Learn to make these darling tiara cupcake toppers HERE at Made By Bronwyn. I’m hiding this from my daughter, who is convinced she’s a Princess. And loves cupcakes.
New Company: Paper Smooches Stamps
There’s a new stamp company on the block! It’s called Paper Smooches and features clear stamp sets from designer Kim Hughes. If that name is familiar it’s because she used to design adorable stamps for Cornish Heritage Farms. Since CHF … Read More...
SEEKING INPUT – or – tell me what you know, please!
I’m seeking information about this program from those crocheters who have used it:
http://www.greatknitdesigns.com/
What I’d be most likely to use the program for would be sweaters. Here’s the layout they use:
Since I’m mathematically challenged, I believe this program … Read More...
Thrifty Wedding Favors
Want to find great wedding favors that won’t break the bank? You’ll be making a beeline for your nearest Dollar Store after you see the gorgeous goodies featured on the Crafty Moods blog!
A Rose
Managing Long Floats in Fair Isle Knitting… and more….
Tacking Long Float
When working a stranded pattern, you never want to carry the non-working yarn across the back of the work for more than about 5 stitches, or whatever constitutes about a inch at your gauge. … Read More...
Tutorial: No-sew no-glue fleece chrysanthemum
Fleece Fun shows how to make a chrysanthemum embellishment from fleece. There’s no sewing required – and no gluing either! The layers of flower shapes are cleverly threaded together with ribbon. The long ribbon ends can then be used to … Read More...
DIY Cupcake Box
Make your own cupcake box! Find the how-tos with video HERE at Create Me Pink, inspired by a tutorial found on Memories by Anna Dawn (check out her apple box with apple cupcakes. so cute!!)
Project: Stamped Tray
Learn how to stamp a lovely wooden tray using Stampendous’ new Jumbo cling stamps. Click here for pt. 1 and here for pt 2 of the video tutorial.
-Heather
From drawers to wall art
My kindred spirit Amy of the blog A Nest For All Seasons who, like me, loves to score stuff in the “free zone” as I call it (which is the space between the road and the sidewalk). Amy worked her … Read More...
Sneak Peek: ReSew by Jenny Wilding Cardon
Jenny Wilding Cardon gives a video sneak peek of the projects in her soon-to-be-released book ReSew
. The book will show how to transform thrift store garments and linens into new, stylish clothing.
I’ll be posting a review of the … Read More...
Freebie: Printable Vintage Cards
These adorable vintage themed cards are a free download from Pretty Little Studio. So cute! Click here to go to the download.
Tutorial: Kids’ pajamas from pillowcases
Jennifer Brasher from Two Butterflies shares a pair of tutorials on her blog for making kids’ pajamas out of pillowcases. The first shows how to make a nightgown, using the pillowcase for the skirt and a t-shirt for the bodice. … Read More...
Cool idea: Use stretch lace to lengthen t-shirt sleeves
Don’t you hate it when the sleeves of your long-sleeved shirts aren’t so long anymore? Whether it’s from wear and tear, or just shrinkage from repeated washings, those sleeves have an annoying habit of creeping up. Tricia from Leafy Treetop … Read More...
Freebie: Valentine’s Gift Tags
Here is another set of printable tags to use for your Valentine’s Day gift giving. These are by Lelan of Hello, Good Gravy! The PDF file includes six different designs. Click here to go to the download.
Are you looking … Read More...
Project: Clear Stamp Storage
I think one of the biggest issues we run into as stampers is storage and organization, right? Well, here’s a clever and inexpensive way to store your clear stamps using your sewing machine and clear page projectors. Hop on over … Read More...
Thin Mints Popcorn Sprinkle
Kristen of Make the Best of Everything! sent me this link to her Thin Mints popcorn sprinkles and I jumped over here to post immediately. Thin Mints–as in Girl Scout cookies–in sprinkle form for popcorn? A brilliant (and less caloric) … Read More...
Kids Craft – Valentine Candy Poppers
Here’s a great project for your children to bring to all of their friends….Valentine Candy Poppers! Head on over to Chasing Fireflies for the how to.
Tutorial: Valentine’s Day Gift Tag
Paola from {love+cupcakes} shows you how to make this felt heart valentine gift tag. All you need are scraps of felt and paper, as well as shipping tags. Click here to go to the tutorial.
Are you looking for more … Read More...
Tutorial: Valentine’s Paper Cone
Wrap up your Valentine’s sweet treats in a lovely paper cone! Louise from Cake Journal takes you through the steps. Click here to go to the tutorial.
Are you looking for more Valentine’s Day Embellishments, papers, and supplies? Check … Read More...