I absolutely completely wanted to enter the Hello, Cupcake “Design Your DC” cupcake contest and absolutely completely forgot. (The contest was recently held by a local cupcake bakery for amateur cupcake makers. I guess since I was a “professional” cookie … Read More...
Tutorial: Make a reusable market bag
Susan from Living with Punks shows how to make this reusable market bag. The finishing on this bag looks professional, with edge stitching and crisp side seams. A fabric-covered piece of cardboard provides support for the bottom. Go to the … Read More...
Tutorial: Make a ruffled halter dress for little girls
Nicole at Create and Delegate shares a tutorial for her Playground Dress for little girls. This ruffled halter dress can be made from two adult t-shirts. Go to the tutorial.
[photo from Create and Delegate]
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Tips on Micro Torches
If you are thinking about buying a micro torch, you might want to check out this recent chat with Kristal Wick and Denise Peck of Jewelry Making Daily and Beadmaking Daily.
It should answer a lot of your questions about … Read More...
Project: Inked and Stamped Metal Art
Visit the Cloth Paper Scissors blog for instructions from Jenn Mason how to make this cool metal wall hanging using Adirondack Inks and metal stamps. Add a photo and it’s a perfect gift for Father’s Day! Click here for instructions.… Read More...
Ladybug Treat Roundup
When I came across this Ladybug Treat Roundup, I couldn’t help but feel inspired. It’s not just about creating adorable snacks, but about tapping into the magic of ladybugs to make something fun, colorful, and a bit nostalgic. This … Read More...
Girly Girl Blanket!
Does your girl love pink? If so, this is the blanket for her. (Yes, I realize it can be knit in any color….), but it looks just so cute in bright NEON PINK!!
See? isn’t it cool? Free pattern courtesy … Read More...
Pea Pod Baby Shower Cookies
Learn how to make these cute baby-in-a-pea pod cookies HERE at Brown Eyed Baker.Step-by-step instructions and photographs included!
[tags]pea pod, baby, shower, cookie decorating[/tags]
So You Want To Design Your Own Sweater?
Knitpicks can help! They’ve got a whole blog post dedicated to “Who Wants To Knit A Sweater” to guide you along. Complete with videos! You can’t go wrong with videos….
Embellishing with Needle Felting
Kathleen Cubley of Knitting Daily tells us that her local fabric shop sells some fabulous felt squares, and she has wanted to make something with them for a long time. She thought it would be fun to turn these squares … Read More...
Recycle aprons into curtains
This is such an adorable idea and great for those of you “no sewers” out there. Grab yourself a couple of aprons and pop them on up over a window for an instant window treatment. Just perfect for a kitchen … Read More...
Miniature Briefcase for Father’s Day
Seven year old polymer clay artist made this cute little briefcase for her dad for Father’s day. It’s even stuffed with miniature money!
Click here to see more pictures at the Garie’s Creations website.
[tags]father’s day, polymer clay, briefcase, miniatures, … Read More...
Tutorial: DIY Frilly Summer Dress from a long skirt
Thera Joyce from Crafty Pirate shows how to take a long, gathered skirt and turn it into a short, frilly summer dress. Some ribbon (for straps), some lace (for trim at the bottom), some elastic, and a few seams is … Read More...
Pretty Hat!
A hat? In summer? Seriously? Yeah, because not last night, but the night before it frosted up here. Yes, frost! Tomatoes and peppers that weren’t covered – toast! So, yes, a hat in the summer.
This pattern, graciously furnished by … Read More...
Get a guest spot on Needle ‘n’ Thread
Mary Corbet of Needle ‘n’ Thread blog is seeking guest bloggers. She says,
… Read More...If you stitch, if you write about needlework or textiles on a blog, if you have a hand-made enterprise for needlework-related goods (like an Etsy or Artfire
DMC gives us half-cross-stitch
DMCThread’s Blog is touting the wonders of half-cross-stitch and the thrill of using needlepoint charts for counted embroidery. Don’t you just love it when our stitchy passions cross-pollinate! Get details from the DMC post. And check back for a … Read More...
Rice Pudding and Fruit Sushi
I’ve seen many a take on sushi writing this blog (the real stuff, cupcake versions, candy versions, and Rice Krispie treat versions). But never a rice pudding version. Learn how to this sushi HERE at Sugar Buzz. (A google … Read More...
Tutorial: “Lucite” Bracelet
Fancy a lucite bangle, but don’t want to search for one that is both your style and afforable? Well, look no further. With only a shower curtain ring, your choice of fabric or paper and a bit of Mod Podge… Read More...
Tutorial: Make an insulated lunch tote from recycled materials
Jill from Creating My Way to Success made this insulated lunch tote out of recycled materials. The insulating layer is actually a reflective car windshield cover. What a cool idea for repurposing!! She shares a tutorial showing how she did … Read More...
Tutorial: Easy fusible applique shapes with a Cricut cutter
Applique is easy when you use fusible webbing. But did you know that you can cut your fusible applique shapes with a Cricut electronic cutter? Typically these cutters are used for scrapbooking and paper crafts, but a fabric blade allows … Read More...