Helena lives in Vallentuna, Sweden and hosts “craft and creativity” and her posts are in English and Swedish. She has a glam “felt meringues” for us to make with a complete tutorial and pattern template. These are so delicate and … Read More...
Wedding Date Countdown Tutorial
A Creative Princess submitted her idea for a wedding date countdown, and I couldn’t wait to share it with you! I think it’s such a lovely and thoughtful gift idea for the engaged couple. Get the instructions to make one … Read More...
Showcase: Tea Party Cake
Like the great food minis from yesterday here’s Bethany’s fabulous cake for her daughter. The sweet tablecloth is fondant but the super cute tea party decorations are clay, making for playability for her daughter. What a great idea!
Birthday rush … Read More...
Flexible Felt Bracelets instructions
Arlene “Arlenesfelt” has the most spectacular “Flexible Felt Bracelets” and she did offer instructions below because her fans wanted to know how to make them. These bracelets are so fabulous in there jewel tone colors and I am going to … Read More...
DIY Felt Stick Horses
How beyond adorable are these “DIY Felt Stick Horses”? Get over to “Lia Griffith” where she has an outstanding pictorial tutorial for us. This is the perfect time to start projects such as these for spring. These make amazing gifts … Read More...
Layered Felt Earring DIY
Amanda of “Joy Ever After” has the cutest “Layered Felt Earring DIY” they are easy and inexpensive you can make a pair for every outfit and holiday. You can make different shapes and colors and have fun. You can buy … Read More...
Diy Spring Pin Cushions
Angelina of “JoJo & Eloise” has these lovley “spring Pin Cushions” that make us feel good with their pastel colors. These would make nice Easter gifts or just a welcome spring token. I am thinking of a baby shower, but … Read More...
Tasty Treats in Miniature
Oh some of my favourite treats done up in teeny tiny no-cal versions. The little pears in particular have such a pretty syrup effect. For the clay version, I’d use liquid Kato and alcohol inks making sure to hit it … Read More...
DIY for: felt flower clips
Pilgrim of “draw pilgrim” Has a tutorial and downloadable pattern for the flower. Think of wearing these beauties on St, Patrick’s Day. You can change out you shoes year round. Put one on a purse or hat and brighten … Read More...
Ninja Appliqué Tee
Over at “Boy Oh Boy Oh Boy Crafts” Stacey created this all boy “Ninja Appliqué Tee” that is easy and will be a favorite tee for your kids. Stacey is an elementary school teacher on an extended sabbatical and the … Read More...
Tutorial: Plus quilt by Jessica
Jessica Kelly of SewCraftyJess shares how she created her Plus quilt top. Jessica explains she did not use a pattern even though they are plentiful for this popular design. She came up with her own measurements, cutting and layout. You … Read More...
Joe Cariati Glass – Los Angeles Glass Blower
I’m looking at having glass blowing going in my studio by the end of this week. I didn’t care too much about glass blowing until recently. Blame my friend Zoe for getting me caught up in the romance and excitement … Read More...
St. Patrick’s Day Wreath DIY
Morgan of “The Handcrafted Life” is sharing her stunning “St. Patrick’s Day Wreath DIY” with us with a complete tutorial. The colors are so bright and spring like and here is hope this is under all the snow this winter, … Read More...
{Project} ~ Rosette Bib Necklace DIY
Sarah of “Pattern Runway” has this stunning “Rosette Bib Necklace” with a complete pictorial for us to follow. For some reason it made me think that spring and summer will be here one day and this would look smashing … Read More...
Finishing Workshop: Keeping Track of UFOs
This is probably something I should have mentioned back when we were talking about unfinished project triage, but I only just thought of it today while I was cleaning up some projects that had landed on my dresser.
When you’ve … Read More...
Indoor Swing Tutorial
Indoor or not, this is a great tutorial on making an inexpensive therapeutic swing. Especially if you live in a rental place.
Get details on this swing, which has a really wide base, with lots of easy to follow photographs … Read More...
How-To: Make a Potluck Dish Cozy from an Old Sweater
Diane of “Make” got this idea from her Mom when she would bring a hot dish to a potluck, she usually wraps it in old towels so it stayed warm during the tripe. Diane refashioned mom’s idea into a “Potluck … Read More...
Candle Luminary With Valentine’s Day Flowers
Wondering what to with the flowers and candles that you received for Valentine’s Day?
Combine them to turn them into a beautiful luminary. Craftbits.com has a great article that shows you how.
Get full details here: Post Valentine’s Day Candle … Read More...
Tutorial: Lattice Love Quilt
Kirsty of Bonjour Quilts made this beauty to celebrate the arrival of a new nephew. The shade of blue – she calls it Tiffany – coupled with the white lattice makes for a modern quilt baby is sure to love … Read More...
St. Patrick’s Day Felt Wreath
Missy of “Missy Inspired” has a lovely “St. Patrick’s Day Wreath” in pretty shades of green felt. She has an excellent pictorial with step-by-step instructions for us to follow. I started my St. Patrick’s Day decorating today with 16 … Read More...