…because there are so many sweet versions of the snowy guy out there, he deserves a savory one, too. Especially one this cute and perfect. And vegan. Make a mashed potato snowman HERE at Wing It Vegan.
Freebie: Vintage 2013 Calendars
Crafty Secrets has two different vintage style 2013 calendars to print out for free. They also share several wonderful hand-made calendar ideas using them as well.
-Heather
How to make fingerless gloves from recycled socks
If you get cold hands like me this tutorial on how to make fingerless gloves from a pair of socks featured at the blog We Lived Happily Ever After is just the ticket.
I’m back… kind of
This was the scene at my house Christmas evening… about an hour before the power went out. 40 hours later, we’re still without power. Clearly, I won’t be blogging as much as I usually do until they get us … Read More...
How to Make a Hallway Sign
Looking for a fresh design element for your home? I love these do it yourself hallway signs, in fact I have some plaques just like these at home! I feel inspiration coming. Here’s a great project for the new year … Read More...
Tutorial | Christmas Accordion Mini Album
This accordion mini-album by Lowri McNabb is a great way to keep a permanent record of the Christmas season. She used the This and That Christmas line from Echo Park to create it. Click here to see more.
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Eye Candy: Star Trek Pancakes
Um, wow. Leave it to the geeks for brilliance like this. I mean, just look at that shading!! With pancake batter? Find Star Trek pancakes HERE at Saipancakes. Spotted on Foodiggity.
If you’re anything like me, breakfast can … Read More...
DIY Leather and Studs Necklace
Honor is sharing another glam tutorial – this time for her DIY leather and studs necklace. Don’t miss her tutorial for a quick and glittery jewelry refashion, too.
Scarf Central – Knitting Patterns
I seldom check knit sites for crochet goodies, but that’s where I found this beauty. Definitely on my To-Do list!
Looking for more Crochet Cowl patterns? Check out these crochet cowl patterns we found on Etsy.This … Read More...
Tutorial | Decorative Wreath from Old Maps
I love anything made using maps, so I was happy to see this project from Becky of Pivotal Xpressions: a map wreath!If you have cardboard and maps you can make one too. Click here to see more
Tutorial: Frame pouch great for singles
Charise of Charise Creates says this project is a good way to use a single quilt block. The hexie with a fussy cut center of a girl on a swing makes it. Find out how she did it. Get the … Read More...
Tutorial: Thirty-six officers quilt top
Margaret of Konstant Kaos is conscious of the mathematics of making a quilt. I love that about her. In her latest tutorial, she mocks up several quilt tops inspired by the thirty-six officers problem. Intrigued? Get the know-how.
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Tutorial: Quilted placemats using laminated fabric
Denise of Pieced Brain took some beautiful Riley Blake laminates and turned them into pretty quilted placemats for her table. She stitched a Chevron pattern over the surface, shown. Each placemat sports a pocket to hold utensils, oh so practical! … Read More...
Newsy: ‘Lucky Stars’ BOM starts in Jan
If one of your New Year’s resolutions is to make a quilt, read on. Elizabeth of Don’t Call Me Betsy is hosting a Block of the Month (BOM) quilt along starting January 1, 2013. Join, and each month you’ll receive … Read More...
Hot water bottle cozies; two FREE knit patterns
The weather outside is frightful here in Ohio where we have blizzard warnings and “Hot water bottle cozies” look very inviting to me. This would make a lovely gift for someone’s winter birthday. I love the colors she used; but … Read More...
Confetti-Spilling Clock Cookies
So these pinata cookies from Project Denneler have officially spurred a trend of secret candy stash cookies. I’ve now seen almost every holiday covered. Next up, clever clocks for New Year’s spilling candy confetti. Fin the how-tos HERE at Repeat … Read More...
Iron Craft 2013 Signups Now Open – Just Crafty Enough
Do you have what it takes to be an Iron Crafter? Do you think you can handle one new project, centered on a theme, every two weeks? If so, then Just Crafty Enough wants to sign you up! Iron Craft … Read More...
Disco Ball Cake – Disco Party Idea
Need a little inspiration to boogie on New Year’s? I love this shimmering disco ball cake. Find the how-tos to make it HERE at My Insanity.
This party decoration is perfect for a Disco Ball Party.
Cat Cross Stitch Charter Sampler
This is a cross-stitch sampler approximately 9 inches by 7 inches when stitched on 14-count Aida featuring cats, flowers, butterflies and bees, with a list of “unbreakable cat rules.” The pattern is for sale in an Etsy store, complete … Read More...
Knit Along with Downton Abbey
Lots of knitters and other crafters have become enamored with the British drama “Downton Abbey” (which I lovingly call a soap opera with a British accent), and Shannon at Luv in the Mommyhood is so excited for its return to … Read More...