5: CraftWerk has a rustic … Read More...
Baby clothes Quilt-Along
If you have a bag or two of your child’s baby clothes you cannot bring yourself to part with you might consider making a quilt from them. That’s what Bethany over at Vermillion Rules did for her first child Zak. … Read More...
Driftwood City
Summer is almost over, so this is a great time to collect those crafting supplies that nature is done with. Time to collect acorns, discarded bark, and yes, some driftwood. The other day I featured the amazing life sized Driftwood … Read More...
Vintage Window Transformation
I recently discovered a blog called Brambleberry Cottage. The photos in the blog header alone captured my attention. When I saw the transformation this 100-year old window took I knew I had to share it with you all.
Visit Brambleberry … Read More...
Glass Cutting Pointers…from Paragon
Over at the web site glasscommunity.com I found an article on improving your glass cutting skills that I thought would be of interest to a number of the glass enthusiasts here. This is something that is helpful to fusers. mosaic … Read More...
Bagged Lobster…
This Lobster Kids Craft was too cute to pass up. There is no tutorial, but you can get great inspiration from her picture! Visit Craftalicious for even more ideas! My daughter has been begging me to do a Crab Craft….this … Read More...
Tutorial Project: Stamped Tent Card
(image by Beate Johns and SCS)
Click here for another wonderful step by step project tutorial and video from Beate Johns for Splitcoast Stampers. This time she’ll share with you how to make an adorable tent card.
-Heather
Shisha: Beyond mirrors
Rachel of Cornflower Blue says, “I learned a new embroidery technique. What do you think?” I think Rachel used shisha embroidery to attach coins to fabric. And I think you rock, Rachel! See more views on Rachel’s blog post… Read More...
Inspiration: Gerdiary
I love this mixed-media work by Gerdiary. Old book pages, frayed fabrics, hand and machine stitching, bird illustrations from a thrifted book. *happy sigh* See the set of six pieces on Gerdiary’s blog post.
Cuisine Art
Michelle over at That Mommy Blog made this rustic sign for her kitchen. Signs are very popular these days, just look at the aisles at Hobby Lobby stocked full! Michelle was inspired by those Hobby Lobby signs, and I totally … Read More...
Sara Ebert Salvation Felt Stool and Light
Sara has the stylish idea of taking old wool sweaters, felting them and turning them into fashionable stools and lights. What a stunning and clever addition to any room or office. The Salvation Stool reinvigorates discarded and unwanted wool sweaters … Read More...