If you have an abundance of zippers in your sewing stash, here’s a project to make use of some of them. Onelmon shows how some quick hand stitches can turn a zipper into a bookmark that wraps around the book … Read More...
Eye of Newt
Oh Halloween. It makes the best of mums come up with the worst of candy ideas (in a how-cool-are-these way).
These eye of newt candies are so gross that I have trouble looking at them – yet they are so … Read More...
Neon Paint Dipped Pumpkins
A project for the weekend!
Kimberly from anightowlblog made these neon dipped pumpkins and I must say – they bring out the 80’s in me 🙂
I would have really liked to see what these pumpkins looked at in nighttime … Read More...
DIY Facial – Pumpkin & Yogurt
Do you have a little extra pumpkin pulp lying around? Don’t throw it unless you intend to throw it onto your face. This delicious Yogurt and Pumpkin Facial is from Michelle Pino spa manager at Skana an upscale spa located … Read More...
Free Printable – Candy Corn Numbers
You might find this hard to believe but as I am currently located in Australia I have never actually tasted a Candy Corn. I really should import a bag just so my kids can understand what all the Candy Corn … Read More...
Tutorial: Amish puzzle ball that be taken apart and reassembled
Allison from Sweater Doll shows how to make an Amish puzzle ball. It’s not just a pretty shape. It’s also a functional toy that can be taken apart into three pieces, and then reassembled if you know the trick. It … Read More...
Tutorial: Chained cutaway shirt refashion
Anne from WobiSobi shows how refashion a plain button up shirt into this chained cutaway shirt. The cutaway panels at the top and the chains hanging at their sides give it an edge. She started with a man’s shirt, one … Read More...
Project: Dimensional Fall Card
I love the depth and dimension on this lovely fall leaf card. Find out how to achieve this look with a video tutorial over at Simon Says Stamp.
-Heather
Looking for more discussions about Card making? Check out our… Read More...
Project: Die Cut Felt Coasters
Halloween Vincent Price Theme Diorama – Missing Willow Farm
Vincent Price is a legend of Halloween for sure–with a fifty year career in sci-fi and horror, how could he not be? And in true Halloween spirit, Connie of Missing Willow Farm has recreated his living room in this tiny … Read More...
Halloween Temporary Tattoos: Holly & Company
If you’re looking to add a little Halloween spirit to your day, then a temporary tattoo is a perfect way to go. Holly of Holly & Company used the Silhouette Tattoo paper to create these adorable Halloween themed temporary tattoos… Read More...
Quick Parties – Summer Tables
I love that these table setting ideas ooze Summer but what I love more is that they are so quick to put together. We all know sometimes “Simple” just works and this is definitely one of those times. Outdoor picnics … Read More...
Tutorial: Polymer Clay Covered Crochet Hooks
One of the things I see a lot of lately are polymer clay covered crochet hooks, frequently using a cane decorated veneer layer. These hooks are a little different and a geeky tribute to your favourite bit of fun and … Read More...
Beastly Crochet Giveaway Winner
Here’s the winning entry – chosen at random:
My name is Claudia and my zip code is 30518 – read about this on the crochet-a-long group messages.
Claudia, please send me your snail mail particulars to crochet … Read More...
Crochet Tiny Ghosts
Need 25 favors for your kid’s school party? Whip these up this evening! Kara over at petalstopicots.com always has some good ideas. She’s got some other Halloween goodies, but these caught my fancy. They are so cute and would work … Read More...
Video tutorial: Renaissance costume for a cat or small dog
Don’t leave your cat out of your Halloween costume crafting! Look how cute this cat looks in his renaissance costume. He’s quite the intellectual cat, no? Professor Pincushion shares a video tutorial showing how you can make one. The costume … Read More...
Googly Eye Trick-or-Treat Tote Bag for Halloween
I found this cute tote “Googly Eye Trick-or-Treat Tote Bag” on BH&G and I think it is so cute and something you and your kids can make together. They have complete instructions and a supply list.
Escargot Cross Stitch Project
This little snail is so cute. I love how the stitches are spaced out yet they still give the impression of fullness. This is another great free project from Brigitte Dadaux and if you get to stitching full speed instead … Read More...
Shisha Stitch Variation
Recently Mary Corbet of Needle ‘N Thread posted a common Shisha stitch tutorial and now she has posted a tutorial of a variation of the Shisha stitch that looks like it will be fun too. In case you didn’t see … Read More...
Pumpkin Cupcake Recipe
Found at damndelicious.net, these pumpkin cupcakes look light and moist. These may be a great addition to your Halloween themed kids party.
According to Chung-Ah Rhee, the batter comes together easily, and the base is incredibly light and moist, just … Read More...