Jenna at Sew Happy Geek shows step-by-step how to make this crazy-style heart mug rug on her blog. This was a gift to her daughter for Valentine’s Day. Sweet. Get the tutorial.
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Tutorial: Giant loom blooms
This is completely brilliant: Hannah of Knick Knacks & Ric Rac figured out how to make giant loom blooms from clothesline and her round Knifty Knitter by Socorro. Follow her tutorial to make some yourself!
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Tutorial | Decorative Frame
Tutorial: Upcycled baskets
Here’s another clever upcycling project from Sara of Creative Jewish Mom. With a bit of yarn and a few simple stitches, she turned the styrofoam bowls from instant noodles into cute little baskets. Think of the possibilities! Any container in … Read More...
Crafting for a Cause | Operation Write Home
A New Ripple
How do you get from this:
to this?
You can read all about it here .
The serendipitous nature of felting can lead to exciting ‘variations’. This is one of those happy accidents! I love the way Alice has … Read More...
Tatting tip
Jane Eborall shares a tip for tying thread onto a tatting shuttle or bobbin in preparation for winding. Easy and smart! See her post.
Giveaway | Ephemera Bundle
Lisa Dickinson is giving away this package of vintage ephemera. Entries close February 20th, 2012. Click here to go to the giveaway.
Two patterns at Broderie
This gets my “cutest use of yo yo’s” vote. Pattern by Trish Harper at Broderie.
Also by Trish Harper, Star Point Rouge quilt pattern. Love the stars in the borders – the secondary design becomes the primary one.
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Soft Sushi Toys « Julie K in Taiwan
Julie K in Taiwan shows us some cute sushi plush toys she made from a kit bought in Taiwan. I want to find one of these kits! The key seems to be using terry cloth for the rice. In searching … Read More...
Inspiration du Jour | Love
The Beast in Boston Harbor by alternatehistories on Etsy
Alternate Histories on Etsy creates these detailed historical drawings. This one shows the horrific events during the beasts attack on Boston Harbor. For west coasters you can take a look at this drawing of Bessie the South Bay Behemoth attacking … Read More...
Easter Egg Decorating Idea: Pigs!
It’s about that time… counting down to Easter. Now that Valentine’s Day is over, my daughter wakes up each morning asking if it’s Easter yet. Soon enough. So I’ll be posting on Easter egg decorating ideas as they come along. … Read More...
Mexican Star Wars
Meaning, that is, Mexican food-themed Star Wars, I was not announcing a South of the Border remake of the classic. Specifically, a “Storm Troopadilla, a Yodalicious Salad, and a side of refried Chewbacca.” Ha ha. Find it HERE at Kitchen … Read More...
Tutorial: Too Late for Love easy knit tunic dress
Justine from Sew Country Chick shows how she made her Too Late For Love tunic dress from knit fabric. The pattern is simple – just two pieces that you can yourself using a loose fitting t-shirt as a guide. Having … Read More...
Tutorial: Two ways to decrease bulk in seam allowances
If you’re sewing with quilting weight cottons or lightweight knits, bulky seams are probably not a problem. But if your project uses denim or home dec weight fabrics, then your seam allowances can add unwanted bulk. Sunni from A Fashionable … Read More...
Tutorial: Suspender Dress for baby girls
Delia from Delia Creates shows how to make her Suspender Dress for a baby girl. The bodice and straps are made from a stretch knit for an easy fit. You can make the skirt from the same fabric (as shown … Read More...
Baldwin and Guggisberg – Daily Art Muse
These two glass artists, Phillip Baldwin and Monica Guggisberg have been profiled by Daily Art Muse before and are being revisited in this post. The current work being shown is “Boats” and it is just lovely. But the work that … Read More...
Crafting A Kinder World
Michaels celebrates Random Acts of Kindness Day with $100,000 in giveaways
Random Acts of Kindness Day is Friday, Feb. 17, and to celebrate the spirit of the day and encourage others to participate, Michaels will give away more than $100,000 … Read More...
Project: Chocolate Bar Slider Card
What could be better to cheer up a sick friend than chocolate?! Michelle with Paper Made Bakery shares step by step instructions for making this fun slide out card/candy bar holder.
btw I have a cold right now if anyone … Read More...