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Burlap is still a hot decorating item for parties and decorations around the house.
Joshua John Russell has used that inspiration and created his burlap version in frosting. Joshua shows you how to create the burlap effect and also has … Read More...
I feel like I kind of needed a little bit of love and pick me up this week. This free pattern from Domestic Deficit Disorder is just what the doctor ordered. It says the right thing without going overboard. The … Read More...
One thing the summer has in abundance is sun. Jane from Buzzmills shows how you can use the sun, some summer flowers, and a product called Inkodye to create a custom print skirt. Her tutorial is part of the Summer … Read More...
If you love making cute little miniature clay sculptures, these 6 videos from YouTube are something you need to check out. Each of them have detailed visual instructions for you to create your own version of these tiny pieces of … Read More...
I am swooning over this fun and colorful fence idea. This would be a great piece of art to have in your yard, while adding a touch of privacy as well. It may take you a little time to find … Read More...
Snow White is my absolute favorite Disney character. I just love the movie and the animation is so rich and beautiful. I was excited when I stumbled upon Q is for Quilter’s vintage Snow White embroidery patterns. This is … Read More...
This beautiful chunky rose ring is made using Ric Rac. I love the color too! The Ribbon Retreat is am amazing site with some great tutorials. Now we have another excuse to save those scraps of ribbon. Full Ric Rac … Read More...
Shellie Wilson of our sister blog “craft bits” has this cute “Halloween Skeleton Banner tutorial” for us to make, it is never too early to think Halloween! The retail stores have had their Halloween decorations out for a month. Shellie … Read More...
Jessica from Running With Scissors made a special backpack for him to carry his favorite stuffed animal to school for Teddy Bear Day. She shares a tutorial showing how she did it. It has a flat round bottom and webbing … Read More...
Before you send your kids back to school, make up one or more of these personalized Tic-Tac mint packages to give to them as a nice surprise. Choose from 5 different designs that each offers their own cure for problems … Read More...
Rachel from Adventures in Making is sharing a tutorial for creating these awesome little Dip Dyed Treasure Bags!
Here’s what Rachel has to say about her project- “Do you collect little treasures throughout your day? I’m always on the lookout … Read More...
Rachel, from The Crafted Life, is one of my favorite DIY bloggers. Her posts are always inspiring, and this one is no exception!
Rachel posted a tutorial showing her readers how to press flowers. The few times I’ve tried to … Read More...
Here’s another multi-photo sketch: enough space for 2 4×6 photos and 2 2×2 photos. A good layout for mixing regular prints with Instagram shots.
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Ingrid at Sewing Lab shares a tutorial showing how she made this cactus pincushion that I am absolutely in love with. The cactus is potted in a small ceramic planter, but the plant is actually made from fabric. A gathered … Read More...
Kate from See Kate Sew shares a free pattern to make a gemstone zippered pouch. They’re made in a solid cotton in the shape of a gem, with metallic thread stitching to draw the lines and facets of the gem. … Read More...
Do you know someone leaving on a trip, moving away or maybe heading off to collage? Send them off in style with this adorable 3D travel case card. The Whiff of Joy blog has instructions and a printable template pattern … Read More...
I have a winner for my book giveaway. Via Random. org, the draw goes to Anne Marie, commentor #24. I adore her procrastination story, her wedding day no less. I will contact Anne Marie privately to let her know she … Read More...
My readers haven’t been very helpful lately! No one – not one person – emailed me asking me who the winner of the July Giveaway for 100 colorful ripple stitche
s was!! It completely slipped my mind. So, I … Read More...
Anne from WobiSobi shares a tutorial at I Love To Create showing how you can make this off the shoulder sequin top, with no sewing required. Her t-shirt refashion can be done with just scissors and fabric glue – and … Read More...
Louise from I’m Feelin’ Crafty shares a tutorial for making a simple duffle bag. Don’t get thrown off by the round shape – it’s actually a fairly simple bag to make. You can make them in any size. The one … Read More...
