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...
Sea Glass Candle Holder
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.
Tutorial: Lined lace skirt with invisible side zipper
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...
Tutorial: Printable fabric luggage tags, plus a freebie
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...
Tutorial | Photo Coasters DIY
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.
A Good Oldie For You!
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...
8 Edible Dinosaurs
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...
Ta Dah!: Bow Tie Medallion Quilt
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...
Tutorial | How to Make Stenciled Notecards
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.
Father’s Day Gift Guide from Epicurious
Still need some more gift ideas for Foodie Dad? Check out this great roundup for Father’s Day HERE at Epicurious.
Tutorial | DIY Paper Flower Pencils
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.
Etsy Shop of the Week – Armenia on Silk
Back from my one week digression, this week’s featured Etsy Shop is ArmeniaOnSilk. ArmeniaOnSilk features only hand painted silk items made by Armenian artist Anna Soghomonyan. According to her about page, Anna draws inspiration from her surroundings, from books … Read More...
DIY Teardrop Earrings
Check out this pair of DIY Teardrop Earrings made from hardware supplies and neon thread! How cool!
Tutorial: Making Ombre Necklaces
One of those trends the last year or two has been ombre everything so it’s not surprising people are making clay ombre pieces. This tutorial is for simple ombre beads (and other simple, colourful clay beads) and a necklace made … Read More...
DIY Wire Pearl Ring
Divya shares with us a creative upcycled jewelry tutorial. “A tutorial to recycle an old bangle to make a ring or by using patterned wire.” Check out this DIY Wire Pearl Ring Tutorial.
Flowers Everywhere! Giveaway Winner Announced!
Here’s the book 50 Sunflowers to Knit and Crochet
. that my readers were trying to win. You gave me a LOT of work to do! This one was very difficult for me. I should just stick to the random … Read More...
DIY Polymer Clay Stones Necklace
This necklace reminds me of Spring’s colors. Blue skies, pink flowers, and lush green grass. The stone pendants are made from polymer clay. Take a look at the tutorial and learn how this Polymer Clay Stones Necklace was made. You … Read More...
DIY Rose and Lace Necklace
Check out this tutorial and learn how this polymer clay Rose and Lace Necklace was made. Isn’t it beautiful!
Sewing Pattern Tutorial: Tribal neck summer t-shirt
DIY Das mach ich selber shows how she DIY’d the look of a summer top from H & M that follows the tribal trend that is poular right now. There’s no sewing required, just some small cuts to the neckline … Read More...
Tutorial: Bucket tool tote
Sew4Home shows how to make a bucket tote to hold tools. It’s made from a heavy duty fabric, with large grommets and rope for the handles. They suggest it as a Father’s Day gift, but I know a few women … Read More...