I couldn’t find the how-to for making the ghost shown in the picture above – but I did find something on the diynetwork that comes pretty close. Well close enough to give you an idea.
What a perfect way to … Read More...
Frog Swamp Smoothie: Halloween Drink Idea
And it has eyeballs at the bottom. Yuck. I mean wow!
As Jen says – this is a blended up frog. Perfect for kids during Halloween.
But I bet it tasted awesomely yummy!
Get the low down on this Halloween … Read More...
DIY Mirrored Vase
Home Decor is never cheap.
It can however be when you are inspired and choose to make it yourself. A simple project, easy to do in under 30 minutes and adds so much element to your home decor. Nobody will … Read More...
Harry Potter Magazine Winners
Sometimes the random number generator doesn’t seem all that random, but today’s lucky winners are commenters number 41 and 45.
Renee says she loves Fluffy, the “three-headed puppy,” and I’m pretty sure she’s the only person who said that, so … Read More...
Pretty Pumpkin Tablecloth for fall DIY
You can take this tablecloth from Halloween through the fall holidays. It is so different and charming. I found this on BH&G and thought you might like it and make it. Welcome guests to your harvest celebration with a handmade … Read More...
DIY – Bacon Fat Soap
This one is a little on the weird side, but then I don’t have an overwhelming love for Bacon. Soap needs to be made with some fat so why not some Bacon fat? Check out this tutorial for making … Read More...
Tutorial: Men’s shirt dress refashion
Anne from WobiSobi shares a tutorial over at Brassy Apple showing how to refashion a man’s shirt into a cute new dress for yourself. You’ll need to use a shirt that’s too big for you so it’ll hang long enough … Read More...
Abby gives 5 tips for sewing teachers
Abby Glassenberg from While She Naps, and author of Stuffed Animals: From Concept to Construction
gives some tips for teaching people how to use their sewing machine. (That’s right, in addition to the blog and her book and her … Read More...
Tutorial: Sew an easy peplum top
Remona from The Stitching Scientist (whom I had the opportunity to hang out with at Sewing Summit, yay!!) shows how you can make a peplum top. It’s an easy adaptation from a basic t-shirt pattern. Her tutorial shows how to … Read More...
Video tutorial: Use a twin needle to hem knit fabrics
Does hemming a knit fabric get you down? Hate those wavy hems? A twin needle
may be the answer. Deby from Sew So Easy guest blogs at The Sewing Loft with a video tutorial showing how to use a twin … Read More...
Freebie | Marshmallow Moments Printable Patterned Papers
Here’s another gorgeous set of free printable patterned papers from Nash over at Craft a Doodle Doo. I love the colors and I love the name: Marshmallow Moments! Makes me want to go have a snack right now. Instead,I’ll … Read More...
Tutorial: Zipper pencil pouch
Sarah of Fairy Face Designs did a guest post at Ellison Lane to share how to make this adorable zipper pencil pouch. The fussy cut patches and zipper make it sing! Get the tutorial.
Image credit: Ellison Lane
Handkerchiefs sewn together at Cloth and Memory
Mandy of Thread and Thrift attended the Cloth and Memory exhibition this past weekend. And lucky for us, she shares some great photos of her day spent there. My favorite is this handkerchiefs patchwork. Go HERE to see more.… Read More...
Freebie | Best Script Fonts for the Silhouette Machine
Rena from The Cheese Thief shares this list of free script fonts that work well being cut out by the Silhouette Machine. She also includes a tip on a cheaper alternative to the Silhouette vinyl. Go here to get … Read More...
Freebie | Spooky Bottle Labels for Halloween
Get spooky with these eerie printable Halloween bottle labels that I found over on Squidoo. Zombie brew anyone? You’ll also find a bunch of other free printable labels for your Halloween pleasure! Click here to go to the download.
Adding … Read More...
Inspiration du Jour | Then & Now
Tutorial: Mokume Gane
Kelly Donovan offers two video tutorials for how she does mokume gane – it’s always good to see how another artist does this popular technique!
Fire Mountain Gems and Beads $2 Sale
Fire Mountain Gems & Beads is having a $2.00 sale on beads! The sale ends tomorrow at 11:59p.m. Don’t miss out on the savings! Fire Mountain Gems & Beads have been providing jewelry makers with supplies and friendly service since … Read More...
5 DIY Autumn Jewelry Tutorials
Today was the first day of Autumn! It was a lovely, beautiful day! ! I love Fall! It is one of my favorite seasons. Hot Chocolate, Apple Cider, pretty fire in the fireplace, smell of leaves burning, fleece blankets, hoodies, … Read More...
Tutorial: A Plus in Quilting
Kelly of Jeli Quilts did a guest post at The Daily Stitch where she shares how to make her A Plus in Quilting quilt. Loving rainbow hues, she happily features fabric line Stitch Circle by Michael Miller. Get the tutorial… Read More...