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...
Tutorial: Easy elastic waist skirt with pockets
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...
Recycle Swag Contest-two chances to win the book-1000 Ideas for Creative Reuse
Over at this post at Condo-Blues there is a challenge contest to remake something with swag or promotional material. I had to get in on the action by participating(decorated USB drive) and offering 2 copies of the fabulous book … Read More...
Cupcake Ants and Bees
I just adore these buggy ideas for decorating cupcakes featured on the Hostess with the Mostess blog. The ideas are originally from the often-talked-about-on-this-blog book, What’s New, Cupcake?
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I found, under my Maple tree this morning… are you ready for this…. 4 Red Leaves!!
Just can’t describe how wrong that is, on so many levels. Summer just started! We can’t have leaves turning already. And while folks are … Read More...
This week in sewing giveaways
Here’s a quick round-up of some of the sewing-related giveaways going on this week:
Amber from Ruffles and Roses is giving away a Hera shirt that can be worn in three ways. Deadline is August 28th, 2010. Go to Ruffles … Read More...
Tutorial: Binder pouch with clear vinyl window
Anna from Noodlehead shares a tutorial on Sew, Mama, Sew! for making a super cute binder pouch to hold pencils and such. The bit of vinyl pieced into the body of the pouch provides a peek at the contents. Go … Read More...
Seaside Lunch Bento Box IDea
As one who basically grew up with sand in my toes (my great grandfather was a light house keeper), I’m a sucker for any seaside-themed food. So of course I adore … Read More...
The Red Collection
I do like Red. It won’t ever replace green but it’s a good color. Red looks semi-decent on me, but I don’t wear a lot of it. Don’t ask why, don’t know.
So, when I ran across this blog post, … Read More...
Tutorial: Fabric corner bookmark
kz from kzjo’s studio shares a fun back-to-school tutorial for making a simple fabric bookmark. It fits around the corner of a page to mark your spot in the book. You can make them quickly, and from the contents of … Read More...
Squishy Kids Practice Clock
I just love this idea. Turning a boring clock into something soft, squishy and educational! Head on over the Two Shades of Pink for the tutorial…so cute. Definitely an adult craft for teaching a child how to tell time, but … Read More...
Aquarium Kids Craft
I love this use for strawberry containers! This is an aquarium that I feel my family could actually take care of! Head on over to No Time For Flash Cards for the tutorial.
New Release: Savvy Stamps
Savvy Stamps has some wonderful new Holiday and Winter images. Most of their stamps can be found on-line at Impress Rubber Stamps but be sure to check with your local retail store and see if they carry them or you … Read More...
Recipe Tuesday: It’s Not Easy Being Green
1. Spinach and green apple salad from Food Network.
3. The dish that inspired this post and that, as a big fan of The Muppet Movie, simultaneously freaked … Read More...
Inspiration du Jour – Cutie-Pie
Get even more inspiration from her gallery and blog
DIY: Homemade Citrus Skin Glow Scrub
Spa Magazine shares a recipe for a homemade citrus skin glow scrub that is perfect for summer! Found via Homemade Bath Products.
Monday Mosaic: Rainbow
A colorful rainbow of Fimo polymer clay creations!
1. Polymer Clay Rainbow Pendant, 2. Braccialetto con stelline arcobaleno in fimo – polymer clay rainbow stars bracelet, 3. Rainbow in the Clouds Polymer Clay Refrigerator Magnet, 4. Broche … Read More...
Free pattern: Foxy bag
Lia from Sewmanics and Lia’s Space of Crafts shares a free pattern for her foxy bag. Isn’t he the cutest? Look at his long pointy fox nose for the flap! And those beady fox eyes are surely up to no … Read More...
Tutorial: Add a contrast cuff to a pair of pants
Jamee from Fancy Pants and Homemaker shares a tutorial for adding a contrast cuff to a pair of kids’ pants. This is an easy way to add a punch of color or pattern to make a pair of pants stand … Read More...