The news from Whip Up this morning is heartbreaking. Founder Kathreen Ricketson died unexpectedly in tragic accident while on a year-long adventure with her family. Her partner Rob Shugg is still missing. For more specifics on what happened, I’ll point … Read More...
Star Trek Wedding Inspiration
Tutorial: Add studs to hard-to-embellish accessories
Anna from Plan B updated an old ball cap with a panel of square metal studs. Rather than setting the studs directly into the cap, she created a studded panel that she glued to the cap. She did it this … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Faux leather tote with grommets
Ama from Ohoh Blog shows how she made this faux leather tote. It’s a simple square tote bag with a boxed bottom, big enough to hold magazines and large books. Grommets and cord cinch the sides together at the top. … Read More...
Free pattern: Mannequin door stop
Heather from The Sewing Loftguest blogs at The Shabby Creek Cottage with a free pattern and tutorial for making a mannequin door stop. Inserting rocks or pebbles when stuffing it will give it weight to keep a door open. … Read More...
Tutorial: Make adult leggings from a t-shirt
I’ve seen plenty of tutorials showing how to make a pair of little kid leggings out of the sleeves of adult long-sleeved shirt. Lisa from Cucicucicoo shows how you can make a pair of leggings for an adult or older … Read More...
Project: Graduation Card
It’s graduation time, so grab your stamps and make some cards to help those new grads celebrate! Nicole Magourik has a wonderful grad card on her blog. I love the vintage map stamp she used, very masculine, a perfect … Read More...
Improve Your Photography | 10 Tips for Mastering Composition
Misti Tracy shares 10 Tips for Mastering Composition to help you improve your photography. She covers things like horizons, depth of field and use of negative space. Once she covers these basic “rules” she then invites you to break … Read More...
Tutorial | Document Milestones by Adding Text to Photos Using Picasa
Rachael at Nothing if Not Intentional, shares how you can create milestone photos to document how your children are learning and growing. She does these every six months or so for her daughters, all using Picasa, the free photo software. … Read More...
Bathroom Guest Books
Very funny~ But it’s not a new idea, I recall my younger self filling in a toilet guest book at my friend’s house many many moons ago. This one from Casa-diseno.com is a little more classy than our scraps … Read More...
D.Bug Model Kits – Robot Brigade
Kickstarter is a great way for people with great ideas to get them out there. Robot Brigade, for instance, is a robotics company working on some pretty interesting products (robotic cookie cutting anyone?). And they’re using Kickstarter to … Read More...
Sewing Pattern Tutorial: Lace insert t-shirt
Hanna from Pearls & Scissors shows how she made this gorgeous t-shirt with a lace insert across the top. The neck and sleeves are finished with bands of knit, so there’s no fussing with hemming the edge of the lace. … Read More...
Tutorial: Countour burp cloths
Amy from Nap Time Crafters and Peek-a-Boo Pattern Shopshows how to make her go-to baby gift – a set of contoured burp cloths. The curved shape fits perfectly over the shoulder. Each one is made from two layers of … Read More...
How To Dome Without A Block Tutorial
This tutorial is very interesting to me. I have never worked with metal so the ideas are new to me. In this tutorial Divya shows a step-by-step process for making metal domes without a block. Check it out!
Cousin Announces Call for Applicants for Creative Circle Ambassador Program
COUSIN ANNOUNCES CALL FOR APPLICANTS FOR CREATIVE CIRCLE AMBASSADOR PROGRAM
Five New Ambassadors To Be Selected To Join The Inaugural Group
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
LARGO, Fl., May 10, 2013 – Cousin Corporation of America is pleased to announce a … Read More...
Tutorial: Paper Pocket Book
This pretty pocket booklet is perfect for tucking in photos, ticket stubs, notes and more. Dar’s Crafty Creations shares how to make the covers and pockets for this sweet little book. I love the sewing theme she used but the … Read More...
Simple Lace Necklace Tutorial
Here is another tutorial by Gajay. This pretty necklace is made using lace and wire. Gajay says it only takes minutes to make, it is that easy! Check it out and learn how she made this Simple Lace Necklace.
Cross Stitch Wall Art
One fun thing about cross stitch is that sometimes it inspires art that occurs without actual stitching. This is one case such as that. Over at Once Upon Her Dream blog, learn how to use simple markers and canvas to … Read More...
Strawberry Felt Tutorial by Ain
Since Strawberry season is almost upon us we can hasten the season with these lovely fruits to display in a bowl to cheer you and your guests. Aim of “SweetTwinz” created these charming Strawberries and is sharing her tutorial with … Read More...
DIY Gold Leaf Crystal Statement Necklace
This necklace was inspired by jewelry from movie posters for the movie The Great Gatsby. In this tutorial you will learn how to make this great Gold Leaf Statement necklace using resin, a water bottle and ice-cube tray molds. Check … Read More...
