As the mom to a five year old girl, I’m well versed in the ways of Twilight Sparkle. Well versed, indeed. So I can appreciate these Twilight Sparkle cookies in all their purple-y goodness. Find the recipe and how-tos to … Read More...
Color Block Candlesticks
Inspirationsquelle gave some old candle sticks a chic facelift with some pastel color blocking. Though the tutorial is in German, you can follow the tutorial with its photos or with a free web translator.
Free “Shrowl” Pattern from Stephen West
Thanks to the WEBS Facebook page, my attention was called to this fun new pattern with a funny name. The Shrowl by Stephen West is so named because it’s a shrug and a cowl.
The piece is worked flat, … Read More...
Clover Pretzels
I agree. These are clever clovers. Turn pretzels into four, OK, three leaf clovers HERE at Spoonful.
“Candy” Lunch
It’s candy for lunch, but not. Or mostly not. Serve a “candy” muffin tin lunch HERE at another lunch.
Repeating Motif Cross Stitch Chart
This repeating design will be a great chart to stitch as a background to fill in behind a larger design or as a stand-alone creation in itself. You can use any color and I think it would look smashing done … Read More...
How to make a recycled cereal box and chip bag pinata
This is such a great idea for making your own pinata. Pop on over to the blog Pink Stripey Socks for the tutorial on how to make a recycled cereal box and potato chip bag pinata.
Dr Seuss Thing 1 and Thing 2 Cupcake Push Pops
I’d say Thing 1 and Thing 2 make for some pretty clever push pop cupcakes. Find the easy instructions to make these for a Dr. Seuss birthday party HERE at The Country Chic Cottage.
Looking for Dr Seuss decorations? … Read More...
Lisa Shroyer to Take Over at Interweave Knits
Just got word via a press release that Eunny Jang is leaving Interweave Knits in March to “pursue other opportunities.” Lisa Shroyer, was has been the editor of Knitscene for the past five years, will take over as editor of … Read More...
Chocolate Rose Tutorial
This beautiful rose crafted from modeling chocolate looks intimidating to make, but this tutorial with step-by-step photographs makes it seem very do-able. Find the how-tos HERE at Lulu’s Sweet Secrets.
Oscars Party Treats
If you need ideas for your Oscars party, best go to the source for party awesomeness. You’ll find links to gift bag ideas, game printables, cocktails, and recipes over at Amy Atlas’s Sweet Designs. I’m kind of loving the … Read More...
Wood Pallet Map
Amy from The Idea Room took an old pallet and transformed it into this beautiful piece of map art! She was inspired by a map she had seen on Pinterest, I know I’ve seen it out there too. Check out … Read More...
Tip: Shaped Die Cut Cards
Here’s agreat tip for making a shaped card using die cuts. By folding your card in half and not die cutting over the fold you get a shaped card with a fold on top but then it’s flat alon that … Read More...
Freebie | Film Strip Photoshop Template & Silhouette Cut File
I just discovered Kate Vickers’ blog Scrapstation and it’s fabulous! Plus she is offering this free film strip in both a Photoshop template format, and a Silhouette cut file! Click here to get the files and see how Kate used … Read More...
QuiltConning it today
You probably won’t be seeing many posts from me today. I’m hanging out here in Austin, TX with Scarlett Burroughts (you may know her as our Quilting editor) for QuiltCon. We’re getting ready to head out the door for … Read More...
Freebie | Vintage Image Collage Sheet from Paper Scraps
If you love all things mid-century this vintage collage sheet is for you! It comes to us compliments of PaperScraps and is available on flickr. Click here to go to the download.
Oscar Party Printables
Hollywood is getting ready for their big party, so you have time to get your party ready too. (You are not rehearsing big medley dance numbers at your house. ) The Oscars are a perfect reason to have a party: … Read More...
Meet the Man: Mustache Baby Shower
Sisters Jen and Shannon share their idea for a little boy baby shower. This theme is sophisticated, but still playful. They show some neat food ideas, as well as photo booth fun times. Check out the whole thing at Eat. … Read More...
Fluff And Whimsey
I show you this mostly for inspiration. Caitlin doesn’t offer a pattern, but you can reproduce this yourself from the numerous pictures on her blog. Why do I like this so much? I absolutely adore dangly … Read More...
Freebie | Digital Photo Flags and a Tutorial from Cathy Zielske
Cathy Zielske is awesome. And not just because she is sharing these free digital photo flags and a tutorial showing how to use them. She’s an amazing graphic designer, a super cool scrapbooker and funny as heck to boot! Click … Read More...