Do you have stamp design in mind but can’t find one on the market? Why not try your hand at carving your own stamps? Craft Foxes has a great step by step tutorial for using print blocks and carving tools… Read More...
Feature: Recycled Jewelry Designer Josh Wagner
Now most people when they make recycled watch part jewelry us vintage gears and parts, I love the fresh modern look of Josh Wagner’s work since he uses 60’s and 70’s style watch parts.
Looking for jewelry-making supplies? Check out … Read More...
Cupcake Sandwiches
Or Red Velvet Whoopie Pies. Or cupcake sandwiches. Or whatever you want to call them, but they look delicious and I want a zillion right now. Make red velvet whoopie pies with Valentines-y sprinkles HERE at Bird on a Cake… Read More...
I’m going to QuiltCon! Squeeee!!!
Who’s going to QuiltCon in Austin?
I know one person who will be.
ME!!!
And I know another person who’ll be there. Scarlett Burroughs, our Quilting editor, is going to be my road trip buddy. She’s one of my … Read More...
A Story about Men Knitting That’s Not Hysterical
Most stories about men knitting are what we called in journalism school “hey, Martha” stories. (As in, hey, Martha, take a look at this funny story!) They expect readers to be shocked, … Read More...
{Tinkered Treasures} Book Review & Giveaway!
If you’re dreaming of a magical wedding day filled with vintage charm and sweet surprises, be sure to grab a copy of Tinkered Treasures by Elyse Major! This lovely book is brimming over with ideas including more than 35 … Read More...
How to Make Plantable Seed Paper
Have you ever made plantable paper filled with seeds? It’s actually quite easy, fun for adults and for kids, and looks really natural and charming as well. Head over to Home Made Simple for a quick tutorial on how it’s … Read More...
Strawberry Heart Cheesecake Bites
Everything is coming up hearts these days, even mini cheesecake bites with–duh, so smart!–strawberry hearts. I’m thinking of a jillion other treats you could dress up with strawberry hearts, too. Find the recipe and how-tos for strawberry heart mini cheesecake … Read More...
Easy Decorated Heart Cookies for Valentine’s Day
I’m totally stuck on this one-consistency-of-icing chaos-is-better-than-order method of cookie decorating now. It’s just plain easier. And looks wackadoodle. Find the how-tos to make these at my other blog, HERE at the decorated cookie.
Freebie: Valentine Digital Stamp
Under the Apricot Tree has this totally adorable Valentine’s Day digital stamp to download for free, click here to get it.
-Heather
Looking for more digital stamps and SVG files? We love using the Design bundle to download … Read More...
Fancy Mustache Necklaces
Mustache themed jewelry, accessories and clothing entered the fashion scene last year, becoming popular among teens and young adults. On her blog “The Journey of a Super Mom,” Jolene Lew shows us her idea of turning ordinary mustache … Read More...
Lookie what she made: Upcycled denim wrist cuff
Jolene from The Journey of a Supermom shows the upcycled denim wrist cuffs she made. These are sooo awesome!! She used the zipper and button to make the cuffs. This is often a part of jeans that become scrap when … Read More...
Rose Cake Pop Tutorial
Nope, not real roses, and yep, there are cake pops under there. What a gorgeous and lovely and–gotta say it–sweet alternative to a bouquet of the inedible kind for Valentine’s Day. Find the tutorial to make your own HERE at … Read More...
Tutorial: Pom pom heart pillow
Mandy from Sugar Bee Crafts guest blogs at Go To Sewing with a tutorial showing how to make a pom pom heart pillow. It would make a fun addition to Valentine’s decor. And since hearts aren’t limited to February, you … Read More...
Tutorial: Child’s bow beret
Angelina from Jo Jo & Eloise shows how to make a child’s beret embellished with a big bow. She traced around a stockpot to get the big circle that is used to make the body of the hat. Go to … Read More...
Tutorial | Stitched Heart Tags for Valentine’s Day
This tutorial for stitched heart tags from Live, Laugh, Rowe, will help you to add a homemade touch to your Valentine’s Day gifts. Or use them as embellishments on a scrapbook page or mini album. Click here to see more.… Read More...
Tutorial | Garden Planner from Punk Projects
It’s still cold outside in the Northern hemisphere but Punxsutawney Phil said we’ll have an early Spring so this DIY from Katie at Punk Projects is timely. Use her instructions to create a custom planner for your annual garden. Click … Read More...
Etsy Shop of the Week – EllieMarieDesigns
This week’s featured shop is EllieMarieDesigns. EllieMarieDesigns sells cute paper craft items, like gift tags, mini-scrapbooks, and cards, as well as supplies for other paper crafters to use. These Valentines gift tags are timely and sweet. And the hearts … Read More...
Upcycling pencils with Washi tape
Maybe if your pencils are pretty you will want to do your homework? Or sketch more? Pop on over to the blog Punk Projects to see how to make washi tape covered pencils.
Looking for fun washi tape for … Read More...
Tutorial: Sew a wrap bracelet
Caroline from Sew Caroline guest blogs at Kojo Designs with a tutorial showing how to make a long skinny wrap bracelet. You won’t need any jewelry making supplies for this – just some fabric, your sewing machine, and a snap … Read More...