Can you say fast and cute gift, particularly in a hand sewn makeup pouch? Jillee from One Good Thing shows us how to take boring brushes to the next level here. And it’s easy!
Cheese n’ Grapes on a Stick
Everything IS better on a stick. Sheesh, after 5,000 some posts, I repeat myself way too frequently. I realize this, but it’s just a simple truth. Look, see? Easy grapes n’ cheese are way better on a stick. These would … Read More...
Pirate Bento Box Ideas
Dang, so I missed Talk Like a Pirate Day. I think every year I miss it by one day. Maybe they should have a Pirate Week. But for all ye’ pirate fans the rest of the year, make a treasure … Read More...
On My Cookbook Wish List: Goûters Rigolos
I have to agree with Handmade Charlotte on this one, as I, too, am floored by these images of little sweets for children from a new cookbook, Goûters Rigolos
, by Aline Caron of My Little Fabric. See more from … Read More...
S’mores Haunted House
Remember that huge box of marshmallows I got from Jet-Puffed? Well, Jill of Kitchen Fun with My 3 Sons got one, too. She went even more spooky and vertical. See the S’mores haunted house HERE at Kitchen Fun with … Read More...
Ladybug Cake – Fun Food Ideas
Looking for an adorable and fun cake idea for your next celebration? Check out this Ladybug Cake from Finding Pins and Needles! This creative cake is perfect for any party, especially for kids who love these charming little insects. … Read More...
Freebie | Printable Love Stickers
I love printables, don’t you? Up this time is this sheet of free printable stickers with many ways to say “I Love You”. These come compliments of Emily Chapple. She also shows you some ways that she uses … Read More...
50 Best Bird Wedding Ideas
{Image via Waterbirds}
I keep reading everywhere that birds are one of the top trends for weddings in 2013! Emmaline Bride shares 50 fab ideas for bird-themed weddings here and here. Prepare to be inspired!
Freebie | Printable Owl Poster
Mariska from No Time to be Bored is sharing this free printable poster with an owl theme. Click here to go to the download.
Inspiration du Jour | 3 out of 5
Rulers and mats not true, oh my!
Amy at Badskirt says she’s been frustrated with her sewing. Seems things have not been matching up right. Smartly, she took time out to test her rulers and self healing mat. Go to her blog post to see what she … Read More...
Tutorial: Stitched spiral technique
Stacie from Yellow Spool shows how to twist and stitch fabric into a spiral. It makes a pretty embellishment for a top or tee. Go to her blog for the tute.
[photo from Yellow Spool]
Tutorial: Jigsaw puzzle baby quilt
This quilt is not as hard to piece as it seems. Get the know-how at Helping Little Hands, plus see photos of her darling little boy, the lucky recipient of this quilt.
Image credit: Helping Little Hands
Halloween Felt Trick-or-Treat Tote DIY
This is the cutest project from Country Living. The instructions are easy and your child will have a one-of-a-kind Trick-or-Treat Tote. Get over to Country Living and check out all their holiday crafts.
Tutorial: Sunshine stripes dress for little girls
Kimbo from A Girl and a Glue Gun shares a tutorial over at Project Run and Play showing how she made the gorgeous sunshine dress that won last week’s challenge. It’s a simple A-line dress with shades of yellow bias … Read More...
Tutorial: Fall Patchwork pumpkin softie
Amy from Positively Splendid shows how to use your fabric scraps to make a patchwork pumpkin softie. Cinnamonsticks and ribbon make the stem and leaves. Cute!! (And I bet they smell nice, too…) Get the tutorial.
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Fabric: Liberty Lifestyle Bloomsbury Gardens
In stores now, check out the Liberty Lifestyle Bloomsbury Gardens fabric collection, the first quilting weight fabric offered by the company. Spied at Sew, Mama, Sew!.
Image credit: Sew, Mama, Sew!
New Schwalm designs from JMD
Janet M. Davies of JMD Designs has just released five new embroidery patterns you’re going to love. She says,
… Read More...The style is Schwalm Needlework which was originally from Germany a few centuries ago. My designs are focused around elements found
New educational materials from Art Needlepoint
Things are hopping over at The Art Needlepoint Company. First, Doreen Finkel tells me, they’ve launched a new online subscription series. She says,
… Read More...Attaining Predictable Results…is a revolutionary concept for Needlepoint. If you would like to attain predictable results
Tutorial: Stamped T-Shirt
Chevrons are really on trend right now in crafting and on clothes. So why not combine the two with a cute stamped chevron pattern shirt? Eat Sleep Make has directions for turning a plain old kitchen sponge into a cool … Read More...