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...
Spidery Candle Holders
Craftideas.info shares how to make spooky spider candle holders with ribbon and plastic spiders. See how to make these yourself.
Halloween Sun Jars
Swell Mayde created these sweet Halloween sun jars with frosting spray and solar panels. Grab the how-to.
Sparkly, Spider Cookie Ornaments for Halloween
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...
More Knitting with Jane Austen
The fall 2012 edition of Jane Austen Knits — a special publication of Interweave Knits — is now available on newsstands and for digital download.
This is the third volume of this fun series that allows knitters to step into … Read More...
How to make a recycled bottle Halloween bowling pin set
Over at the blog That’s what {Che} Said there is a fun tutorial on how to make a Halloween ghost face bowling pin set out of milk bottles.
Horror Movie Cake Pops
These horror movie cake pops are so brilliantly and beautifully crafted, I almost can’t look at the gruesomeness. Spotted on Evil Cakes, they were created by Miss Insomnia Tulip.
Tutorial: Make a child’s winter hand muff
Prudent Baby shares a tutorial showing how to make a child’s hand muff to keep their hands warm during the cold winter weather. It’s a double-hand pocket that hangs from a strap. It’s fully lined, with a layer of batting … Read More...
Spooky House Cross Stitch Pattern
Halloween is just around the corner and this spooky house will be a perfect project to stitch up to celebrate the day. Check out the free project.
Looking for more fun Halloween Cross-stitch patterns and charts? Check out these Halloween … Read More...
Free pattern: Raglan sleeve baby tee
Stacey from One Owl Obsessed Oddity shows off the itty bitty baby tees she made using the free pattern and tutorial from The Alison Show. The raglan sleeves are easy to sew and have a sporty vibe, especially when … Read More...
Mythos Pattern Winner
Good Monday morning, everyone! Just wanted to let you know I’ve picked a winner for the Erica Jackofsky pattern giveaway and it’s commenter 16, Pat, who says she likes both the color and the lacy edge of Wrought (me, too!).… Read More...
Tutorial: Silver quilted mini skirt for little girls
Anneliese from Aesthetic Nest shows how to make this fashion forward quilted mini skirt for a little girl. The design was inspired by a skirt from Crewcuts. Her DIY version uses an unexpected material for the quilted silver fabric. Go … Read More...
Stuffed Pepper “Pumpkins”
Look how easy it is to transform your dinner of stuffed peppers into a Halloween meal. All you need is an edible marker! Find the recipe for stuffed pepper pumpkins HERE at Cute as a Fox.
Tutorial: Frankenstein Trick or Treat Backpack
Jessica from Me Sew Crazy shows how she made a Frankenstein backpack for Trick or Treat loot. Isn’t he cute? The drawstring at the top makes it easy to cinch up tight, and the backpack style will come in handy … Read More...
Project: Matching Butterfly Card and Bag
This set of a butterfly gift card and matching bag are so elegant! The paper weaving background is a really cool technique. Find directions for using stamps, dies and paper strips for making this pretty set over on the Spellbinders site… Read More...
Super Baby Mario
For all you Nintendo fans out there, this will be a must-have for the new babes. I admit to having never played a video game of any sort – well, except for Burger Time. Does that age me? What … Read More...
Four Last Minute Halloween Ideas
Halloween is just two days away! Here are four more ideas for Halloween parties and decor
1. Halloween Wreath and 2. Candy Corn Treat jar from Mary Ann Jenkins at I Rock Paper and Scissors. Both these ideas use washi … Read More...
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Newsy: Craftsy for iPad
If you’ve already discovered the joys of learning on Craftsy.com, listen up. Now, you can access their classes on your iPad with a Craftsy App. If you are unfamiliar with their instructional offerings, the format is video with downloadable course … Read More...
Tutorial: Child’s fleece scarf with secret pockets
Ashley from Cherished Bliss shows how to make a child’s fleece scarf. She designed it for her young son, but it would also work for girls. It’s made from two layers of fleece, with hidden secret sewn on the back … Read More...