How great are these cups from creaturecups on Etsy? Imagine the comments you’d get as your guests got to the bottom of their coffee, only to discover an octopus. Or the delight you’ll get each morning from the unexpected presence … Read More...
Birdcage Cross Stitch Pattern
Cookie Wallpaper
It’s funny, the difference in our feelings towards germs in childhood vs. adulthood. “Ew, holy germfest” never even crossed my mind from the notion of Willy Wonka’s lickable wallpaper, but that’s the first thing I thought of when spotting this … Read More...
13 Ideas for Spring Craft and Garden Projects
Welcome to our latest roundup article! As the weather starts to warm up and spring blooms, it’s the perfect time to start planning and getting inspired for your crafting and gardening projects. Spring is a season of renewal and growth, … Read More...
Mason Jar Frog Lids
With spring here and flowers blooming, you’ll need a way to contain all those beautiful fresh cut flower. Whether it’s a backyard barbecue or a blushing bride’s special day, this project is simple and works great. Keep your flowers standing … Read More...
How to make a recycled thread spool heart decoration
I love old wooden thread spools and the clever crafter Jean of the blog The Quilted Cupcake came up with this fun way to make a heart shaped thread spool decoration. I wonder if there is an easy way to … Read More...
Bird’s Party Magazine, Spring/Summer 2012 Issue, is Out!!
You know the magazine, that clever party mag by Bird’s Party filled with ideas, recipes and how-tos for parties? A partial list of the parties inside include Mother’s Day, 4th of July, golf, Spring-themed, Olympics, graduation, birthday, 4th of July, … Read More...
Hunger Games Cupcakes
I have yet to jump on the Hunger Games craze, books OR movie, but I’m sure I’ll cave soon. Especially with such allures as awesome and intriguing cupcakes. Find Hunger Games cupcakes HERE at Diamonds for Dessert.
Essential sewing notions to keep on hand for mending
What sewing supplies and notions do you need to keep on hand for mending? Fionn Zarubica shares a list at Threads magazine blog or 25 items you need to create a well-stocked mending kit. Get the list.
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Tutorial: Make Your Own Pretty Stick Pin Embellishments
The stick pin accents on this card are so pretty and delicate looking, I love them! Candice over at the There She Goes blog shows how quick and easy it is to make your own trendy stick pin embellishments for … Read More...
Tutorial: Owl Tag Along Toddler Backpack
Angela Pingel from Cut To Pieces shares a tutorial over at Moda Bake Shop showing how to make her Owl Tag Along Toddler Backpack. This was her final entry into the Sliced sewing competition. (She won, by the way.) … Read More...
Free Font | CK Pencils
This font from Creating Keepsakes is now available as a free download on their blog. NOTE: the font will be free for one week only starting today Friday April 13th 2012. So hurry! Click here to go to … Read More...
Have You Heard About PicMonkey?
The online photo editing service PicNik is about to close, but here’s some good news for all you online editors: PicMonkey! Two former PicNik engineers have teamed up to create this completely free, no registration required, online photo editing … Read More...
Inspiration du Jour | The Painful Truth
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Tutorial: A Flower Necklace
Continuing on with the floral theme for the week here is a tutorial for a rose necklace by Meredith of Haute to Sew. There are other tutorials out there for making this style of clay rose but this one … Read More...
Tutorial: “Cheat-ah” dress that looks like separates
Megan from Brassy Apple shares a tutorial on her blog showing how she made her “Cheat-ah” dress out of a knit top and a bit of knit yardage. It looks like it’s an outfit of separates, but it’s actually easy-peasy … Read More...
Punky stitches to wear
A perfect example of edgy contemporary embroidery–as an artform and as adornment–is this Tank Girl brooch by Betty Delights of the UK. Her Etsy shop intro says,
… Read More...I do not use patterns. I choose my design and hand draw onto
Tutorial: Exploding Card
The Pixie Cottage blog has a tutorial from Sharon of Cards N Greetings for making a fun exploding card. Her’s is wedding themed but you could use this interesting design idea for any theme!
-Heather
Foodie Mother’s Day Gift Ideas
Leave it to epicurious to collect some must-haves for the foodie mom. Find the roundup of ideas HERE. Pineapple purse anyone? I think the sack made from cork fabric would be more my speed, personally.
Fun idea for reusing preschool art
Fun little idea to share with you courtesy of Linda of the blog Partycraft Secrets. Often times preschool art is just a bunch of pretty colors. Why not cut the art into strips and the possibilities are endless!