Over at the Hero Arts site Shari Carroll is sharing a great video on how to layer your stamped images using patterned papers. I love how she uses a stamp press on a large stamp, I’ll be giving that a … Read More...
DIY Vintage Book Frames
Upcycled books are a hot trend for weddings these days! These vintage books turned into frames are just one way to incorporate a bit of literary flair into your wedding day. Your guests will love these thoughtful favors and the … Read More...
Apple Puzzle
This from that. Very clever for a kid who likes puzzles. And fruit. Think it will work with Brussels Sprouts? Learn how to make an apple puzzle HERE at Cute Food for Kids.
Easter pillow with bunny applique
Vickie from Spun Sugar Quilts made this pillow to add some whimsy to her Easter decor. Her “Hoppy Days” creation is adorable. Visit her POST: Hoppy Days to read more.
Looking for more Easter themed quilting blocks? Check these out … Read More...
Peeps Flower Decor
Decorate with Peeps… Learn to make this Peeps “flower” in a pot HERE at How Does She?.
Such a cute Easter or springtime decoration. The hardest thing is going to be not pulling them off an eating them.
Did … Read More...
Tutorial: Cookie Board and Bunting
I’ve already bookmarked this idea for my next shindig: a cookie board and bunting to hold decorated cookie favors. Find the how-tos HERE at Prudent Baby.
Wet Felting a Cradle for Our Blossom Baby; tutorial (FREE)
Maureen of “Twig & Toadstool” Has made a cradle Easter decorations or we can call it a declaration of spring. This darling project could become a family heirloom passed on from generation to generation. Maureen is the mother of 2 … Read More...
Chocolate Nests
And you can learn to make them HERE at Martha Stewart.
Tutorial: Hexie Hairclips
Jessica fromSew Homegrown shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make these cute Hexie Hairclips. The scrappy little hexagons look like a bits of a vintage quilt. They take just the tiniest little scraps of fabric to … Read More...
New Release: Lawn Fawn Stamps
To celebrate the new clear stamp sets coming out in April at Lawn Fawn they are having an inspiration week, with tips and technique videos, sneak peeks of the new sets and giveaways! Click here to visit the blog.
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Tutorial: Sofa remote and gadget caddy
Sew4Home shows how to make this handy sofa caddy. It hangs over the arm of your couch and has pockets to hold your remote controls and other electronic gadgets. Get the how-to.
[photo from Sew4Home]
Free pattern: Little boy’s faux-tie
Autie from iCandy Handmade shows how to make a faux-tie for little boys. It looks like it’s a grown-up style tie, but it’s actually fabric stitched into the shape of a tied tie and worn around the neck on an … Read More...
Tutorial: Quiet Book
Heidi from Made by Heidi is guest posting on Kojodesigns with the tutorial for a quiet book made from scrapbooking and other craft supplies. It’s a great way to use up your stash. Click here to go to the tutorial… Read More...
Tutorial: Envelope Mini
As part of her Thrifty Thursdays series, Melissa Thiesse shows how to make this minibook using envelopes.
Click here to go to the tutorial
Inspiration du Jour – Snart Skolepike
Snart Skolepike by ania79
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Free Pattern – Little Girl’s Leg Warmers
These little girl’s legwarmers are cute fast and easy. Perfect for this time of year when the temperatures are so crazy and change fast.
From the Smashed Peas and Carrots Blog, Click HERE for the free leg warmers pattern!
Outdoor Wedding With Mason Jar Candle Holders
Thanks to Chellé Paperie (what a pretty name!) we see how elegant the simple mason jar can look in the right setting.
This is a photo of Chellé Paperie’s actual wedding and it’s beautiful. I do hope the weather held … Read More...
Marbled Easter Egg Cookies
A great hands-on idea for kids in the kitchen: Marbled Easter egg cookies. Learn to make them HERE at The Chocolate Muffin Tree.
Inspiration or Blatant Copying ?
(COMMENTS wanted and encouraged! I’m really hoping to spark some conversation here, so please feel free to chime in with your opinions. Keep it friendly and objective.)
Finding Inspiration.
There are thousands of places to find craft inspiration. Saving … Read More...
Free Pattern – Cardigan by Mari Lynn Patrick
I love Mari Lynn’s designs, and this is no exception. And you can love it too. Thanks to Tahki Stacy Charles and Mari Lynn Patrick, this free pattern can be knitted up and hanging in your closet in no time!… Read More...