Find a roundup of food bloggers’ favorite recipes for Mother’s Day HERE at Cafe Mom’s blog, the Stir. You may just notice my ice box cake. You’ll also find polenta crust pizza from Kitchen Corners, strawberry basil … Read More...
Edible Topiary
I’ve been seeing more and more goodies with Donut holes lately, it’s making me want to go buy a box and start crafting. Learn to make an edible topiary for Mother’s Day from donut holes, Rice Krispie treats and frosting … Read More...
Pineapple Flower Cupcakes
I just so happened to exchange emails this morning with Jen of Beantown Baker on a matter having nothing to do with pineapples (if you can believe one can have a conversation without talk of pineapples). And so I just … Read More...
Tutorial: Use novelty fabrics to make a concentration game
Novelty fabrics are so much fun to collect, but can be difficult to use in projects. You can use the images as appliques, but you’ll have LOTS of images left over. Here’s another idea: use the images from novelty fabrics … Read More...
Tutorial: Faux chenille capri jeans
Carmen from RoCa and Company shows how she turned two pairs of old jeans into one pair of capri jeans with fabulous faux chenille texture on the legs. Brilliant! And sooo cute! This would also be a great way to … Read More...
Tutorial: Making Layered Tags
Sandy Ang shares the process she used for making these layered tags using products from Pink Paislee and Crate Paper. Click here to go to the tutorial.
Free charts: Bookmarks
We’ve chosen the best hand-embroidery patterns for you to attempt this week! We offer something for everyone, whether you’re a novice or a seasoned veteran. Our free cross-stitch patterns range from simple cross-stitch patterns to more complex floral and animal … Read More...
Video tutorial: Foldover elastic
I’m a little nervous posting this. It’s my very-first-ever-video-tutorial-grand-debut. But it’s about foldover elastic and you guys know how much I love me some foldover! I use it in my Peek-A-Boo Shoulder shirts, in my Slouchy Shirts, on … Read More...
Mother’s Day Pendants
I have honestly never wondered what I could do with the ends of those crescent roll containers…but now I know that there is something that can be done! zakka life has a wonderful Mother’s Day craft project that uses those … Read More...
Polka Dot Cake
Whatta great idea to decorate a cake: colorful meringue kisses. Learn to make this cake HERE at Ladies Home Journal.
DIY Dinner Parties
Find a roundup of ideas for hosting a hands-on, guests cook (or at least assemble) dinner party HERE at the kitchn, such as sliders, a burrito bar and sushi.
How to recycle an old suitcase into a picnic basket
Sibylie sent in a link to her blog Funky Time where she posted a wonderful tutorial on how to turn an old suitcase into a cute picnic basket. Who wouldn’t love dining alfresco using the pretty bits included in … Read More...
Angry Birds Cake Balls
OK, so I really should start playing Angry Birds. I’ve been seeing so many cute foods paying homage to these scowling creatures lately. Check out these Angry Birds cake balls HERE on Terri’s Treasures facebook page.
T-Shirt Yarn
Yeah, I know, I’ve written about this before, but I found a great site, with lots of links for you to check out. Finally it clicked for me, all the different things I could do with my old cruddy, barn … Read More...
Tutorial: Photo frame flower pot wrap
Erica from B is for Boy! shows how to make a flower pot wrap with a frame to hold a favorite photo. The wrap is made from a fabric print with a clear vinyl window to display a photo. This … Read More...
1940s “Swing” Dress Pattern Sense & Sensibility Patterns
Sense & Sensibility Patterns has some lovely dress patterns available. This 40’s swing dress is my favorite so far!
Treats for Mother’s Day
Find a roundup of 17 treats to decorate for Mother’s Day HERE at Family Fun, including these rose basket cupcakes and slipper cookies.
Rice Krispie Birthday Cake
This darling cake feels very familiar to me, and it’s certainly possible that–after 2 1/2 years writing this blog–I’m starting to repeat myself. (starting?) Nevertheless, I think it deserves a second go ’round if it did have a first. Learn … Read More...
Tutorial: Embellish tea towels with ribbon and fabric
Sew4Home shows how to embellish tea towels with ribbon and fabric. The simple addition takes a plain towel and makes it special. Choose colors and patterns that match your kitchen for perfectly coordinating accessories. Get the how-to.
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