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.
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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]
Tutorial: Petite frame purse with ruffles and bow
Oh, I am loving this little frame purse! I don’t usually fall for the overly girly, but there was no resisting this little purse. It has a ruffle across the top and a big bow stitched to the front. Sew4Home… Read More...
Toilet Paper Cake – “Everything Is Crappy”
I am sure you have seen the Diaper cakes but how about a Toilet Roll cake? This free craft project shows you how to make a fun gag gift using toilet roll paper. Attach a small card with sayings … Read More...
Smooching Cyclist
I love how Brigitte Dadaux uses patterns in their silhouette charts. They also offer a straight silhouette version of this chart if you prefer, but it is not nearly as interesting. This pair of romantic cyclists will ride straight into … Read More...
DIY White Felted Flowers Mother’s Day Gift
I love the simplistic look of these “White Felted Flowers” and would love to get these in a simple vase for my Mother’s Day. These flowers seem like they could be made up in a short time before Mom’s Big … Read More...
Check Out Craft Daily for Tons of Crafty Videos
Interweave has just launched a new subscription video site called Craft Daily, where you can access hundreds of videos with instruction on knitting, crochet, beading, mixed media, sewing and more.
An unlimited number of videos can be viewed for … Read More...
Bear Cub Macarons
Can I get a collective “awwww…” for these pink bear cub macarons? Still an area I’ve not yet mastered: Cute macarons. Time to get in the kitchen. Find cute macarons oursons HERE at Prunille fait son show. (Blog post … Read More...
Stunning New Line of Cake Stands from Sarah’s Stands
I’ll take one of each, please. This new line of cake stands is called “Simply Stunning,” and I agree, what with the modern feel to these. Also, I want a cake stand made out of carbon steel. I don’t know … Read More...
Pretty Flower Cupcakes
Who knew it was so easy to pipe a flower on a cupcake? These looks so pretty and yet they looks so manageable even for a novice. Find the how-tos to make flower cupcakes for Mother’s Day HERE at Bird … Read More...
Free pattern: Little kid PJ pants
Toni from Sew Jereli recommends a pair of kid’s pajama pants as a first sewing project. They’re made from just a handful of straight seams and you’ll feel a sense of accomplishment when you see your child loving the pair … Read More...
Tutorial: A bouquet of button flowers
If you sew much at all, you probably have a healthy button stash. Rachel from Family Ever After shows how to make a bouquet of whimsical flowers out of your buttons. This is a particularly good use for your orphan … Read More...
Tutorial: Alternative silk dying using Kool-Aid, food color, and Easter egg dye
Rachael Rabbit experimented with alternative dyes for some play silks (long, colorful silk scarves for children’s pretend play), including Easter egg dye, food coloring, and Kool-Aid. Because the play silks would be handled by her young daughter, she wanted the … Read More...
Tutorial: Dry erase lap desks
Kelly from Wild Wandering made lap desks for her sons, but instead of a plain hard surface she made the tops dry erase boards. How perfect for travel!! It might be just thing for a summer road trip. Go to … Read More...
Sewing Pattern Tutorial: Peter Pan collar applique t-shirt
Liz fromSimple Simon & Co. shows how to add a faux Peter Pan collar to a t-shirt. Instead of making a full-on collar, she appliques the rounded collar shapes around the front neck, with some mini pom pom fringe … Read More...
Tutorial: Wired fabric headbands
Terra from Mama Says Sew shows how to make a wired fabric headband. The wire in the edges holds the shape when you wrap it around your head. Go to her blog for the tute.
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