Remember how much fun candy necklaces were as a kid? It was strange, because they weren’t pretty and they didn’t actually taste good, but there was something so magical about wearing candy. These m&m necklaces remind me of that with … Read More...
Tape your hoops
As soon as washi tape hit the market, I started collecting it. I didn’t know what I was going to use it for; but I’m a craft addict, so I had to have this awesome new supply. So far, I’ve … Read More...
Learning to see
I love looking at needlework through Susan Elliott‘s lens. The only thing I enjoy as much is reading her insights on art and process. Her latest post encourages us to look again…and yet again…to overcome the brain’s natural tendency … Read More...
Inspiration: Mister Finch
I’m grateful to Holly of Chez Beeper Bebe for introducing me to the work of fiber artist Mister Finch through a lovely photo essay. See her post and then follow the links to his blog and Etsy shop.
Inspiration: Leeanna Butcher
*screaming* *screaming some more* Napoleon Dynamite and Pedro. In plush. By Leeanna Butcher of Plush Goodness. Find out more from the interview on Schmancy.
Free pattern and tutorial: Fall pin cushion
Kaaren of The Painted Quilt shares the embroidery pattern and tutorial to make this sweet fall pin cushion. See her post.
Giveaway: Natalia Bonner’s new book
Lindsay of Craft Buds announces:
… Read More...In celebration of Craft Book Month (and National Sewing Month), Craft Buds is giving away a copy of the new book “Beginner’s Guide to Free-Motion Quilting“ by Natalia Bonner (Stash Books). The giveaway ends
Tutorial: High-low button down shirt refashion
Kelly from ReStitch Me shows how to reshape a man’s button down shirt into cute top with a high-low hem. She removes the collar and takes out extra fullness to create a slimmer shirt. Ribbon trim stitched down the front … Read More...
Tutorial: Tween-y retro halter apron
You can find a free pattern for this tween-y retro apron over at Fleece Fun. It has a scoop halter neck, wide contrast waist, and a circle skirt. It’s flirty and fun, but sized for a small tween-sized frame. … Read More...
Power Rangers DVD {Winner Announced}
I am so excited to announce the winner of our Power Rangers DVD Giveaway!! I loved reading all of your comments on who you would give the dvd to. So without further ado, here is the winner:
Comment #23 … Read More...
DIY: The “Tape Trick” for a Perfect Manicure
Ok, so where has this tutorial been all of my life? Just saying…the clever folks at The Beauty Department demystify the Scotch Tape Manicure…and when they do it, it looks so easy! Grab your nail polish and get started here… Read More...
How to Line a Wooden Soap Mold
Perhaps one of the most annoying tasks CP soapers face is now made easier and more streamlined thanks to Jenny at I’d Lather Be Soaping. Get her fabulous step-by-step tutorial here…I’m bookmarking this one as my efforts in … Read More...
Tutorial: Cow costume hood
Max from Max California shows how to make a cow costume hood. She created a pattern for the hood by tracing a hood from her child’s hoodie. She added the cow spots and ears to make it a costume hood. … Read More...
DIY: Greek Yogurt Face Mask
Another simple yet brilliant idea from Stephanie at Henry Happened…a Greek yogurt face mask with ingredients you probably already have. Get the tutorial here (and of course it’s good enough to eat too!)
Children’s Bookshelf
Unfinished wood crates are turned into adorable bookshelves for a little boy’s room. The monster theme is too cute, but the bright colors are what really catch me eye. heck it out at Crazy Little Projects. — DIY Bookshelf.
Stamped Clay Jewelry
This is such a fun rainy day activity for the tweens or teens in your home! I truly love Sculpey, and this post shows you more than just jewelry for teens that you can make… awesome ideas all in one … Read More...
Video; how to needle felt a Halloween pumpkin
Pumpkins have always been an important part of Halloween. Make one of these darling needle felting pumpkins and have it for a lifetime. Watching this step-by-step Video makes it easy. Needle felted pumpkins make a nice Halloween decoration, and are … Read More...
Freebie: Stampmaker Machine Negatives
If you have a Stampmaker machine you can make some spooky Halloween stamps from these free negative images by Teresa Collins.
-Heather
Looking for more Halloween themed supplies? Check them out here.
Tips for machine quilting by Wendy
Wendy of Late to Create shares some quilting tips on her blog after readers sent her lots of questions. I don’t want to share any here, so get on over to her blog to see what she has to say. … Read More...
“Good enough” rule gets quilt done in a day
Rikka of Ricochet and Away made this quilt starting with 10″ squares she cut and sewed into HSTs (half square triangles). She said she was getting bogged down during the quilting phase of the project but implemented her “good enough” … Read More...