Use a butterfly punch and embellishments to make this pretty card, the direction can be found over at the Echo Park Paper blog. I love the 3D dimension on this card!
-Heather
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Doily Dream catcher Tutorial
Fern of “Crafter-holic” has this stunning “Doily Dream catcher Tutorial” that I think would make an amazing Mother’s Day gift. Get out those old doilies and gather some twigs from the yard and mom will sleep easy. Thanks Fern for … Read More...
Mother’s Day DIY: Make A Pompom Bouquet!
Michael of “Michael Ann Made” is sharing a very pretty variety of “Mother’s Day “Pompom Bouquets” with complete tutorials. As you can see from the picture several colors and different stems are used. Michael has the tutorial for making the … Read More...
Freebie: Spring Cupcake
I LOVE cupcakes! I mean really…what is not to love? Small little bits of cake-such the best! Lesley Teare has the cutest little spring time cupcake for you to stitch up. The strawberry is the icing on the cake. HA! … Read More...
Tutorial: Finish a baby blanket with satin blanket binding
Shelly from Giggles and Beans shows how to sew wide satin binding around the edge of a baby blanket. The blanket itself is simply two squares of flannel set wrong sides together. Her tutorial includes how to fold the binding … Read More...
From the Del Thomas collection
This is one of the many wonderful art quilts Kelly (I Have A Notion) was lucky enough to see in person. Every quilt is owned by art quilter, collector and patron, Del Thomas.
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Read my review of Creating PDF Patterns and enter the giveaway
Earlier today I posted in our Giveaways section with a review and giveaway of Lauren Dahl’s Pattern Workshop course, Creating PDF Patterns: From Sketch to Sale.
I’m only a third of the way through the course and my mind … Read More...
17 Stunning Outdoor Lighting Ideas
Welcome to this roundup of 17 outdoor lighting ideas from scatteredthoughtsofacraftymom. These ideas are not only beautiful and romantic, but they’re also easy to implement and require little to no electrical expertise. Whether you’re looking to add some ambiance to … Read More...
How To: Plastic Canvas Placemats
Yahoo! It’s spring! Warm weather! It’s time to move the party outside and that includes a dinner party. What better way to make a statement than with these colorful Plastic Canvas Placemats by Diane at Crafty Pod. Not … Read More...
Make Your Own Brown Sugar
I don’t bake a lot, especially in the summer. So when it starts to cool or we have a rainy day,and I want to bake. Brown sugar is always my downfall. Either I don’t have it or it is in … Read More...
How to make wooden backdrops
Since so many of you were interested in the faux driftwood project I featured I bet you will like this link Nikki sent in tho the blog Tikkido where there is a great tutorial on how to make weathered wood … Read More...
Free pattern: Girl’s knit tank top
Jamie from Scattered Thoughts of a Crafty Mom shares a free pattern for a girl’s knit tank top. You can sew them up quickly for a cute and cool spring and summer wardrobe. For a dress, extend the hem down … Read More...
Handprints Around the World
This is a fun handprint craft you can make for Earth Day. To make the picture, you simply paint your kid’s palm and fingers and have the press it onto paper or even a stretched canvas. Add the extra details … Read More...
Tutorial: Brushstroke pillow covers
Lana Red Studio shows how you can make these hand painted brushstroke pillow covers. She used old IKEA curtains as an inexpensive source of fabric, but of course you could use yardage if you wanted. Once you have the fabric … Read More...
5 Tutorials For Making Beeswax Candles
Candle making has been a beloved craft for centuries, with countless materials used to create the perfect candle. However, in recent years, beeswax has emerged as a popular choice for many candle makers. Beeswax has a natural and pleasant aroma, … Read More...
Free pattern: Tablet carrier bag
Joanne from Craft Passion shares a free pattern for making this tablet carrier bag. It looks and carries like a chic tote, but it’s sized to hold your an iPad or other tablet. The top closure has two options – … Read More...
DIY Pastel Cake Topper
Love this painterly pastel cake topper DIY created by The Proper Pinwheel and featured at Inspired by This! Get the complete tutorial and supply list here.
{Monday Moods at DIY Weddings} Strawberry Shortcake
Strawberry shortcake is a long-standing spring tradition for my family, so of course I had to share this delicious inspiration board from Elegance and Enchantment. Love the pretty colors and sweet details!
{Monday Moods at DIY Weddings} Spring Tulips
Spring has been a long time coming in my corner of the world! But sunny skies, warm breezes, and blooming trees and flowers are finally here! I thought I would share a bit of spring inspiration today featuring pastel tulips … Read More...
Tips: How to Use Digital Stamps
Are you new to digital / digi stamps? Heard of them (or not:)) and wondering how to use them? The Some Odd Girl stamps site has a wonderful detailed e-book to download for free showing you how to get started … Read More...