Technically it’s South Pasadena, but that’s still in Los Angeles County. Welcome Bullseye Glass to the Los Angeles area! I couldn’t be happier. It is literally a three minute drive, in traffic, from my studio. I’ll be attending my first … Read More...
Tutorial: Miniature Donuts
Stéphanie Kilgast – aka Petit Plat – makes some of the prettiest food miniatures out there. She also shares videos, photos and tutorials all the time including this sweet miniature donut one to try. If you can’t find the right … Read More...
Crafted Applique book and blog hop
Piece or applique? Most quilters prefer one over the other. Those firmly in the piece camp may want to pick up a copy of Lara Buccella’s new book Crafted Applique: New Possibilities. Lara teaches a variation of raw edge … Read More...
Birthday Cake Cookie and Pudding Pie
photo credit: The Cookie Writer
Is it a cake, cookie or pie? The flavors of a cake in cookie and pudding form made into a pie. I may have to make up some birthdays to have an excuse to make … Read More...
Mint Julep Derby Ice Cream Float with Homemade Mint Ice Cream
photo credit: Boulder Locavore
The Derby may be over, but you can still enjoy this ice cream float throughout the summer. You can serve a non-alcoholic version to the kids to enjoy and then follow Toni’s direction for the adult … Read More...
Strawberry Chocolate Cake
photo credit: OMG Chocolate Desserts
How yummy does this look? I’m not a chocolate lover, but would be happy to see a sliver of this on my plate. Vera from OMG Chocolate Desserts has assured her readers this is a … Read More...
KFC Edible Nail Polish
photo credit: Money CNN
The Far East come up with some really far out ideas. Have you seen the new nail polish created for Hong Kong customers? Kentucky Fried Chicken and Ogilvy & Mather have created an edible nail polish. … Read More...
Vegan Avocado Caprese Pasta Salad
photo credit: Emilie Eats
I love caprese salads in any form, but I think I love this vegan version even better. Using avocado in place of the cheese, perfection! Emilie Eats using brown rice pasta. I have to say that … Read More...
Bird’s Nest Cake Topper
photo credit: The Bakers Party Shop
This adorable bird’s nest cake topper is edible and perfect for a spring bridal shower, baby shower, garden party, and even a bird lover’s birthday cake. Esther at The Bakers Party Shop shows you … Read More...
Crafting with Items Found in Nature
With the warmer weather quickly approaching, we’ll be spending more time outside and exploring the outdoors. This post from the blog Red Ted Art has some great ideas for crafting with materials found in nature. You’ll never look at the … Read More...
No Bake Pumpkin Tiramisu
photo credit: Rolling Spoons
Because pumpkin shouldn’t be limited to the fall, this no bake pumpkin tiramisu is perfect for the spring and summer months. Even in the summer months, there are some cool days that you need to enjoy … Read More...
How To Back Stitch Trellis
Here is a list of tutorials on how to achieve the Back Stitch Trellis Stitch. It is great for filling in large areas.
Does This Really Work? – DIY Bed Wetting Cure
You may have heard of this natural remedy before but have you actually tried it? Use Cypress Essential oil to calm an over active bladder and reduce and potentially cure bedtime accidents. Does it sound too good to be true? … Read More...
Free Pattern – Little Girls Crochet Top
This little girls top is so pretty. I love the texture the different stitches give it. I must say I know a certain little girl in our house who would love this as it is in her favourite color. You … Read More...
Project: Mixed Media Tag
Each month designer Tim Holtz shares an amazing tag full of mixed media and stamping tips and techniques. For the month of May he’s flashing back to some of his favorite ideas combining them into a whole new tag. Learn … Read More...
Mother’s Day
Happy Mother’s Day to all the moms, grandmas, aunts, and dads that have to play mom. May your day be filled with love, new and old memories, and some well deserved me time.
Project: Baby Card Box
Busy new mothers might need to send out lots of thank you cards for all the gifts and help they’ve received but they probably don’t have time to make or buy cards. Gift them a set of cards you make … Read More...
Tutorial: No-sew pom pom umbrella
Everything is made cuter with pom pom trim, and this umbrella is no exception. So cute you might actually be hoping for a rainy day just to carry this around! Jess from The Sewing Rabbit shows how you can make … Read More...
Sewing kit essentials, and the items you can do without
Want to learn to sew, but overwhelmed by all the tools and notions? Anna from Tea and a Sewing Machine has some help for you. She gives a list of the must-have items for a sewing kit. But she doesn’t … Read More...
Red, White, and Blue Ice Cubes
photo credit: belly full
Dress up those boring ice cubes for your next barbecue or gathering. Is it to early to think about Memorial Day or 4th of July? Maybe you can make these for a superhero party. Amy at … Read More...