Too early for Easter stuff? How about just cutie cute bunny stuff? OK, we’ll go with just some cutie cute bunny stuff. Like bunny bread. Find the how-tos HERE at Twiggle Magazine.
A Scarf without Knitting
Most of the time I try to stick to writing about yarn crafts that actually involve knitting, but most of us who work with yarn sometimes like to do things with it that are not knitting, so I thought I … Read More...
Prideful Remembrance
Pride and Prejudice was published 200 years ago in 1813 and to celebrate, The Sampler Girl created a memorial cross stitch pattern. It is a great mini sampler that will make a neat mini pillow, ornament, or a small framed … Read More...
Find: Deewa Candles by Karve Design
Karve Design makes a line of candles accented by thin, hand-carved plywood that they call Deewa Candles. The elegant, subtle style of these beauties is stunning.
Movie Party
Tickets. Concessions. Popcorn. All in time for Oscar night. There are so many great ideas here that could be done at home, to make a movie party. Are there some movies that you need to see still? All of the … Read More...
Unicorn Poop Cupcakes
Hee hee, “poop.” My kid’s at the age where the word still evokes giggling. Plus she’s into rainbows and unicorns, so these are her perfect cupcakes. Created by Haniela’s, find the video how-to to make Unicorn poop cupcakes HERE.
Get Ready for Baseball Season with this Inspired Collection
I follow knitwear designer Allyson Dykhuizen on Pinterest, and I happened to notice not too long ago that she was pinning a lot of stuff having to do with vintage baseball uniforms and logo designs. I wondered what she was … Read More...
{Monday Moods at DIY Weddings} Wuthering Heights
This stunning mood board featured at Limn & Lovely perfectly captures the moody romance of one of my favorite novels, Wuthering Heights. Visit this link to read about the inspiration behind this board.
Best Ode to Every President Ever. In Cookies
The title says it all. I’m utterly wowwed by this decorated cookie tribute to every single president of the United States (even Polk! And that pesky Martin Van Buren!). Find the collection of profiles by talented cookie decorators HERE at … Read More...
Inside Out Apples
What a lovely, little thing to do to surprise your honey. Or use other little cookie cutter shapes besides a heart. Find the how-tos to make inside out apples HERE at Letstalkfitness.
Tutorial: Velcro kitchen towel stays in place
Maggie from Homemade Mamas added Velcro squares to the back of a kitchen towel so it will stay wrapped around the oven handle, always within easy reach. When it’s time for a washing, it’s easily removed and tossed into the … Read More...
Tutorial: Sew a shirt placket
Shannon from Little Kids Grow shows how to make a placket for a shirt. Though it fits around both sides of the opening and overlaps in the middle, it’s actually made from a single piece of fabric. Go to her … Read More...
Free pattern: Little boy fedora
Melissa from Blank Slate Patterns and Melly Sews shares a free pattern and tutorial for making a little boy’s fedora. The hat was part of the Lumineers-inspired outfit she made for her Sew In Tune series. Go to her … Read More...
Tutorial: Leprechaun suspender pants treat bags
How utterly cute are these leprechaun pants treat bags! I’m loving those suspenders! And with a four-leaf clover corsage, they’re all ready for a St. Patrick’s Day celebration. Amy from Positively Splendid shows how to make them. Go to her … Read More...
Oscar Party Bingo
Are you a fan of the Oscars? Do you like the dancing? Or should they just stick to the awards? Are you having a viewing party? Here is a GREAT idea to keep everyone’s attention for the 5 hour extravaganza. … Read More...
Tutorial: Silk bow headband for baby
Kate from See Kate Sew shows how to make silk bow headband for baby. The headband itself is a soft foldover elastic. The oversized bow is made from a strip of silk fabric. Go to her tutorial.
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Quick Knit: Orange Slice Cowl
I happen to be taking part in Iron Craft ’13, a craft challenge put on by the bloggers at Just Crafty Enough. A couple of challenges ago the theme was to create something with the color orange — or … Read More...
Princess Cookie and Cake Tutorial
This cake and cookie combo is simply stunning. I know a jillion five-year olds who would go nuts for this at their birthday. I know a few adults who would, too. Created by Montreal Confections, find the video tutorial … Read More...
Giveaway | Free Registration to 30 Days of Lists
I’m running a giveaway for a free spot in the 30 Days of Lists Challenge over on my personal blog Callaloo Soup. The challenge begins March 1st and is perfect for starting a daily journaling practice. You’ll receive a daily … Read More...
Technique: Gesso Resist
I use Gesso a lot in my collage and mixed media art and I’ve done several different stamping resist techniques (mostly using embossing powders or inks) but I never thought of using Gesso to resit with. These stunning cards are … Read More...