Stars and stripes and cream cheese frosting… How can you go wrong with that combo for the 4th? Learn to make stars and stripes cupcakes HERE at babble.
Freebie: Patriotic Digital Stamps
Visit Paper Smooches and download some cute little patriotic digital stamps for free. (if the link is no longer current, older freebies can be found here on their blog)
-Heather
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4th of July Mason Jar Luminaries
There is something completely nostalgic about Mason Jars. To incorporate them into a 4th of July craft is like eating a piece of Apple Pie…delicious! I love how these jars are basically saluting our Country as they line the driveway. … Read More...
From my studio last week: June 28, 2011
Lots of work happened in my studio last week – mostly of the cleaning sort, not the sewing sort. I’d share a photo of the “after” but it’s still far less than impressive. The piles are still there, they’re just … Read More...
Free pattern: Double-Pleated Purse
Donna from Sewing Mends the Soul shares a free pattern at Craft Snob for making her Double-Pleated Purse. The shape of this bag is so pretty, and it’s a great project for mixing & matching your favorite cotton prints. Go … Read More...
Tutorial: J. Crew-inspired ruffled t-shirt dress
Kirstin & Jordan from KojoDesigns and kojobaby share a tutorial on their blog for making their J Crew-y Ruffle Dress. Though the ruffles are all girly and frilly goodness, the underlying shape is actually very simple. And it’s made from … Read More...
Burger Cookie Bites
Not only are these not actual burgers, but cookies, but they are teeny tiny. The size of a mini vanilla wafer. Learn to make them HERE at Munchkin Munchies, inspired by these hamburger cookies at Come Together Kids.
Fruit-Filled Cones for the 4th
Given what I expect will be temperatures in the ’90s here in DC for the 4th of July, this non-melting, fruit-filled version of the ice cream cone may be on my to-make list. Learn to make red, white and blue … Read More...
S’mores Stuffed Strawberries
I may just have to declare 1 Fine Cookie the queen of the stuffed strawberries after this latest: S’mores-stuffed strawberries. (Need I remind you of these?) Learn to make S’mores stuffed strawberries HERE at 1 Fine Cookie.
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New Release: 100 Proof Press Stamps
100 Proof Press has just released lots of great new stamp images, perfect for summer. I personally LOVE the little mermaid! Check out all their new stamps here.
-Heather
What Lady Gaga Can Teach About Scrapbooking | Self-Portrait Prompts
Noell Hyman of Paperclipping has posted an excellent article on how we can mix it up a bit and get some fun and unique photos of ourselves for our scrapbooks. She draws inspiration from Lady Gaga who as she says … Read More...
Freebie | 100 Summer Photo Opportunities
Kelly Willette of Willette Photography is sharing this free PDF file with 100 opportunities for summer photos. The file consists of prompts that you cut out and keep in a jar or other container. Then you can select a prompt … Read More...
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Tutorial: Selvage Stick People
Riel from The Q and the U shares how she made this tiny quilt top. I want some stick people in my next project. They’re so cute. Go to the tutorial. Go here to see the mug rug … Read More...
A Variety of Necklaces
Here’s a small selection of some of the beautiful necklaces you can find made from polymer clay:
1. Polymer Clay Carved Stone and Pebble Necklace #5, 2. “80” polymer clay deconstructed flower necklace, 3. IMG_2260, 4. … Read More...
THE MASTER’S MASTER CLASS Or An Ode To Jean
Perhaps the last publication written or edited by Jean Leinhauser is this wonderful book, “Crochet Master Class”. Jean passed away recently, after an illustrious career in the business that made her a bonafide crochet luminary. This book, her last one … Read More...
DIY Garden Markers
This kids craft is perfect for making sure you know exactly what you planted in your garden. I love that they can be seen high above the plants. This tutorial post is part of Skip to My Lou’s Craft Camp… Read More...
4th of July Paper Lanterns
These little lanterns are so cute, and I love that they are hung on the polka dot ribbon! The Crafting Chicks has come up with this patriotic kids craft…they have a great tutorial with beautiful pictures.
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DIY: Pieced Picnic Tote
Here’s a pieced tote to brighten your next outdoor summer gathering. You may even have time to whip one up before the Fourth of July. Get the instructions at JoAnn Fabric and Craft Stores’ Project page.
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Tutorial: Interchangeable embellished tap shoe laces
Tyra from Domessticated shows how she made her daughter’s tap shoes just as fancy as the rest of her dance costumes. She replaced the boring black shoe laces with an elastic & button version with a place to add interchangeable … Read More...