Did you know today was National Apricot Day? I’m glad I found a blog that informs me of interesting facts to pass on to you. Although, I always think of it as a summer fruit. This recipe sounds scrumptious and … Read More...
Party Ideas – Tape Block
I am not sure what to call this party theme but it is lovely! The simple tape lines are bright and colorful and very modern. This theme would be perfect for a brunch, bridal shower or use pink and blue … Read More...
DIY Paper Flower Arch
Hard to believe the blooms on this stunning arch are made from coffee filters and tissue paper! Sweet Sunday Events and EE Photography share the complete instructions for making your own at Ruffled.
Make Headbands With Fabric Scarps
Rina from Oomanoot shows how you can make a pretty headband out of your fabric scraps. A bit of elastic at the bottom will help them fit snug. They’re quick and easy to sew up. They’re cute left plain, but … Read More...
Valentine Craft: DIY Felt Pocket Hand Warmers
What better way can you show love on Valentine’s Day to anyone you love than with these “Valentine Craft: DIY Felt Pocket Hand Warmers” from “The Peaceful Mom” hosted by Kimberlee! Warm the hands as well as the heart of … Read More...
Free pattern: Chic lunch tote
Remona from The Stitching Scientist shares a free pattern for this chic lunch tote. It holds a lunch but it carries like a purse. In fact, it’s a petite and simplified version of her Carnaby Carry All Bag (also a … Read More...
13 Hand-Painted Wedding Cakes
I’ve been seeing lots of hand-painted wedding cakes lately, and they are such a beautiful trend! I love the gorgeous painted blooms on the cake shown above from weddingbells.ca. For 12 more inspiring, painterly cakes visit this round-up at … Read More...
Tutorial: How to make a continuous placket
Melissa from Blank Slate Patterns and Melly Sews shares a tutorial for making a continuous placket, like the one she used in the grown-up version of the Prepster Pullover she made. One strip of fabric will bind both edges of … Read More...
Handmade Candy Bar Valentine’s Day Card
Yummy Valentine’s Day cards for your special someone who will love the homemade gift. This card is perfect for any loved one with a sweet tooth. Simply attach custom-wrapped candy bars to a stamped cardstock card using adhesive dots, and … Read More...
Pillow Projects from Martha Stewart
These pillows are a charming way to dress up your rooms for a new and fun looks. There is the “No-Knit Textured Patterned Pillows” and the “Needle-Felted Handmade Pillows with Roving, Yarn, and Felt Accents” from Martha. All the instructions … Read More...
Technique: Metallic Paper Embossing
Did you know you can add some color with your paper embossing folders by applying ink and other mediums? Add a touch of gold or silver shimmer to your embossing by using metallic Gelto sticks, visit the Design Memory Craft … Read More...
Tutorial: Pieced zig zag pillow cover
Nicole from Handcraft shares a tutorial at The Sewing Rabbit showing how to make this pieced zig zag pillow cover. She used a cute heart print to give it a Valentine’s day theme, but you can make it in any … Read More...
Tutorial: Little girl’s refashioned sweater dress
Caila from Caila Made refashioned a clearance sale sweater to make this gorgeous Christmas dress for her daughter. The sequined polka dots are perfect for a dressy dress! A women’s size small was big enough to give her the length … Read More...
Inspiration | Year in Review Layouts
Kelly of Simply Kelly Designs shares where she gets inspiration for designing year in review layouts. She checks out popular websites and more when coming up with her review pages. Click here to see more.
Pretty Chevron Crochet Scarf
I love the soft look of this Chevron Scarf and think it will be soft and warm for the cold St. Louis winters. It will also work up quickly. Elise has a free pattern and tutorial for us so we … Read More...
Tutorial | Get Started With Gelatos
I’ve been hearing about Gelatos for several months now and I was curious. So I was happy when I stumbled upon this tutorial by Loredana Bucaria at Shimelle.com on Getting Started With Gelatos. She shows us a few simple techniques … Read More...
Inspiration du Jour | My Life This Year
Amazing Classes at D&L Art Glass
If you find yourself in the Denver area and want to take some pretty awesome classes D&L Art Glass is where you need to go. I’d love to take the Lisa Becker class May 7- 9, on casting glass from … Read More...
Scrap Clay: More Good Stuff
It seems I’m not the only one looking for interesting ways to use up my scraps. Brandywine Jewelry Supply gathered a nice selection. I’ve been partial to the Natasha beads forever (some of mine above).
Next up are some … Read More...
DIY Flower Necklace
Angelina hosts “JoJo & Eloise” and is sharing one of her many wonderful tutorials with us her “DIY Flower Necklace”! The colors she used fit right in with Valentine’s Day as fashion jewelry. She has a complete pictorial tutorial for … Read More...