I have a confession to make. After spotting these chocolate dipped pretzel rod farm animals, I went out and bought some pretzel rods. And that was before I even saw this just as cute/maybe cuter jungle animal collection. Sigh. … Read More...
Tutorial: Suede bookcovers and handmade journals
Ashley from Lil Blue Boo shows how to make these cool suede bookcovers. She also shows how to make the journals that fit inside. Go to her blog for the DIY.
[photo from Lil Blue Boo]
Frozen Yogurt Banana Pops
So I love this idea as a healthy alternative to candy melts for dipping: Yogurt, frozen. From this idea on …in Sock Monkey Slippers, make frozen yogurt banana pops at We Made That.
Jam Jar Cookies
It’s the little touches like adding baker’s twine to a cookie that make me pause and appreciate the cleverness of others. Make adorable jam jar cookies HERE at Munchkin Munchies.
Boutique Style Flats Refashion
Too dang cute, that’s what these are! I don’t normally post about fashion, but these are sweet and would make a great Mother’s Day gift too. These went from a plain pair of flats found at Walmart to an adorable … Read More...
Newsy: Patti wins dream iron
Congratulations to the winner of the Panasonic “dream iron”. Patti wrote on April 8, 2013 1:56 pm the following comment:
… Read More...I have never had an iron that I actually liked, but that is mostly because of the annoying cord.
Freebie: Camera and Bird Digi
“Watch the birdie!” Birdie Brown has this adorable camera with bird digital stamp to download for free. Hurry though, it’s only free during April!
-Heather
Easy Skulls Crochet Patterns
If you’re a fan of the trendy skull crochet aesthetic that’s everywhere right now, you’re going to love this crochet skull scarf pattern. It’s cute, edgy, and works up in a jiffy—making it the perfect project for both … Read More...
Tutorial | Mini Album in a Vintage Tin for Mother’s Day Gift
Lowri McNabb shows you how to create this tiny mini album (it measures 2″ x 2.5″!) from one sheet of paper. She also shares the suggestion to use it for a Mother’s Day gift and present it in a vintage … Read More...
Free Online Creative Crop for National Scrapbook Day
(Inter)National Scrapbook Day is May 4th, and to celebrate Big Picture Classes will be holding its 3rd Annual Creative Crop Online. So mark your calendars!
… Read More...Every hour on the hour, for 10 straight hours, join us inside a FREE classroom
How to make little kid pants from a big shirt
Mother’s Day is Coming
One of the best things about crafting has always been the chance to make gifts for people. Or buy handmade gifts if you’re running a little short on time. Here’s some great Mother’s Day items:
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| Candle Holder by Kissinglass | Necklace |
Chocolate Diet Update
This is a progress report – for my Chocolate Diet Challenge (Read about it here)
If you haven’t been following the challenge, it is basically a meal replacement diet program for 8 weeks. The fun part is it’s all themed … Read More...
Customizable Matchbox Labels
Need something cute and customizable to go with a candle gift? How about these printable matchbox labels with editable monograms from Lia Griffith?
Three more days to enter
Don’t forget! CraftGossip and Lark Crafts are giving away a copy of Aimee Ray’s Doodle Stitching: Embroidery & Beyond and a bundle of embroidery floss.
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Enter the giveaway before April 17, 2013
New design from The Lone Beader
The Lone Beader has a new beaded-brooch pattern that is suitable for beginners. I’ve you’ve been wanting to try your hand at bead embroidery, here’s the perfect chance. And you’ll have an adorable toy poodle to wear or share when … Read More...
What Jude is thinking – Jude Hill Needlework Artist
It is fascinating to me to observe an artist’s mind at work. Most of us have trouble articulating our design process — we say it’s something we “feel.” So I love that Jude Hill speaks aloud her thoughts as she … Read More...
How to transfer an embroidery design
Chris of Ella’s Craft Creations shares an excellent method for transferring an embroidery design to fabric. In her needlework tutorial, she will show you one of the easiest ways to transfer your Embroidery design to the fabric. You’re going to love the hand-colored … Read More...
Inspiration: Iviva Olenick
Poetry, watercolor, embroidery in one small piece. Artwork by Iviva Olenick of Were I So Besotted. The hashtag underscores Iviva’s use of a traditional artform in untraditional ways. Go to Iviva’s blog to see lots more of her amazing work… Read More...
Inspiration: Claudia W
Check out this rockin block created by Claudia W of Austria for the Crazy Quilt Journal Project 2013. The colors, the lovely stitch choices, the images keep my eyes traveling — I’m captivated by the details. And I adore her … Read More...