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Here is an easy dessert that can be enjoyed by all this summer. Banana Fosters without the alcohol and the flames. Pavani at Cook’s Hideout got this recipe from The Food Network. Pavani provides her homemade … Read More...
There’s something about using cloth napkins. They just feel nicer – and set a prettier table – than paper napkins. And they’re better for the environment, too. Eden from Sugar and Charm shows how you can make a set of … Read More...
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Give Dad chocolate cake for Father’s Day! Especially this dark rich chocolate one made from Stout beer. This one particular by Hannah at the Domestic Gothess is created with Guinness. Dad will enjoy this cake along … Read More...
I love when crafts go beyond their intended use. Why cross stitch aida when you can cross stitch a pullover! Really love this!
You can make your very own using the simple tutorial here. DIY Heart Cross Stitch Pullover.
These lighted milk houses are made using recycled milk and juice containers. Use pieces of colored paper to add feature windows. These would make a lovely minimalist scene. Recycled Milk Carton Houses
Have you heard about the movie Yarn? This documentary by Una Lorenzen made its American debut at SXSW in March and has also had a showing in Newport Beach, Calif.
It’s all about the knitters and crocheters who are keeping … Read More...
Glitter pens have been popular for years but recently they’ve been taken up a notch from gel pens to more of a brush marker style that adds pretty color and shimmer. I personally have been using Wink of Stella
for … Read More...
Get your Bohemian style on with this easy faux stained glass feather project by Mark Montano. Aren’t these just super amazing? Hang in the window, embellish a dream catcher or create a beautiful mobile!
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Meet Sunny Bonnet Susie’s new companion, Sunny Boy Sam. I bet he grows up to be a great Daddy. And to all Daddy’s, especially quilting dads, have a happy Father’s Day, June 19th. Linda Leathersich and Stephanie Sheridan of Stitched … Read More...
Denise from DIY Crush shows a quick tip for removing all of your straight pins at once, or at least all of the straight pins down a long straight seam. This is so smart! I think this would be particularly … Read More...
After 9.11, a good friend and I got busy. Every evening after work we sewed and stitched until we had a twin size bed quilt ready to ship to New York. Done, in two weeks. A few months later, we … Read More...
If you’re looking for a way to add a soft subtle background to your cards and scrapbook pages try stenciling with your ink pads and these cool Clarity Stencil Brushes. It’s a quick way to add a colorful impact! Jennifer … Read More...
Looking for that summer cocktail to enjoy this summer? Here is one that combines a daiquiri and sangria with frozen strawberries. You could use fresh to, but would have to add ice. Fresh is always best in my book. A … Read More...
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One of the other great fruit besides berries to enjoy in the summer is watermelon. A sweet way to get hydrated. This watermelon ice cream float by Jocelyn at Grandbaby Cakes will be a sweet and … Read More...
These soft knit shorties are perfect warm weather wear for babies and toddlers. Or, layer them over tights when the weather turns cooler. Terra from Mama Says Sew shares a tutorial at Make It and Love It showing how easy … Read More...
I love cutting up t-shirts as stretch fabric is so comfortable and the graphics on t-shirts are so fun. This link sent in by Petro to the blog Creative Homemaking where the step by step tutorial on how to make … Read More...
Two Peas & Their Pod
Summer is here and it’s a good time to work on routines with the kids and teaching them new skills. Breakfast is a good start, especially if they are going to be on their own … Read More...
Mike from The Crafty Gentleman shows how you can sew a simple satchel-inspired case for your laptop or tablet. Don’t let the buckle straps fool you – this is actually an easy project to make! AND it would make an … Read More...
Summer is a season of fairs and festivals, and if you’re a crafter, you’re probably gearing up for your next big craft fair. Whether you’re a seasoned veteran or a first-timer, you’re probably aware that these events can be hectic … Read More...
Because I’ve been planning fiber arts classes for children, and I don’t have a whole lot of experience teaching kids to knit beyond the basics, I’ve been looking into some books specifically about knitting for kids lately.
