This set of a butterfly gift card and matching bag are so elegant! The paper weaving background is a really cool technique. Find directions for using stamps, dies and paper strips for making this pretty set over on the Spellbinders site… Read More...
Super Baby Mario
For all you Nintendo fans out there, this will be a must-have for the new babes. I admit to having never played a video game of any sort – well, except for Burger Time. Does that age me? What … Read More...
DIY: Halloween Nail Art
Masking tape and an Altoids tin…would never have thought of that! The creative nail genius Layniefingers shares her secrets for getting these fun stars on your nails (would be great for the holidays too, in different colors of course!) Get … Read More...
Four Last Minute Halloween Ideas
Halloween is just two days away! Here are four more ideas for Halloween parties and decor
1. Halloween Wreath and 2. Candy Corn Treat jar from Mary Ann Jenkins at I Rock Paper and Scissors. Both these ideas use washi … Read More...
Inspiration du Jour | This Just Happened
Clay Events and Going Ons
- On PCC have a vote in the challenge for October and look up the themes for next month so you can participate
- The IPCA is currently accepting entries for the 2012 Progress and Possibilities. You can check it all out
Monogram Bookshelf
Check out this absolutely amazing hand build letter “A” book shelf from Beth over at Home Stories A to Z. This tutorial will walk you step by step, including plans and a video, for building your own monogram bookshelf! Check … Read More...
Halloween ruffled spider and felt pumpkin tutorials
I love this scary spider made from ruffling felt. This is such a cute idea for a creepy crawly Halloween. Jenn also made a ruffled pumpkin and that is where the tutorial is from for the spider’s body minis the … Read More...
Newsy: Craftsy for iPad
If you’ve already discovered the joys of learning on Craftsy.com, listen up. Now, you can access their classes on your iPad with a Craftsy App. If you are unfamiliar with their instructional offerings, the format is video with downloadable course … Read More...
Tutorial: Child’s fleece scarf with secret pockets
Ashley from Cherished Bliss shows how to make a child’s fleece scarf. She designed it for her young son, but it would also work for girls. It’s made from two layers of fleece, with hidden secret sewn on the back … Read More...
Free pattern: Hot Cocoa sweater
Dixie from Dixie DIY shares a free pattern for her Hot Cocoa sweater. The long raglan-sleeved top could easily be your winter go-to. It fits loose throughout, but especially through the hips where the front is cut up slightly higher … Read More...
Memory Wreath from Picture Frames
The ever talented Beckie from Infarrantly Creative will show you how she created this beautiful wreath using miniature picture frames
and family snapshots. What an amazing piece of home decor or a wonderful gift idea for a close family members. … Read More...
DIY Watercolor Portraits
Love that watercolor look? use your own photographs to turn them into a watercolor portrait using this fun tutorial. Head over to Grow Creative for the complete how to — Easy Watercolor Portrait Tutorial.
Winner, winner, chicken dinner!
Here are the winners of this week’s giveaways! I’ve sent an email to each winner. Remember: You must respond to the email with your snail mail address no later than 8:00 a.m. Central USA time on October 30. If I … Read More...
Tutorial: Magical gnomes appliqued placemat
I am loving this Magical Gnome placemat that Lilla Luise made! The placemat is made like a mini-quilt with a row of pointy hat gnomes appliqued across the bottom. She shares a tutorial showing how to make one of your … Read More...
Free pattern: Baby bear baby hat
Hannah from We Lived Happily Ever After shares a free pattern for making a sweet little bear hat to keep a sweet little baby head warm. Use a soft jersey fabric so it will stretch to fit. The pattern is … Read More...
Ring Your Neck scarf sewing challenge
November’s challenge over at Ricochet and Away! is all about sewing scarves to keep your neck warm in the cooling autumn temps. For the Ring Your Neck challenge, the challenge is to make a fabric scarf and try a new … Read More...
Minutes-to-Make Halloween Favors
Oh so easy, I’m loving In Katrina’s Kitchen’s Halloween Classroom Party Week. When making treats for lots o’ kids who will likely eat them immediately, you have to think about creating-in-bulk and speed and easy. She did just that. Make … Read More...
Trick-or-Treat Halloween Cookies with a Candy Stash
I think a new cookie has officially been born. (I’m thinking first of these clever pinata cookies from Project Denneler.) And of course, Halloween is another perfect holiday for stashing candy inside of sweets. Find the how-tos to make … Read More...
Witch Cupcakes
These cupcakes are witchy from top to bottom, from the point of the witch’s hat to the bottom of the orange, black and green swirly cupcakes. And the witch is made from store-bought candy. Find the how-tos and instructions HERE … Read More...