While it looks like something from Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them, this giant, moss covered spider is actually an art installation by Sylvain Meyer. Meyer uses all natural materials to create art in the wild. I can’t even … Read More...
Embroidered tea towel about doing dishes
Cute alert! Love this tea towel pattern called It’s a Dirty Job, by Wendi of Shiny Happy World. I am one of those people who find washing dishes meditative, I’d love to know which camp you belong to, hate … Read More...
Felted Stone Rug
Lori lives in Calgary, Alberta, Canada and has been blogging since 2005 on “yes, I MADE that” and has made this awesome pebble rug out of felted wool remnants. Think of stepping out of the shower or tub and your … Read More...
Tutorial: Make a Little Artist Apron from a kitchen towel
Simple Simon & Co. guest blog in Just Sew Week at Mama Says Sew with a tutorial showing how to make their Little Artist Apron. It has pockets across the front to hold crayons, markers, or other artistic necessities. It’s … Read More...
Tutorial: Bedsheets stamped with oversized letters
Abby from Things for Boys shows how she used a large stencil and a small word stamp to add personality to a plain set of sheets. Now her son’s sheets have oversized “ZZZ”s stamped across the top. This is such … Read More...
Tutorial: Singed satin fabric flower
Jonie from Just Between Friends shows how to make this gorgeous satin flower. The edges of all the petals are singed to curl them and give them shape. Go to her tute to see how to make one.
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DIY Wire Wrapped Cuff
This elegant wire wrapped cuff can quickly become a favorite since it can be dressed up or down. It is a great addition to any wardrobe. Since making one requires minimal materials it is especially perfect for DIY jewelry makers! … Read More...
DIY: Orange Lip Balm
Could this be the ultimate lip balm? The folks at Adventures with The Sage think it might be…they’ve made it on and off for years and are making it again — and sharing the recipe — because their friends and … Read More...
DIY: Soap with a Pencil Line
Soap with a stripe? It’s easier than you think. I’d Lather Be Soaping decided to try her hand at making soap with a pencil stripe and generously shared a nice tutorial on her site. This makes a nice dare I … Read More...
Project: Cascading Card
Find directions for a fun cascading card over at the Stempeleinmaleins blog. Note, this site is in German and will probably need to be translated.
-Heather
Family Tree
Like a tree of life pendant that has burst to life, this beaded beauty from Happy Hour Projects is sure to please the couple intended to receive it as a wedding gift. See how Adrianne made this thoughtful gift at … Read More...
Tutorial: Accordiant pleated skirt
Stacey from Boy Oh Boy Oh Boy guest blogs in the Skirt Week series at Crafterhours with a tutorial showing how to make her accorcdian pleated skirt. Her tutorial shows how to use a pleating board to create all of … Read More...
Clucky Cross Stitch Chart
Lady Kell has two clucky charts to stitch – a male cluckster and a female cluckster. Two cool chickens that are retro in inspiration and colorful in presentation. Get the free charts.
Rose Cross Stitch Pattern
Abby Gaelle has a lovely rose freebie design for us. It’s done in lovely shades of peachy pink, it’s in full bloom and it’s just beautiful. Get the free cross stitch chart.
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How to frame a vintage brooch
What a great idea for making elegant art out of a vintage brooch. See how Tanya made art with vintage brooches over at her blog Dans le Townhouse.
Macrame Bracelets
Here’s a new twist on macrame bracelets – adding a upcycled piece of jewelry or found object as a focal point. Check out these pretty examples from Arica at Love & Rosen featuring a ring, a rhinestone button, and a … Read More...
Lucky Charms Ice Cream Sandwiches
What a great use for that box of Lucky Charms that has been sitting in your cupboard, especially as Summer is upon us: Make Lucky Charms ice cream sandwiches HERE at the kitchn.
Hot Dogs A’ Canoeing
Just hangin’ in a canoe, like hot dogs do. Make hot dogs gone canoeing HERE at Recipe.com, courtesy of Kellie Strickland.
Fruit Snack Flower Bouquet
Healthy, clever and any kid would love this glamorous bouquet, I think. Make a pretty dang impressive fruit snack “flower” bouquet HERE at The Brass Paperclip Project.
Red, White and Blue Stars and Berries Cakes
These mini star cakes layered with whipped cream, strawberries and blueberries look so good, I wonder if you could get away with them for not just Memorial Day and the 4th of July, but Bastille Day? Veteran’s Day? National strawberry … Read More...