Papercrafters Library has a great run down on Tim Holtz’s Distress Stains from Ranger . Find out all the “ins and outs” and “how to’s” with a couple of helpful videos.
-Heather
{Wedding Favors} Mason Jar S’mores Cupcakes
Delicious chocolate, graham cracker, and marshmallow treats baked in a mason jar are a sweet treat for your bridal shower, rehearsal dinner, or wedding guests! Get the recipe and the tutorial at Lovely Little Details.
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DIY Dyed Cupcake Liners
Why o’ why have I never thought of this idea to spruce up plain, white cupcake liners: dip dying in food coloring. So smart. Find the how-tos HERE at Little Wren.
Sweet Designs by Amy Atlas Giveaway!
Since I am guessing if you don’t already own this gem of a party book, Amy Atlas’s Sweet Designs: Bake It, Craft It, Style It
, it must be on your wish list, yes? If so, head on over to … Read More...
Pretty Rose Cupcakes
Want to learn the simple and clever way to frost these pretty rose cupcakes? Oh yeah, and package them all cute and whatnot? Find them HERE at Bird on a Cake.
Agi’s Swedish Flower Bookmark
I love to read so it shouldn’t be surprising that one of my favorite type of stitchy projects is bookmarks. Agi has posted several free bookmark charts lately, including this lovely design with a floral theme. Get the free chart.… Read More...
Tutorial: Finish edges of knit fabric with a simple knit binding
Steph from 3 Hours Past shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to finish off the edges of knit fabric with a simple binding. Get the how-to.
[photo from 3 Hours Past]
Tutorial | Collaging Rub-Ons
Tutorial: Neon banded cardigan from a boxy top
Kate from See Kate Sew shows how she added a pop of the neon trend to a boxy top, turning it into a cardigan in the process. Cute! Get the how-to.
[photo from See Kate Sew]
Free pattern: Knit baby romper from a t-shirt
Jessica from Me Sew Crazy guest blogs at Nap Time Crafters with a free pattern for making a baby romper out of an adult’s t-shirt. They’re quick to sew up, with easy ribbon tie straps. The washed and worn knit … Read More...
Tutorial: Make a bouquet of t-shirt roses
Heather from The Sewing Loft shares a fun project in Green Child magazine for using a child’s outgrown t-shirts. She cuts them into strips and turns them into fabric flowers. I think this would also be a neat way to … Read More...
Project: Unicorn Shaker Card
Make someone’s dreams come true and make this fantastical shaker card for their birthday. What little girl (or grownup girl?:)) wouldn’t love to get this in the mail!? Find a tutorial video on how to make a shaker card over … Read More...
Show and Tell | M is for Memories Gift Album Playing Cards Mini Album
Lowri McNabb shares the 52 Memories minibook she made for her mother this year. It’s a bit late to give this as a Mother’s Day gift this year, but you can hold on to this idea for next year, or … Read More...
Inspiration du Jour | Bubblicious
6 Cool Lighting Ideas for Your Home
Whether it’s mood lighting ideas or full on chandy stuff, I’ve gathered a few to give you some inspiration. Check out these fun ideas from Three Boys, Sweetest Occasion, BlogHer, and more.
1. Windowpane Lanterns
2. Fringe Chandelier
3. Font … Read More...
Tutorial: Give “mom jeans” a lower waistband
Jeans. There doesn’t seem to be a happy middle ground between the 1-inch show your crack super low rise jeans, and the high waisted much mocked “mom jeans”. J from Jillian’s Refashions came up with a solution. She took a … Read More...
Word Search Art
Here’s a totally fun idea! Create a large word search with your family member’s names hidden inside. Circle them like a word search puzzle and you have instant wall art that will make a great conversation piece! Check it out … Read More...
Tutorial: Hanging tooth fairy pillow
Anorina from Samelia’s Mum shows how to make a tooth fairy pilow that can be hung on a door or bed knob. Made from a square of fabric in a fun novelty print, the design works equally well for boys … Read More...
Free template: Dinosaur applique design
Anneliese from Aesthetic Nest added this awesome dinosaur design to a t-shirt for her young son, and she shares a template so you can make one, too. Get the template.
[photo from Aesthetic Nest]
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Tutorial: Leather and webbing cuff
Tricia from Made By Me & Shared With You shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make a cool cuff out of nylon webbing and scrap leather, embellished with leather stamps and contrast stitching. Go to her tutorial… Read More...