I’ve been doing way too much self-promotion of late, but given the fondness for rainbow sweets (at least as evidenced by Pinterest), I have one more to share. I made these mini rainbow cupcakes for a two-year old’s birthday party.… Read More...
Easy way to recycle a belt into a bracelet
This couldn’t easier…or cooler. Pop on over to Wilma’s blog By Wilma to read how she recycled a belt into a bracelet and see another version.
Tutorial: Banner Day skirt for little girls
Ellen from The Long Thread, and author of 1, 2, 3 Sew, shares a tutorial over at Moda Bake Shop showing how to make her Banner Day Skirt. The little girl’s twirly skirt has a pennant banner pieced … Read More...
Tutorial: Sleeping bag and pillow for an 18″ doll
My daughter and her best friend LOVE their American Girl dolls, and are all the time arranging “play dates” for the dolls to get together. How cute would this sleeping bag and pillow set be for their doll sleepovers? Melissa … Read More...
Tutorial: Take in a skirt in length and waist, the quick and easy way
Lizzie B. from Cotton & Curl shows the quick and easy way to take in a skirt that’s too long or too big in the waist. Get the how-t0.
[photo from Cotton & Curl]
Video: Hanging Tea Light Holders
Looking for something simple yet chic to dress up your deck or patio this summer? Here’s a video tutorial for making these pretty little hanging tea light holders that will add just the right amount of ambience to your backyard … Read More...
Tutorial: Little girl’s bubble top with sweetheart bodice
Shauna from Shwin & Shwin shares a tutorial on her blog showing how her Anchors Away Bubble Top for toddler girls that’s all kinds of summer cuteness. It’s got a pretty sweetheart bodice with tie straps, and a large anchor … Read More...
Earth Day Bento Box Ideas Blog Hop
While I’ve seen (and been a part of) plenty of bloggers in cahoots with their posts, I don’t believe I’ve ever seen a pub-crawl style blog hop, where one blog leads to another … Read More...
Tutorial: Stacking Double Ringed Pincushion
Carina Gardner shares a tutorial at Riley Blake’s Cutting Corners College showing how to make her Double Ringed Pincushion. The doughnut shaped pincushions can be stacked on a tower of wooden spools. You can make it as tall as you … Read More...
Earth Day Lunch, Dinner and Dessert Ideas
Earth Day is the perfect opportunity to celebrate our planet with delicious and creative meals that are both fun and meaningful. Whether you’re planning a special lunch, dinner, … Read More...
Project: Box Made from Coasters
Inky Antics has instructions for turning four square coasters
, paper and some stamping into an adorable little box. I love how it’s stitched together with ribbon on the sides! Click here to download a pdf . Instructions are by … Read More...
{Book Giveaway} Handmade Weddings
Yesterday I shared a round-up of creative projects from the book Handmade Weddings, and I promised to give away a copy today, so here’s your chance to win Handmade Weddings for yourself! The rules are simple:
Leave a comment … Read More...
Pretty Headband
One of the coolest things about this cute headband is the opportunity to showcase a single fantastic button!
Jenn of JennLikesYarn.com is the designer of this easy project and she offers this pattern for free on her blog. Since I’m … Read More...
Freebie | Month in Review Journaling Card
This free 4×6 Month in review card by Cathy Zielske is perfect for Project Life, or any scrapbooking page. It’s available in Photoshop and Photoshop Elements format. Click here to go to the download.
Looking for supplies for journaling? Check … Read More...
Freebie | Digital Peacock Stamp
This digital peacock stamp from Little Musings can be printed out and colored in for use on your paper crafting projects. Click here to go to the download
Inspiration du Jour | Lilith
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Tutorial: Making Faceted Clay Beads
Here’s a quick tutorial / technique for making faceted (and glittery!) clay beads. The tutorial recommends fresh off the pack clay but I would say to condition it first then chill it.
Photo by HazelandAgnes
Mother’s Day Crafts
Did you know Mother’s Day is approaching fast? It is on May 13th!
With that in mind have you seen these adorable Mother’s Day Craft Ideas our editors have found in the last few weeks?
How Seattle Became the Epicenter of Glass Art
When most people think of art glass they think of Seattle or even Dale Chihuly. Why is that? How did Seattle become the epicenter of glass art? It did kind of start with Dale Chihuly but it’s grown to … Read More...
DCWV Deals Discount Code
DCWV is no longer just a scrapbooking company and their newly launched Discount website is proof of that. They offer 50-70% off retail prices making them affordable too.
(Check out the Exsclusive CraftGossip discount code below for an Extra 15% … Read More...