I’m counting the days until Baby 2 is born (a couple months to go) for several reasons, not least of which in importance is being able to enjoy a glass of wine and get cool stuff like evil fake wine … Read More...
Sweet Potato Casserole on a Toothpick
Bite-sizes versions of bigger food are always on my list of things-I-think-are-clever. Being able to capture the flavors of an entire casserole on a toothpick? Clever. Find the recipe for sweet potato casserole bites HERE at Dine and Dish.
Marshmallow Chalk
The packaging for this “marshmallow chalk” is what makes these the cutest favors for an art party or even back-to-school (so bookmarking for next year). Make marshmallow chalk and find a link to the party printables on etsy HERE at … Read More...
Werewolf Pops from Candy
Not just candy, but my favorite candy (that would be peanut butter cups). Make werewolf pops for Halloween from all store-bought candies HERE at dash.
How to Make Fondant Mushrooms
The process to make these realistic-looking Amanita mushrooms (poisonous in non sugar form) is surprisingly easy and do-able. Find the step-by-step how-tos HERE at Squidoo, courtesy of user Kylyssa.
Tutorial: Embroidery basics
If you’re wanting to dip a toe into hand embroidery, Rachael of Imagine Gnats has got you covered. Her guest post at Sew Delicious covers the basics for embroidery beginners. Check out her guide.
Free Pattern: Men’s Go Team Mittens
Not too long ago I shared with you the pattern for the women’s Go Team Mittens, and Kat at Just Crafty Enough has come back with a men’s version that comes complete with a University of Michigan theme and … Read More...
Dear deer
Bea is a little deer…and very dear. Her creator, Louise of Lou Loves This, says,
… Read More...She sports a hand-stitched patchwork skirt, (made from ‘Fig Tree & Co’ fabric- yum!), with a hand- embroidered trim, all her accents are in geranium,
Check out Katie Arthur
This technique reminds me of Di van Niekerk — image transferred to fabric and then embellished with gorgeous silk-ribbon embroidery. What’s different about Katie Arthur‘s work? This framed embroidery is 2″ x 1.75″!! Her Etsy shop is a candy … Read More...
Birdhouse Duo to Stitch
A birdhouse duo to stitch and enjoy from Atmosferica di Casa. Sitting side-by-side, they are ready for the birdies to move in! Get the free charts.
Tutorial: Sawyer Bag
Sara Lawsom from Sew Sweetness guest blogs in the Purse Week series at A Lemon Squeezy Home with a tutorial showing how to make her Sawyer Bag. It’s a boxy tote with fabric straps that wrap around the bottom of … Read More...
Tutorial: Comfy fleece pants for kids
Louise from I’m Feelin’ Crafty shows how she made a pair of comfy fleece pants for her son. She shows how she traced a pattern from another pair of pants, and then how she sewed the pieces together to make … Read More...
Tutorial: Tablecloth overlay, an inexpensive way to add color to your tablesetting
Sew4Home shows a clever way to change the look of your tablecovering without breaking the bank. Invest in one neutral tablecloth, and then layer a smaller tablecover made from a decorative fabric over it. The smaller layer can be made … Read More...
Tutorial: Add a neck bow to a plain tee
Crafting a Green World shows how to make a plain tee more dressy with the addition of a bow that ties at the neck. Now you’ve got a pretty top with all the comfy of a tee. Love it! Get … Read More...
BurdaStyle releases 11 new Halloween costume patterns
BurdaStyle announces 11 new patterns – all of them Halloween costumes. Among them you’ll find an octopus, a superhero, a fairy, a butterfly, and a snake charmer. Go to their blog to see their new Halloween costume patterns.
Looking to … Read More...
Project: Halloween ATC
Claudine’s Art Corner has direction for making this spooky Halloween ATC (artist trading card). She shares how to use lots of different Tim Hots products like Distress Ink , paint daubers, stamps, metal tape and more.
-Heather
Trick or Freaks E-book Review.
The Trick or Freaks is an original Halloween experience that explores the sheer horror of NO CANDY, while revealing the true spirits of Halloween. But this book isn’t just another Halloween story it is a handmade book ( $10 ) … Read More...
Tutorial: I Spy quilt for a child
Tonya of The Crafty Mummy made this I Spy quilt for her son and admits it’s one of her favorites. I see why. Choosing fun novelty prints with your child’s interests in mind is a sure way to please them. … Read More...
Rodrigue paints quilts and receives two
Don’t miss this. Wendy of Musings of an Artist’s Wife shows on her blog a photo of a painting by George Rodrigue who depicts quilters gathered to stitch outside under oak trees. Be sure and enlarge it to get a … Read More...
Log Candelabra
House of Earnest made this spooky taper candle holder for an elegant take on Halloween decor. Visit the tutorial to make this for yourself.