My Favorite Things has just released tons and tons of wonderful new clear stamp sets with themes like bears, cute kids, phrases, thanks, going green, computer geek, bath time, days and loads more. Plus lots of new die cuts like … Read More...
Tutorial: Ribbon Mermaid Doll with a swishy fishy fin
Cathie Filian shows how to make this sweet little Ribbon Mermaid Doll. Her body is made from fabric, but her swishy, fishy fin is made from strips of ribbon. Look at her seashell bikini top! Go to the tutorial.… Read More...
Cookie Painting Tips
I have a confession to make. I’m horribly jealous of the steadiness that must belong to Renee of Kudos Kookies. Pure cookie decorating perfection! Learn cookie painting from the master (ie Renee of Kudos Kookies) with these tips… Read More...
Princess Girl’s Wrap Pullover from Classic Elite
This cute little girl’s wrap/pullover is made from Classic Elite’s Princess yarn. The pattern is free.
Classic Elite says this about it’s yarn. “Princess is a clever blend of several fibers that includes a bit of cashmere and angora. … Read More...
Etsy Craft Party – Everywhere!
Etsy Craft Party is a global initiative to energize your local community, make art together, and throw a party in your neck of the woods. We want to celebrate crafting together on June 18, 2010 (which just happens to be … Read More...
Paper Cup Cupcake Cups
Now, say that title five times fast! Find a clever idea for turning paper cups into cute cupcake cups HERE at Cupcake Confessional. Love it. I’ve already bookmarked this idea for a birthday party I’m hosting soon…
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Tutorial: Hanging door organizer for kids’ toys
Rachael Merrick shares a tutorial over at QFD Creative for making this hanging door organizer. The set of hanging pockets can be used to hold books, crayons, and other small quiet time toys for kids. Don’t have kids (and their … Read More...
Can you imagine shooting “trash ball” hoops with this fun trash can
Lindsey sent in a link to a project over at the spankin’ new blog Recyclers Anonymous but this one just called to me to share. It is a trash can made out of rings of recycled magazine pages and a … Read More...
Inspiration: Metal Mesh Drape Necklace
Originally uploaded by jewelera.etsy.com
This necklace is made by Derya Aksoy and can be found on her Esty shop. You can read more about it at her blog Dream Daily Doddle.
I have chosen this … Read More...
Roundup: Popsicles Big and Small
I’m loving this QuickPop Maker from Zoku.
Learn how to make gigantic popsicles HERE at kookouts.com, found via not martha.
Make (diabetic friendly) pudding pops with Diabetic Living.
Make strawberry yogurt swirl popsicles with Woman’s Day… Read More...
Sewing Pattern : Two-Faced Bloomers for toddler girls
Being two-faced is generally NOT considered a good thing – unless you’re talking about a pair of bloomers for a little girl. The front is made from one fabric print, and the back from another. In this case, two-faced is … Read More...
Tutorial: Father’s Day keychain from an old tie
Misty from Creative Itch shares a link for a quick, easy Father’s Day gift. It uses an old tie to create a mini-tie keychain. How cute!! Read about it and get the link.
[photo from Creative Itch]
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Read all about it: Temporary marking tools for fabric
Keyka Lou Patterns gives a quick review on their blog of several popular ways to create temporary marks on fabric using marking pens & chalks. Read all about them at Keyka Lou Patterns.
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Tutorial: Get cool striped effects when dying fabrics
The folks at RIT Dye tell how you can get a cool striped effect when dying your fabrics. The secret is Elmer’s Clear School Glue. Of course, there’s nothing saying you have to limit yourself to stripes. There are tons … Read More...
Freebie: Bless Our Troops Bears
Visit Squigglefly and download this wonderful patriotic bear digi stamp for free, click here to download.
-Heather
Looking for Patriotic paper, embellishments and supplies? Check these out on Scrapbook.com
B&W quilt along and crafty videos
That Crafty Gemini Vanessa has just posted her third block from her Black and White quilt along. Get the tute. Also, I just discovered she has her own channel on YouTube where she has tons of crafty video tutorials… Read More...
EXQUISITE ABOUT SAYS IT ALL
Exquisite is a great word! To me, if something is exquisite, it’s a treat for both the eyes and the other senses. In crochet, that means touch also. Margaret Maccio and Tuesday Bennett produce exquisite crocheted earrings and necklaces.
You … Read More...
Giveaway: American Crafts Adhesives
American Crafts is running a special promotion with their This to That adhesives. Click here to find out how you can win the entire collection!
Looking for Scrapbooking adhesives? Check these out from Scrapbook.com
Inspiration du Jour : Numbers
Get more inspiration from her gallery and blog.
A Guide to Using Natural Exfoliants
The Natural Beauty Workshop posted a wonderful Guide to Using Natural Exfoliants. I was surprised to learn shredded coconut is a medium exfoliant ideal for body scrubs.