Check out this Two Strand Bright Bead Necklace made by Fonda from Southern Scraps. She was inspired to create this knock-off necklace from a Anthropologie necklace she saw. Take a look at her post to learn more.
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by Mardi Robyn
Check out this Two Strand Bright Bead Necklace made by Fonda from Southern Scraps. She was inspired to create this knock-off necklace from a Anthropologie necklace she saw. Take a look at her post to learn more.
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by Sarah White
British knitwear and fiber company Toft Alpaca has an adorable new line of knitting patterns celebrating the upcoming royal baby. The line includes knit and crocheted crowns and a jump suit, jumper and tank all featuring crowns on the front. … Read More...
I like to stitch large projects, but I also like to mix small, as one of my friends used to say, “wee-tiny” projects in with the larger projects to give myself a sense of accomplishment. This project from Magali – … Read More...
by Sarah White
May was a super-crazy month in my life, so I’m sorry I wasn’t around here as much as I should have been! I’m now two weeks behind on announcing giveaway winners, so let’s get on with that, shall we?
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by Sarah White
Apparently the heady days of knitting all-nighters are over for at least some of the newer wave of knitters, who are turning to yoga to ease the aches and pains caused by too much knitting. That’s the news according to … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
Jamie from Scattered Thoughts of a Crafty Mom shows how she created this ruffled sundress for her daughter. The skirt is made from pre-ruffled fabric, so you won’t be basting and pulling row upon row upon row of gathers. I’m … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
Melissa from Blank Slate Patterns and Melly Sews posts in her 30 Days of Sundresses series with a free pattern for making a maxi sundress. It has a deep V-neck and cinches under the bust. Her pattern will fit someone … Read More...
Are you still downing boring, plain vodka? Infusing vodka is apparently not that hard and with this article, we link to different variations on how to infuse your own vodka at home. You just need a bottle, some … Read More...
Yeah, and it’s filled with candy. I know it’s not the first rainbow cake to take the internet by storm. And I know it’s not the first piñata cake. But it’s got to be the first rainbow pinata cake. … Read More...
Hmmm… I see a new Monday “trending” post coming. Ice cream sandwiches. I’ve already posted on ice cream sandwiches, but I’m thinking the big thing this summer may be clever, cool (groan for the pun) ice cream sandwiches that … Read More...
by Heidi Gustad
Summerize your home decor with this cute sea glass candle holder. Happy Happy Nester put this idea together and walks you through making your own sea glass here.
by Anne Weaver
Stef from Girl. Inspired. joins in the Skirt Week series hosted by Crafterhours with a tutorial showing how to make this gorgeous lace skirt. It’s fully lined and has an invisible zipper in the side. Want!! Go to her blog … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
If your summer vacation plans involve air travel, these fabric luggage tags by Melissa Mortenson from Fourteen May and Polka Dot Chair will make it easy to spot your bags on the carousel. Go to her blog for a free … Read More...
Julie Blanner from Coordinately Yours, shares a step by step tutorial for making these lovely photo coasters. You can make a set as a Father’s Day gift in under 30 minutes. Click here to go to the tutorial.
by jd wolfe
This is the updated and revised 2012 edition of Donna Kooler’s classic reference book that is in the hands of many crocheters. I just ran across this at my public library and decided to share my review of it with … Read More...
I have two daughters. My brother has two daughters. My sister has two daughters. I have two step-nieces. My step sister has a daughter. I’ve no little one obsessed with dinosaurs. I consider my own daughter’s obsession with trains, and … Read More...
Karen of Quilts…etc. is celebrating finishing 140+ hours of hand stitching this Bow Tie Medallion quilt. Whoa, that’s a lot of time invested, but oh so worth it. You can see here she just released it from the quilt frame … Read More...
I love these colorful notecards made using graphic stencils and paints. Use this technique on cards, or for creating scrapbook backgrounds. Click here to go to the tutorial on Jaderbomb.
Still need some more gift ideas for Foodie Dad? Check out this great roundup for Father’s Day HERE at Epicurious.
These gorgeous paper flower pencils are simple to make and would make lovely gifts for a friend or special teacher. Or just keep one to brighten up your work space! Click here to go to the tutorial.