Lark Jewelry & Beading is offering you the chance to win a copy of Making Wire & Bead Jewelry! If you aren’t familiar with this great book, check out my review of Making Wire & Bead Jewelry and then hurry … Read More...
Tutorial: Penny pincher coin purse
The Free Spirit Fabrics blog shares a PDF tutorial by Melissa Peda from 100 Billion Stars showing how to make her Penny Pincher coin purse. It’s made with a flex frame, so opening it is just a matter of pinching … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Add leather trim to a plain tee
Suzannah fromAdventures in Dressmaking shows how to add some zing to a plain tee with leather (or faux leather) accents. She added a contrast pocket and bands across the shoulders. It’s quick to do, since the edges of the leather (or … Read More...
Felt Lavender Sachet tutorial
What a perfect tutorial now that summer if here in the USA the Lavender will be blooming and ready to harvest and dry. Laura Lupin Handmade of “Bugs and Fishes” is sharing this sweet project with us. She offers plenty … Read More...
DIY Photo Letters + Free Printables
I’m a big fan of wedding decor that can be reused after the big day! That’s why I love this photo letter project created by Shanty 2 Chic and featured at Emmaline Bride! Get all the details and links … Read More...
Project: Vintage Butterfly Card
This lovely card reminds me of a vintage natural history diorama. Find directions for making this pretty card over on the Inkadinkado website.
-Heather
Did you know Butterflies are deep and powerful representations of life. Many cultures associate … Read More...
Fresh Classes over at Wired Designs
If you’re in the San Antonio area of Texas this summer check out Wired Designs. You can find a ton of cool classes in glass and metals. Gail has posted new classes and discounts in her newsletter. Then wander … Read More...
Mauro Bonaventura’s Glass Cages
I love showing you all a glass artist that has some video to watch. It’s wonderful to get a chance to watch them work. And Mauro is a torch worker, so for all of you that are too torch workers … Read More...
Porcelain Sculpts – Kate MacDowell
Art and craft today folks! Head on over to Black, White & Lace to read this excellent feature on Kate MacDowell. I could paraphrase some of what’s said about this amazing artist who blends nature and anatomy into haunting … Read More...
Find: Faux Bois Tapered Candles
Etsy seller StorytimeCandles has these cute faux bois (fake wood) tapered candles for sale in their shop. These rustic-inspired cuties are made with beeswax and would add texture to any cabin, home, or outdoorsy affair. Get a pair for yourself… Read More...
Wedding Cake Card Box Tutorial
Learn how to make your own wedding cake card box with a colorful tutorial from Smashed Peas & Carrots! Very cute!
Sandwich “Cupcakes”
Because I expect just shaping something like a cupcake makes it infinitely more appealing to a kid… make sandwich “cupcakes” HERE at Cute Food for Kids.
How to make a whole bunch of 18 inch doll accessories
Over at Donna’s blog a Doll for all Seasons there are awesome tutorials for making all sorts of accessories for an 18-inch doll
! Making mini versions of all sorts of goodies looks like a total hoot!
If you have … Read More...
A Bird on a Spool of Thread
This little birdie in blue is visiting the spool of thread looking for nesting material. What a great little project to stitch up, free from Balades et Broderies. Get the free chart.
Embroidery Angel
When I get to heaven I want to sit around and stitch and that’s exactly what this little cherub is doing. It’s a great free chart from Croix de Christine. Check it out.
Tutorial: Little girl’s summer maxi dress
Simple Simon & Co. shows how a little girl’s t-shirt plus some yardage in a bright summery print becomes a cute maxi dress. You’ll use just the top of the shirt, so this would be a great use for a … Read More...
Personalized Father’s Day Gift Ideas
Aw, all of Dad’s favorite things are covered with these ideas from My Own Ideas. I love this one, not only can you make your own beer labels for Dad, but you can personalize the bottle carrier AND make … Read More...
Tutorial: DIY vinyl belt
Jessica from Running With Scissors can be found blogging in the Just Sew Week series at Mama Says Sew today, where she shares a tutorial showing how she made this awesome orange belt for her young son. She used orange … Read More...
Margarita Fixings Host Gift
Methinks you will be a most popular Memorial Day BBQ guest if you arrive with tequila and all the fixings for margaritas. Like citron salt, chipotle salt and crushed candy. Find them HERE at Love U Madly.
Tutorial: Reshape a straight skirt hem into a “high-low” hem
Stacie fromStars for Streetlights shares a tutorial at The Fashion Spot showing how to reshape a straight skirt hem into one with this season’s very popular “high low” style – higher in the front, longer in the back. Get … Read More...