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These amazingly artisitc mole skin blank journals are created by Camilla Olsson Art.
They are plain journals (blank pages, no lines or squares) from Moleskine (Cahier). With a collage of vintages book pages on bottom and painted with acrylics and … Read More...
So last week I promised a free pattern of my Slouchy Shirt. I had hoped to get it up on Friday, but several straight days with major headache prevented me from getting it done. Thankfully, the headaches lifted this … Read More...
It’s almost Mother’s Day in the United States, so I thought it would be fun this week to look at some gift knitting projects that would be great for moms, women graduating high school or college, or any other gift-giving … Read More...
Shawnta from Shawnta Sews shows how to make these super cute bow-back leggings. The bows are a simple addition when making a pair of leggings. You’ll need to use a pattern that has separate pieces for the front and back … Read More...
Valerie, from Inner Child Fun, claims this is a wonderful quiet time activity for children and I must say I do agree with her. Not only will the children have fun quietly playing with these homemade blocks, older kids … Read More...
Cami from Tidbits guest blogs at Make It and Love It giving 6 reasons why pastry cloths are helpful in the kitchen, and also sharing a tutorial showing how you can make one. It’s made from two layers of unbleached … Read More...
Marni from Haberdashery Fun shows how to make this double pocket fold-up organizing pouch. The pockets have clear vinyl fronts so you can see what’s inside, and Velcro at the ends for easy open and close. The whole folds up … Read More...
Turn a 12″x12″ pieces of pattern paper into a tiny album or fold out card. The Echo Park Paper blog has directions.
-Heather
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Kesi’art has this free set of printable travel themed labels and tags in French. Perfect for Francophones, Francophiles and those making a trip in a French speaking country! Click here to download.
Jennifer Wilson explains her thoughts behind her philosophy of Practical Scrapbooking and how she can help you scrapbook the things that are important to you, without feeling pressure or the need to constantly search for ideas. Click here to read … Read More...
I was at Craftcation a few weeks ago and I met the two guys behind the website T & A Leather, Todd and Anthony and they sell these great accessories made from recycled leather. If you’re in the market … Read More...
A series of fun bracelet making projects, ostensibly for the kiddos but the techniques work great even for adult projects. These projects all introduce important construction options with polymer clay – the use of various materials for armatures and … Read More...
The most memorable weddings are those that tell a story. The same is true of our homes. In her new book, The Stuff of Life
, interiors stylist Hilary Robertson shares stunning images and thoughtful insights on our possessions, and … Read More...
This cute little turtle holds a special secret. It’s a box! Remove his shell and you have s pretty well hidden box to hold a small treasure. It’s easy to make and would make a cute gift for all ages, … Read More...
I think this adorable Ice cream party backdrop should be the backdrop to my kitchen. It is super cute and just makes you want to smile. The tutorial is easier than you can imagine and it has so much potential … Read More...
Zaira of “Mango and Passion Fruit” is Brazilian, but lives in London with her husband since 2008. She is sharing this adorable “felt robot Tutorial” from Merry’s Etsy shop “Little Brown Byrd” is responsible for this and a … Read More...
Heather from Feather’s Flights shows how you can refashion an adult’s or older child’s cardigan into a cute cardigan onesie for a baby. She includes a free pattern that you can use to make one in a 0-3 month size. … Read More...
If you’re new to sewing, all those triangles and arrows and lines scattered around on a pattern piece may seem haphazard. But they all have meaning. Some tell you where to match pieces together, others tell how you should place … Read More...
Mother’s Day is a few weekends away!
My 3 Monsters shows you how to make your own edible fruit bouquet for your Mom. I wouldn’t recommend this if you are shipping gifts to your Mother.
Amy Gregson made these with … Read More...
