Jaime Maraia has come up with a nifty free pattern for crocheted buttons. I’ve seen crochet button patterns before, but not as simple or easy to work up as Jaime’s. She has some other free patterns on her … Read More...
Article | A Guide to Camera Conundrums
This very comprehensive article by Laura Lawson addresses a number of camera conundrums you might be struggling with. She looks at issues like aperture, white balance, ISO and shutter speed. Click here to go to the article on Florence … Read More...
Tutorial | Decorative Paperclips
Tanya from Nonna’s Craft Corner shares how she updated some older paperclip embellishments using her Cricut die cutting machine. She is also holding a giveaway for a Cricut cartridge. Click here for more information.
Inspiration du Jour | Are Skeletons Real?
Tute: Strip tubing a jelly roll yields HSTs
Joy of A Joyful Soul covers a new-to-me quilt piecing *technique on her blog this month – strip tubing. Starting with a Hello Luscious jelly roll she walks you through the process that will end with perfect half square triangles … Read More...
I want a Sew Sassy button!
We sewists/quilters know we are cool, but do button manufacturers? Not really. Sam of Hunter’s Design Studio decided to correct this injustice by creating this witty batch of buttons. My favorite is the one smack dab in the middle that … Read More...
Red and Cerulean Blue Wedding
This unconventional choice of hues casts a spell of enchantment, infusing the celebration with an ambiance that’s both daring and alluring. Nestled amidst the embrace of nature’s splendor, this wedding is a masterpiece of creativity, showcasing how the fusion of … Read More...
Wanted: Shirtless men holding a burrito
Megan Dougherty of The Bitchy Stitcher put some feelers out on her Facebook page to see if there is interest in a 2013 Quilter’s Shirtless Man & Spicy Burrito calendar. There is, and after several readers left favorable comments she … Read More...
Tutorial: Applique a textured bow on to a plain blouse
Kristina J. shows how she added a textured bow embellishment to a plain blouse. The blouse was pretty enough as it was, but the appliqued bow makes it fabulous. Textured trim makes this a quick project. Go to her tutorial … Read More...
Tutorial: Litte girl’s scallop hem skirt
Nisabell from Nisabell Necessary created this pretty scalloped hem skirt for her little girl. She shares a tutorial showing how she did it. It’s cute out of a bright happy print (shown here) but also sweet out of a traditional … Read More...
DIY: Homemade Cold Cream
Am I the only one with a fond memory of Pond’s Cold Cream? I just remember slathering it on after a sunburn, not necessarily the approved use, but still, the memory of the coolness lingers with me today. So when … Read More...
Project: Vintage Floral Card
I love the rustic vintage look of this card! Ann Schach shares step by step instructions as well as a video tutorial on how to stamp and emboss a lovely card like this one. Click here to visit her blog … Read More...
Review: Singer 160 Limited Edition sewing machine
Note: Although Singer sent me a free Singer 160 Limited Edition so I could write this review, opinions in this review are 100% mine. Singer did not request a good review in return for the machine.
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A Beautiful Flower in the Garden
This happy little gardener is watering a lovely flower in the garden. He looks so jolly. Get the free chart.
{Monday Moods at DIY Weddings} Golden Honey
Golden honey is the perfect inspiration for a summer wedding.
Elevate Your Summer Wedding with the Radiance of Golden Honey
When it comes to capturing the essence of summer’s golden warmth and sweetness, few inspirations can rival the allure of … Read More...
Mother’s Day Felt Initial Notebook Tutorial
Kimberly Layton at “Everything ETSY” is sharing her lovely Felt Initial Notebook Tutorial with us. It would be so neat to make something special like this notebook for your mom on her special day. Kimberly has used the most amazing … Read More...
Etsy Find: Chevron Tea Lights
BertiesUmbrella on Etsy has these watermelon-scented soy tea lights featuring a chevron detail on the sides. Trendy, sweet-smelling and adorable! I share a lot of candle holder ideas on this blog and have been on the lookout for cute candles … Read More...
Tutorial: Sleeping bag and pillow for a doll
Jen Goode from 100 Directions shows how you can make a sleeping bag and matching pillow for a doll. Get the tute.
[photo from 100 Directions]
Store-Bought Cookie Bouquet
No need to have kids use the oven. They can make mom a cookie bouquet with all store-bought cookies. Find the how-tos HERE at The Mother Huddle.
The Avengers Cake Pops
I’m way behind on my action adventure/Superhero movies, because I know very little about The Avengers (guess my encyclopedic-knowledge-of-super-heroes brother is behind the ball keeping me informed). But these cake pops kind of make me want to know more. Make … Read More...