Visit Tim Holtz’s blog and learn some cool techniques to do with his Tissue Tape, including inking and a video on how to make this pretty flower embellishment.
-Heather
Candyland Birthday Party
Find a collection of ideas for favors, decor and food for a Candyland themed birthday party HERE at Parents. My favorite is this cake. (You must register at Parents.com to view recipes, but registration is free.)
Tutorial: Sewing case with removable pouches
Linda from Buzzing and Bumbling shows how she made this pretty and practical roll-up travel case to hold quilting supplies on the go. The pouches are detachable, so you only take out what you need right then. Brilliant! Get the … Read More...
Tutorial: Reversible tote from a button down shirt
Suzie from Su Sews So-So shows how to make a reversible tote bag out of a button down shirt. The button placket gets repurposed as an embellishment around the top of the bag. On the inside, she uses one of … Read More...
Mix and Match Cake Toppings
Find a roundup of ideas for topping cakes–sprinkles and marshmallows and candy and nuts and such–HERE at Real Simple.
Tutorial: Kid’s Draughtsman’s Pouch art tote
Teresa from My Patchwork shows how to make her Kid’s Draughtsman’s Pouch. The small tote has pockets on the outside for crayons or art pencils, and opens up to show pockets for notebooks and journals. I’m loving the ruffled handles … Read More...
Tutorial: Fabric postcards
This is an older post, but still worthy. In it Becky from Patchwork Posse teaches how to make fabric postcards from choosing stiffener to finishing. For quilters, postcards are a perfect way to use up scraps. Get the tute.
Free needlepoint charts
Handmade Wedding Ideas
Anne Burton shares a wealth of wonderful ideas for a handmade wedding on the Handmadeology blog! A hand painted aisle runner, centerpieces that double as gifts, and unique seating cards are just a few of the custom details Anne shares … Read More...
Mother’s Day Mason Jar Vase
If you have any mason jars lying around your house, this is the perfect use for them! I love the use of paint on the inside, and the handprint on the outside….so beautiful in a child-like simple way. Is it … Read More...
Mother’s Day Sun Catcher
How cute is this Mother’s Day Sun Catcher? The Chocolate Muffin Tree has the directions for how to use a nature collage as the inside of this beautiful heart. Enjoy moms!
Tutorial: Halter Neck Heidi Top
Janine from Heidi in Lederhosen shows how to make her Halter Neck Heidi Top. The body of the shirt is made from a stretch knit for an easy figure-hugging fit, while the ties and straps are made from a contrast-y … Read More...
Coloring contest at Urban Threads
Urban Threads is having a rockin contest. The UT e-newsletter says,
… Read More...Did we mention it’s our birthday? We did? Good. We’re kicking off the festivities with this new free Maiden Monarch design — and a coloring contest to go with
Free ladybug design
Here’s a great freebie from Janet M. Davies of JMD Designs. She notes that, although she used the ladybug design for applique, it could easily be resized and used for hand embroidery. Get the free design.
Pretty French Inspired Table Redo
There are hundreds of table makeovers out there, but when I see something unique like this I just have to share it with you. I love how romantic this table looks, the stencil pattern is just beautiful. Amy over at … Read More...
Make Mother’s Day Fingerprint Candles
Aren’t these darling? Such an easy method with such adorable results. I really think these are among my favorites for Mother’s Day projects this year. Laura from Come Together Kids made these with her kids and shows you step by … Read More...
Mother’s Day Tea Sachets and Gift Box
Learn to make this lovely gift HERE at Martha Stewart.
Gustav Klimt Cupcake
I’m such a sucker for famous art translated onto sweets (really, see here). Find this Gustav Klimt cupcake in honor of Mother’s Day–and tips to make it–HERE at Sweetology.
Tutorial: Ties for little guys
Have some stash you need to burn so you can buy more quilting fabric? Well I have an idea. Make a tie for the special little boy in your life. Go to the tutorial.
Tutorial: Patchwork Scrap Map
Kate from See Kate Sew made this divine patchwork map of the US from fabric scraps. Go HERE to see how she did it.
Via Diane Gilleland at Craftzine.