Jennifer Hignite from Pieces of Me has this layered template available for download. The template is based on a scrapbook page by Susan Weinroth. Click here to go to the download.
Day of the Dead Sugar Skulls
A roundup of how-tos for making Day of the Dead Sugar Skulls:
Find detailed instructions and supplies HERE at MexicanSugarSkull.com.
Find more step-by-steps HERE at about.com.
Find instructions HERE at CraftyChica.com.
Find step-by-steps with photos HERE at … Read More...
Roundup: Scarecrow Treats
Garden week! Egg carton seedlings.
I declare this garden week because we finally got our one little raised bed built and filled with dirt! Yay!
I let my kid scatter poppy and carrot seeds in designated areas and then we set about filling up our … Read More...
DIY: Graphic Glycerin Soaps
As guest blogger on Elsie Flannigan’s blog, Sarah Rhodes shares a tutorial for creating artistic & unique graphic glycerin soaps. Learn how to create these soaps here.
Happy Halloween!!
Brains BRAINS! I hope your brains are safe today. (zombies from my personal blog)
Deviled Spider Eggs
Learn how to make these creepy crawly deviled spider eggs HERE at Shockingly Delicious. An easy last-minute idea!
Halloween Crepes
Squeezing another one in just under the wire: Halloween crepes! Check out the creepy creations HERE at Little Food Junction.
Tutorial: Mend a broken zipper
There’s nothing like a broken zipper to render a favorite hoodie useless. Laupre shows how to mend it, replacing the broken zipper with a new zipper that works. Get the tute.
[photo from Laupre]
Felted Wool Rose Wreath Tutorial
Ellen from “Creative Passage” is offering us this stunning tutorial for her Felted Wool Rose Wreath. What a lovely addition for the holidays or as a hostess gift. Visit Ellen and get step-by-step instructions on how to create this charming … Read More...
Tabletop Sign
Looking at this fabulous table you probably think that whoever made it took an old sign and used a jigsaw to cut the circle out, right? Donna from Funky Junk Interiors makes some pretty amazing things, this table is one … Read More...
Falling Leaves Art
If you have an old frame, some scrapbook paper and a hole punch, then Julie over at Less than Perfect Life of Bliss will show you how to make this adorable piece of art. This is something that even the … Read More...
Awesome Halloween Cocktails
Had to pull out the ’80s lingo for these. Find an awesome roundup of impressive Halloween cocktails HERE at the Hostess with the Mostess blog. With recipes. Shown is the Black Widow.
Tutorial: City Cowl
Anneliese from Aesthetic Nest shares a tutorial showing how to make her City Cowl. The soft fabric cowl slides over the head and scrunches aroundyour neck to keep it warm and snuggly. Go to the tutorial.
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Free charts: Cross-stitch
Flying Saucer Macarons
I’m always amazed by the clever creations at raspberri cupcakes. Flying saucer macarons flown by gummi bear aliens? Brilliant.
Castle Treasury quilt pattern
I found this lovely quilt over at Magpie patterns. It’s a Lizzy House design showcasing her Castle Peeps fabric line. Get the pattern and create your own wealth. $14.95 USD
Free pattern: Pumpkin decorative placemat
Phyllis Dobbs shares a free pattern and tutorial on her blog showing how to make a cute pumpkin decorative placemat. Various sizes of buttons give the pumpkin a personality. Or, if you want to use the placemat as part of … Read More...
Slime Green Ice Cream Float
A monstrous treat to serve on Halloween. Learn how to make alien-green ice cream floats HERE at babble.
Tips: Sewing on Paper
Sewing on paper has such a wonderful look but it can be a little intimidating. If you like to give it a try for yourself you might want to first check out this helpful post with 11 tips for sewing … Read More...