Fox Publishing has just sent us out a sneak peek of some November additions. I love the pipe cleaner book, once you have mastered the techniques you could pop a few pipe cleaners in your handbag and pop them out … Read More...
DIY Geometric Keychains – Handmade Charlotte
Here’s a fun DIY project to dress up your keys–Geometric Keychains made from precut wood slices. A lovely change from store bought versions. This one features beautiful bright colors and a sturdy base, two things you’ll be super appreciative … Read More...
Tutorial: Bubble suspender shorts for little girls
Colleen at Pretty Prudent shows how you can make a pair of bubble suspender shorts for a little girl. The gathered, cuffed shorts have fabric suspenders that criss cross at the back, and a knotted belt at the waist. If … Read More...
Free pattern: Acoustic guitar bag
Meream from Bored and Crafty shares a free pattern for making an acoustic guitar bag. Oh, how my tweeny daughter would love this!! The body of the bag is shaped like an acoustic guitar, with details stitched and appliqued on. … Read More...
Tutorial: Falling Leaves Cardigan for little girls
Celina from Petit A Petit and Family shares a tutorial over at The Sewing Rabbit showing how she made her Falling Leaves Cardigan for a little girl. The sweater is an upcycle from an adult sweater (cashmere!), sized down to … Read More...
Beautiful Butterfly Wedding Inspiration + 3 Tutorials!
Lots of inspiration in this pretty butterfly-themed wedding post, and 3 tutorials for you to try as well! Learn how to make lanterns, favors, and a wreath at weddingstar.
Etsy Town Hall – Tuesday Oct. 1
Attention all Etsy buyers, sellers and enthusiasts! Etsy is holding a town hall meeting with CEO Chad Dickerson on Tuesday October 1st at 11 am EST. This is an awesome chance to learn more about the company and to ask … Read More...
Stamping Project: Hallowen Tag
Turn those cute Halloween pictures into a fin tag, perfect to add to your keychain, hang from a tote bag or use on your luggage. Find out more over at Crafts Direct.
-Heather
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Five Fun Cowls for Free
If you’re looking for some knitting for the weekend that will get you into the fall spirit, check out this new free ebook from Knitting Daily. These five cowl patterns give you lots of options for a little warmth … Read More...
Half Batman Wedding Cake
The most supportive bride in the world award has to go to this lady from New Zealand.
The cake is half pretty and half – um – Batman.
I really hope that this wasn’t a surprise – you know – … Read More...
Gorgeous DIY Button Wall Art Made From Old Plates
Jen likes buttons – and she cannot lie! LOL!
Converting old plates into button art is inspiring and clever. And Jen from DrawingsUnderTheTable has done just that.
And she is right, these will make a great addition to a baby … Read More...
Needle Felted Halloween Cupcakes “tutorial”
Use Rebekah Meier’s recipe to bake a batch of needle felted Halloween cupcakes. Frost with wool roving
and embellish with an adorable Halloween pick. They make sweet gift ideas! When you needle felt onto a shape of STYROFOAM™ brand foam, … Read More...
Step Into A Green World
Stepintomygreenworld shares these great recipes to get you out of the chemical habit and in to a more natural state of well-being. You will be surprised at just how easy these recipes are.
Geranium Hand wash – Chemical free hand … Read More...
Funny Party Photo
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Recently we have started taking weird photos and we are never afraid to stage them as it makes for great memories. I love this idea, I know it is slightly gross but loads of fun too. Being able to … Read More...
Sea Glass – Fake or Real…How to Tell
Sea glass always has appealed to me for jewelry designs. I’ve drilled it and wire wrapped it and used it in mosaics. I’ve also made it. Me and a rock tumbler. 8-12 hours with some medium grit and voila, sea … Read More...
Tutorial: Color blocked skinny jeans
Aimee from Clones N Clowns made these color blocked skinny jeans out of two pairs of jeans with different color wash, She shares a tutorial showing how she did it. This method of getting two toned jeans was actually a … Read More...
Glue strings are good at Michaels new blog
The Michaels website and Pinterest boards are chock full of crafting ideas and inspiration. Now they’ve got a blog for us to follow. It’s called The Glue String. If you’ve crafted for any amount of time, you’ll recognize the … Read More...
Tutorial: Yarn wrapped pattern weights
Some of my most often used sewing tools are my pattern weights. I use them instead of pins to hold my pattern in place while I cut it out. Really, any object that has substantial weight to it can be … Read More...
Tutorial: Girl’s layered ruffle skirt with built-in shorts
Whenever my daughter wears a skirt to school or to the park, or really anywhere besides church, we layer shorts or leggings underneath so she can have freedom of movement without having to worry about panties showing. My favorite skirts … Read More...
Tips: Custom Ribbon
Don’t have the perfect ribbon for your project? Not a problem if you have some markers and some plain ribbon you can design your own. The Stampin’ Up blog shows you how to dress up that boring ribbon with strips, … Read More...