Wow, three for one! This tutorial shows you how to create these adorable pincushions that will bring a smile to your face when you use them. Deborah Schlegel of “Art Threads” is generously sharing these patterns with us and I … Read More...
Cute melamine kitchen stuff
I love bright colorful melamine. That, combined with my new obsession with vintage pyrex, milk glass and Hazel Atlas glass is going to make sure my kitchen looks like a clown threw up all over it.
I think it’s pretty … Read More...
Upcycle those still working baby items with some fresh fabric
The new mom to be of the blog L. T.’s Mommy scored a still working swing that just needed a bit of cleaning and a fun and easy upholstery job to make it all fab for her little one on … Read More...
Video: Decoupage Distressed Furniture Fix
Author and artist Durwin Rice shows you how to take a damaged piece of furniture and make it new with decoupage artwork. Pay close attention to how he makes the stripes evenly spaced. I’ll definitely be using that tip in … Read More...
Inspiration: Robbie’s Paw Prints
I am awed by Robbie of Robbie’s Paw Prints. For her July Bead Journal Project piece, she used the image left-above as her inspiration and produced the bead embroidery left-below. Wow. See more on Robbie’s blog.
For the Guys
1. Deer (Felted Men Soap) by SoFino
2. Whisker Wax by scodioli
3. Organic and Vegan Shave Creme Kit by Ethically Engineered
Call for Submissions – GAS Conference 2012 Toledo, OH
This posting was taken directly from an email sent by GAS, Glass Art Society.
Call for Presentation Proposals for the Glass Art Society 2012 Toledo,
OH Conference
Celebrating the 50th Anniversary of Studio Glass “Roots” in America,
the Glass … Read More...
DIY cozying up the kitchen tutorial
I am totally in love with, and I am going to make these recycled sweater felt handle cozies created by Blair Stocker of Wise Crafter Summer 10. I bought a set of Cuisinart 77-10 – Chef’s Class Stainless 10 … Read More...
Subway Art Violin
How cool – not only is this a unique and interesting piece, it was put together to benefit a local symphony school. Subway art is awesome, and I have featured several subway art projects previously, but this violin is the … Read More...
Video Tutorial – How To Join A New Ball Of Yarn
[youtube 0k4fh3OPD4M] Courtesy of Jimmy Beans Wool. Enjoy!
Urban art by Jae Jarrell
You must check out Jae Jarrell’s Urban Wall Suit over at Black Threads. Love, love, love it.
[tags]Urban Wall Suit, patchwork, art, black history, Afro-centric garments, sewing[/tags]
Tutorial: Stamped Fabric Flowers
(image by Whiff of Joy and Gio)
Isn’t this craft room door hanger simply wonderful!? Visit the Whiff of Joy blog and learn how to make the flowers shown using fabric, stamps and buttons, click here for tutorial.
-Heather
Party Monday: Butterflies
Just when you were getting used to Recipe Tuesday, I go and throw another new feature at you: Party Monday. Every Monday I’ll collect party ideas from party geniuses around the web and gather them in an inspiration board. … Read More...
Rub a dub dub, Havin’ fun in the tub!
1. Super Hero Ducky Soap by Naked Garden
2. Free the Red Alien Monster Soap from the Spaceship by Cosmic Clean Body
3. Sweet Fix Fudge Soaps by Mama Made USA
4. Matchbox Car Soap Set by Connie’s Beauty Boutique… Read More...
Apple Decor
Yes, I do have back to school in mind… Find a roundup of ideas for apples at parties HERE at Frost Me!, such as these apple stands.
[tags]apples, parties[/tags]
Make Your Own Creamware
Madigan Made has a wonder post on how to create your own creamware. Creamware can be pretty pricey, but if you follow Madigan’s instructions and shop at the thrift stores, you can have your own wall of lovely creamware.
See … Read More...
Laundry Sign: Check Your Pockets
Maryann from Domestically Speaking took an old side table door and turned it into this fabulous sign to dress up her laundry room.
Get a little inspiration from Maryann’s fun laundry room sign.
PB Inspired Cubby Organizer
You already know how much I love PB inspired projects. This beautiful cubby is no exception. I just love what Ali from Honey & Maple Syrup did with this.
Visit Ali to see the inspirational PB piece as well … Read More...
Hand applique Nikki’s way
Nikki from Nikki in Stitches shares some secrets to her success in hand applique. For starters, she talks about choosing the right scissors and thread. It’s a humorous post, and if nothing else, check out Tip #5 for a must-have … Read More...
Halftime Snacks
Football season is a-comin’. Find inspiration for putting together a halftime snacks table HERE at Thoughtfully Simple.
[tags]snacks, table, buffet, parties, football[/tags]