Jenna at Sew Happy Geek shows how she made this adorable paper pieced cosmetic bag with a tutorial on her blog. She said she used a Circle Of Geese pattern available for free online. Get the know-how.
Bead the edge
Nima of Made to Treasure shows us a gorgeous beaded edging for ornaments and explains how it’s done. It’s easy! See her post.
Looking for more Christmas Embroidery Patterns? Check these out on Etsy or check out these Pattern … Read More...
Pat Sloan interviews Little Bits author and hosts giveaway
Pat Sloan interviewed Kathreen Ricketson from WhipUp.net as part of the Little Bits blog tour. Pat gives us a peek inside Kathreen’s home and asks things we want to know, like how she got started sewing. Go HERE to read … Read More...
Technique: Make Your Own Sparkly Ink
Jeanette Lynton shares a cool technique of combining glitter glue and Re-Inkers to add a fun shimmer to any stamped project.
-Heather
Camera Cookie Cutters
I hereby declare another trend (I do a lot of trend-declaring, though I’m pretty sure there’s someone out there more qualified declaring trends way before I declare trends)… edible cameras. Like these or these. And since I’m a cookie … Read More...
Caramel Turkey and Acorn Toppers and Pumpkin Pops
More sweet goodness from The Dollhouse Bake Shoppe… caramel! Make caramel turkey and acorn cupcake toppers HERE and pumpkin pops HERE.
Pilgrim Cookie Pops
It’s not too late to squeeze in some Thanksgiving crafting! Make pilgrim cookie pops from store-bought cookies and candy HERE at The Dollhouse Bake Shoppe.
20 Gift Ideas for Foodies
Because I don’t have nearly enough blog jobs (side note, I just mis-typed “blog” as “glob,” I corrected it, but thought it noteworthy), I’m now assembling Ideabooks of cool product finds over at Houzz. Have you heard of Houzz? It’s … Read More...
How to make a recycled paper bag origami Thanksgiving table favor
I am so thankful for all you creative people out there who choose to craft with recycled materials. Check out what Mel created with a paper bag. See her tutorial on how to make an origami recycle paper bag … Read More...
Hoop-di-do Cross Stitch Gift Ideas
This week I have been posting about stocking stuffer ideas for stitchers. Of course, if you aren’t shopping for many stitchers this year, you can always add them to your wish list and leave it about for those who shop … Read More...
Snowman to Stitch
Free pattern: Oven mitt
Roubidou shares a free pattern and tutorial for making an oven mitt. A small loop makes it easy to hang on a cabinet knob or from a hook, so it’s always right where you need it. This would make a … Read More...
The 2011 TomKat Studio Gift Guide
It’s here! It’s here! The 2011 TomKat Studio Gift Guide. I was kind of waiting for it, you see. It’s really good.
Turkey Pieces Cookies
I’m totally on board with this new trend of making cookie pieces for kids to assemble (like Jack O’ Lanterns and Mr. Potato Head). Check out the latest: Turkeys! In a Jar. Love it. HERE at Munchkin Munchies.
Tutorial | Baby Girl Mini Album
Tanya from Nonna’s Craft Corner shares this tutorial for making a mini album as a gift for a baby girl.Click here to see all the details.
Mini albums are great little projects for using up scraps, trying out new … Read More...
Freebie | Printable Thanksgiving Subway Art
Krista from While He Was Napping is sharing this Thanksgiving printable poster. It comes in five different colourways.Click here to go to the download. Looking for Thanksgiving printables? Check these designs out on Etsy.
Inspiration du Jour | La Perrita Mas Tierna
La Perrita Mas Tierna by sheila scraps
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Free pattern: 10 Minute Table Runner
Marge at Delaware Quilts planned to sew today, but got distracted doing laundry. She wondered if she might be able to whip out some 10 minute table runners. Visit her blog and follow her link to get the pattern. Designed … Read More...
House Number Wall Art
Oh, what a fun idea! Use old house numbers, or pick up various sizes and fonts from a hardware or home improvement store, and turn them into fashionable wall art! Get the how to over at Decor Hacks — Upcycled … Read More...
Candy Striper Felted Bag knit pattern
This sweetheart Candy Striper Felted Bag that is ready for you to knit for the holidays and the pattern is designed by Vickie Howell. You can find the pattern on Vickie’s web site. Check out her site for great ideas … Read More...