If you’re casting about for something to cast on for fall, you should check out the Clairette Cardigan by Megan Goodacre, also known as Tricksy Knitter.
This pretty, open-front cardi has lace details and the hems and cuffs and … Read More...
How to make a recycled shoe box doll house
Over at Cintia’s blog My Poppet there is a darling tutorial on how to make a doll house out of a recycled shoe box.
Princess Lunch
Gasp! If cheese came in pink sparkle, then maybe, just maybe, my daughter would eat it. Love this princess sandwich. Make it HERE at Canadian Family. By Jill of Meet the Dubiens.
Tutorial: Ruffled belly band for maternity (or not)
Belly bands are a popular maternity accessory. A wide strip of knit fabric, they’re layered underneath a t-shirt to add extra length. Kate from See Kate Sew shows how to make a ruffled belly band. The ruffle around the bottom … Read More...
Edible Apple Cups
So cozy and perfect for Fall, but my favorite is the cinnamon stick straw. Brilliant. Find the how-tos to make apple cups HERE at How Does She?.
Candy Corn Rice Krispies Treats
Aaaaah, so that’s the clever way to make these look just like candy corn… and on a party straw no less. Make Candy Corn Rice Krispies Treats HERE at Glorious Treats.
Knitty’s 10th Anniversary Issue is Here!
I know it came out yesterday, but I finally got a chance to take a look at Knitty’s Deep Fall issue, which marks the beginning of celebrations for the preeminent online knitting magazine’s 10th anniversary. I remember when Knitty … Read More...
Tutorial: Stretch pencil skirt, 2 lengths in one
Lizzie B. from Cotton & Curl shows how to make a pencil skirt out of stretch knit fabric. Not only is it easy to sew, but the foldover waistband gives you the choice of wearing it long or short. Wear … Read More...
Free pattern: Skinny cords for toddlers
Jessica from Running With Scissors got so many comments about the toddler skinny cords she made that she went and created a free pattern for us. The have curved patch pockets on the front, and a faux fly (but with … Read More...
Marshmallow Witch Pops
I’ve seen (and made) so so so many variations of marshmallows, lollipop sticks, sprinkles and candy melts, I’m always amazed that you creative folks still keep coming up with more! Ideas are never exhausted it seems. Find … Read More...
Tutorial: Jack-O-Lantern seat sack
Beckie from Infarrantly Creative guest blogs at Eighteen25 with a tutorial showing how to make this Jack-O-Lantern treat sack that hangs on the back of a chair. She’ll use the ones she made to hold sweets and treats in the … Read More...
Apple Cake with Fork-Decorated Frosting
Have I mentioned how I love Fall? Oh right, about 1 jillion times. But I love Fall. Apples and cinnamon and nutmeg… And making everything look rustic. Not sure precisely why “rustic” and “Fall” are connected, but I am happy … Read More...
Hamburger Cupcakes
I know I’ve posted on hamburger cupcakes before, I’m sure of it, but given these look so yummy, are so awesome, and conceived by a 12-year old (woah, flashback to me at 12, I’d have made the same demands), how … Read More...
Tutorial and template: Dog applique
Anneliese from Aesthetic Nest shares a tutorial and template for this cute dog applique that she added to her daughter’s shirt. Awww… he’s looking up at you and wagging his tail! How can you resist? Get the tutorial and template… Read More...
Tutorial: Multicolor Doily
Crafts By: Ready Set Love has a fun tutorial for making a bright and colorful doilywith a trendy chevron pattern using embossing resist and watercolor techniques. What a great background for a card or scrapbook layout! Find direction here on … Read More...
Tutorial: Carved Bear
One of the projects I got to do at my Christi Friesen class was a carved and articulated piece – we used ribbon or wire for our joints – made from Sculpey Ultralight. Sculpey has a video tutorial by Christi … Read More...
Craft Themed Humor Pins – SmirkingGoddess
Looking for the perfect humorous gift for the crafter in your life? Check out SmirkingGoddess Etsy store, where you can pick up craft and other themed pins for the quirky crafter in your life. Like this one featuring a … Read More...
Yarn-Wrapped Bangles
Imagine the possibilities from this creative idea! Coordinate colors and these bangles made by Jen and Shannon at Eat Sleep Make are the perfect way to finish your perfect ensemble!
Tutorial: How to clean and oil your sewing machine
To keep your machine happy and running smoothly, you need to give it a good cleaning and oiling every now and then. If you’ve neve done it before, Ashley from Make It and Love It tells you what to do. … Read More...
Turn a doodle into an embroidery pattern
Rachael Gander‘s guest post on Fiskateers is a simple how-to for turning drawings and doodles into embroidery patterns. It’s a perfect project for kiddos, she says, or for learning to embroider. Check it out.
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