Deborah Schlegel of Art Threads shows us how to make a pretty thread-sketched basket from a fat quarter of fabric. See her tute.
Make Your Own Nut Milk
Did you know you can make your own nut milk? Put me in the camp that has never thought to do this. Find some tips on making your own and a collection of 5 recipes for nut milk HERE at … Read More...
How to make Felt Mushrooms & Ice Cream Cones; Patterns and tutorials
Who does not like ice cream cones and so many of us love the look of wild funguses like the Mushroom. Many of us have gone away from the traditional Christmas tree decorations and have theme tree such as … Read More...
Review and Giveaway: Stylish Dress Book by Yoshiko Tsukiori
Check out my review of Stylish Dress Book by Yoshiko Tsukiori. I’ve got three copies to the book to give away to some lucky readers, so be sure to read to the end and leave comment there to enter.
Terra Cotta Mosaic Pumpkin
Sharon from Crafts n Coffee shares some fabulous pictures of Kathleen’s mosaic pumpkin project she did for Styrofoam crafts. You can see some great close up shots here — Repurpose old pots and get the full tutorial on Styrofoam crafts … Read More...
Yarn Bomb Boring Outdoor Candles
Garden Therapy shares how to yarn bomb simple candles, rendering them super cute. See how they did it.
Brain Sprinkles
It’s important for every brain to have a daily dose of sprinkles. Plus, I love mason jars. Send kids back to school with some brain sprinkles HERE at Sweetology.
Book Review: PlyDesign: 73 Distinctive DIY Projects in Plywood (and other sheet goods)
If you like building furniture or it’s on your “to do” list PlyDesign: 73 Distinctive DIY Projects in Plywood (and other sheet goods) is an awesome resource! The designs are modern and stylish and the tutorials with great patterns … Read More...
Free Pattern: School Scarf
If the students aren’t already back in school where you live I’m sure they will be soon, and there’s nothing better for football season (or whatever other sport you might watch while outside) than a scarf worked up in your … Read More...
Tutorial: Pretty Drawstring Pouch
These drawstring pouches are so pretty! The rounded bottom and the contrast casing are both nice detials. Lisa from A Spoonful of Sugar shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make them. You can make one out of … Read More...
Tutorial: Vintage-y Elle handbag for little girls
Jessica from Running With Scissors shares a free pattern and tutorial on her blog for a vintage-y handbag for little girls. The shape reminds me of the purses my grandmother used to carry to church, but the size is just … Read More...
Exclusive Tutorial: Carmen De La Paz outdoor furniture makeover
We are fortunate enough to have an exclusive tutorial by HGTV’s Carmen De La Paz. He has created this unique project idea to reinvent standard outdoor patio furniture using a simple color blocking technique. See the before and after shots:… Read More...
Tutorial: Scalloped cut off jeans
Zoe from So, Zo, What Do You Know? cut off some jeans to shorts and gave them a scalloped edge. Stitching will help keep the scallops from fraying, and she shares tutorial showing what to do. Get the tute.… Read More...
Tutorial: Zippered pillow cover in just 3 steps
Amy from Peek-a-Boo Pattern Shop and Nap Time Crafters shows how you can make a simple zippered throw pillow cover in just three steps. It’s a quick and inexpensive way to breathe some new color into a room. Get the … Read More...
Freebie: Swing Card Template
You can download a printable or SVG cutting file for free from My Grafico to make a cool swing card. Click here to download.
-Heather
Tutorial | DIY Birthday Party Hat
Vanessa at Our Thrifty Ideas shows how you can use your scrapbooking and crafting supplies to make this cute birthday party hat. You can customize the colors and embellishments to suit the occasion or recipient. Click here to go to … Read More...
Bear Macarons
Whatever bakerella tries, she tackles ever so cutely and perfectly, right? Find the how-tos for bear macarons HERE at bakerella.
Tutorial | Teabag Folded Flowers
Learn how to make these paper flowers using a teabag folding technique. Sandy Ang demonstrates two different ways on her blog. Click here to go to the tutorial.
Inspiration du Jour | Watching You Grow
Beads of Courage – September 15th at Pacific Art Glass
I’ve written about Beads of Courage in the past think that they’re an organization that needs more and more attention. What they do for sick kids is so wonderful and every time I can be a part of something affiliated … Read More...
