As its first foray into mobile browsing, Craftsy announced today that it has launched a free app for the iPhone that will allow users to browse — but not buy — knit and crochet patterns.
So far the app is … Read More...
Sewing Pattern Tutorial: Ladder V-neck t-shirt refashion
Anne from Wobisobi shows how to make this off the shoulder ladder V-neck t-shirt. It’s refashioned from a plain boxy tee like you can get from a craft or discount store. (Use a shirt at least one size too big … Read More...
Pencil Cookies for Teacher Appreciation with Free Printable
There’s still another day for teacher appreciation week! Or, bookmark these for the end of the school year. I made packages of pencil cookies for the staff at my daughter’s charter school. And I even made up this handy dandy … Read More...
Babybel Tulip Bouquet
I never knew the marvels of Babybel cheese and its possibilities for food art until I met Cute Food for Kids. Make these darling Babybel tulips for Mother’s Day, and find links to 30 more edible food ideas HERE … Read More...
Fabulous Line Up of Classes at Pacific Art Glass
For those of you in the Southern California area check out the current line up of glasses at Pacific Art Glass in Gardena. Roger Thomas and Patty Gray and Michael Dupille and all the way from Italy, Lucio Babucco. And … Read More...
Tutorial: Jellyfish finger puppets
Marissa from Rae Gun Ramblings shares a tutorial over at Keeping It Simple showing how to make a simple jellyfish finger puppet. The body is made from felt, with ribbon streamers stitched to the bottom. They’re quick to make. In … Read More...
Simply Stunning Cake Stands
Images of these gorgeous cake stands landed in my inbox recently and I loved their elegant simplicity! These beauties are a limited edition collection from Sarah’s Stands and can be purchased here. These lovely stands come in a variety … Read More...
Free pattern: Favorite Tee Dress revamped
Jen from iCandy Handmade updates her Favorite Tee Dress pattern with a revamp of the neck and hemline. The updated version has a banded v-neck and a hi-l0w hem. She includes a free pattern to make the dress in a … Read More...
Super Easy Glass Jar Picture Frames
Some craft projects are so easy you may ask yourself, why didn’t I come up with this. This could be one of those that I found through Facebook and then Inhabitat and finally over at Photojojo. You use glass … Read More...
Tutorial: Appliqued purse pocket for a little girl’s dress
Check out this little purse with ric rac straps. It’s actually a pocket appliqued down to a little girl’s dress. How cute is that! A purse and pocket combined! Hayley from Welcome to the Mouse House guest blogs at Mama … Read More...
Freebie: Handy Dad Digital Stamp
This handy man digi stamp is perfect for Father’s Day cards. Make one for your handy dad with this freebie from Birdie Brown. Hurry it’s only free the month of May!
-Heather
Looking for more digital stamps? Check out … Read More...
Tutorial: Justine’s bed quilt in blues
Justine of Mucho Color lets her cat check out her freshly sewn bed quilt. It’s a simple one patch, a perfect choice for a quick project or quilting newbie. Her blue color palette is nice and cool. Love it!
She … Read More...
Tutorial | Washi Tape Flowers
I love this idea for a little bouquet made from washi tape. The technique involves using beading wire and pipe cleaners. This could be a cute gift or decor for Mother’s Day! Click here to get all the details.
Mother’s Day Gift Idea | Flower Cards Made by Kids
Dads, this one is for you! If you are looking for a gift idea for your kids to make their mom try out this idea from Hands On As We Grow. The kids can help make these flower cards using … Read More...
Party Idea – Mermaids
This Mermaid Birthday Party is another one of my own setups. My daughter wanted an Ariel party but I didn’t want an over the top Disney party so we met here in the middle.
Everything was DIY. From the mermaid … Read More...
Silhouette Portrait Giveaway has started. Have you entered?
This is a reminder post! We are holding another Silhouette Portrait Giveaway on the Stamping blog. Make sure you enter this giveaway for your chance to win this fabulous machine.
Click here to leave a comment and get your … Read More...
Unique Tassel Necklace Tutorial
This tutorial is brought to us by Kimberly Kohler who provides step-by-step instructions for making two very unique tassel necklaces. One necklace is made using pretty fabric, and the second chain! Take a look and be inspired to make your … Read More...
Friendship Necklace Tutorial
You might have noticed that lately I am fascinated with friendship bracelet tutorials, this tutorial features friendship jewelry, but for your neck instead of your wrist! Take a look at this tutorial that teaches you to make a knotted friendship … Read More...
Diamond Knotted Cord Bracelet Tutorial
The designer of this bracelet describes it as “a twist on a square knot friendship bracelet.” I agree! Siobhán Keogh does a wonderful job at giving clear photos and step-by-step instructions on making this Diamond Knotted Cord Bracelet… Read More...
Tutorial: Asymmetrical wrap belt
Giselle fromThe Atelier Stitch shares a tutorial over at the Pellon blog showing how to make an asymmetrical wrap belt. Go to her tutorial.
[photo from The Atelier Stitch on the Pellon blog]