Lisa from Wishcraft shares the stunning book card she’s made for Mother’s Day. For the base she followed a tutorial from I Wanna Build a Memory, which can be found here.
-Heather
Tutorial: Add a ruffle to fix an awkward neckline
Kate from See Kate Sew posts in her Ruffles 2012 series with a tutorial showing how to fix an awkward neckline – the ones that dip too low to wear on their own, but don’t layer well. The name of … Read More...
Free pattern: A chick, a cow, a mouse, and a rooster
Melanie from The Crafty Cupboard shares a free pattern for making a set of Fleece Farm Friends. The animal softies are based on a ball shape, with features added on to turn them into a chick, a cow, a mouse, … Read More...
Totally Simple Crochet
I ran across this book at my local library last week. Don’t know how I missed it before. I don’t believe I ever saw it for sale at any of my usual haunts.
I’m glad I ran across it because … Read More...
DIY: Summer Soaps, Scrubs, Shampoo & More
While we’re waiting for summer to arrive, why not get started on some just-for-hot-weather products? Erica at Bath Alchemy has thoughtfully put together a list of recipes for everything from an herbal sunburn remedy to shampoo, body scrub and a … Read More...
DIY: Organic Toothpaste
Easy, inexpensive and minty, this toothpaste sounds like a great addition to your organic beauty regimen. Voe at Lipstick & Pearls takes you through all the steps here.
Tutorial | Baby Chipboard Wall Hanging
This baby themed wall hanging made from chipboard and patterned papers would make a great Mother’s Day gift. Get all the details over at Bean Bug Crafts.
Looking for Baby themed papers, stickers and embellishments? Check some of our … Read More...
Tutorial | Decorative Box for Storing Photos
Make a decorative box for photos by following this tutorial by Linda at Pane Amore e Creativa. Her blog is in Italian, but you can use the handy Translate button over in her right side bar. Click here to … Read More...
Inspiration du Jour | Soft Kitty
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You should have Forked & Talked!
If you came to the Spring 2012 Fork & Talk Blogger Meetup sponsored by EK Success and CraftGossip: Aren’t you glad you did! If you didn’t make it this time, these photos by Sewing Editor Anne Weaver will probably … Read More...
free hand-embroidery patterns
To say I’m behind in posting links to free patterns is an understatement! Enjoy these designs dating back to the first of the year.
This week, we’ve gathered the greatest hand-embroidery patterns for you to try! We offer something for … Read More...
Tutorial: Patio Umbrella block for hop
Michele of Quilting Gallery shared a tutorial on her blog for this patio umbrella block. This 10″ paper pieced block is her entry in the Garden Party Blog Hop at Sewhooked. Get the tutorial.
Image credit: Quilting Gallery
Tutorial: Acid Cottage block | QAL bonus
Sunni at Love Affair With My Brother shows how to make this quilt block she calls Acid Cottage. She explains it’s a bonus block for the Home Sweet Home QAL hosted by Kim’s Crafty Apple. Get the tutorial.
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Rainbow + Rock and Roll Wedding!
Bold pops of color and a rock and roll theme make this creative wedding shine! I can’t wait for you to see the amazing DIY details including a vinyl record inspired cake, a bouquet handcrafted from sheet music, and the … Read More...
2012 Bloggers meetup and bragging rights
On Saturday, April 21 Craft Gossip held the Spring 2012 Fork and Talk bloggers meetup in Little Rock, Arkansas. As before, the generous folks at EK Success sponsored the event. And just like last year, they gave away some serious … Read More...
Book Page Covered File Cabinet
I love this unique twist on redoing a file cabinet using recycled book pages! I’ve seen decoupaged fabric and decorative paper covered cabinets, but never book pages. The result is totally unique and very chic looking, don’t you think? See … Read More...
Tutorial: Create an adjustable waistband for kids’ pants
Heidi from Homemade by Heidi shows how you can make an adjustable waistband just like the ones you see in the children’s clothing you buy at the nicer stores. Buttonhole elastic is threaded through a partial casing, with buttons stitched … Read More...
Tutorial: Ribbon embellished silk chiffon top
Donatella from Inspiration & Realisation posts in her DIY Bloggers Fashion week series with a tutorial showing how to make a designer-inspired silk chiffon top with ribbon embellishment. The high-end designer version (by Phillip Lim) cost $650. Hers took just … Read More...
Mosaic: Pretties in Clay
Let’s face it, I am a sucker for beads and clever uses of beads. Factor that in with how much I love clay and here are some clay bead and other pretty pieces –
1. artcharm6, 2. Bag Holder … Read More...
It’s new: Sew Little Nursery Design course, plus a discount
Vanessa from Crafty Gemini announces her new Sew Little Nursery Design course on Craftsy, and offers a 50% off discount for a limited time. Go to her blog post for more about the course and to see photos from the … Read More...