Anshu fromBlooms and Bugs made this t-shirt dress as a Valentine’s outfit for her daughter. But because she went with a navy and white instead of the typical red and white color scheme, she can wear it all year. … Read More...
Happy Valentines Day
Wishing all of you a very happy Valentine’s day. I hope you are surrounded by love and joy!
This wonderful, simple balloon heart is the work of Kelly on Studio DIY. She is as enthusiastic about pink as we … Read More...
Tutorial: Sequin suspenders
Disney from Ruffles and Stuff used sequin trim to create a pair of fabulously sparkly suspenders for her daughter. She shares a tutorial showing how to make them. They’re cute with pants or a skirt. Go to her blog for … Read More...
Large Pallet Clock
Bev from Flamingo Toes turned old pallets into this beautiful jumbo wall clock using stencils. I’m a big fan of the rustic look, so this clock is right up my alley. The addition of the stencil adds sophistication to a … Read More...
Tutorial: Build an applique with ribbon and fusible webbing
This heart applique is actually made up of strips of ribbon. The Silhouette blog shows how do it using decorative ribbon and fusible webbing. As you’d expect, they used a Silhouette cutter to cut the applique shape from the ribbon-covered … Read More...
Tutorial: Make a toddler-sized backpack
Amber from Crazy Little Projects shows how to make a toddler-sized backpack that can go to preschool or Grandma’s house. It’s fully lined, with pockets on the inside for smaller items. The straps are adjustable, and there’s also a small … Read More...
Tutorial: No-sew fringed heart pillow
Dana from BuenoVida shows how to make a fringed heart pillow, no sewing required. The sides are tied together instead. This would a fun project to make with your child! Get the tute.
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[photo from BuenoVida]
Freebie: On-line Card Idea Magazine
Echo Park has a great free on-line magazine”Creative Cards” to download with 24 different card ideas, click here to download (you will need to check out through their system but it’s free)
-Heather
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Wire Wrapped Heart Bracelet
Melissa from “Artzy Creations,” recently posted a tutorial on how to make a super cute “Wire Wrapped Heart Bracelet.” Visit the link to find out how to make one for yourself, family, or friends!
Pipe Cleaner Heart Toppers
Clearly I need to spruce up my pipe cleaner supply. Here I’ve been holding on to the classic, boring, Kindergarten-versions when there were these glittery, pretty types out there. Find the how-tos to make a simple, heart, pipe cleaner topper … Read More...
Tutorial | Decorate a Box for Storing Your Stamps
Jamie Lane from Bits of Paper shares a tutorial showing how she decorated a plain box to use as stamp storage. She shares photos of each step. as well as links to where you can purchase the supplies she used. … Read More...
Crochet Doily High Heel Madness?
Just in case you thought doilies were for little old ladies, you gotta see these! There is plenty of info to make your own amazing doily covered wedge shoes here and here. The secret? ModPodge
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Kids Snack – Christmas Snowman Lunch
Bringing the outdoors in to lunch… it’s a ham and cheese snowman with falling popcorn. Guess it’s about as close as I’ll get to snow this year, sigh. Make him HERE at Creative Food.
Tips & Tricks | The Cheater’s Guide to Scrapbooking Ephemera
It’s Valentine’s Day, one of those days in the year when our collection of ephemera increases with cards and mementos. I thought it would be the perfect day to post this article by Noell Hyman of Paperclipping on how to … Read More...
Cup Cake Stand
What a neat way to display a cup cake. There is nothing better than a glitter letter! Best of all, there is a full DIY for these cute little pieces. From supplies needed to glue tips, this tutorial will show … Read More...
Dr. Who Inspired Sonic Screwdriver Pen – DoodleCraft
Alright Dr. Who fans, thanks to this tutorial by Doodle Craft you can now have your own Dr. Who Inspired Sonic Screwdriver Pen! I can’t think of a better way to rock your Whovian pride at school, work, or whenever … Read More...
Interview with Shots and Stripes authors
I received an advance copy of the book, Kaffe Fassett Quilts Shots and Stripes written by Kaffe Fassett and Liza Prior Lucy. Their publicist (thank you!) allowed me to ask the authors a few questions and I’m going to share … Read More...
Inspiration: Pam Kellogg
We all need to figure out how to be friends with Pam Kellogg. She made this stunning valentine door hanger for her friend, the blogger behind Magpie’s Mumblings. Go to the blog post for an image you can … Read More...
Tutorial: Appliqued valentine
Melissa of Checkout Girl guest-posts a tutorial on Sew, Mama, Sew! for this awesome appliqued and embroidered valentine. See her tute.
Beaded beauty by Hearty Craft
Feast your eyes on two gorgeous beaded lace hearts by Zinaida of Hearty Craft. See her post.