It’s a new year and that means lots of new paper crafting products! The CHA show is going on now and all the big companies are showing off their new releases. The Scrappy Jedi has graciously gathered and linked to … Read More...
Facebook Valentine’s Cookies
Something about the whole social commentary thing makes these “Like” Valentine’s Day cookies seem so much less cheesy than cupids and frilly hearts. Not that I’m saying cupids and frilly hearts are cheesy (no, I am). Loving Facebook Valentine’s Day … Read More...
Despicable Me Breakfast
What a great word, “despicable,” even if it means something not great. And I love how many toddlers now know what it means. Make a Despicable Me breakfast HERE at Kitchen Fun with My 3 Sons.
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{Tuesday Trends at DIY Weddings} 2013 Wedding Cakes
Romantic lace wedding cakes are a trendy option for 2013 weddings! Wedding Elation shares cakes that are perfect for traditional or modern themes, and some eclectic mix and match options too. See all the lovely photos and links here.
Gummi Heart Pops
Of course, I’m thinking of all the other molds that exist out there even beyond hearts and Valentine’s Day to make some pretty cool homemade gummi pops. Find the recipe for gummi heart pops HERE at Mighty Delighty.
Homemade Sprinkles
Homemade sprinkles from royal icing? I have about ten different colors of the stuff sitting in my cupboard right now. Maybe I’ll whip some up. Make homemade sprinkles HERE at Sugarkissed.net.
Free Valentine’s Day Printables from Warm Hot Chocolate
Julee from Warn Hot Chocolate is sharing these printable Valentine’s Day tags and labels. These would be nice to include with your treats. Click over to see how she used them as cupcake toppers, and to download them for yourself.… Read More...
Freebie and Tutorial | Paper Heart Garland from Ellinée
Print out the free sheets of pink and gold hearts from Ellinée and follow the tutorial to make this paper heart garland for some Valentine’s Day decor. Click here to go to the free printable.
Sharpie Soup Bowls
You’ve seen them around. Cups, mugs, bowls and plates decorated with Sharpies. I’ve heard of conflicting results, though this one seemed to work great. Have you tried using Sharpies on ceramics? Has it worked for you? it worked for Home … Read More...
Freebies: Paper pieced hearts
Jennifer of Sewhooked admits she has a thing for hearts. Get this patchwork heart pattern and many more on her blog. They’re free for personal use.
Image credit: Sewhooked
Etsy Shop of the Week – MaeMaeMills
This weeks featured Etsy Shop is MaeMaeMills. MaeMaeMills is a shop chock full of fun, feminine jewelry, made by artist Megan Milliken. Just flipping through the shop listings like this Hot Pink and Black Bow Necklace makes me smile. … Read More...
Tutorial: Color blocked wiggle skirt (try it with gold!)
Melissa from I Still Love You joins the Stretch Yourself series (co-hosted by Mad Mim and One Little Minute) with a tutorial showing how to make her Color Blocked Wiggle Skirt. It’s a solid color in the front, but … Read More...
Tutorial: Winter tote from a refashioned sweater
The Renegade Seamstress shows how she turned an old sweater into a new bag for herself. The sweater tote is perfect for winter! Get the tute.
[photo from The Renegade Seamstress]
Tutorial: Lemon Butter Lip & Skin Balm
Wow…one balm for everything from your lips to your feet to your cuticles. And right about now, in the mid-January doldrums, lemon sounds just about right. Jessica from bespangled shares her easy tutorial (and love how she reuses Altoids tins). … Read More...
Free Sewing pattern: Biased Bibs for baby
Kate from See Kate Sew shares a free pattern and tutorial for making her Biased Bibs. They’re simple baby bibs that tie at the back and are edged with bias tape. A set of these would make a great gift … Read More...
Painted Glass Candle Holders
Plaid Crafts shares instructions for how to make these intricate and beautiful candle holders, perfect for Valentine’s Day. Get the project instructions here.
Freebie: Snowman Love Printable
My Grafico has this sweet image of a snowman couple in love to download for free. Perfect for a heartfelt Valentine’s Day card or winter anniversary!
-Heather
Are you looking for more Valentine’s Day Embellishments, papers, and supplies?
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Yard Stick Photo Display
A yard stick, some clothespins and flat wood circles are what you will need to make this fun and vintage looking photo display. A great way to dress up just about any spot that needs it. Get the how to … Read More...
Registration is Open for Vogue Knitting Live Seattle!
Vogue Knitting Live is heading to the Pacific Northwest in April, with a show at the Mendenbauer Convention Center in Seattle. VIP registration for the event is now open, which means you can get in on the biggest packages for … Read More...
Heart’felt’ Valentine’s Day Crafts
Sisters, Heather who lives in (Kentucky) and Vanessa who lives in the (Pacific Northwest) co-host “At the Picket Fence”! This is their way of sharing their lives events living so far apart. The girls have created a wonderful blog and … Read More...