Danny of Mommy for Reals made this cloth baby book as part of the Farmer’s Wife in Your Life series at Love Affair With My Brother. Calling her creation The Farmer’s Wife’s Field Guide to Animal By-Products, her … Read More...
Meringue Tulip Cake
What a pretty and tasty homage to a Dutch mom… lovely meringue tulips to decorate a cake. Find the how-tos to make meringue tulips HERE at Bird on a Cake.
Beach-y needlework curtains
Hi all. My family and I are spending a glorious week in a rented house right on the Gulf of Mexico. I have limited internet access, but wanted to show y’all our beach-y kitchen curtains. Someone did silk embroidery motifs … Read More...
Handmade Cross Stitch Chart
Show off your handmaking skills by stitching up a pattern that celebrates all things “Handmade” with the phrase in French. I just love the cute little scissor motif. Where would any of us needleworkers be without a handy set of … Read More...
A Bridge to Cross Stitch
From Brigitte Dadaux, this bridge is a lovely project that reminds me of my trip a few years ago to San Francisco. Of course, it may not be exactly like the Golden Gate, but it is similar enough to evoke … Read More...
Tutorial | Making and Using Rubber Stamps
Kirsty Neale from Ginger & George shares a tutorial for making your own rubber stamps. The post is part of her Way Back Wednesday Series. Click here to go to the tutorial.
Tutorial: Vintage-inspired scalloped yoke
When I saw this vintage-inspired A-line dress that Stacy from Hart & Sew shared in the Vintage May series at Skirt as Top, I squealed out loud. The scalloped yoke is absolutely yummy! And then I saw that the … Read More...
Tutorial: Add 1-2 inches to your jeans waist by giving them a sash
PC from MeiJo’s Joy shows what to do when the waist of your favorite pair of jeans no longer fits comfortably. Rather than squeezing yourself in, she shows how to remove the waistband and replace with it a tie sash. … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Bow front halter maxi dress
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...