Marissa at “Raegun Ramblings” shows us how to make out of a polymer clay her version of the popular sterling silver lovers thumbprint heart necklaces. These double fingerprint heart charms can be made in a variety of colors. … Read More...
Library Birthday Invitations
A great idea for a kid’s party – a Library/Book party. Our friend and photographer JetKat Photo shows us the invitations she made for her son’s party. These are so clever, made on the cards put in the pocket envelopes … Read More...
Free pattern: Duckbill platypus softie
Stacie from Yellow Spool shares a free pattern for making the cutest duckbill platypus softie. His felt bill looks like a big ol’ smile. And his platypus tail is sooo cute! Get the pattern and how-to on her blog.… Read More...
DIY Neon Skeleton Keys
Vintage skeleton keys go modern with this fun tutorial from Polly Conway featured at Limn & Lovely! What a great way to repurpose an antique icon into something fresh and colorful.
14 DIY Valentine Gift Ideas
Valentine’s Day is only about a week away. Have you decided what to give your sweetheart? Here are several fun do it yourself Valentine gift ideas to get your creative juices flowing!
Looking for more Valentines crafts? Check these out … Read More...
Tutorial: Ruffled throw pillow
You can find a tutorial to make this pretty ruffled pillow over at Pieced Pastimes. The drop cloth material she used shows off the lines of the ruffles and the button trim. Her dimensions will create a cover for … Read More...
Tutorial: Recycled leather cell phone wristlet
Staci from Crafty Staci cut apart a leather coat and use the material to make a stack of projects, including a purse, a coffee sleeve, a business card wallet, and now a wristlet to hold her cell phone. She shares … Read More...
Tutorial: Stay Put Scarf
Louise from I’m Feelin’ Crafty shares a tutorial over at Go To Sew showing how to make her Stay Put Scarf. It’s made from two layers of fleece and has a small loop across one end to keep it in … Read More...
Tutorial: DIY fabric shoelaces
Susie from The Works (that’s the Clothworks blog) shows how you can make your own shoe laces out of your favorite fabric. It’s a fun way to add a pop of color to your shoes. I can see the tweeny … Read More...
Product Review: Silhouette Double Sided Adhesive Kit
I recently got a chance to play around the the brand new Double Side Adhesive Kit from Silhouette. This neat kit allows you to die cut shapes and apply glitter or flocking to add some fun sparkle or fluff … Read More...
Another Wonderfully Simple Necklace
I just love the look – and simplicity – of this pretty necklace. I love the color play that Liliana has created with her color choices. This would be the perfect showcase for a fantastic bead, too. A more … Read More...
Pop-up Parties
I love everything about pop-up parties. Part picnic, part glamor, …one special meal.
I found this post that really does a great job of dissecting all the pieces, and pointing to a number of web sites that have great tips … Read More...
9 Valentine’s Day Ideas,Tutorials and Freebies
1. Love Note Printables from Paper Coterie
2. Printable Valentines from Small Types
3. Cool Kids’ Printable Valentines from A Night Owl
4 -5. Mason jar Valentine Countdown and Valentine Wreathe from Vintage Umbrella
Berry Heart Ice Cubes
I’ve been neglecting the ice cube part of my meal for way too long, it seems. Beyond Valentine’s Day, these berry-infused ice cubes would be so lovely in a nice cold drink this summer, too. Make berry infused heart ice … Read More...
Cupid Breakfast
Pancake Cupid? Turkey bacon arrow? Now that’s a Valentine’s Day breakfast to make you giggle. Make it HERE at Kitchen Fun with My 3 Sons.
Check out these Make-Ahead Recipes books
we found on Amazon.
If you are looking … Read More...
Quilter’s Calendar planning tool
Check out this new tool for quilters, an online Quilter’s Calendar. I just did. I clicked on Pat Sloan’s name on the 16th of February. A pop-up tells me she’ll be teaching at the Vereins Quilt Guild in Fredericksburg, TX. … Read More...
8th Annual Women in Glass – The Flow Magazine
The Winter issue of The Flow Magazine is the 8th Annual Gallery of Women in Glass and it’s a very good issue if I might say. (Disclosure: I have a couple of beads in this issue.) It’s full of information … Read More...
Inspiration: Jess Quinn
Jess Quinn‘s soft dolls and critters are as practical and huggable as they are collectible. This doll’s little fox handbag almost gives me tears of joy. See more at her blog post. Lots more! She’s already been incredibly … Read More...
Tutorial: Valentine pockets
Jane LaFazio shows us how to applique and embroider little heart pockets — the perfect wrap for a teeny valentine gift. See her tute.
Polymer Clay Challenges
Some of the fun stuff going on out there that can give you the chance to stretch your claying muscles:
- Polyform has a monthly contest, run on Facebook. Go like them and try out February’s challenge – using polymer clay