This quick fix pimple emergency cure is rumored to have come from models on the catwalk. Who would have thought those beautiful gals even got pimples right? Well apparently they are humans too and bad skin is something they do … Read More...
Collaborative quilting for art installation
I wish I lived closer to Portland, Oregon ’cause I’d love to attend Collaborative Improv Quilting, a workshop offered at PNCA (Northwest College of Art). Here’s the course description:
… Read More...In this two-day workshop, students explore patchwork quilts as architectural interventions.
Shirt and Tie Cupcakes
If you wake up nice and early tomorrow, there’s still time to make these adorable shirt cupcakes for Father’s Day. Find the how-tos HERE at Cake Whiz.
Free pattern: Mother Goose quilt + Anna’s news
A lot going on at Anna Maria Horner. If you haven’t seen these photos of she and her mom don’t miss it. If you haven’t seen her new baby girl, go here. And lastly – and not nearly … Read More...
Pins and Buttons – Ran Hwang
I’m willing to bet most crafters and artists have a certain amount of pins and buttons in their stashes. As far as supplies go, those are pretty basic. But there’s nothing basic about the way artist Ran Hwang uses buttons … Read More...
Technique: Encrusted Jewels
Add some glitz and glitter to your next stamping project with this interesting Encrusted Jewel heat embossing technique from Stampendous.
-Heather
Tutorial: Komebukuro drawstring bag
Jill at Creating My Way To Success used some of the Japanese fabrics in her stash to make a Komebukuro, a traditional Japanese drawstring bag used to carry rice offerings to temples or shrines. You could use it for more … Read More...
21 American Craft Projects just for kids
21 American Craft Projects: Patriotic Crafts for Memorial Day, Veteran’s Day, and 4th of July Crafts for Kids can be found at “all Free Crafts for Kids” Three cheers for the red, white, and blue! To honor America completely, not … Read More...
Fruit and Yogurt “Cupcakes”
Finally, a (mostly) guilt-free cupcake. Oh, who am I kidding, I never ever feel guilty eating a cupcake. Instead, I’ll say, finally, a cupcake worthy of summer. Turn fresh fruit and frozen yogurt into “cupcakes” HERE at In Katrina’s Kitchen… Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: DIY rash guard swim shirt
Vanessa from Designs by Sessa shares a tutorial over ath The Sewing Rabbit showing how to make a rash guard swim shirt. She shows a shirt that she made for herself, but you could use the same process to make … Read More...
Banana Split Cake Pops
Geez, I haven’t had a banana split in years. It seems so much more convenient to eat them on a stick in cake pop form, don’t you agree? Find the recipe and how-tos to make strawberry banana cake pops HERE … Read More...
Free pattern: Spring summer blazer
Anna from Plan B shares a free pattern for making her Spring – Summer Blazer. Princess seams give it a nice fit and three quarter sleeves make it a warm weather jacket. She keeps the construction simple, eliminating more time … Read More...
DIY Friendship Bracelet Watch
I remember as a little girl browsing the craft aisle at the local store with my Mama and seeing the rows of embroidery thread in what looked like an endless variety of colors and being fascinated but the thin, yet … Read More...
Tutorial: Layered stripe hem skirt
Angelina from JoJo and Eloise shares a tutorial at Timeless Treasures blog showing how she used their Sketch Basics fabric to create a layered stripe around the hem of a gathered skirt. She calls it her End of the Rainbow … Read More...
Sewing Pattern – Little girl lace yoke sundress
Destri from The Mother Huddle shows how to make a sweet summer sundress for a little girl. It’s made of a soft knit fabric gathered on to a lace yoke and straps. Her tutorial is part of the 30 Days … Read More...
Freebie: Victorian Mower
Can you image mowing the lawn, or doing anything for that matter in those clothes? Gorgeous but I’m glad I can wear shorts to work in the yard 🙂 Download this fun summer printable for free over at Craft Secrets… Read More...
Patriotic 4th of July Memorial Crochet Wreath Pattern
Time to get your flag on! Kara has come up with another design that will be admired by all. This one is quick and easy enough to complete in time to decorate your front door for July 4. Check … Read More...
DIY Colored Bamboo Food Plates
I love bamboo disposable food plates. Bamboo is the “acceptable” paper plate for rich people. I love any excuse to be lazy, and this is a great one. These plain Bamboo plates have been taken to the next level with … Read More...
DIY Organic Hair Gel
Babysavers has a great recipes for making your own organic hair gel at just 14 cents per 8 ounces.
This organic recipe is made using flaxseeds and water. Go get the recipe here.
Play With Clay
Maybe you have someone who’s just finishing up classes for the year and needs some fun productive stuff to do. Maybe you’ve been itching to try out polymer clay. Here’s some fun supplies that go just fabulous with polymer:
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