Have you ever thought of having an area rug that looks like an egg made sunny side up? How about one that looks like a giant slice of on old tree trunk? Check out all these unique area rugs over … Read More...
Bench Makeover
Mary over at Mary’s Meanderings had been saving the frame of an old bench that had seen better days. Then she pulled out some leftover wood flooring slats and went to work. Just look at the gorgeous result!
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Beautiful Chair Redo
While this pretty chair is the star of this post, you really must visit Three Pixie Lane to see the entire room. After browsing all of the pictures and soaking in this gorgeous room, it makes me wish I was … Read More...
Candied Hazelnut Cupcakes
Check out this eye candy from La Mia Vita Dolce. Click HERE to learn how to make these Candied-Hazelnut Cupcakes (with the caramel dipped hazelnuts), originally from Martha’s Cupcakes. And if you like these, check out here and … Read More...
Craft Gossip Dolly Donation Challenge: Extended!!
Has anyone else been experiencing Extreme Summer Busy-ness (E.S.B.)? You know, one crazy hectic day after another filled with playdates, family obligations, swim team, library reading club, and other random activities coming at you so fast you hardly have time … Read More...
Tutorial: Circle purse
Priti from Arm Candy for You shows how to make this cute circle purse. The bag’s rounded shape looks so cute slung over the shoulder! Go to the tutorial.
[photo from Arm Candy for You]
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90 cent patterns at the Squiggly Twigs birthday sale – EXTENDED!
Debbie from Squiggly Twigs Designs has extended the sale on the downloadable patterns from her shop. The 90-cent patterns will be available through Sunday, August 1, 2010. That’s tomorrow, so go there now and get your discounted patterns! Go to … Read More...
Tutorial: Make a twirly circle skirt
Brown Paper Packages continues their Sewing for School series with a tutorial showing how to make this twirly circle skirt. It makes such a pretty wrap for dance class! Get the how-to.
[photo from Brown Paper Packages]
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Tutorial: Sleeveless blouse with ruffled neck
Joy from How Joyful! shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make this gathered sleeveless top with ruffled neck. LOVE it! Go to the tutorial.
Tutorial: Retro Ric Rac Apron
Beverly from Flamingo Toes shows how to make this retro-fabulous apron. Ric rac trim loop-dee-loops around the skirt, while ruffles and gathered tulle finish off the bottom. Love it! Go to the tutorial.
[photo from Flamingo Toes]
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Project: Greeting Card Holder
(image by Splitcoast)
Looking for a cute way to store your stamped cards until your ready to send them? Visit Splitcoast Stampers and let Jane Matsumoto show you how to make this pretty greeting card holder. Click here for step … Read More...
How to Wrap Soap
If you’ve mastered the art of soapmaking, but lack the skills to present it in an appealing way, check out these tips on How to Wrap Soap from The Ponte Vedra Soap Shoppe, Inc.
Tutorial: Girl’s pettiskirt with layers and layers of fluff
Ashley from Make It and Love It shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make this fabulous pettiskirt for girls. The layers and layers of ruffles and fluffles will be soooo much fun for little girls to twirl … Read More...
Tutorial: DIY tote bag from a tank top
… love Maegan shows how to make a handy tote bag out of an old knit tank top. You can do this refashion in less than 5 minutes. This would be a great project for a tank that has shrunk … Read More...
Read all about it: Topstitching your seams for a more polished look
Kalleen from At Second Street guest blogs over at Pickup Some Creativity’s Sewing 101 with a post all about topstitching. This quick little bit of stitching can help create crisper seams and a more polished overall look. Read all about … Read More...
Freebie: Puppy Digital Stamps
(image by Sliekje)
How cute is this little guy? You can download him here for free from Sliekje’s digi stamps.
-Heather
Looking for more digital stamps and SVG files? We love using the Design bundle to download our digital stamps. … Read More...
Ticklebean and the cute rings
I am in love with all the cute rings in the Ticklebean Etsy shop. The tiny flower ones! The birds and bid wings!
I’m also feeling partial to the bicycle ring even though I don’t ride a bike.
Color Inspiration: Gay Pride Of Lions Bracelet With Vintage Buttons
Gay Pride Of Lions Bracelet With Vintage Buttons
Originally uploaded by itsalovelycake
Love the colors, love the funky charm and love the whitty play on words of this fun piece by Itsalovelycake.
I would have to say that this is … Read More...
Video tutorial: Make a backpack from a man’s suit jacket
Head over to Threadbanger for a video tutorial showing how to make a cool backpack from a man’s suit jacket. Go to the video.
[via Me Making Do]
[tags]sewing, tutorial, backpack, satchel, school, suit, coat, jacket, refashion[/tags]
Top 40 Cupcake Frosting Combos
Check out this list on The Stir of the proclaimed 40 best cupcake frosting combos. Makes me want to try a Guinness cupcake with Bailey’s cream frosting or Earl Grey Cupcakes with lavender frosting.
[tags]cupcakes, frosting[/tags]