Terra from Mama Says Sew shares a tutorial showing how to make her Bow Front Maxi Dress. The floor-length knit halter dress has a large bow stitched across the bodice. I’ve never been brave enough to wear a halter (my … Read More...
Tutorial: How to make box pleats and inverted box pleats
Sew4Home shares a tutorial all about box pleats. They explain the difference between a box pleat and an inverted box pleat, and how to make each type. You can use box pleats in home dec projects (pillows, curtains) or when … Read More...
Freebie: Father’s Day Fish Digital Stamp
There’s a new digital stamp company just opened called Digi Ditto. Find a cute free digital image perfect for Father’s Day over on their blog, it’s available in black and white or already colored. You can also find cute digis … Read More...
Tutorial | Customizing Washi Tape
This tutorial on the Omiyage blog shows a neat trick for customizing plain washi tape. You’re gonna love this! Click here to go to the tutorial.
Tip: Even Spaced Punches
Here’s a great tip for getting a row of punched spaces even. Donna Huisinga uses already punched shapes and respostionable tape for perfect spacing every time. Find more info on her blog As the Card Rack Turns.
-Heather
Baby Surprise(s)
I continue to be very attracted to the crochet version of the Baby Surprise Jacket. I’ve ordered Darla Sims’ book containing several variations of the pattern. In the meantime, my friend Patty (who’s a dedicated walker like me) emailed that … Read More...
Tutorial | Gift Boxes from Scrapbook Paper
This video tutorial from Creative in Chicago will show you how to make gift boxes from scrapbook paper. She uses an origami technique. Click here to go to the tutorial.
DIY Floral Monogram
Last week I featured a fabulous Glam + Thrify Bridal Shower created by Janelle at Everyday Brilliance. One of my favorite details from the shower is the floral monogram, and I’m excited to let you know that Janelle has … Read More...
Sweet Neon Graduation Party
Surviving middle school in the early ’80s is a feat of which I’m proud. I was not immune to the fashion trend pressure. Oh no, I embraced the WigWam socks over the pegged leg jeans, the Madonna gloves and the … Read More...
Sewing and Quilting Cookies
I’ve often bemoaned my comical lack of sewing skills. I’m envious of those that wield a needle with thread with skill, especially those that wield a needle with thread with the same talent as an icing bag. Find the how-tos … Read More...
Ruffled Buttercream Layer Cake Tutorial
You know those lovely ruffled, colorful cakes that look too pretty to eat and too difficult to make? This tutorial by Bubble and Sweet to make a ruffled layer cake with buttercream frosting (not fondant! woo hoo!) is fantastic and … Read More...
Duck Macarons and Pond Cupcakes
Because macarons are one of these elusive confections I’ve yet to master, I’m doubly impressed by those that have not only mastered the technique, but then make crafty scenes from their shaped macarons. Make duck macarons and pond cupcakes HERE … Read More...
Tutorial | Make Your Own Baker’s Twine
Laura Beth from A Step in The Journey, shows you how you can fake baker’s twine with the simple DIY. Click here to go to the tutorial.
Mosaic: The Neat and Unusual
Some of the neat and unusual polymer clay work I’ve found lately:
1. dandelion clock, 2. Collana Puzzle piccola POP FROG per Miriam, 3. Three magii brooch, 4. ancient symbols in turquoise 4
Inspiration: Cathy K
What I think is going on in this block by Cathy K of Utah is embroidery with colored floss over black lace. I love the drama of this unique approach. And those yo-yo blooms up in the corner are so … Read More...
Help and win
Jodie of Ric Rac is helping her mother raise $2,600 to send two children to Camp Phoenix, a fun break for burn survivors and their families. Jodie’s mom is a volunteer at this Australian facility. For every $5 you donate … Read More...
Eye-eye
Jaw. Dropping. Detail. This thread sketch by Mrs. Gibson (Mrs. Gibson’s Atelier) in linen and silk on cotton gets a standing ovation from me. Scroll back through her blog to see a bit of the work in progress.
Inspiration: Karen Ruane
Karen Ruane never fails to take my breath away. See more gorgeous photos of her exquisite embroidery at her blog post.
Embroidered elegance
Mary Corbet‘s silk and goldwork embroidered medallion is finished. And–as we all expected–it is spectacular. She says the completed work will now be appliqued to the back of a chasuble, which she will demo for us later. For now, … Read More...
Giveaway: Vintage and new
This week’s Mondo Monday Giveaway on Tatting Tales blog is a 1953 issue of the craft-classic magazine Workbasket. It includes tatting projects, which you can try out with the other prize in this giveaway: a skein of Lady Shuttlemaker’s … Read More...