When, exactly, do kids start having slumber parties? Because my 5-year old is already asking for one, and I dread the idea of babysitting a bunch of 5-year olds overnight. Maybe in a couple of years… And then I’ll also … Read More...
Before the Cauliflower, There Were Lollipops
Remember the cauliflower head? I have to admit, I did wonder why one would have a Styrofoam head lying around. See the reason why one would have a Styrofoam head lying around, and find a great way to display … Read More...
Stamped Cookies with Gold Dust
The cookie-stamping trend is definitely gaining momentum. I’ve had trouble using acrylic stamps with food coloring and icing, but I never thought to use them to imprint the cookie dough itself. Now I feel better about all those stamps I … Read More...
Halloween Peeps Topiary
Halloween is ever so close, and I’ve yet to buy a Peeps. How can that be? I did at least buy a bag of candy for trick or treaters. And yes, I already ate it all. But I digress. Halloween … Read More...
Anne Nye – Selling Smart from D&L Art Glass
Twice a month D&L Art Glass runs posts regarding business. If you’re an artist that’s trying to make a living doing your art this is a great bit of information to check out. It’s written by Anne Nye and she … Read More...
Happy Batty Soft Felt Toy Tutorial
Stephanie host of “Toastie Studio” has this darling felt Halloween owl with a step-by-step tutorial and pattern for you to follow. Stephanie was born in the UK and moved to the Netherlands in 2009. She loves crafting, sewing and designs … Read More...
Tutorial: Quick and easy baby leggings
Jess from Craftiness Is Not Optional shows how easy it is to make a pair of leggings for a baby. They’re made from a stretch knit fabric with a wide elastic waistband. Make some now and you’ll be set up … Read More...
Tutorial: How to use a binding foot on your sewing machine
Kate from See Kate Sew shows how to use a binding foot to attach bias tape and binding around the edges of a piece of fabric. The handy little foot holds the binding strip in place around your fabric while … Read More...
Tutorial: Monarch butterfly Halloween costume
Look at this butterfuly costume that Jen from iCandy Handmade created for her daughter. It’s fabulous, no?? Her daughter wears a flapper-style dress for the body of the butterfly, but the giant butterfly wings are the centerpiece of the costume. … Read More...
Tutorial: Child’s pirate shirt
Heather from Sew Easy Being Green shows how she made a pirate shirt for a child’s Halloween costume. She shows how to make the pattern using a t-shirt as a guide. This same shirt could also be part of a … Read More...
Tutorial: Little girl Belle or Cinderella Halloween costumes
If you have a little girl who wants to dress up as either Belle or Cinderella, Leisha from Homemade Toast has just what you need. Look at these gorgeous princess dresses she made for her girls!! She shares free patterns … Read More...
Freebie: Box and Envelope Template Maker
Here’s is an amazing and very handy on-line tool from Ideogram. Simply type in the dimensions for an envelope or box and it will make a template for you, just print it out. How cool is that?!
-Heather
Chestnut Ring
Marija shares her DIY tutorial for making a ring from a chestnut. The perfect fall accessory, chestnuts are a rich, warm brown with a glossy surface. Marija’s tutorial is so easy, you’ll have a new ring in minutes – and … Read More...
Easy Knotter
Maureen Oliveto’s invention will make tying knots in your bead work more precise and faster, too. Take a look at her video tutorial and see just how simple it is to use the Easy Knotter! Creating jewelry with evenly … Read More...
Simple Statement Necklace
I love when beautiful jewelry is easy to make, too. Margo is sharing her tutorial for this simple yet beautifully designed necklace along with a variation. Margo’s tutorial has lots of pictures that make it really easy to follow, too. … Read More...
Tutorial: Woven band neckline
Mira from Sewing The Littleheart Collection shows how she made the woven neckline detail on a long-sleeved shirt for her daughter. A band of contrasting fabric is woven in and out of slits around the neck. The back is faced … Read More...
MaeMaeMills giveaway!
Today is the last day to enter the giveaway at Bead Ruckus for a $25 gift certificate to MaeMaeMills.com! Megan’s new online store is stocked with cute, girlie jewelry all handmade by Megan. She says, if you love “girlie, … Read More...
Free pattern: Owl, puppy, bug, bunny, frog, and monkey Halloween hats
An owl, a puppy, a bug, a bunny, a frog, and a monkey – you can make all of these hats using the free Halloween Hat Pack from Fleece Fun. The pattern comes in sizes for baby, child, and … Read More...
Fun Halloween Accessory
Take a look at Divya’s pumpkin necklace with a pretty bat focal! She’s sharing how she made this charming Halloween accessory at the Jewels of Sayuri.
Looking for more Halloween themed Earrings? Check these out on Etsy.
Project: Witches Hat Party Favor
These little paper witches hat are simply adorable! And there’s even a surprise inside, a piece of candy! Find out how to make these cute party favors using A Muse Studio stamps and cardstocks over at the eighteen25 blog.… Read More...