Today’s etsy shop feature is Ink of Me by Preston Dean. I love the map inspired prints he creates! Here’s more about Ink of Me:
We sell Word Maps, Typographical Posters, and Stencil Portrait Prints.
I am an architect with … Read More...
Combining Polymer Clay and Science
Outside of my art and craft world – which occupies a lot of my life, I admit – I have a technical background and an interest in things science-y. It is definitely one of the reasons that polymer clay appeals … Read More...
Healthy Candy Corn Snack
It’s Halloween night and oh what a fright! Hope all the little goblins, princesses and super heroes have a safe and successful Halloween! And hopefully bring home some of Mom and Dads favorite candy too!
Here is a great snack … Read More...
How to make a fairy twig crown
If you are in need of a last minute Halloween costume simply go outside and gather up some sticks and twigs then pop on over to the link Nikki sent in to the blog Tikkido for the easy tutorial on… Read More...
Knit a Stocking for Your Christmas Dinner Utensils
It all started with a pin. I don’t even know where the original pin came from for sure (though I found the image at Mommy Despot) and I know I have pinned somewhere but I can’t even find the … Read More...
8 Cold Weather Knitting Patterns
As the temperature drops and the days get shorter, it’s important to have warm and cozy clothing to keep you comfortable. That’s why we’ve put together a collection of the top 8 cold weather knitting patterns to help you … Read More...
Drop Cloth Pumpkin Tutorial
The end of Halloween does not mean the end of pumpkins. Pumpkins are very popular during the Thanksgiving holiday. Deborah of “Green Willow Pond” has created the most adorable drop cloth pumpkin so naturally pretty with the aged firewood stem … Read More...
Strawberry Ghosts
Do you have friends come over before the kids go out trick-or-treating? Here is a cute treat that you can enjoy before heading out.
You really can’t go wrong with chocolate covered strawberries. You need white chocolate, strawberries and mini … Read More...
Style Me Quick – Bohemian Boho Gypsy Hairstyle
I am still on a Bohemian style trend so when I came across this fab tutorial by freckled-fox.com I just had to share. I love the length of her hair it’s beautiful and I can hear the folk bands playing … Read More...
DIY – Altered Spoon Pendants
If you are trying to create an eclectic look or use up the odds and ends in your supply drawer this style of Spoon pendant is original and quirky. Layer beads, chains and oddments to create a truly original piece … Read More...
Clothespin Dinosaur Craft
Do you know a little dinosaur fan? This craft might be just up their ally! Amanda, from Crafts by Amanda, decided to use clothespins
to make the fun dinosaurs because they make perfect chomping jaws. Using felt, along with the … Read More...
Last Minute Halloween Donuts, Plus a Great Hallmark Coupon
Even if you put off party planning till the last minute, these adorable monster donuts are easy to pull off. Just stick plastic vampire fangs into plain cake donuts and accent with black candy eyes and red gel frosting. You … Read More...
Tutorial: Quilted Wrap-and-Go Casserole Carrier
Sew4Home shares a tutorial for making their Quilted Wrap-and-Go Casserole Carrier. The insulated carrier wraps around a casserole dish to keep it warm. Handles on the outside make for easy carrying. They give dimensions that will fit a 9″ x … Read More...
Tutorial: Faux fur vest
Shauna from Shwin & Shwin shares a tutorial showing how you can make a faux fur vest. A faux fur vest adds drama (and warmth) to a fall or winter outfit, and they’re actually quite easy to sew. She made … Read More...
Review – Silhouette Portrait
I received a Silhouette Portrait
for review and today I wanted to tell guys what I thought about it! First, what is it? A Silhouette Portrait is one of the many electronic die cutting machines currently available. It’s made by … Read More...
Project: Poe Collage
Happy Halloween! This is my favorite holiday, I love making art and cards and decorating for Halloween!
Drop on over to my own personal blog, P is for Paper and I’ll give you details on how I made this collage … Read More...
Tutorial | Halloween Bat Brad & Thread Art
Happy Halloween! Wait, should that be Scary Halloween? Here’s one last idea for you today. The original tutorial at The Things She Makes shows how to make this as home decor, but I think this would be a great embellishment … Read More...
Halloween Tic Tac Toe
Here’s a last minute fun project for kids or family. The clay is simple sculpting and suitable for children.
You could make this a fridge tic tac toe game by adding magnets to the bases of the pumpkins and ghosts.
Poison Toffee Apples
Snow White would not have tried the poison apple if it looked like this. These would definitely fit in well with a Nightmare before Christmas theme though.
You may have all the ingredients all ready in your pantry. You need … Read More...
Tutorial: Vintage comb holder and cosmetic case
This vintage pattern shows how you can make a comb holder and matching cosmetic case. It was originally published in a 1954 Workbasket Magazine, but you can download it for free at the Pattern Patter blog. The pattern comes courtesy … Read More...