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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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Learn how to make your own wedding cake card box with a colorful tutorial from Smashed Peas & Carrots! Very cute!
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.
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...
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.
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.
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...
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...
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...
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.
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...
Grad cap pops made easy with marshmallows. Sigh, marshmallows make everything easier, I think. Find the how-tos HERE at Sweet Simple Stuff.
Jessica from Me Sew Crazy guest blogs in the Vintage May series at Craftiness Is Not Optional with a tutorial showing how to make colorblocked leggings. These are SO cool, especially in the black and white that she used in … Read More...
Amber from Very Homemade shows how easy it is to add hidden side pockets to the next gathered skirt you make. Get the tute.
[photo from Very Homemade]
Turn a plain ol’ boring white photo mat into an adorable name plaque for a baby’s room. Gel-a’-Tins stamps has complete directions on their blog.
-Heather
Over at StudioDIY you can find a tutorial for making favor bags more summery, as well as being able to use them as envelopes. Click here to go to the tutorial.
