Figures the genius of creative sweets (scratch that, genius of all things crafty in food) would come up with a super duper easy dessert for you to make last minute for the 4th of July: “Kaboom Cakes,” aka, store-bought cakes … Read More...
Sipping the Red, White and Blue and the Secret to Layered Drinks
As one in my current state, forbidden to enjoy a lovely cocktail (more on that later), I’m thankful for some alternatives. Like these oh so pretty layered drinks from In Katrina’s Kitchen. Discover the secret to making layered drinks–so … Read More...
Red, White and Blue Madeleines Dyed with Fruit
Still a few more of the red, white and blue to go! Next up, some festive madeleines from the queen-of-holiday-madeleines, Sugar Swings!. The bonus this time? They are dyed naturally with fruit. Make them HERE.
Marshmallow Popcorn “Sparklers” 4th Of July
… made with cleverly dyed marshmallows, too, so you get a new technique snuck in there as well. Make marshmallow popcorn sparklers for the 4th of July HERE at Dash.
Looking for some amazing Popcorn flavors? Check out these … Read More...
Healthy Flag Fruit Snack
And now for something completely healthy: Make a fruit flag from apples and blueberries HERE at Kitchen Fun with My 3 Sons.
Trifle for the 4th
I have a few more 4th of July in a row to bring you, then on the 5th you’ll all get a break from the red, white and blue. Upon reflection, it occurs to me, I’ve never made a trifle, … Read More...
Sparkly Star Marshmallow Straws
There are star-shaped marshmallows out there? How have I not seen these? I better talk to my supermarket manager. Because look what you can make with them for the 4th. Find the how-tos for sparkly star marshmallow straws HERE at … Read More...
Marshmallow Pop Contest
Anyone who knows anything about me knows what a fan of marshmallow pops I am. I’ve been making them for years now (see? check out my whole collection. Hmmm, now that I’m looking at them all at once, “a … Read More...
Project: Christmas in July Santa Card
Yeah it might be a little too early to think about Christmas for some but us card makers like to start early right? Here’s a cute Christmas in July card from Paula Williamson using stamps from Inky Antics and some … Read More...
Show & Tell | Gift Wrapping Ideas with Ruby Rock It
Lowri McNabb from PaperVine shares some gift wrapping ideas using the Vintedge line from Ruby Rock It. Click here to see more.
Tutorial | Collaged USA Letters
Jenni from Vintage Umbrella shares the steps for making these collaged USA letters to use as 4th of July decor. Click here to go to the tutorial.
Tips for summer parties | Independence Day
I think Buster Poindexter must have written the lyrics for Hot, Hot, Hot during a summer heat wave. Well, maybe not, but when the weather is sizzling I search for a diversion, like a party. If no one else is … Read More...
Inspiration du Jour | Together
SMASH Journal Giveaway Winners!
The giveaway officially ended yesterday and I have entered all of the comments into the random.org number generator. I’d just like to say that I had a great time reading all of the things you’d smash! It was super inspiring.… Read More...
Coloraddiction: A Glass Blog Must Read!
Wow! I love color. That’s one of the reason’s I play with glass. And as I wandered around the Interwebs searching for something fresh to share with all of you I came across Kandice Seeber’s blog, Coloraddiction. What a … Read More...
Get Summer Reads at a Great Price from Knit Picks
It’s summertime, which means it’s time for Knit Pick’s annual Summer Book Sale. Right now you can get 40 percent off select books and magazines, with just over 100 titles up for grabs at reduced prices.
Lots of the … Read More...
Happy Canada Day… in Clay
Carolyn Good of 2GoodClaymates says it just right and in clay no less – Happy Canada Day!
Photo from 2GoodClaymates.blogspot.ca
Free Sewing Pattern : Chevron pintucked sundress for baby girls
Tricia from Made By Me & Shared With You shares a free pattern and tutorial on her blog for making this sweet sundress for a baby girl. It has bias tape shoulder ties, a bodice with chevron pintucks, and a … Read More...
Tutorial: Bike Bag to hold keys and cash while riding
Tamara from Etcetorize shows how to make a handy pouch to hang on the handlebars of your bicycle. It’s just big enough to hold a wallet, a phone, and some keys so you don’t have to worry about them falling … Read More...
A Look Back at TNNA
For all the years (now more than five!) that I’ve been part of the knitting world I still haven’t made it to any of the major conferences or conventions in the world of knitting and needle arts. I really wanted … Read More...