I have no idea why BuzzFeed thinks it’s “alarming” (I really think they were trying to be funny) but a staffer has noticed that several contestants from “America’s Next Top Model” have found work after the show modeling knitwear for … Read More...
How to Make Carrot Flowers For Platters
Apparently there exists a simple, inexpensive tool to help you make these cute as can be carrot flowers for bento boxes. These may even be too cute-as-can-be for my kid’s lunch. Find the … Read More...
Bouquet Charm Tutorial
A hand-stamped clay charm adds a sweet personal to your wedding bouquet! Get the tutorial by Alicia Parsons at Polka Dot Bride.,bouque
Wine Glass Flameless Candle Lamp
Offbeat Bride has instructions for any bride or party hostess looking to warm up their celebration with wine glass flameless candle lamps. Get the tutorial.
Harry Potter Butterbeer Cupcakes
Yes, let’s keep Harry going as long as possible, I say. I’m sure there are many of you less enthralled with the series than I, but I’ll forever be loyal. I may even have to buy J.K. Rowling
‘s new … Read More...
The Little Felt Cloud Flower, tutorial
Rachel hosts “Lines Across “and creates delightful tutorials and this one is no exception. Her “Little Felt Cloud Flower” is adorable and can be made in any color for holidays and special events, like a homecoming game in your hair … Read More...
Campaign for Wool Takes Over Bryant Park
The British Campaign for Wool hit the streets of America in a big way by wool-bombing New York City’s Bryant Park. The park’s fountain was transformed into a wooly wonder, while wool furniture and carpets were set out for people … Read More...
Mini Ocean Vases
Pull out the Mod Podge and tissue paper to make these simple but pretty beachy vases. Change the colors for each holiday or season and simply switch them out when needed. A fun project for teens too! Get the tutoria … Read More...
DIY: Rose & Coconut Body Scrub
Wow, I would never have put roses and coconuts together, but now that I think about it, genius! The Beauty Department does it again with a great tutorial for making your own body scrub. And it’s gorgeous to look at … Read More...
What Are You Doing for I Love Yarn Day?
Oct. 12 is officially the second I Love Yarn Day, which is a holiday made up by the Craft Yarn Council to celebrate all things yarny. It’s not just about knitting, of course, but we knitters can certainly get … Read More...
Make a recycled sheet Freak Flag
I had the pleasure of attending Maker Faire where I met Julia of the “Fly Your Freak Flag High!” movement. I didn’t have a chance to customize and personalize mine at the show but she was more than happy … Read More...
DIY Modern Tablescape
Learn how to recreate this stylish, modern tablescape with a step-by-step tutorial at Elizabeth Anne Designs!
Swedish Bookmark Project
Bookmarks make great projects for between larger projects or just for fun projects that are quick to complete. Agi has added another great bookmark project for us to try out. Check it out.
Looking for more Bookmark charts and cross-stitch … Read More...
Tutorial: Oversized uffled spiral flower embellishment
Stef from Girl. Inspired. shows how to make those oversized ruffled flower embellishments we’ve been seeing on purses and pillows. Get the tute.
[photo from Girl. Inspired.]
Tutorial: Little girl’s tiered t-shirt dress
Anshu from Blooms and Bugs shows how to make a little girl’s tiered dress using a store bought t-shirt or tank and strips of coordinating fabric. It’s an easy project, well suited for a beginning sewer. Get the how-to.… Read More...
Tutorial: Mend a hole in your jeans
Kristin Roach from Craft Leftovers, and author of Mend It Better, shows what she did to mend a hole in her jeans. The hole was at the crotch, definitely not a place where you can let it go. … Read More...
Tutorial: 3-in-1 Big Bow soft knit headband for baby
Jill from Made It On Monday shows how she made these soft knit big bow headbands for baby. The accent layers of the bow can be switched out to match the outfit or mood. Get the how-to.
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Idea file: Peplum pencil skirt refashioned from trousers
Kelli from True Bias shows the project she made in the Trouser Refashion Swap she participated in. She refashioned a pair of lime geen pants into a longish pencil skirt with a a peplum. She ended up using just about … Read More...
Giveaway Reminder
Just a reminder you still have until Sunday 9/30 to enter to win an Inkadinkado Stamping Gear prize package. Click here for the original post to enter.
-Heather
Product Review: SMASH from K and Company
The SMASH books and supplies from K and Company are right up my alley. They remind me more of what I think of as “old school”/ traditional scrapbooks and are so much fun! A place for keepsakes like ticket stubs, … Read More...