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Berroco Yarns has been adding to its video tutorial section and recently added a video that covers some of the basic decreases commonly used in the company’s (and other people’s) patterns.
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Anyone irking you? Although it borders on a sweet gesture, this cookie and marshmallow voodoo doll might be the way to get out the aggression. Find the recipe HERE at Very Best Baking.
Some last minute snacks and lunch ideas for Halloween for ya’… anyone with power that is. I’m squeezing in a few posts before Hurricane Sandy arrives in my part of the world. Make a ghost bento HERE and classic monster … Read More...
Marjory from Peck’s Pieces shares a free pattern for making this cute pincushion shaped like a witch’s hat. Go to her blog for the pattern and tutorial.
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[photo from Peck’s Pieces]
Halloween is tomorrow, but there’s still time to pull together a last minute costume. Stef from Girl. Inspired. shows how to make a dress that Dorothy from The Wizard of Oz might have worn. It’s a blue gingham halter dress, … Read More...
Jen from iCandy Handmade shares a tutorial for making her Sailing Into Autumn dress. The look is nautical, but the colors are fall. It has a large bow at the neck, plus a tab and covered buttons at the waist. … Read More...
Need the perfect centerpiece for your Halloween table? How about a cool tombstone made of foam. Doesn’t this look like real stone!?
The nice folks at Cricut have shared the instructions with us for making this spooktacular decoration.
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Kerry of PennyDog Patchwork is hosting a giveaway on her blog for a goody bag of crafty prizes. Yep, those are Riley Blake charm squares you see in the photo. And thread, buttons, and zippers, oh my! International entries are … Read More...
Celtic Thistle has crafted a charming Dresden Plate cozy to showcase her Halloween lantern, and it’s a delightful addition to any festive decor. If you agree that every lantern deserves a cozy of its own, you’ll want to check out … Read More...
Ros of RosMadeMe promises if you have an hour, you can have some quilt-y Christmas decor ready for your tree. She shows on her blog how to make these pretties starting with fabric strips. Get the know-how.
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Are your kids going ‘batty’ stuck inside the house? This fun puppet might be just the answer to keep their imaginations going! Head over to Made by Joel for the pattern and instructions.
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Here’s another craft that you can do if you are without electricity or are in the path of Hurricane Sandy (I am hoping you are safe if you are). Under adult supervision, your children will love seeing the artistic effect … Read More...
Perhaps you are hunkered down in your home with the kiddos for the next few days due to the ‘Frankenstorm’ – Sandy. This is a craft you can do without electricity!! Head on over to Dollar Store Mom for the … Read More...
My entire family loves to watch Despicable Me… so I was so excited to find out about Despicable Me 2 coming out this summer… How did I find out? From reading No Time For Flash Cards blog! They were asked … Read More...
Sometimes the easiest crafts make the best decorations. Not only can they be completed in a hurry, but they allow kids to feel a sense of accomplishment while creating something fun! Head on over to Simple As That Blog for … Read More...
Sew4Home shows how to make a double flounce apron perfect for holiday entertaining. In addition to the layered gathered skirt, it has angled pockets (with contrast trim) and a pretty knotted bow across the top of the bib. Get the … Read More...
Here’s a cool technique, take any stamp and make a reflection of it. This is perfect for using with scenes of water, mirrors, windows and more. Find directions on how to achieve this neat look from Chrissie Tobas over on … Read More...
Craftideas.info shares how to make spooky spider candle holders with ribbon and plastic spiders. See how to make these yourself.
Swell Mayde created these sweet Halloween sun jars with frosting spray and solar panels. Grab the how-to.
As you read this Hurricane Sandy is coming through DC, where I live, so I’m likely not online, but through the power of pre-posting, I bring you my sparkly, dangling, spider, cookie ornaments for Halloween. Find them HERE at the … Read More...
