I didn’t think anything on this earth could be cuter than Hugh Jackman. But this Spooky Pooky rendering of Wolverine may have him beat. So tiny. So brutal. There’s a tiny doll version of Beast, too. Go to Alexz‘s … Read More...
What is tambour beading?
In the new series over on MrXStitch, Sequintial Art, Claire Barrett gives us an intro to tambour beading, which entails stitching with a hook. Many couture houses use this traditional Indian technique to cover large areas quickly with beads or … Read More...
Inspiration: Joy McC
Joy McC of New Zealand created this blooming landscape block for the CQ Journal Project 2012. Just looking at it gives me enough happy to last all day! Go to the blog post for an image you can click to … Read More...
Crocheted Jar Cover Creates Cute Candle Holder
If you’re looking for a fun and creative way to add some personality to your home decor, consider making a crocheted jar cover. A Dash Sunlight, a Dutch blog, recently shared this idea on their website and it’s a simple … Read More...
Sewing Pattern: Ruffled boxer shorts
Jessica from Me Sew Crazy shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make a pair of ruffled boxer shorts. Paired with a soft tee, they make cute and comfy summer sleepwear. Get the tutorial.
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Tutorial: Secret Zipper Sweet Heart Purse
Prudent Baby shows how to make a fun heart-shaped purse with a hidden zipper stitched into the front. Their Secret Zipper Sweet Heart Purse would be so cute for little girls! It’s big enough to hold a handful of smal … Read More...
Quick Tip for Irid Glass from Bullseye Glass
Bullseye’s got a cool quick tip they’re offering up today so I thought I’d share it with you guys. It’s with gold or silver iridized glass and clear powder. The effects that are created are just lovely and super easy … Read More...
Tutorial: Use your sewing machine to stitch your buttons down
Tricia from Made By Me & Shared With You shares a tutorial on her blog showing how you can use a sewing machine to stitch your buttons down. Her post includes the scoop on stitching down two-hole and four-hole … Read More...
DIY: Coconut Oil Scalp Treatment
I don’t even think about my scalp, let alone treat it, but the mums at The Mother Huddle make a very good point that healthy hair starts with a good scalp. And they thoughtfully provided an easy — and informative … Read More...
Technique and New Product: Coloring with Aquamarkers
Cindy with Flourishes has a great video tutorial showing how to use the new Aquamarkers. These markers are a water based pigment ink for a vibrant color and they are also acid free and light fast (meaning no fading). Click … Read More...
Priming Advice from Colour de Verre
Just got a newsletter from Colour de Verre about priming their molds. They have two suggestions for what works best with their molds. There’s Primo Primer or MR-97 spray. Both have their advantages but if you decide to go the … Read More...
Needle felting how to: Make a bright, beaded & beautiful Needle Felted Banner
Over at “Crafts ‘n Coffee” Patty Schaffer shows us one of the easiest ways to create the felt beads. She has a tutorial for a bright, beaded & beautiful Needle Felted Banner. Think of all the roving you will … Read More...
How to dress up your erasers
Did you know that they needed dressing up? They were naked and didn’t know it! Well if you feel like your erasers need some new duds check out Rache;’s blog Lines Across for a quick and easy way to dress … Read More...
Felt Woodland Cupcake Wrappers and Sculptable Frosting Cupcake Toppers
Long title, I know, but there’s a lot of goodness in there. Every now and then my friend, Cheryl, and I switch up some blog posts. This week, inspired by her better-than-fondant-yummy frosting figures, I made some felt woodland cupcake … Read More...
Allowing Yourself to Be Creative
I have a very wise friend, her name is Jen Goode. Aside from being a talented designer, she’s also a very creative thinker. She recently wrote a short post on what being creative is about, and how everyone, not just … Read More...
“World’s Best Pop” Gift
Soda pop, Blow-Pop, Popcorn and Pop-Tarts… A very clever way to tell dad he’s the World’s Best Pop. Love it. Find the idea HERE at Creatively Christy.
Review & Giveaway: Singer 160 Limited Edition sewing machine
Yesterday I gave you part 1 of my review of the Singer 160 Limited Edition
sewing machine. You can find part 2 of my review over in our Giveaways section. Oh… did I just give you a clue about the … Read More...
Gorgeous Vintage Candle Holder
ModernArtObsessed on Etsy has one of the most beautiful candle holders I’ve ever seen for sale. A vintage piece, this Dorothy Thorpe “pretzel” candle holder is made of lucite and chrome. The lucite tubes that form the base are an … Read More...
New Rlease: KennyK Digital Stamps
KennyK has added 6 brand-new digi stamp designs to their popular Glam Gang collection of sexy, sweet & sassy images! Check them out here .
Card sample by design team member Amy.
-Heather
Looking for more digital stamps and … Read More...
Rock Candy Jewelry
I’m suddenly envisioning an entire jewelry store filled with candy gems. That’s how awesome I find this rock candy jewelry from 1 Fine Cookie. Gorgeous necklaces, bracelets, rings… Such sweet accessories, in all kinds of colors and flavors. Find the … Read More...