Vanessa from Our Thrifty Ideas shows how she made this special birthday tutu for her baby girl. The tutu is made from strips of tulle for some poof, and strips of fabric for bright spots of color and pattern. For … Read More...
Tutorial: Take in a dress with alterations that can be undone later
Tonya from The Crafty Mummy had a friend who was kind enough to let her daughter borrow a Dorothy costume for her school’s book week. The dress was a little too big, so she had to take it in. Because … Read More...
How to Make a Flower Canopy
Do you have a little girl who loves fairies, princesses and everything girly? Then you’ll definitely want to check out this positively darling DIY for making a canopy topped with a faux flower. Head over to the blog Skooks’ Playground … Read More...
Vintage Postcard Calendar Journal
If you are looking for a unique gift idea that you can make without having to be overly crafty, this is it. It’s unique and pretty and even useful! This is one of those projects that will be used over … Read More...
Freebie: Box Die Cut
If you have a Silhouette die cutting machine you can download a free pastry box template from Jin over at Under the Cherry Tree. btw I think Jin’s blog is the very best blog around for ideas, tips and how … Read More...
Tutorial: Shirred front top
Mira from Sewing The Littleheart Collection shows how to make a shirred front top. Her tutorial is the second in a series showing how to make three different styles of tops out of one basic pattern. Go to her tutorial… Read More...
Felt Halloween Treat Bags
I know my tween would never carry this but think of a sweet toddler just loving the “Scare Crow or the black cat bag to put their goodies in. These bags are quick and easy treat bags and hold lots … Read More...
Decoupaged Dominoes
These aren’t your everyday dominoes folks. This is a much prettier version courtesy of one crafter’s brilliance, some Mod Podge and scrapbook paper. Like these much better than their boring counterparts? Head over to Etcetorize for the tutorial — Pretty … Read More...
Tutorial: Pear Picking shirred tunic top for little girls
Shauna from Shwin & Shwin shares a tutorial on her blog showing how she made her Pear Picking Tunic for her little girl. It’s made from two very simple pattern pieces. Elastic thread shirring gathers the bodice and creates a … Read More...
Giveaway: Indie by Pat Bravo fat quarter bundle
The weekly fabric giveaway at Maureen Cracknell Handmade comes from Pat Bravo from Art Gallery Fabrics this week. They’ve got a bundle of fat quarters of Pat Bravo’s gorgeous new Indie collection (plus two coordinating solids) to give to one … Read More...
Tutorial: Patchwork pillow with secret pockets
This patchwork pillow is cute enough at first glance. But look closer and you’ll see that there are secret pockets hidden within the patches. How cool would this be for a tween’s room! Sew4Home shows how to make one. Get … Read More...
Free pattern: Fox and panda placemats
Chrissy from One Crafty Place made special placemats her her daughter’s school lunch. One is a fox and the other a panda. I can’t decide which is cuter? No matter, she shares her patterns for making both of them. Get … Read More...
Idea file: Vintage kitchen ware as sewing kit
Karen from Sew Many Ways shows the little metal sewing kit she made out of vintage kitchen ware. It has a lid and a handle so it’s easy to take with you. At 6″ inches across, it’s big enough to … Read More...
Project: Stamped Switch Plate Cover
Visit the Impression Obsession. blog to find out how to make your own stamped switch plates covers. You could make a custom plate to match the decor in every room of your house!
-Heather
Etsy Find: Angelyques Trinkets
If you need the perfect cuff links to complete your Halloween ensemble or you like eye-popping one of a kind jewelry, then take a look at Angelyques Trinkets!
Looking for more Halloween Jewelry? Check out these designs on Etsy.
Marc Petrovic – Glass Artist
Another fabulous glass artist is profiled over at Daily Art Muse. Marc Petrovic. He spoke at last years BECon, Bullseye Glass’ education conference. His birds that he blows are absolutely gorgeous. And before he blows them he fuses … Read More...
Examining Child At Play – Etsy Blog
If you’ve ever tried to create a toy to entertain a child, you know that it’s not an easy thing. Toys are one part design, one part enchantment. Which is why the MOMA exhibit Century of the Child: Growing by … Read More...
DIY Halloween Fun Peyote Cuff
Take a look at this spooky and sweet cuff from Chris Franchetti Michaels. Get the Halloween peyote stitch cuff bracelet project at About.com Beadwork.
Looking for more Halloween themed Earrings? Check these out on Etsy.
Looking for more Peyote … Read More...
Jewelry Storage Ideas
Take a look at these clever jewelry ideas from around the Web and learn how you can make your own Jewelry storage system. You don’t need expensive cabinets when you can DIY your own storage for your jewelry.
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Finding Canes
A big section of Fimo polymer items for sale on places like Etsy are the canes. You can buy canes raw or baked. Here’s a few:
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| Tiger Cane by Cattherien | Butterfly Canes by Claychicks |
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| Yin Yang Cane by Norrine | Sunshine |