Do you have a stash of cool buttons? If so, you might not have enough of any one button to finish off a garment. But, with this cool idea from Donatella, you can make fantastic use of those buttons. In … Read More...
Tutorial | Double Stamping Technique With Acrylic Inks
Check out this fantastic video from Jennifer Priest detailing a double stamping technique using Clearsnap Izink acrylic inks. I’d love to try this! That effect would work really well on scrapbook layouts too.
Inspiration du Jour | Summer Fun
Summer Fun by Ajones365
What I Loved:
- The doily background
- The color combination
- The title treatment (the clothespin and the ticket!)
Tidbits about her:
How long have you been scrapping?
I have been scrapbooking for over 15 years
Paper or … Read More...
Tutorial: Scrappy Moroccan Style Deco Stitch Tea Towels
At Sew4Home you can see how to make their Scrappy Moroccan Style Deco Stitch Tea Towels. That’s a long name, but they’re a whole lot of pretty. The linen towels are accented with strips of cotton prints and rows of … Read More...
Tutorial: No-sew fabric canvas art
Stephanie from Swoodson Says shows how you can use fabrics from your scrap bin to make cute wall art. A sewing machine seems like a pretty perfect subject for your art, but you could use any simple shape to match … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Railroad Tote
The Purl Bee shares a tutorial for making their Railroad Tote, a roomy bag made railroad denim. There is a simple elegance to the striped fabric. Or for a different look, try a bold home dec print. Finished dimensions are … Read More...
Inspiration: Don’t Leave Home Without It
As someone who lives in a rainy climate, this girl with her umbrella holds special meaning to me. It also speaks to me because my home, or more importantly those who share it with me, are always close to my … Read More...
Project: Mixed Media Book of Cards
Combining vintage images, rubber stamp, embellishments and stitching in red Ella Wilson made a beautiful mixed media book full of cards. Find out more info and see more cards over on the Somerset Place blog.
-Heather
Make Pool Party Teddy Grahams
I love cute party food, but I’m afraid that I’m all thumbs when it comes to cake, cookie, and cupcake decorating! However, I think even I could pull off these adorable pool party Teddy Graham cookies. Get the complete instructions … Read More...
Tutorial: Scrappy vinyl storage bags
Oh my goodness, is this rainbow of craft storage eye candy or what? The yummiest eye candy!! I want a set in my studio, pretty please. Vera from Negligent Style created clear vinyl bags to organize her buttons and other … Read More...
Melt in your mouth Nutella Brownies
If I could, I would lick the screen. Actually scratch that. I did lick the screen and all I got was dirt.
Oh well! These recipe is easier than you think and makes use of that wonderful ingredient that should … Read More...
Tutorial: Retro halter t-shirt refashion
Lola Nova shows how you can refashion a plain long sleeved t-shirt into this retro fabulous halter t-shirt. All of the fabric you need to make it comes from the one shirt, with very little waste. The halter ties are … Read More...
Easy Winter S’mores Dip Recipe
More s’mores! No campfire is needed!
Hungry Brownie has creatively turned this yummy campfire treat into a dessert dip. Make sure you tell the guests to be careful when dipping. The cast-iron pan
will still be hot from being in … Read More...
Vote for the Best in British Knits
Voting for the British Knitting Awards for 2014 is now open. There are 20 categories ranging from favorite yarns and companies to the best book of the year and favorite designer.
Two new categories this year are Best Brand for … Read More...
Book Review- Shooting with Soul
Today I’m reviewing a copy of Shooting with Soul by Alessandra Cave
.
About the book-
“Shooting with Soul
is glorious and beautiful book for anyone who loves to take pictures. Whether you are an aspirational photographer, artist, creative … Read More...
DIY Painted Walking Sticks
Next time you go camping with the kids, bring along some paint, brushes, and Mod Podge
or clear acrylic sealer
. Those are all the supplies you need to make your own colorful walking sticks. If you make them the … Read More...
Tutorial: Fabric flower with a sparkly rhinestone center
Remona from The Stitching Scientist shows how you can make this lovely fabric flower. Layers of folded fabric circles give it dimension, and a rhinestone center sparkles. She was able to get all of the pieces she needed to make … Read More...
Inspiration du Jour | Our Typical Summer Day
Our Typical Summer Day by Amber Kroening
What I loved:
- The sunburst background
- The bright colors
- The clothesline bunting
- The title treatment
Tidbits about Amber:
How long have you been scrapping? Off and on for about 10 years. Right now … Read More...
Winner of 2 blank sample books and 2 of the 20 Ways to Draw books
Congrats go out to Cindy M. of Greer SC. She is the winner of the 2 “bulking dummies” blank sample books and copies of 20 Ways to Draw a Butterfly and 20 Ways to Draw a Tulip.
Looking for … Read More...
3 fun recycled jar projects
We all have jars and I bet if you read this blog you keep them to use to make pretty projects. Pop on over to The Country Woman Magazine’s web site for a tutorial on how to make photo frames … Read More...
