Jennifer from That Girl… That Quilt… shows how to make a shirred sundress out of a vintage pillowcase. Elastic thread makes this a quick, easy project, and the vintage pillowcase is oh, so summertime! Go to the tutorial.
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by Anne Weaver
Jennifer from That Girl… That Quilt… shows how to make a shirred sundress out of a vintage pillowcase. Elastic thread makes this a quick, easy project, and the vintage pillowcase is oh, so summertime! Go to the tutorial.
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This time someone else did the work for me! Jen over at Tatertots and Jello put together an amazing list of creatively striking headboard ideas. If you need a little inspiration, Jen’s got you covered.
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You know I love photo displays from my feature a couple of weeks ago, “10 Fab Photo Displays”. When I saw what Sarah over at The Bird’s Papaya had done with a crooked branch, I knew I had to share … Read More...
by Terrye
This totally made me giggle! It never occurred to me that you could make your own Chia pet with a bit of dirt, seeds and a recycled pair of nylons. Read how at the blog Make it from Scratch.… Read More...
by Terrye
Enjoy all four issues of Interweave Knits exactly as they were printed in 2008: Spring, Summer, Fall, and Winter editions. The full-color electronic versions of these magazines include easy-to-navigate tables of contents, easy-to-print patterns, informative articles, designer profiles, and all … Read More...
by Linda Lanese
The free crochet pattern for a these sweet birds comes from Lion Brand yarns. Beautifully crochet birds are season less. Brides are buying these adorable creatures for cake toppers instead of the traditional bride and groom (see picture above). Birds … Read More...
Every now and then I realize I’ve been posting on one item disproportionately, and I don’t know how it happens. Sticks and mason jars. Yes. I love them and seek them out. But LEGO Man? I don’t have a particular … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
Sabrina from Honor Roll shows how to make this pretty ruffle purse for girls. They’ll love the rows and rows of ruffles! If you cut the ruffles out of your scrap bin, they might even recognize a favorite mama-made garment … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
Laura Bray from Katydiddy shares a tutorial on her blog for making a stuffed fabric version of a pastry bag. This is sooo sweet! Now your child can play out the preparation and decoration of all the luscious felt desserts … Read More...
It’s only six in the morning and I’m craving a cocktail. And the urge to go salsa. Find the recipe for mojito popsicles HERE at Blue Jean Gourmet.
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(image by The Greeting Farm and Kelly Booth)
Super cute new images are now out from the Greeting Farm, new Anya, Creepers and more, check them all out here.
-Heather
by jd wolfe
OK, after Christmas In July, during Back to School, before Halloween and Thanksgiving, are you ready to get ready for Christmas?? Most think it’s never to early to plan for the most decorative of all holidays. I’ve gathered some ideas … Read More...
by Minnie
The Star Wars sandwich cutters are filling a void I didn’t even know what there. I’m going to need these. Williams-Sonoma isn’t exactly indie… but whatever. These rock. You can also get cookie cutters AND pancake molds.
OK, now I’ve seen homemade fruit leather recipes, and have even posted on them (here and here). But polka dot fruit roll ups? Homemade? Brilliance at its best. Learn how to make them HERE at Fix Me a … Read More...
Learn how to decorate these cute fishbowl cookies HERE at grin and bake it.
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Are you hosting an under the sea themed party? check out these Under the Sea party decorations. Perfect for Mermaid, … Read More...
Get even more inspiration from her gallery and blog.
I need to credit the celebration shoppe for this awesome find: the kid friendly cereal buffet from The Purple Pug blog. Check out the details HERE.
[tags]cereal, breakfast, parties, kids, buffet[/tags]
by Anne Weaver
LiEr from ikat bag shares the next of her pattern drafting installments with a tutorial explaining how to create a child’s back sloper. I am so excited about her series on drafting patterns for kids! Go to the tutorial.… Read More...
by Anne Weaver
Stefi from Just Chic shares a tutorial on her blog for making an elastic waist skirt with pockets. The wide elastic waistband makes this a quick project. Ric rac and tulle make a pretty detail around the hem. Get the … Read More...