One of the most appealing aspects of recutting a pair of existing jeans instead of creating them from scratch is the ability to reuse much of the detailing. Jennifer Stern from J. Stern Designs shows how she repurposed pocket details … Read More...
Freebie: Mouse in Present Digital Stamp
Click here to download this super cute mouse popping up out of a present digital stamp FREE from Two Scoops Rice.
-Heather
Looking for more digital stamps to download check out these designs we found on Etsy.
Looking for free … Read More...
Candy Cane Macarons
I’ve been so intrigued by macarons of late (see my prior post here). I bought a macaron cookbook in Paris I’m dying to try but have yet to sit down to translate. Imagine my wonder and glee seeing these beautiful … Read More...
Christmas Crafting Supplies at Scrap Shoppe
I just discovered this etsy store and have to share! She has adorable vintage themed supplies for scrapbooking, like the Little Christmas Craft kit shown above for $3.99. Also take a peek at these gift tags and this Shabby Holiday … Read More...
December Days at Designer Digitals
Every day this month you can get special prices on selected items at Designer Digitals. Today, the collage Santa Trees shown above are only $0.25 instead of $3.99! This special lasts only until Friday December 11th, 6 a EST. Click … Read More...
Cupcake Bath Bombs
Little Birdie Secrets posted a tutorial for the most adorable cupcake bath bombs. According to the feature, bath bombs are made up of a few simple ingredients, along with essential oil for aromatherapy and almond oil to soften the skin. … Read More...
Marie Antoinette Beading Project
Here is a fancy beading project to tackle if you need something to wear to a Christmas party.
You can buy the pdf of instructions for this project here. It was created by Danielle Fox and is based on … Read More...
Gingerbread and Fruit Garland
Find instructions on crafting this beautiful garland from gingerbread and dried apples 
and oranges HERE at Homemade Mamas.
[tags]dried fruit, garland, Christmas, decorating, gingerbread cookies[/tags]
Tutorial: Triangle potholder
Dianah shows how to make this potholder made from overlapping triangles of fabric. The overlapping triangles create a space to slip in your hand. Go to the tutorial.
[photo from Dianah]
[via Field Trips in Fiber]
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Sneak peek: New patterns from Patty Young
Lookie, lookie! Patty Young is giving a sneak peek of the newest patterns to be added to her MODKID Sewing Patterns line. Yes, you’re seeing that right. She has some of her popular girls’ dress patterns sized for your favorite … Read More...
New Issue of Glass Line Full of Tutorials
I’ll start this post with a huge disclaimer. I’m in this issue of Glass Line with my Rose Skull Glass Bead Tutorial. Yay! But there’s so much more in this issue…it’s not just about me. There are boro tutorials and … Read More...
Chili Pepper Wreath
Another idea for a hot Christmas…a chili pepper wreath. Find the instructions HERE at No Fuss Fabulous.
[tags]chili pepper, Christmas, wreath[/tags]
A CROCHET GIFT (WISH) LIST.
Print this list out and post it on your refrigerator door. It’s full of items that every crocheter would like to see in her (or his) gift ‘loot’. Some will fit into stockings, others won’t. Some are costly, others are … Read More...
Classroom Art Project
I just happened upon Mintage Home today, and I love her idea for a classroom art project. This is great to hang on any wall…
Button Wreath
Wondering what to do with all those green buttons? Me too.
This craft uses a similar technique that children would use when learning to lace. These are so elegant…yet a child could make them! Yay!
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Submissions Call: Paper Crafts Magazine
Paper Crafts magazine is looking for submissions, they have calls out right now for lots of different types of cards to possibly be published in their magazine. Click here for details, hurry deadline is Dec 14th for most current … Read More...
Free Gift From KnitPicks To You
Boxer Press Audio and KnitPicks.com Entertain Craftsters with Free Holiday Audio
The knitting up of an elaborate stocking brings an amorous ghost to West Hill along with a most unusual proposal, an intrepid thief, and more than a few second … Read More...
Cookie Menorah
Find tips on crafting a cookie menorah HERE at Sweet Designs (the blog of the fabulous Amy Atlas).
[tags]Hanukkah, cookies, candles, menorah[/tags]
Christmas Gingerbread Train
My 2-year old is obsessed with trains so this is one I should be making for Christmas. Find the instructions on creating a gingerbread train HERE at Family Fun.
[tags]trains, Christmas, gingerbread, cookies[/tags]
Looking for Christmas themed Cookie Cutters, … Read More...
Recycle Target plastic bags into a cute Wreath
You can easily recycle Target plastic bags into a cute wreath by following eco-friendly crafting ideas, such as those shared by Kiwi Magazine Online. Using old plastic bags is a great way to reduce waste and create something decorative … Read More...