In my neck of the woods, spring’s been a little hesitant this year. So, in order to hurry it along, I’ve been sprucing up my wardrobe with fun bright colors and new spring prints. Which is probably why I flipped … Read More...
Inspiration: Ella’s Craft Creations
I am sockless. My footcoverings were totally knocked off by Chris Richards of Ella’s Craft Creations, who interpreted a recent TAST Challenge, satin stitch, on evenweave fabric. A brilliant improvisation and a perfect way to use up odds and ends … Read More...
Inspiration: Kayla Coo
Are you as enthralled as I am by this new spring-inspired felted and embroidered work by Michala Gyetvai of Kayla Coo? If so, then you’ll be completely knocked out when you find out the scale of the piece. Go to … Read More...
Inspiration: And Sew It Goes
This quilt by Terry of And Sew It Goes–first it made my jaw drop; then it made me itch to run to my studio and applique and embroider like crazy. The 15″ x 35″ fire quilt is an entry for … Read More...
Inspiration: The Lone Beader
Eep! The Lone Beader interprets the corded poodle in beads! Go to her post for a photo you can click to enlarge. And don’t miss the link to her Easter Etsy sale–it’s good all weekend.
Faux Milk Glass Eggs
Here’s a fun idea for turning wooden eggs into milk glass look alikes! A fun way to decorate for Easter. Get the tutorial for these faux milk glass eggs at Just Crafty Enough Project – Faux Milk Glass Eggs.
Scented Paper Tape
Jenny found some scented drawer liner paper and used her creative imagination to transform it into scented washi tape. Fun! Here’s the scoop and how she used it — How-to: Make Scented Paper Tape/Washi Tape Using Drawer Liner Paper | … Read More...
Cheesecake “Carrots” for Easter
There’s still time for a super cool Easter dessert! Make insta-carrots by slicing an orange cheesecake and adding some edible grass. Find the recipe HERE at Hungry Happenings.
Save an Egg – Decorate a Carrot
Victorian Egg Place Cards
I’m not sure whether Carolyn intended these beautiful place cards to have a Victorian look to them, but they do. And they are just lovely! She’s been taking special care as she’s been using eggs in the kitchen, cracking them … Read More...
Easter Chick Wreath
Sometimes a post just makes you smile. This was one of those moments for me. We’ve seen lots of pretty wreaths filled with flowers, herbs, twigs and berries. We’ve seen lots of fun wreaths made from colored beans, marshmallows and … Read More...
Two Swallows Cross Stitch Pattern
Easter Bunny Roundup
Just in time for Easter, a round up of bunny patterns for you from BD Couture. Bunnies galore! Get the free charts.
Looking for more Easter themed Cross Stitch Patterns and Charts? Check these out on Etsy.
Tutorial: An Egg Stand
Here’s a quick stand for all of the awesome eggs you decorated. Or at least a tutorial to make the stand. The idea would work for the big decorative rocks (or done in small, for your small treasures, too!) Thanks … Read More...
Sugar Bells and Rainbow Nougat for Easter
I have two gorgeous sweets to share with you from C’est maman qui l’a fait. First is this daisy sugar bell. The instructions are in both French and English, and the photographs suggest such an edible feat is actually … Read More...
Mockingjay Pin Giveaway
Lark Jewelry & Beading is giving you a chance to win a licensed version of Dana Schneider’s mockingjay pin! The giveaway ends 9 p.m. EST on Wednesday, April 11. Enter for your chance to win now!
Golden Easter Egg Chocolates
Anyone else go right to Charlie and the Chocolate Factory? Yes? Find the how-tos to make these stunning chocolate-filled golden Easter eggs HERE at the Kitchn.
DIY Meringue Escort Cards
Your wedding guests will be sure to love these delicious looking cookies that double as escort cards and favors! Get all the yummy details at Glamour & Grace.
Tutorial: Felt tea playset
Ashley from Lil Blue Boo shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make a felt tea playset. The set includes felt tea bags and a wooden box to hold then. Think of all the cups of tea that … Read More...
Passover S’mores
With Matzah bread and Kosher marshmallows! Given the plethora of Easter treats out there, I’m so relieved to find a Passover goody. Find the instructions and recipe HERE at 1 Fine Cookie.
Looking for more S’smores recipes? Check out … Read More...