Donatella from Inspiration & Realisation shares a tutorial showing how to make a lace trimmed t-shirt, inspired by a top by Valentino. You can buy the designer shirt for $250, but her DIY version cost her just $8 to make. … Read More...
Tutorial: Child’s shrug from knit fabric
Jennifer from Un Petit Design shows how to create a simple shrug for a child out of knit fabric. The pattern is based on a simple t-shirt shape, though cut short, and opened at the front with a button closure … Read More...
Technique: Stamp and Watercolor on Canvas
Julia Stainton has a nice tutorial over on the Ellen Hutson’s blog using stamps and watercolors on canvas. This technique looks like a true work of art! Click here for more info.
-Heather
Nice Underpants Doormat – Oh So Pretty
I love a good doormat as much as the next person. But I’ve been astounded numerous times at how much companies want for something I’m going to step on. One more reason to be like the awesome crafty girls at … Read More...
Shoestaches – Moustaches for Your Shoes
Moustaches are huge right now. And while I tend to a be a little less enthusiastic about male facial hair trends, I have to admit how much I love ‘staches as a design element on just about everything. (Have you … Read More...
Modern Gold Wedding Inspiration
Chevrons, gold, and aqua create a fresh, modern feel to this inspiration board found at Wedding Paper Divas!
DIY – Cute Horse Cookies
Why are these horsie cookies so crazy cute? And simple to make to boot!?! Cookie and horse lovers can’t go wrong. Make them HERE at Party Pinching. Perfect for a cowboy party or cowgirl party.
These horse cookies are … Read More...
Lace Sunglasses – By Wilma
Last week, it was vinyl letters. This week? Lace sunglasses. (Click link for a look at the finished project!) How much classier are these than your average sunglasses? I’ve got to say, I love the fabulous results … Read More...
Jeremy Maxwell Wintrebert – Glass Artist
Daily Art Muse strikes again…and what a wonderful artist being profiled. Jeremy Maxwell Wintrebert is a glass blower and he’s got a very good story about discovering glass blowing. Unfortunately he was in a very serious accident that had him … Read More...
How to make a Pompom Owl tutorial
Gail of “that artist woman” believes in discovering life one art adventure at a time. When I saw her site I was amazed at how many projects she covered. She has 3-D sculptural, paint and paper, textiles, mixed media, art … Read More...
Chocolate Ice Cream in Pretzel Cones
Oh, the sweet and salty! Homemade chocolate ice cream in pretzel cones would be my most perfect food experience ever, I think. Throw in mac n’ cheese and chicken pot pie for dinner and all my favorites are represented. Make … Read More...
Individual Seven-Layer Dips
Sheesh, all you have to do is repackage something in cute little, individually-sized, terribly convenient party cups and I’m sold on the crafty and clever aspect. Smart for Cinco de Mayo, make individual Seven-Layer Dips HERE at The Girl Who … Read More...
How to make recycled washcloth peepee teepees
Or as this clever crafter Mommy calls them “Wizz-ard hats” Oh on the name alone I had to share this idea! Pop on over to Amber’s blog Willow Would where she shared her quick and easy tutorial on how to … Read More...
American Felt and Craft is having a huge felt sale
Stock up on your felt today and make something wonderful. American Felt and Craft is having a huge felt sale. 40% off wool blend felt 30% off bamboo felt and 25% off handmade thick wool felt.
Brookes Books
Brookes Books has a lovely set of letters going – they are up to the letter T. They are not only lovely, they are FREE. Check out more free charts on the Brookes Books Freebies Page.
Get the tip: No more pinched zipper ends on a zippered pouch
Roslyn from Sew Delicious was curious as to why the zipper ends on her zippered pouches sometimes had a neat finish, and other times had more a pinched look. She conducted an experiment in which she installed zippers with the … Read More...
Chupin’s Quaker Freebie
Here’s a great freebie from Claire93 with a Quaker theme. It has a central motif you could use for a small project or you could even pull other elements from the sampler out. Check it out.
Tutorial: Use a fine yarn to finish the edge of a sheer fabric
Jeanine from Jeanine Designs and Knots in Thread shows how she used a silk/bamboo yarn to finish the edges of a delicate organza top. The yarn adds stability to the neckline and allows her to trim close so you won’t … Read More...
Mini Pinata Party Favors
Here’s a unique party favor for Cinco de Mayo or any party you choose. Make miniature pinatas from plastic Easter eggs! A great way to recycle and make a fun and colorful project at the same time. Check it out … Read More...
Tutorial: iPod or iPhone running belt
Jen from iCandy Handmade shows how she created a belt to hold her iPod or iPhone while out for a run. She refers to it as a semi-homemade project, as she used wide elastic for the belt and a purchased … Read More...