The Spring Bloggers’ Quilt Festival started today at Amy’s Creative Side. The Festival runs from May 18 – June 1, 2012. There are already 170 quilters who’ve linked up so far, impressive! Here’s the schedule of events:
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Beachy String Art – Creative in Chicago
Two weeks ago, I decided my bathroom was desperately in need of a fun, ocean themed makeover. I can’t help but think then that this post from Creative in Chicago is a road sign, beckoning me forward with this project. … Read More...
Parks and Recreation Cookies
I’ve yet to watch an episode of Parks and Recreation, not because I have an aversion to the show, but because I’m particular about my TV. I need to watch a show from the beginning… So maybe this show will … Read More...
Winner of our Book Giveaway: “Handwork for the Holidays”
Kelly lucky #4 is the winner of our giveaway and will be receiving her book from Laura and Katie of “Duo Fiberworks”! Congratulations Kelly and thank you Laura and Katie for allowing me to host this giveaway.
Marionette Bento Box Idea
If and when I get into making fabulous bentos for my daughter to bring to school, I’ll likely start with something less ambitious than a marionette, but this gives me something to aspire to. Find the Marionette Bento HERE at … Read More...
Chocolate Peanut Butter Cups Made in a Mug (or On a Mug?)
This is such a cool idea, especially for kids… not so much for the hot water danger part, but for the “how stuff melts” and “I can help” parts: Make peanut butter swirl cups in a mug. Find the how-tos … Read More...
Ta Dah!: French-y embroidery for Maaike
Kirsty of You had me at Bonjour recently finished this embroidery sampler piece as a gift to a fellow blogger, Maaike. Lovely, isn’t it? She shows closeups of the stitches, go HERE to see more.
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How to make a recycled bed sheet Rag wreath
Danielle of the blog Blissful and Domestic sent in this great project where she made a fun wreath out of a bed sheet of all things! Rag Wreaths are very popular right now and they are so easy to make. … Read More...
Tutorial: Adding sashing to quilt blocks
Vanessa of Crafty Gemini shares a video tutorial on her blog on how to add sashing to your finished quilt blocks as part of her Video Quilt Along series. She explains sashing is commonly used in sampler quilts to … Read More...
Tutorial: Fairy wand softie
Lainie from Maker Land shows how to make a soft fairy want. These are so cute! And the entire wand is stuffed fabric, even the stick, so it’s soft for small hands to play with. Get the how-to.
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Tutorial: Little boy’s skinny cuff trousers
Shauna from Shwin & Shwin shares a tutorial on her blog showing how she made these cute skinny cuffed pants for her little boy. The styling was inspired by clothes she sees and loves at J. Crew Kids. You’ll need … Read More...
Tutorial: Use lace trim to lengthen a shirt that’s too short
Donatella from Inspiration & Realisation shows how a strip of lace trim may be just the fix you need for a shirt that is too short. It adds length the shirt with a style that is similar to many designer … Read More...
Tutorial: Pillowcase style knit nightgown
Bridget from Everyday Chaos shows how to make a little girl’s summertime nightgown. It’s essentially a pillowcase dress, though made out knit yardage instead of an actual pillowcase. The lightweight knit is comfy for bedtime, but the nightgowns are cute … Read More...
iPhoneography Photos and Filters
Rebecca from Bumbles and Light shares some tips for taking photos with and using filters on your iPhone. Make sure to also check out her post about favorite photo apps. Click here to go to her blog.
Free pattern: Little boys’ collared vest
Destri from The Mother Huddle shares a free pattern and tutorial for making a little boy’s collared vest. The double lapel and faux welt pocket give it dressed up style, though these details could be omitted if you wanted to … Read More...
Technique: Coloring on Acetate with Copics
The Whiff of Joy blog shares a lovely card and a cool technique using Copic markers to color on clear acetate sheets. Find on the info here.
-Heather
Photography Tip | The Golden Hour
Alicia from Project Alicia explains the The Golden Hour for photographers and shares five tips for capturing great photos with this kind of light. Click here to go to her post.
DIY Scratchcard Wedding Invitations
Create fun and unique scratchcard wedding invites with a tutorial from Rock and Roll Bride!
Tutorial | Portrait Photos
Photo Tip | Conversions & Cropping
Laura Kurtz from the Studio Calico Design Team shares some tips on creative photo cropping and conversions. This may help if you are trying to scrap a less than perfect photo. Click here to see more. Visit our online Amazon … Read More...