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.
Singer 160 Limited Edition… Read More...
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...
Tutorial: DIY bias tape maker from hardware store materials
You can buy handy metal bias tape maker
gadgets at the fabric store. But did you know that you can make your own from a disposable crat knife? You know, the ones with the break-away blades? PC from MeiJo’s Joy… Read More...
Tutorial: Tin Can Carrier
Wendi Gratz from Shiny Happy World shares a tutorial over at Sew, Mama, Sew! showing how to make a tin can carrier for kids to take with them on their outdoor adventures. The hard-sided round pouch gives a place for … Read More...
DIY Cookie Canisters
This DIY cookie container is waaaaaay prettier than a paper plate, I think. Find the how-tos to make your own decorated wooden cookie canisters HERE at You are My Fave.
Tutorial: Designer-inspired silk scarf and denim patchwork shirt
Donatella from Inspiration & Realisation shows how to make her denim and silk twill pieced shirt, inspired by a similarly styled Dolce & Gabana shirt. Her version is a refashion, combining an old denim shirt and a silk scarf. I’m … Read More...
Tutorial: Girl’s fringed t-shirt skirt
Elizabeth fromSimple Simon & Co. shows how to make a girl’s fringed t-shirt skirt. It’s made from two layers – a fringed layer and a contrasting underskirt. Get the tutorial.
[photo from Simple Simon & Co.]
Article | Creative Inspiration is All Around
Tyra Babington from Craft Swag shares where she finds creative inspiration in her daily life, and talks about the item that inspired the card she made above. Click here to read more.
Crochet Pattern – Cutie Bootie
These adorable Bow Baby Booties might just be the perfect gift for a new baby. Better yet, this pattern is available free! Check it out here. Just had to share!
If you are looking for more crochet patterns for Baby … Read More...
Tutorial: Stamped Cookies
Stamping AND cookies, seriously, what could be better!? The Lovely Cupboard has a recipe for yummy shortbread cookies and directions for adding a special personal touch by stamping the cookies too. I’m getting hungry just looking at them……
-Heather