Remember letters? I do. I used to write them. I had personalized stationery and everything. If you’re too young to remember letters, we who came of age pre-email used to write sentiments on paper, put the paper in an envelope, … Read More...
Hearts Galore – Crochet Patterns
For your Valentine crochet, check out some of these quickies!
These tiny beauties can be made in just a few moments with just a few stitches. Get the free pattern and tutorial here.
Even if you only make one … Read More...
Technique: Puzzle Piece Resist Card
Inspired by a technique she learned from Jennifer McGuire, Beate Johns shares her version of a puzzle piece resist card. This clever technique involves cutting or punching out shapes, stamping the shapes and background with different colors and them … Read More...
Glass Alchemy Newsletter
Since I have been expanding my glass horizons, I’ve started playing more with boro glass. That then makes me more aware of the boro companies out there. I’ve signed up with Glass Alchemy to find out what’s new and groovy … Read More...
Pattern: Asian Fan Purse
Hawaiian quilt motif explained
This 30’s Hawaiian quilt came across my Facebook News Feed today from French72 Antique Quilts. I’m intrigued by a comment left by Anna Harkins who explained,
… Read More...A Hawaiian friend told me to look for all the stages of flower
Glowheart – ElectronicGirlGifts
Valentines Day approaches and if you’re looking for something personal, with a little glow to it, then you need to check out Electronic Girl Gifts. The shop focuses on what artist AnnMarie calls “techno-crafting”, crafting that incorporates technology to … Read More...
“Love Is” Valentine Wreath
Do you remember “Love Is”? Those cute little cartoon people from back in the 70’s? I do, I was school aged back then and those little people were everywhere. They are considered vintage now (eek) and you just don’t see … Read More...
Product Review: Gutermann Recycled Thread Polyester
I just got back from CHA (Craft & Hobby Association) and I am beyond excited to share one of the most amazing discoveries I came across — Gutermann’s Recycled Polyester Thread! Yes, you heard that right — this high-quality … Read More...
Decorative Wooden Spoons
Turn plain, dollar store or WalMart wooden spoons into a pretty kitchen display item with this tutorial from jaderbomb. She used printable film sheets, but I’m sure washi tape or paint would work great too. Get the scoop here — … Read More...
Shimmering Valentine Gift Boxes
Metallic paint and shimmery scrapbook paper are what give these pretty heart shape boxes
their luster. A fun way to dress up a $1 paper mache box from the craft store. Wrap up a gift in style for your Valentine. … Read More...
Tutorial: Mitten clips
Heidi from Elegance & Elephants shows how to make a pair of mitten clips. Clip one end to a mitten, the other to the jacket sleeve, and you’ll stand a much better chance of avoiding orphaned mittens. Go to her … Read More...
Tutorial: “Lush” Style Shower Jelly
Now this looks fun for kids and adults. The folks at Easy Home Made have figured out how to make the Lush style shower “jelly” using very inexpensive ingredients. If you’re … Read More...
Idea file: Tulle over a print
Miranda from One Little Minute and Joy Laforme collaborated on the design of this gorgeous party dress. The fabric was designed by Joy, and the dress construction by Miranda. The tulle layered over the print on the skirt is such … Read More...
Shaped Valentine’s Candles
Hello! Lucky made some super cute candles for Valentine’s Day with poured wax and cookie cutters. Like I said, ridiculously cute, as well as a really clever way to make candles. Go read their full tutorial right now.
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Make a Cozy Felted Owl DIY
I found these adorable little owls on Better Homes & Gardens website. They offer you complete instructions as how to needle felt these owls. I would like to offer a suggestion when making these owls; if you buy Styrofoam … Read More...
Tutorial: Make a little girl’s jacket using a basic bodice pattern
Cherie from You & Mie guest blogs in the Basic Bodice Design series at iCandy Handmade with a tutorial showing how she adapted a basic bodice pattern to make a little girl’s reversible jacket. It has a Peter Pan collar … Read More...
January Snowflake
Angela shared this example of the free January Snowflake pattern over at Stitching the Night Away. Loretta praises her unique color choice and I agree – the colors really pop. You can pop over to the Stitching the Night away … Read More...
New Product: Personalized Stamps
I get asked by a lot of people where to find personalized stamps. Well, I just heard some exciting news from The Stamps of Life, they are now offering personalized stamps! I have several of their clear stamp sets and … Read More...
Beaded Sunburst Mirror
There are a lot of sunburst mirrors out there, all different designs and styles. I have to admit that I’m not a huge fan of the sunburst as I’ve seen them, but this one really caught my eye. I’m not … Read More...