Shirley is sharing her “Felt Flowers Tutorial” with us and these are the prettiest flowers. She has plenty of pictures for us to follow and create our own. These can be used for so many decorative applications in a … Read More...
Tutorial: Lever Card
I love cards that move! You can find directions and a video tutorial from Laura Lipe for this fun Lever card over on Splitcoast Stampers.
-Heather
Always More Fingerless Glove Patterns
Yesterday my Internet was out, and it’s spotty today, but some Wednesday I want to start doing “what I’m working on Wednesdays,” where I’ll show you what I’m working on and you can tell me what you’re knitting, too.
What … Read More...
Cinco de Mayo Dinner and Apple Maracas
What is it about Mexican food? It lends itself so beautifully to fun food versions. Sheesh. Cases in point: Make a Cinco de Mayo dinner HERE at Kitchen Fun with My 3 Sons. And make apple maracas HERE.… Read More...
How to make recycled jar vases
Now I know using a jar for a vase is nothing new but I thought I share these jar vases featured at the blog Craft Ideas simply because they are so pretty and simple.
DIY Globe Light Fixture
I’ve seen something similar to this on Pinterest but could never find the source. I have it on my to-do list but haven’t gotten around to it yet. Then I saw this fabulous tutorial! Check out this step by step … Read More...
facebook post cookies
Not just facebook post cookies, but my long-winded discussion of why I love facebook and what our posts say about us. Find facebook post cookies HERE at the decorated cookie.
Tutorial: Shorten cuffed sleeves
Pam from Threading My Way shows how she shortens sleeves that have cuffs. When she’s done, you can’t even tell she shortened them. It’s actually not that difficult, but you’ll need to have a seam ripper handy. Go to her … Read More...
Embroidered Sunglasses
I have seen cross stitch pop up in some unusual places – on a car, a frying pan, and now, on some sunglasses. Yes, sunglasses. Honestly…WTF blog even has a DIY how-to that shows you how to create your own … Read More...
Tutorial: Diaper change clutch and mat
Jordan Paige shares a tutorial showing how to make a diaper change mat that rolls up into a handy clutch. As a clutch, it holds a couple of diapers and a wipe case. When it’s time for a change, just … Read More...
Tutorial: DIY tailor’s ham
Ironing three-dimensional objects (garments with darts, for example) on a flat surface doesn’t always work out. Sometimes you need a curved surface. That’s what a tailor’s ham is for. You can buy one at the fabric store, or you can … Read More...
Tub of Popcorn Cupcakes
Oh, these could not be cuter for movie night. And so easy to make, too, complete with the touch of brown effect. Make a tub of popcorn cupcakes HERE at tikkido.
These popcorn cupcakes are perfect for a Movie … Read More...
Tutorial: Wide wrapped belt
Ama from Ohoh Blog shows how to make a wrapped belt, perfect for cinching in a loose dress or tunic. It’s wide in the middle, with long thin ties that wrap around and tie in front. You can let the … Read More...
Freebie & Tutorial | Make a Project Binder
Nash from Craft a Doodle Doo shares four free printable papers, and shows how you can use them to update a project binder or art journal. Click here to go to the download and tutorial.
Puff Pastry “Carrots”
I’m always and forever fascinated by any intersection of food and literature, especially children’s literature. Always and forever. (Just to be dramatic about it, as I feel is appropriate when discussing the intersection of food and literature.) Find the how-tos … Read More...
Tutorial: Dye your jeans
Head over to The Rit Studio to find out how you can dye a pair of white jeans into any color you like. You can do the dying in a large plastic tub. Go to The Rit Studio for the … Read More...
“Nachos and Cheese Dip” Dessert
You folks are going nuts with your desserts-that-look-like-not-desserts for Cinco de Mayo! Find the how-tos to make nachos and cheese dip, oh ho, but not really, HERE at hoopla palooza.
Technique: Pearlized Painting
The Serendipitous Stamper has a pretty technique to share, using Tsukineko All-Purpose Ink and Memento markers to achieve a pearlized look on paper. I love the great little shimmer it gives!
-Heather
A New Shawl
I love the shape of this pattern, designed by a French crocheter, Sophie, and sold under her name Sophie Gelfie. It’s called the Marina Shawl. The pattern is not free, but I believe we should be willing to … Read More...
Tutorial: Stitched hexie necklace
Ever wonder what to do with leftover hexies? Mollie of Wild Olive made this one into an adorable necklace. Totally love how she finished it with the blue stitching around the perimeter. Find out how to make it, get the … Read More...