Sometimes (and only sometimes) chocolate is not the best gift to give for Valentines day. Sometimes, it’s good to give something useful, pretty, and not gone the next day, like this gilded hearts notebook from Hazel and Agnes. You … Read More...
Marlene Rose – Glass Artist
I was fortunate enough to go to the opening night of LA Art Show at the Los Angeles Convention Center. It’s an annual event that houses galleries from all over the world. Tonight was a big shin dig for patrons, … Read More...
Visit Your Local Quilt Shop Day – Jan 24
Ellen of The Long Thread is planning to visit her local quilt shop Thursday (read her post here) as part of the Visit Your Local Quilt Shop Day campaign. Will you be visiting yours? Before you run out the … Read More...
Yay! Quilt Dad is back
Quilting superstar John of Quilt Dad rejoined the blogosphere today after a short absence. I’ve missed his witty writing, so want to join others in welcoming him back to the fold. Go HERE to catch up.
Concert Ticket Magnets
I remember the days of saving concert tickets. A momento from a good time, mostly from my youth. I’m pretty sure they’re still in a box in the attic with other keepsakes from days gone by. I like this idea … Read More...
Rachael’s Scrappy Trip Around the World
Rachael of Imagine Gnats joined the #scrappytripalong on Instagram. This is her finished quilt top (love it) and if you scroll to the bottom of her post she provides links to all the information on the Scrappy Trip Around the … Read More...
Valentine Painted Mugs
Here are a few different ideas (only one is pictured) for painting on glass mugs to give as Valentine’s Day gifts. Fun ideas, though I am partial to the “Ink Heart Mug” pictured here. Check them all out at — … Read More...
Robot Canvases
You can pick up stretched canvas at craft stores pretty inexpensively, and if you have that store’s coupon, even better! There are so many things that you can with them, and you don’t have to be a painter to do … Read More...
How to Make Wool Dryer Balls
I knew nothing about dryer balls until one of my readers mentioned them and linked me up to Green Allure Wool Dryer Balls – the Ultimate Drying Aid. They tell you all about the reasons to use dryer balls but … Read More...
Tutorial: Girl’s easy tiered skirt
Simple Simon & Co. shares a tutorial over at Riley Blake Designs blog showing how to make a girl’s tiered skirt. It’s a pretty skirt that’s also easy to sew. Get the tute.
[photo from Simple Simon & Co.]
Tutorial: Make little girl leggings from tights
The only difference between a pair of thick tights and a pair of leggings is a heel and a foot. Remove them from your tights, and you’ve got leggings. Becky at U Create shows how to do it. You can … Read More...
Vinyl Record Book Ends
Some records are vintage and worth money, and some just aren’t. For the ones that aren’t there are lots of fun ways to recycle them into something else. These bookends are a great example of using your old vinyl records … Read More...
Free Pattern: Buttoned Neck Scarf
If you’re looking for a fresh take on the cowl, check out this pretty free pattern from Classic Elite Yarns.
The Buttoned Neck Scarf, designed by Susan Mills, uses a bulky blend of merino and alpaca for softness and … Read More...
Pocket Multi-Tool for Women
Now you an appeal to your inner handywoman and still be feminine. Make your very own incognito lipstick multi-tool! Looks like a lipstick but it’s really a handy tool kit. Get the full instructions here — Pocket Multi-Tool for Women… Read More...
CraftArtEdu Giveaway
Just a note that you should go enter the drawing at Donna Kato’s CraftArtEdu – every month they give away a year of free classes. Many fabulous clay instructors have lessons posted there!
“52 Reasons I Love You” Cards Tutorial
Take an old deck of cards and turn them into a memorable Valentine’s Day gift. Aside from Valentine’s Day this would be perfect for any gift giving occasion such as a birthday or anniversary. Full tutorial and printable available so … Read More...
2013 Golden Quilter Awards | Time to nominate
Listen up stitchers! Nominations are now open for the 2013 Golden Quilter Awards hosted by SewCalGal. She explains,
… Read More...The Golden Quilters is all about recognizing those in the business. And, like the Oscars we want to identify the best of
Crafty Girls Talk review & giveaway
Go check out my review of Crafty Girls Talk by Jennifer Forest. There’s a giveaway at the end!! Giveaway ends Wednesday, January 30, 2012. Go there now for the review and to enter.
Skill-Building Books Winner
We have a winner for the collection of skill-building books, and I think the magic random number generator picked a good one!
The winner is commenter 5, Kelly B., who said she’s up for learning anything, including how to knit … Read More...
Kid’s Crafts Work Station
Just look at this dream craft station for kids! Unless you are prepared to make one, I suggest viewing this post when the kidlets aren’t looking over your shoulder. I guarantee they’ll be asking for one of their own! Feeling … Read More...