Create a memorable exit from your wedding with ideas and inspiration rounded up by Belle & Chic! Whether it’s bubbles, wands, confetti, or sparklers, these props are all sure to make a lasting impression. Get all the details here… Read More...
How to make a disco ball pinata
So if you are having a party that a disco ball would fit into the decor and the festivities also include a pinata why not combine the two and make a disco ball pinata. See how to make a disco … Read More...
Sewing Pattern Tutorial: Make your own t-shirt
The February project at The Sewing Loft will be making t-shirts, with a series of how-to posts from Melly of Melly Sews. The wardrobe staple is actually fairly easy to sew, and easy to alter or embellish to make the … Read More...
Idea file: A partitioned lunch box becomes a sewing kit
This is a sandwich box, right? Karen from Sew Many Ways shows how she used the partitioned lunch box as a sewing kit. The compartments can hold threads, needles, and small notions. The top, where a sandwich would go, can … Read More...
Tutorial: Valentine bookmarks that kids can sew
Nicole from Improv Diary, and c0-author of Improv Sewing, shows how to make a Valentine’s bookmark that kids can sew. The stitching all just for decoration so there’s no wrong way. And they’re quick to make, so they … Read More...
Free Printable: Cupid’s Arrow Chocolate Heart Valentines
I have to admit, I have a little crush on Lisa Storms. Everything she touches is pure gold. Find the free printable for these arrow Valentine’s (just add chocolate hearts
) HERE at Lisa Storms.
Tutorial: Felt piggy bank
Check out this piggy bank that Onel from Onelmon made! It’s an actual functioning piggy bank stitched from felt. She made it to celebrate Chinese New Year. A length of PVC pipe on his insides gives him his round piggy … Read More...
Terrarium
There are lots of ways to throw big fancy parties. But here is a lovely way to host a smaller, activity based party. The Acme Party Box company sells terrarium kits. And, if you want to see ideas for how … Read More...
Going Away Party
Jordan Ferny shows us a lovely way to host a going away party. She has hand selected some really beautiful things from our fair city and gathered them together. But this could go either way. You could design your baskets … Read More...
DIY Alphabet Bibs Tutorial
Bhushavali on her blog “Fashion Panche,” shares with us a creative tutorial on how to make an alphabet bib necklace decorated with eye-catching papadums. Papadums are an Indian food that is thin, and crisp and can be related … Read More...
Project: Sour Cream Treat Holders
Using some pretty pattern paper and a little adhesive you can make these fun little sour cream container treat holders. Find directions on the Skip to My Lou blog.
-Heather
Rainbow Heart Cheesecakes
You’ve got the rainbow, the cheesecake and the heart. Could this be the most perfect Valentine’s Day dessert ever? Maybe. If you’re into that kind of thing. Make these way-too-clever rainbow heart cheesecakes (and by the way, other shapes for … Read More...
Kid-Friendly Layered Valentine’s Drinks
Layered drinks. That’s an arena I’ve yet to enter. And while I’m always a fan of the grown-up cocktail, I gotta love that kids get to have some drink coolness, too. Find the instructions to make these non-alcoholic layered drinks … Read More...
Tutorial: Big bow and sash for little girl dresses
Is there anything girlier than a sash tied into a big bow at the back of a dress? Or how about a wide sash tied into a bow at the neck of a pillowcase dress? Destri from The Mother Huddle… Read More...
Free Rainbow Favor Topper Printable
Aw, rainbows work in any situation. Find a free printable for Valentine’s Day favor toppers HERE at Mighty Delighty. Just add any rainbow-colored candy of your choice.
Hosting a Rainbow party? Check out these Rainbow party articles over on … Read More...
Get A Hop On Easter!
Easter will be here before you know it. It’s at the end of March this year, but that’s coming up soon. In my neck of the woods, that time of year is ‘hit and miss’ with weather. But, most … Read More...
Round-Up | 12 More Valentine’s Day Ideas, Freebies and Tutorials
Valentine’s Day is the perfect time to show your loved ones how much you care, and with this round-up of 12 more ideas, freebies, and tutorials, you’ll have plenty of inspiration to choose from.
From heartfelt gifts and romantic … Read More...
Heart Shaped Egg
What a lovely little way to celebrate Valentines without going “over the top”. Kids, adults, breakfast treat, packed lunch surprise… There is no end to where you could add this little gem. Anna shows us how to do this here … Read More...
Have you been to Goodsmiths?
Have you heard about Goodsmiths? An online marketplace for crafters and artists, Goodsmiths is a direct competitor to Etsy and growing by the minute. Because they’re still a fairly new (they launched last April) there’s a chance to get … Read More...
Tutorial: L.O.V.E. mini quilt sampler
Love is in the air or at least on your wall with this sweet L.O.V.E mini quilt by Cindy of Tops to Treasures. She shares how to make one at the Moda Bake Shop. Get the tutorial.
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