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by Katie Smith
by Katie Smith
Here is a fun project for the summer- a Beaded Tassel Bag! Katie from Running with a Glue Gun shared this on her blog and I think it’s cute! Tassels are pretty trendy right now and if you make a … Read More...
The Hero Arts website has a lovely floral card showing how to use variegated their Ombre’ colored ink pads and layering stamps for a look that is almost 3-D! The fact these a clear stamps makes it so easy to … Read More...
by Sarah White
Over the weekend, when we were done dyeing our Easter eggs, I decided to use some of the leftover dye to dye some yarn. It’s really simple and if you use vinegar in the dye solution the colors should … Read More...
1. If you sew you’re gonna love this fabricated “Irish Blessing!” With a fun twist on the traditonal irish Blessing, this free printable will make sure that your sewing room is always in great shape! You can choose between green … Read More...
by Sarah White
I have this random collection of Debbie Macomber knitting booklets from Leisure Arts to give away today. They do a pattern book to go with each of her knitting fiction books, and I somehow have three of them:
Hannah’s List… Read More...
Before we get into the list that we have compiled for you, here are some generic photo ideas
Natural backdrops: Use natural elements like trees, flowers, or a picturesque landscape as a backdrop for your photos. This can add a … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
Ella and Nesta’s Little Room shows how you can make this heart-shaped mug rug. It folds up to create a little fabric envelope. You could easily tuck a couple of tea bags into it as you’re folding it up. The … Read More...
Mermaids are kind of a big deal right now with little girls. If your little one is asking for a mermaid party, then you will want to look through our list of 8 mermaid birthday cakes. Whether you are making … Read More...
by Sarah White
The latest collection from Brooklyn Tweed was recently released, and if you’re into knitting cozy sweaters and other projects full of texture, you need to check it out.
Norah Gaughan fans will also want to pay the lookbook a visit… Read More...
by Anne Weaver
Melissa from Polkadot Chair shares a tutorial for making her Sweet Heart Zip Pouch. It’s a cute little zippered pouch – perfect for holding nail polishes or pencils & pens or whatever else needs containing – embellished on the front … Read More...
I swung by and found hearts on Etsy. Which just goes to show again how creative clay folks are and how much play there is with even a simple theme:
![]() Ombre Heart Pendant by EleinsKingdom |
![]() Hostess Set by KatarooClay |
![]() Inspirational |
by Sarah White
A lot of knitters are intimidated by color knitting, whether because they’re afraid of the techniques or because they don’t want to pick colors they end up not liking together. Nguyen Le tries to take some of the fear and … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
Vanessa from V & Co. shares a tutorial at Bernina’s We All Sew showing how to make her Button Tote. She starts with a purchased canvas tote and embellishes it with a square of bright buttons arranged in an ombre … Read More...
Plastic utensils are usually found in most homes fairly easily, and if not, they can be found at the dollar store for not much money at all. If you have a stash of plastic spoons laying around and have been … Read More...
by Sarah White
Every time I do a roundup of cowl knitting patterns, it seems like another round of the projects hits my email box. That’s a good problem to have because cowls are fun to knit and really useful. I don’t wear … Read More...
by Sarah White
I have been feeling the desire to knit a lot of hats lately, which is kind of funny because I don’t wear hats all that often. I usually only wear mine when my daughter makes me go out and play … Read More...
Are you hosting Thanksgiving dinner at your home this year? If you are planning to have guests, or have even offered to help with the big day, these 8 place settings will add the perfect finishing touch to your beautiful … Read More...
Polymer clay is one of the best products to use for jewelry making. It starts out extremely pliable, thus the name of “clay”, allowing you to form it into any shape you choose. It is also very easy to mix … Read More...
by Vikram Goyal
If you’re looking for a unique way to add some ambiance to your next event, look no further than water balloon luminaries. These little gems are a fun and creative way to add some magic to any occasion. They’re easy … Read More...