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Julie of The Crafty Quilter made this star-shaped table topper as part of her Christmas Once a Month series. Using fabric from the Winter’s Lane collection by Kate and Birdie, she combined patchwork and applique in this handsome project. The … Read More...
The Sakura blog has directions for make some cool glass tile pendants, they used printed scrapbooking images but you could easily substitute stamped designs and stamp your own custom jewelry.
-Heather
When a child is embarking on a new adventure – like the first day of school or going off to college – it’s really nice for him/her to have a tiny, handy reminder of home, of the love … Read More...
I can’t even tell you how many hours I spent with my face pressed up against a view-master as a kid. There was something magical about the way the pictures appeared 3D, no matter what the subject was. You can … Read More...
I thought I’d ask Mr. Google about glass bead tutorials to find something fun to share. After all who doesn’t like a good tutorial to get your bead making groove on. I added free to the title and this is … Read More...
I’m not a big sculptor. It’s one of those facets of polymer clay that I dabble at occasionally and then head back to canes and beads. This WikiHow article has some little projects, ideas and tips for sculpting with polymer … Read More...
Is one of your children ready to lose a tooth; well here is a darling tooth fairy money holder. You can always put it in a tissue and place under pillow or make one yourself. The prices of teeth have … Read More...
If you have a Silhouette paper cutter, you can make this viewfinder pillow cover personalized with your own family photos. Morena from Morena’s Corner shares a tutorial over at Crafts Unleashed showing how. She also shows how to make a … Read More...
I am so excited about all the globe-inspired details in this glamorous wedding shoot! If you’re planning a wedding with a travel theme, or just love globes like I do, be sure to visit the Ruffled Blog to see lots … Read More...
Here’s a sweet and simple card from Latisha with information on getting started coloring with Copic markers, visit the card Making Connections blog for more info.
-Heather
Rissa Peace Root shares a variety of counted thread, hand embroidery and Brazilian embroidery patterns including the simple angel design shown here. The patterns range from hearts to cats and won’t disappoint so be sure to go check them out. … Read More...
This freebie from Brigitte Dadau is a repeating motif that puts me in mind of a shamrock. And no, it’s not just because the chart is presented in green. It’s because the motif that repeats has three points. Patterns like … Read More...
Neon is so big right now, so why not incorporate it in your crafting? Kate’s Creative Space took some basic candles and made them awesome by incorporating some neon craft paint.
The homemademom (also known as Val) has transformed an ordinary outdoor table that used to look like this:
To a spectacular faux French linen inspired theme:
With the use of some primer, spray paint and enamel the transformation is nothing … Read More...
Erin from Sewbon shares a tutorial over at Sew, Mama, Sew! showing how to make an oilcloth pool tote with mesh pockets. The bag is big enough to hold towels and other pool gear. On the way, you can put … Read More...
The simplicity of this idea amazes me. What a great way to get your kids involved in making something for dad’s office. And it is actually practical as well (unlike – ahem – some of the other kids crafts).
What … Read More...
Lindsay from The Cottage Home guest blogs in the Color Your Summer series at Kojo Designs (co-hosted with Delia Creates) with a tutorial showing how to make a fun piece of button art for your sewing space. A rainbow of … Read More...
I don’t know anyone who doesn’t like pizza, especially since you can customize it to suit any taste buds. I like my pizza with anchovies and a nice crisp bottom. I even love the slightly burnt smoky taste that … Read More...
Look at what a difference changing the neckband made on this shirt! This simple change, plus adding a contrast pocket, adds a pop of fun color to an otherwise boring shirt. Grey Luster Girl shows how to do it. Go … Read More...
