And speaking of seasons… we’re right in the heart of Spring here in DC. I’m not sure how much longer the cherry blossoms will be around, but the tulips are here to stay. Make so-clever, easy tulip cupcakes from jelly … Read More...
Fruit Candy Decorations
Aahh, summer is near, and all its bounty of fresh fruits, like cherries and strawberries. Though I wish the cherries in real life were as disco as these sparkly candy decorations. Find the how-tos to make cherry and strawberry candy … Read More...
Sewing Pattern: Cuffs for shorts or pants
Jessica from The Sewing Rabbit shares a tutorial over at Craftaholics Anonymous showing how to modify a pants or shorts pattern to add cuffs to the hem. Go to her tutorial.
[photo from The Sewing Rabbit on Craftaholics Anonymous] Looking … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Upcycle old t-shirts into fabric trays
Jenelle from TrashN2Tees shares a tutorial over at Pellon Projects showing how you can turn your old t-shirts (and other garments) into fabric trays. Fusible fleece between the layers gives it body. Get the tute.
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Tutorial: Paper Quilled Flower
Elaine, our lucky winner of the Epic 6 die cutting machine giveaway from a while back has posted a lovely card she made using a pretty letterpress design along with a quilled paper flower. She shares how to make the … Read More...
Tetris Cookies are Seriously Awesome
Oh my goodness, I was AWESOME at Tetris on my Gameboy. Seriously awesome. And seriously addicted. I distinctly remember getting upwards of 300,000 some points (which is seriously awesome). But enough about me and my seriously awesome Tetris skills. How … Read More...
Enchanted Magical Unicorn – Party Ideas
Unicorns are the magical fairy of the animal kingdom and if your little girl or little boy loves animals then consider turning a common fairy party into a magical Unicorn party.
1 A magical horse makeover by Taraswain Photography
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Etsy Shop of the Week – Knob Creek Metal Arts
This week’s featured shop is Knob Creek Metal Arts. Knob Creek Metal Arts is a shop that specializes in unique metal items that are fun, functional, and perfect for your home. Knob Creek works predominately with steel to create … Read More...
How to make a recycled Washi tape dispenser
Over at the blog Jilliane Designing there is a great tutorial on how to make a recycled dispenser for your washi tape.
Looking for fun washi tape for your next project? Check these out on Amazon
Polymer Clay Comfort Food
Where I live, spring hasn’t really shown up and the weather is atrocious. Which leads to a lot of comfort food being made and eaten. Here’s the miniature, polymer clay version!
1. Miniature Bread Board, 2. 1/3-1/4 scale veggie … Read More...
Handpainted Sneakers {Kid Craft}
I can’t believe how adorable these toddler painted sneakers came out! I love the idea of letting the kids have free reign of what their own shoes will look like. Perfect ‘welcome summer’ craft! You can find the info over … Read More...
Tutorial: Make a fancy coat hanger with a fabric cover
Lisa from A Spoonful of Sugar turned a humble coat hanger into something that looks pretty hanging in your closet. She created a simple fabric cover for it, and she shares a tutorial showing how. You can make one out … Read More...
Sewing Pattern: Cabana Shorts for girls
Susan from Living With Punks shares a free pattern for making girl’s cabana shorts. They come to the knees and fit loose through the legs. A ruffle around the bottom is a cute detail. The pattern is for a size … Read More...
Granola Bar Bites
It’s rare I post anything on my other blog that’s, you know, “healthy.” And not a decorated dessert. Wait, have I ever? Well, tired of snacking on pretzels and goldfish all day, I made some trail mix oat bites. Find … Read More...
Cupcake Topper Ideas
One of my new favorite places to hit for party ideas is Fiskars. Me, she who is no expert in paper crafting. But they always have the best ideas. Find how-tos to make assorted cupcake toppers HERE at Fiskars, … Read More...
Bailey’s Bear Truffles
What’s better than a cute bear truffle? A cute, drunk bear truffle. Find the recipe to make Bailey’s Bear Truffles HERE at Diamonds for Dessert.
Looking for more Bailey recipes? Check out this Baileys Irish … Read More...
Free pattern: Little kid superhero cape
Sherri from Thread Riding Hood shares a free pattern for making a little kid superhero dress-up cape. Think of all the amazing feats little ones can accomplish in their play capes! The pattern comes in two sizes: 18 months – … Read More...
Tutorial: Scrap ribbon Christmas gift card holders
Heather from The Sewing Loftshows what you can do with all your left over bits of ribbon. Use a reverse applique technique to create these cute gift card holders! Go to her blog for the tute.
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Tutorial: Spring dress with high-low hem
Merrick from Merricks Art shows how she made a new spring dress for herself out of a floral silk. It’s a simple loose fitting dress with a high-low hem. The lightweight silk drapes and blouses beautifully when belted. Go to … Read More...
Tutorial: Suede bookcovers and handmade journals
Ashley from Lil Blue Boo shows how to make these cool suede bookcovers. She also shows how to make the journals that fit inside. Go to her blog for the DIY.
[photo from Lil Blue Boo]