I can’t read anything on this website but check out the insanely cute Moomin paper cut toys!
Not familiar with the Finn Family Moomintroll? Check out the books by Tove Jansson
More Moomin madness on Etsy:
Moomin zippered pouch … Read More...
Tutorial: Crinkled scarf
Disney from Ruffles and Stuff continues the Celebrating Mom series with a tutorial showing how to make this lightweight crinkle scarf. Isn’t it pretty? Get the how-to.
[photo from Ruffles and Stuff]
[tags]sewing, tutorial, crinkle, summer, scarf, lightweight[/tags]
Celebration: A Muse Stamps Birthday
A Muse rubber stamps is celebrating their 9th birthday! Happy Birthday! Check their blog each day for 9 days for lots of exciting news and happenings.
-Heather
Finding the right fabric for your sewing project
Using the right fabric can make all the difference in a sewing project. Debbie from Squiggly Twigs Designs gives us the low-down on the different types of fabrics she sews with – what they’re like, when to use them, and … Read More...
Ice Cream Baseball
Know a baseball and ice cream fanatic? This ice cream scoop baseball would be the perfect treat. Found via Gordon Gossip from AZ Central.
[tags]ice cream, baseball[/tags]
Are you hosting a Baseball themed party? Check out these Baseball Party … Read More...
Homemade Pop Tarts
I’ve posted on homemade Pop Tarts before (this recipe from the fabulous Culinary Concoctions by Peabody), but how can I not post again on this version by Smitten Kitchen? Can one ever have too many homemade Pop Tart … Read More...
Tutorial: Lens Necklace
If you liked last weeks eye glass lens tutorial, check out this one from In My Own Style. The discussion in this tutorial is excellent from the graphic design part to the choice of glue.
Tutorial: Dresden Plate patchwork skirt
Adrianna from Crafterhours shows how to make this adorable Dresdent Plate patchwork skirt for little girls. I love that scalloped hem!! Go to the tutorial.
[photo from Crafterhours]
[tags]sewing, tutorial, dresden plate, patchwork, skirt, girls[/tags]
Mother’s Day Contest from Log Your Memory
Log Your Memory is holding a contests to find A Very Special Mommy! Nominate a friend with a baby under one year old, or one who is about to become a mommy, for this grand prize that includes the Baby’s … Read More...
Beautiful Tartlettes for Fall
Sigh. These tarts make me wish for Fall, even as the bright, Spring sun streams through my windows. Alas, those in the Southern Hemisphere can enjoy these frangipane with cocoa and hazelnut tartelettes with chocolate leaves, fudge pearls and apple … Read More...
Video Tutorials: Cutting Gum Paste with a Cricut
I had never heard of the Cricut machines until recently, and now it seems they are everywhere (even my mom mentioned them to me, and she has no clue what gum paste is. right, mom?) I’m so curious about these … Read More...
Celebration: Crafty Secrets National Scrapbook Day
Be sure to visit the Crafty Secrets blog all this week as they celebrate National Scrapbooking Day. They’ll be having $500 in giveaways, free downloads, samples and ideas starting April 26th through May 1st.
-Heather
RING A LING
Ever thought to crochet a ring? Here are some interesting crocheted rings:
http://justordinarydayofmi.blogspot.com/2010/04/blue-ring.html
Another kind of ring can be seen here:
http://www.craftster.org/forum/index.php?topic=6433
and includes a link to a tutorial. Quite helpful.
And, if you have loooong fingers (and I do, … Read More...
Tutorial: Make an envelope-style reusable gift bag
Lia from Lia’s Space shows how to make this envelope-style reusable gift bag. Just put your gift item in the fabric pouch, close the flap, and tie the attached ribbons to keep it closed. It can be used again and … Read More...
Sewing Pattern: Super easy gathered skirt from a fitted sheet
Laura Bray from Katydiddy shares a tutorial on her blog explaining how to make a gathered skirt out of a fitted sheet. It takes less than 10 minutes and JUST ONE SEAM. Seriously. I’m adding “fitted sheets” to my must-hoard … Read More...
Tutorial: Digi Lift a Paper Scrapbook Page
Diana Martin of the Kenner Road Design Team takes you through the steps to scraplift a paper page in digital format. Click here to go to tutorial.
Inspiration du Jour – Oh Snap!
Get more inspiration from her gallery and blog.
Owens Acres
Owens Acres offers several products that scream spring & summer – namely the lovely Sunflower and Bee Lotion Bars.
Tutorial: Sew exfoliating salt scrub pouches
The Mother Huddle shows how to make exfoliating salt scrub pouches for the shower or bath. Use these little pouches to slough off the dead winter skin. You can make these little pouches out of washcloths, and then fill them … Read More...
Easy Schmeasy For Mother’s Day
These are so pretty! You could work one or two up very quickly. I think most moms would like them. Teachers too. Get the free pattern at the link below the photo.
Here are a few other … Read More...