Heather Powers – who makes luscious beads over at Humblebeads and used to be the editor for this here blog – has an online class coming. It’s called the Art of Color and it will be a bit of a … Read More...
Party Ideas Super Hero
This DIY Super Hero party round-up is actually from my own son’s party. I created a theme around the backdrop wallpaper I picked up on sale for $14. It created an amazing cityscape that the kids loved having their photos … Read More...
Ta Dah!: Applique garden quilt
Wendy at Snippets of a Quilter just finished her “Le Jardin” quilt. She used a Bunny Hill pattern to applique a beautiful garden full of flowers, bunnies and more. Nice job!
Image credit: Snippets of a Quilter
Straight lines stitched and plowed
The quilting rows in the patchwork project (above), created by Svetlana of s.o.t.a.k. handmade, made me think of this photo I took of a farm field in the Mississippi Delta (below).
Simple lines make a strong design aesthetic, especially … Read More...
No Sew Felt Lollipops tutorial
Becky of “all in one days time” has this darling “No Sew Felt Lollipops tutorial” that would be perfect for so many occasions such and a children’s party or make them in Red, white and blue for the summer holidays. … Read More...
Tutorial: Twirly skirt for an 18″ doll
Stephanie from The TipToe Fairy shows how you can make a pretty twirly skirt for an American Girl or other 18″ doll. You can probably find the pieces you need for this in your scrap bin, especially if you have … Read More...
Tutorial: No-sew fringed t-shirt bag
You can make this fringed hobo bag out of an old t-shirt, with no sewing required. Upstairs Circus has the how-to. It’s easy to do, with just some simple cuts and some knotting. This would be such a fun project … Read More...
Homemade Microwave Potato Chips
Love salty snacks? Did you think you could make chips in the microwave? Skeptical?
All the above for me, but Nicole Harris from Wonky Wonderful has the recipe to make crispy chips in the microwave. She uses a mandoline to … Read More...
Inspiration: Cross Stitch on Crochet Footstool
I am such a fan of seeing cross stitch in unconventional ways. When we as cross stitchers show the world that you can cross stitch on anything and in any form, we promote the craft/art. It makes me very happy! … Read More...
Free pattern: Little girl’s long-sleeved A-line dress
Small Dreamfactory shares a free pattern for making this little girl’s long sleeved dress. Made from a stretch knit fabric, it’s a cute and practical playdress. The simple lines show off a fun fabric print or make a blank canvas … Read More...
DIY Wood Shaped Necklace
Pinch the wood sticks from the kid and craft your own layered wood necklace. Whilst I love the natural color of this, I would love to see it in a dark varnish too. A pair of matching earring would be … Read More...
Melt And Pour Soap Recipe- Sweet Almond Butter and Oatmeal
This simple melt and pour soap has the added benefits of Almond butter and Oatmeal. The tutorial is easy to follow and perfect for beginners. For the full instruction and photos visit day2daysupermom.com.
Tutorial: Embroidered Lampshade
Want to spruce up your house without spending a ton of money? Belinda Graham at Tutesplus.com created this tutorial for embroidering a lampshade. It is an easy project, but can take … Read More...
Summer Fun with Kiwi Crate
Are you familiar with Kiwi Crate? It is something that will bring excitement to a child and relief to parents. It is something that will help pass the time and stimulate the mind. It is a box — or Crate … Read More...
Tutorial: Lettuce edge hem
A lettuce edge is a easy type of hem to add to knit fabrics. It creates a little ruffle around the bottom of your garment. And it’s easy to make, taking advantage of the tendency of knit fabric to stretch … Read More...
Decoupage a family photo bracelet.
I think this photo bracelet that Justine from Sew Country Chick is beautiful! She uses Mod Podge Dimensional Magic
to give it shine and dimension!
Get the tutorial here- Decoupage a family photo bracelet on Mod Podge Rocks.
Freebie: Vintage Alice in Wonderland Image
Digital Stamp Design has this fabulous vintage Alice in Wonderland digital stamp image to download for free. I love Alice and can’t wait to make something with this!
-Heather
Cute Clay Creatures
Cute, clay, creatures… sometimes alliteration is the way to go. Some of the cute critters and creatures by polymer clayers on Etsy:
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| Little Gnome by MonstrousFish | Hedgehog Earrings by ElisaRadaelli |
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| Chameleon Pendant by Twiggynkaa | Tiny Sloth Totem by AnimalitoClay |
Are you SMART?
How are you at setting stitchy goals or timetables? Me…I am horrible at it unless it is for a swap that I am in. I get stuck in ruts or overpower myself with way too many patterns that I … Read More...
Freebie: Good Holiday
Vacation time is just around the corner for a lot of us. It is time to hit the beach and sun our buns! Don’t forget the sunscreen, no one wants burnt buns! Lesbrodeusesparisiennes.com offers this adorable retro vacation/holiday pattern to … Read More...