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I want Rachel of Roxy Creations to decorate my Christmas tree! Her ornaments couldn’t be more charming, happy, and touchable! See more on Rachel’s blog or follow her link to her flickr pool.
Looking for more Christmas Embroidery Patterns? … Read More...
You must head over immediately to The Bonjour Family to see these monster cupcakes. Really. Even better? Find the recipe cards to make them yourself. Inspired by cupcakes found at Taste of Home. Spotted by Amanda.
Ashley from Lil Blue Boo shows how you can make a designer camera bag at a fraction of the cost of buying one already made. The secret is a padded and velcro-ed organizer that can turn a roomy handbag … Read More...
Brenda from Therapeutic Crafting shows how she made this cute jack-o-lantern t-shirt with layered sleeves. She started with a plain orange t-shirt and stenciled a face and added the striped arms made from striped tights. Go to the tutorial.… Read More...
The new book “Scraps” from Lark Publishing is subtitled “an inspirational field guide to collage” and that’s exactly what it is. It’s the perfect book about collage for beginners but also a great book for more experienced collage artist who … Read More...
Here are some more small projects to carry along with you to crochet in those odd spare moments during the day. They can be holiday themed by choosing the right yarn colors. Be creative! The depicted items are just examples … Read More...
Here’s a Halloween Journaling Helper from Jill at A Matter of Memories. Use it to help record you favourite things this Halloween! Click here to go to the download.
Are you looking for more Halloween Embellishments, papers, and supplies? Check … Read More...
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HoneyScrap shares her tute for this “verveine necklace” she created for only $5! Learn how to make one like it and be smart and well dressed, too. HoneyScrap aka Melissa was one of the contestants in the Crafting with the … Read More...
Debbie from Squiggly Twigs Designs shows how she creates holiday skirts for her daughter quickly and inexpensively. She refashions them from formal dresses, which are easily found at garage sales and thrift stores. Maybe you have a couple of old … Read More...
Suzannah from Creative Dressmaking shares a tutorial on her blog, Adventures in Dressmaking, showing how to embellish a long-sleeved tee with rows of gathered fabric and lace trim. This is an easy but pretty addition to a … Read More...
Check out the clever healthy Halloween treats created by Little Food Junction (as always): cucumber witch hats, carrot brooms, and… well, I had to explore a bit more on this fantastic site for kids. You’ll also find fruit o’ lanterns… Read More...
Visit Mini-Eco to download these bright fun printable owls for free!
-Heather
Looking for more Owl themed papers, stamps and embellishments? Check these out on Scrapbook.com
Find the recipe and decorating tips to make these alien invasion donuts HERE at Within the Kitchen. Definitely a kid-friendly decorating activity, too.
This craft is too creepy for words (can you tell I don’t like spiders?)….but possibly perfect for those little( or big) boys running around your house. This craft is sure to spook the trick or treaters in your neighborhood! Enjoy … Read More...
Heather Bailey shares a free downloadable pattern for making her Cornelius bat softie. I love his felt cape! Go to her blog to get the pattern.
[photo from Hello My Name Is Heather]
Looking for more Softie toys to … Read More...
Emily from Savvy Stitch guest blogs at Prudent Baby with a tutorial showing how to make this super sweet tie top sun suit or onesie. It’s made from just half a yard of fabric, so pull out your favorite designer … Read More...
These ghost cake pops at These Peas are Hollow are Halloween inside and out. Find the recipe to make black velvet ghost and Jack O’ Lantern cake pops HERE at These Peas are Hollow. Be sure to check out … Read More...
Look at these adorable little owls I spotted over at Purple Paisley Pinwheels. Aren’t they cute? Hang them on a door handle, use as a shelf sitter, put them in a bowl or a basket, or attach to a swag … Read More...
