The winner of the Debbie Bliss book is commenter 33, Anne Marie, who says she cools down in summer by using the grill and running the AC. Sounds about like how we do it here!
Congratulations and … Read More...
Cookies with the flavor of Summer
Sue of MunchkinMunchies (try saying that three time) created these cookies for a friend.
The cookies are all adorable and each one is somehow related to summer fun.
Which one is your favorite?
Go get these summer cookie ideas at … Read More...
Style Me Quick – 9 Things you should ALWAYS have in your car
Pink Lipstick – Can use for a touch up of lip color and a few dabs onto your cheeks for instant pink glow.
BB cream or tinted Moisturizer – This stuff is quick to use and even outs skin tone … Read More...
DIY – Milk Jug Igloo
If you haven’t already seen these Igloos all over the internet then what igloo have you been hiding in? You will need around 450+ milk bottles so you better start drinking the good stuff.
Squidoo has some great links … Read More...
10 Tutorials for First-time Candle Makers
Making candles can seem like a daunting task, especially if you’ve never done it before. However, with the right tools and guidance, anyone can create beautiful and unique candles that are perfect for home décor or as a personalized gift … Read More...
DIY Hanging Daybed
I-would-never-get-off-this-bed. Never. Ever.
Picture perfect and ready to “flop” on with a glass of Sangria in one hand and the latest John Grisham in another, this bed would “make” a backyard or outdoor space.
Beware though – even though this … Read More...
Tutorial: Easy gathered and tufted round pillow cover
Jumbles and Pompoms shows an easy way to recover a round cushion. The one you see here used to be a silly smiley face pillow. Her gathered cover is a huge improvement!! The gathered fabric and tufted middle makes a … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Sew a shirred maxi dress
Jamie from Scattered Thoughts of a Crafty Mom shows how you can make a shirred maxi dress for yourself. The elastic thread shirring makes the bodice stretchy so there’s no fussing to get a perfect fit. She used a knit … Read More...
Congrats goes to………
Kelly Tulk! You’re the winner of the Faber-Castell Design Memory Craft Crayons and Gelatos giveaway! Please respond to the e-mail I’ve sent you.
Thanks to all who entered!
-Heather
Tutorial: No-sew t-shirt skirt
Anne from WobiSobi shows how to make turn a large t-shirt into a skirt, with no sewing required. Instead of sewing, she cuts slits into the shirt and threads the ends of the sleeves through them. You’ll need to use … Read More...
Tutorial: Fold-up towel backpack
Jess from Sewing Rabbit shares a tutorial over at Craftaholics Anonymous showing how to make a towel that folds up into a backpack. It’s made from a bath towel and a hand towel. The hand towel will become the backpack … Read More...
Fashion Sketch Cross Stitch Chart
Regular readers know that I love, love, love simple charts that convey a lot of information in a few stitches. This design from Sew Simple Dress came about when the creator was working up some decor for the sewing room … Read More...
Raised Padded Stem Stitch Band
Elizabeth of Sew in Love has been working on a Stumpwork Dragonfly and in part of the process, she includes a tutorial for raised padded stem stitch band. In this case, she is using it to create the dragonfly’s … Read More...
{Monday Moods at DIY Weddings} Cream & White
Here’s a pretty little snippet of an inspiration board featuring classic shades of white and cream. See it all and find the shoppable links at Revel! Crisp, cool, and romantic all at the same time!
Freebie: Printable sewing sheets to practice stitching curves
U Create shares some free printable sewing sheets. To use them, just print them out on regular printer paper and stitch them on your machine, connecting the dots to form the pictures. There are three designs for download – a … Read More...
Inspiration: Stamped Summer Art
This sunny Boardwalk themed stamped collage art piece from Tracy Evans makes me want to head to the beach! Find more info head over to her blog.
-Heathe
Freebie | Printable Paper Feathers | Cut File Available
These colourful paper feathers can be used as scrapbook page embellishments or for gift wrapping. Download the free printable file from Dabbles & Babbles. If you have an electronic cutter you can also purchase the cut file. Click here to … Read More...
Have a cuppa framed applique
Di of Di van Niekerk found this lovableness at a quilt show in Dubai’s Town Centre. So glad she shared it with us. See photos of her trip.
Image credit: Di van Niekerk
Freebie | Printable Inspirational Quote Poster or Notecard
“She decided to start living the life she imagined” Get this inspirational quote from Lia Griffith in two free printable versions – as a poster for framing or a note card. Click here to grab them.
Review – Sephora Travel Capsules
Becky over at Star-Violet shared her review on Sephora Capsules. This adorable little pod of body wash is perfect for travel or gift baskets. Here is some of what Becky had to say
“These are still tons of fun … Read More...