3D Dinosaur Cookie Cutters
Look what I stumbled across the other day. I haven’t any need for these any time soon (there was a brief moment when my daughter was into dinosaurs, but it has since passed), but I know … Read More...
Chocolate Cookie Heart Bars for Geeks
As in, yum. Chocolate cookies with frosting cut into hearts. As in, love quotes from movies geeks (like me) like. You know, “As you wish,” says Westley. And if you need the cheat sheet, it’s provided. Make them HERE at … Read More...
Conversation Heart Handwarmers
If you’re still looking for a knit you can whip up in time for Valentine’s Day, spend a couple of evenings with these cute conversation heart handwarmers from Kat at Just Crafty Enough.
These little mitts are pretty quick and … Read More...
Giving you a sneakie peekie of my project this week
I’ve got a craft & sewing project underway this week, and I’m giving you a sneakie peekie. This is what I’m starting with:
I’ve got t-shirts, fancy yarns, pretty ribbons, bells, feathers, pom poms, dowels, cellophane, Velcro, jump rings, and … Read More...
A Book-Themed Bridal Portrait Session
I’m still swooning over all the lovely literary details in these gorgeous images captured by photographer Melissa Stallings and featured at Limn & Lovely! When you can tear yourself away from staring at the beautiful book paper rosettes strewn … Read More...
Love Floats Cross Stitch Pattern
Over at OakHaven Designs, Tonia has posted two Valentine designs for you to enjoy. The one shown here is a cute owl-themed design with a sweet message. Check out the free chart. Be sure to check out Tonia’s other free … Read More...
{Monday Moods at DIY Weddings} Very Berry
Jewel-colored berries in reds, blues, purples, and pinks are the perfect combo for a spring or summer wedding! Elegance & Enchantment shares a beautiful inspiration board with links inspired by berries here.
DIY Heart Sprinkles
Lookie what I made! I had some leftover red, white and pink royal icing, already in the decorating bags, so I piped out a bunch of mini hearts and made sprinkles. Use these over ice cream, cake, cupcakes or other … Read More...
GUEST BLOG ENTRY: Felt Owl Tutorial
Sedef of “Down Grapevine Lane” is a guest blogger on “Home of Homemade Treasures” hosted by Yucenur who loves to learn and be inspired by what she sees and tries to promote a healthy, environmentally friendly, no-waste, organic and as … Read More...
Pat Sloan Live Radio | 4 PM EST
Today at American Patchwork & Quilting Radio, host Pat Sloan talks with yet another talented group of guests. They include Ebony Love (die cutting), Betz White, Weeks Ringle and Bill Kerr (design tips).
Don’t miss it. Go to Pat’s blog … Read More...
Winged hearts paper pieced quilt block
What could be cuter than hearts with wings? Joanna of Shape Moth created her ‘Valentine’s Hearts’ quilt block using a paper piecing technique. This would be adorable hanging ‘as is’, or sewn up into a pillow or mini quilt. She … Read More...
Mardi Gras Food
Are you doing anything to celebrate Mardi Gras? Here is a treasure trove of traditional recipes to choose from. Including okra creole, and king cake even.
Homemade Valentine’s Day Gummies
The lips! I love the sparkly lips. Must find silicone lip molds. Find the recipe for homemade Valentine’s Day gummies HERE at Sisteroo.
Making your own gummies has become very popular as it allows you to control the ingredients … Read More...
Glitter and Foil Candles
Lia at Ellinee made this charming set of candles embellished with gold foil and glitter. Check out how to get this look for yourself.
How to make a recycled Capri-Sun iPod Holder
Over at the blog Four Marrs & One Venus there is a cute tutorial on how to make an iPod holder from a Capri-Sun pouch.
Inspiration: French chairs
My design approach is to pick a fabric that inspires me and go from there. This one qualifies. The red, white and French blue would make a wonderful color palette for a quilt. It’s from the ‘Kiss the Cook’ collection … Read More...
Dessert Nacho Bar
Need a new idea for a party bar? How about nachos? Dessert nachos, that is. I’ve never seen this done, but it just makes so much sense. Apple chips and cinnamon chips make the base and toppings include coconut, M … Read More...
Sewing Pattern Tutorial: Mod black & white t-shirt
Cathy from Trinkets in Bloom shows how she made her mod black & white t-shirt. The design was inspired by the Chanel Couture Spring 2013 runway. Her DIY combines two t-shirts to get the color blocked plunging vee neck. Love … Read More...
Tutorial: Heart pocket boyfriend cardi
Jen from iCandy Handmade shows how to make her boyfriend cardi with a Valentine’s flair. She gives it big heart pockets out of contrasting fabric. Her post has the how-to for making the heart pockets, as well as a link … Read More...
Tutorial: Trompe l’oeil necklace and pocket tee
Stephanie from Henry Happened created a trompe l’oeil effect on a plain tee, with painted images of a necklace and pockets. She got the idea from a J. Crew kid’s shirt, but you can see that it’s also a fun … Read More...