Tamara of IrrysistableJewels makes lovely sculpted pieces – jewellery and small figures. You can view more of her work in her Etsy shop or on her website.
Process: String quilt coming along
Terri of Quilternity is working on getting more done on her quilting projects by implementing an idea she got from another blogger. Because of it, she’s almost done with her string quilt, shown. Go HERE to learn more.
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Make a Wish
Take a look at this cute idea from Connie at Missing Willow Farm for a wish charm necklace – complete with dandelion fluff!
Rain Drop Pendant
This sparkly drop of rain certainly won’t spoil anyone’s day. Learn how you can make this sparkling rain drop pendant from a fishing lure at Hazel & Agnes.
Mother’s Day Gift Ideas
Still haven’t found the perfect gift for Mom? Fine Craft Guild has some great ideas for DIY gifts including a tutorial for this bracelet. Learn how to make one for your Mom at Fine Craft Guild.
$200 Nunn Design Giveaway
The folks at Beadaholique have teamed up with Becky Nunn and are offering you the chance to win about $200 in merchandise from Nunn Design’s newest beads, pendants, and collage sheets! This giveaway ends Wednesday, May 9. Get all the details … Read More...
I Went to Bullseye in Emeryville!!
So yesterday I was in the Bay Area of California. First in the San Jose area for a new client meeting (which went very well) and then I headed over to see the new Bullseye Resource Centerover in the … Read More...
Here are our winners!
For the Beam ‘n Read Light, Cindy!
Noni Flowers – Cathy!
Popknits – Linnet!
Thanks for playing everyone, if you’ve won, I’ve sent you an email. Get ready for another round of giveaways!
Tutorial: Side Step Card
The Greeting Farm blog has step by step instructions for make a side step card (say that three times fast:))
-Heather
How to make a recycled Springtime wall hanging
Kira of the blog Oops I Craft My Pants came up with this cute wall hanging made from a recycled bit of packaging. Want to find out what kind of packaging it is? Pop on over to her awesome tutorial … Read More...
Free knitting pattern, video tutorial: Felted Pan Handle Cozy & Felted Plant Hangers
Katie Startzman of “Duo Fiberworks” has two incredible Mother’s Day gift felting tutorials and patterns for you to make for Mother’s Day gifts. I would love both from my kids. I have the Cuisinart 12 MultiClad Pro Stainless Steel 12-Piece … Read More...
Purple House Freebie
The wide variety of charts that have houses as a theme always amazes me. I guess we are drawn to them because home is so important to us. This house is pretty in purple and will be a fun little … Read More...
Floral Square
This simple floral square will be fin to stitch with the floss color of your choice. I like the simple symmetrical lines and repetitive nature of the motif. Get the free chart.
Sweary Elizabeth Bennet Bookmark
Hancock’s House of Happy offers creative charts all the time and this one doesn’t disappoint. One one hand there’s a traditional saying from Pride and Prejudice and on the other there’s a more modern take with some adult language that … Read More...
DIY: Natural Sunscreen
If you’re worried about the chemicals in your sunscreen, but naturally still want sun protection, here’s a recipe from Frugally Sustainable using ingredients I’d think most of us already have on hand. Get all the details (and a great discussion … Read More...
Project and Technique: Stamped Distress Background Floral Card
By combining a striped stamp and a floral one and using a resist technique Shirley with Impression Obsessions shares how to make a pretty distress background. She also shares directions for making the entire lovely card too. Click here for … Read More...
Where has your sewing editor run off to?
I don’t usually delve into the super personal on this blog, but since events in my personal life are keeping me from my blogging I thought I’d offer a quick little explanation.
My father had been very ill for some … Read More...
What’s The BIG Idea?
We all know about those cute little amigurumi animals. But, what about larger softies for kids to love on? The folks over at Martingale have come up with some newer, larger amigurumi type patterns, and they’re giving away a… Read More...
Daisy Pastries
Two daisies in a row! This time fashioned from pastry, by another one of my go-tos for genius ideas, Hungry Happenings. See what’s inside this beautiful daisy pastry (and learn to make your own) HERE at Hungry Happenings.
How-to: Daisy Cookie Bouquet
This daisy bouquet looks so much like a daisy bouquet it even occurred to me you may be confused as to why an edibles gal would feature flowers. So stunning. Find the step-by-steps to make a daisy cookie bouquet from … Read More...