Canvas and twigs and some fabric scraps, and you are on your way to making these lovely and vibrant pieces of wall art. This is actually a great project for adults and kids and there won’t be a single one … Read More...
Honey Bee Bag and more at Pretty by Hand
Kristyne of Pretty by Hand opens her new shop this week, also called Pretty by Hand. She starts things off by offering five patterns – two purses, one pouch, and two quilts. Shown here is the Honey Bee Bag. Check … Read More...
Tip: Watercoloring with Copics
Find out how to get more mileage from your Copic markers by using them to watercolor with. This gives such a soft blended look, I love it! Kristy Dalman shares her tips on the Some Odd Girl blog.
-Heather
Cute as a …..Baby Bird!
Owls seem to be so popular these days. Kathy Lewinski has created this adorable baby owl square that is sure to become popular. On her blog, she’s got the free pattern and a tutorial to help you work up one … Read More...
Super Cute Backpack Roundup!
It might be a little late to order these for the first day of school, but I can’t help but share these adorable backpacks! These crafted bags would make a child’s first day of school way more fun. Want to … Read More...
Tutorial: Fabric and tulle tutu
Vanessa from Our Thrifty Ideas shows how she made this special birthday tutu for her baby girl. The tutu is made from strips of tulle for some poof, and strips of fabric for bright spots of color and pattern. For … Read More...
Tutorial: Take in a dress with alterations that can be undone later
Tonya from The Crafty Mummy had a friend who was kind enough to let her daughter borrow a Dorothy costume for her school’s book week. The dress was a little too big, so she had to take it in. Because … Read More...
Freebie: Box Die Cut
If you have a Silhouette die cutting machine you can download a free pastry box template from Jin over at Under the Cherry Tree. btw I think Jin’s blog is the very best blog around for ideas, tips and how … Read More...
Tutorial: Pear Picking shirred tunic top for little girls
Shauna from Shwin & Shwin shares a tutorial on her blog showing how she made her Pear Picking Tunic for her little girl. It’s made from two very simple pattern pieces. Elastic thread shirring gathers the bodice and creates a … Read More...
Giveaway: Indie by Pat Bravo fat quarter bundle
The weekly fabric giveaway at Maureen Cracknell Handmade comes from Pat Bravo from Art Gallery Fabrics this week. They’ve got a bundle of fat quarters of Pat Bravo’s gorgeous new Indie collection (plus two coordinating solids) to give to one … Read More...
Project: Stamped Switch Plate Cover
Visit the Impression Obsession. blog to find out how to make your own stamped switch plates covers. You could make a custom plate to match the decor in every room of your house!
-Heather
Etsy Find: Angelyques Trinkets
If you need the perfect cuff links to complete your Halloween ensemble or you like eye-popping one of a kind jewelry, then take a look at Angelyques Trinkets!
Looking for more Halloween Jewelry? Check out these designs on Etsy.
Examining Child At Play – Etsy Blog
If you’ve ever tried to create a toy to entertain a child, you know that it’s not an easy thing. Toys are one part design, one part enchantment. Which is why the MOMA exhibit Century of the Child: Growing by … Read More...
DIY Halloween Fun Peyote Cuff
Take a look at this spooky and sweet cuff from Chris Franchetti Michaels. Get the Halloween peyote stitch cuff bracelet project at About.com Beadwork.
Looking for more Halloween themed Earrings? Check these out on Etsy.
Looking for more Peyote … Read More...
Jewelry Storage Ideas
Take a look at these clever jewelry ideas from around the Web and learn how you can make your own Jewelry storage system. You don’t need expensive cabinets when you can DIY your own storage for your jewelry.
1. Two … Read More...
Finding Canes
A big section of Fimo polymer items for sale on places like Etsy are the canes. You can buy canes raw or baked. Here’s a few:
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| Tiger Cane by Cattherien | Butterfly Canes by Claychicks |
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| Yin Yang Cane by Norrine | Sunshine |
Sonic Screwdriver Pens
If any of you are a fan of sci-fi, then this craft is for you…Doodle Craft is having a Dr. Who week, and this is #5 on the list of ways they have lined up to celebrate! Head on over … Read More...
Tutorial: Sweet & Sassy Dress with neck tie and pleated skirt
Jess from Craftiness Is Not Optional shares a tutorial for making her Sweet & Sassy Dress for little girls. It has a pleated skirt and a tie at the neck. This is a cute style for back to school! Get … Read More...
Show Off Your Team Spirit for a Chance to Win
Red Heart has a new yarn, Team Spirit
, that is a 100 percent acrylic, two-color, self-striping yarn in a bunch of basic team color combos (where I live it’s all burgundy and white for the Hogs and purple and … Read More...
Sweater Babe’s Free Cabled Hat Pattern
Every month the Sweater Babe has a pattern that’s available for free for a week or so, and this month’s pattern is a cool cabled hat that, frankly, reminds me of a brain, but in a good way!
The pattern … Read More...