Tabitha lucky number 142 is the winner of this giveaway “Christmas in July “Artful Fiber” a canvas messenger bag- fiber kit “USA”! Congratulations Tabitha I know you will love this. I will be emailing you for your full name and … Read More...
Tutorial: Green Tea & Lavender Facial Scrub
The creative and resourceful folks at the Mountain Rose Blog have five great DIY recipes using green tea, including this lovely looking facial scrub using lavender, one of my favourites. Get all the great and healthy ideas here.
Jordana Paige’s Sale for Preeclampsia Awareness
I wanted to let you know about a very special sale that’s happening tomorrow (that would be July 18). Knitting bag maker Jordana Paige is going to be selling imperfect handbags throughout the day with proceeds to benefit the Preeclampsia … Read More...
Project: Stamped Necklace Pendant
How to make recycled plastic packaging plant markers
Thanks to Kathy of the blog Merriment Design for sending in a link to her post where she features a great tutorial on how to make recycled packaging plant markers.
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Free pattern: Daisy Star block
Kerry of Penny Dog Patchwork offers up a free paper piecing pattern for her block, Daisy Star. To get the pretty results she achieved, she provides a tip for getting the four sections to line up. Get the free pattern… Read More...
Tutorial: Curved Nine Patch block
In case you’ve ever wanted to make a curved nine patch, here’s your chance. Becky of Owly Baby shows you how in a recent post. Swooning over the fussy cut center section of her block. Nicely done. Get the tutorial… Read More...
Free Patterns: Baby Cocoons and Hats
A big trend in baby photography right now uses knit props such as these little sacks known as baby cocoons. They’re basically just like really big hats that you can slide a baby into for adorable sleeping baby pictures. Add … Read More...
Sneak peek: Quilt for a retreat
Tonya of the The Crafty Mummy gives readers a sneak peek of a quilt for an upcoming craft retreat. Are those half square triangles I see? Go HERE to read more about it and see more photos.
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Video tute: Quilt a vintage tea towel
Cintia of My Poppet shares how to add interest to a vintage tea towel with free motion quilting. This sounds like the perfect way to learn machine quilting on a domestic sewing machine – always best to start small. Go … Read More...
Recipe Book Cross Stitch Pattern
Agi shares a chart she plans to use for the cover of a recipe book. You can do the same or you can adapt it for another purpose. Either way, it’s another great freebie from the World According to Agi! … Read More...
Cross Stitch Catch Some Rays
This little sun looks too cool for school. He’s got on his shades and he’s ready to catch a few waves at the seashore. You can catch some rays as you stitch him up! Get the free chart.
Fabric Flower Wedding Guestbook
Create a thrifty-chic guestbook for your wedding using pretty fabric scraps with a fun and easy tutorial from Craft Test Dummies!
Batman Craft Roundup – Craft Foxes
Another one from Craftfoxes.com, this post featuring Batman crafts is the perfect thing to get you in the mood to see the new film. I’m not sure if I’m ready to go to these lengths to show my bat-appreciation, … Read More...
Simplicity’s Electric Hand Felting Machine & Giveaway
How cool is this all you needle felters? Vanessa Wilson of “Crafty Gemini” just posted a video product review & giveaway of Simplicity’s brand spanking new Electric Hand Felting Machine! She also has a discount code for 15% off the … Read More...
Twinkie Bees
I’m hoping this snack cakes-turned-cuter trend continues, just for the time-saving factor. And the clever-hey-is-that-a-Twinkie
? factor. Turn a Twinkie into this adorable bumble bee HERE at Hungry Happenings.
DIY Sprinkle Cake Stand
Remember these Funfetti cake batter marshmallows? Want to make that crazy cute sprinkle cake stand? Me, too. Find the step-by-step how-tos for the DIY sprinkle cake stand HERE at 1 Fine Cookie.
Fifi le Pancake – Fun Food Recipes
This poodle pancake even appears to have a bit of attitude, thanks to the sliver of grape for the eye. Make poodle pancakes HERE at Kitchen Fun with My 3 Sons. … Read More...
Tutorial: Layered curtain and valance backdrop for your bed
Curtains don’t have to only be used to cover a window. In fact, you can use a curtains to frame the headboard of your bed. The look is romantic and luxurious. Sew4Home shows how you can make one, with a … Read More...
Freebie: Fox softie pattern is this week’s free Silhouette shape
If you have a Silhouette digital cutter, go grab this week’s free cutting file. It’s a cute little fox softie pattern. You can use their interfacing to cut it directly out of fabric. Or, cut them from paper as pattern … Read More...