We all want to make “natural” products, but what does that really mean? And can we truly walk away from fragrances, palm oil and other tried and true staples in the bath and body world? Bath Alchemy, the Bonnie Bath … Read More...
DIY: Felt Rosebud Basket
Ryan of “The Blooming Thread” designed and created this stunning Felt Rosebud Basket. I found a picture of her project on Pinterest and then located her site and now I can share her tutorial with you. Follow Ryan … Read More...
Kids Craft – Shaving Cream Marbled Valentine Hearts
I know Valentine’s Day has come and gone, but I thought this technique could be used with many different colors, or for many types of kid craft projects, so I just had to post it! Who knew that shaving cream … Read More...
Kids Craft – ‘Apple of My Eye’ {Cards}
These red bottle cap apple cards are so adorable, and would be a great craft for teaching children how to be thankful by using them for writing ‘Thank you’ cards! Georgia and her family used them for Valentine’s Day cards.… Read More...
2 Ingredient Nutella Ice Cream You Can Make Without an Ice Cream Maker
There are some recipes that sound almost too easy to work… and this is definitely one of them.
Two ingredients. One bowl. No complicated steps. And the end result is a rich, creamy Nutella ice cream that tastes like you … Read More...
How to Make Rainbow Rice
I have seen this around the internet a ton, but thought this post had beautiful instructional pictures so I thought I’d share it with you. This is also a great project to do as a Pot of Gold at the … Read More...
Handprint Cookies
Preserve your child’s handprint and the memories of youth forever on cookies… until you eat them. Find handprint cookies HERE at In Katrina’s Kitchen.
Teeny Tiny Treats
I always wax on about smaller versions of things being super cute, so what about teeny tiny versions of things? Super duper crazy cute? Check out this tiny treats tea party over at Munchkin Munchies, inspired by this book … Read More...
Dorothy’s House Rainbow Cake and Wizard of Oz Party
I’m way behind in posting on this party, since I only just discovered it from a year and a half ago! But this cake is just too good not to share. It’s a rainbow cake inside Dorothy’s house and on … Read More...
Tutorial: Patchwork scarf
They say the quilting makes the quilt, but with this patchwork scarf, made by SewHomegrown, it’s the fabric that makes the scarf. I want one just like it. Find out what fabric she used and get instructions to … Read More...
Free silk. Really!
Holy cow! Check out this amazing giveaway! The Art Needlepoint Co. is giving three skeins of silk to every person who comments on their giveaway post. That’s right. Doreen tells us, “Every person who sends a response via blog or … Read More...
Sunshine Girls embroidery by Gratz
Ahhh, these little stitched darlings are adorable. Sunshine Girls embroidery pattern, created by Wendi Gratz at Shiny Happy World. They make me smile. Go HERE to see how you can buy them.
Image credit: Shiny Happy World
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Tutorial: Hairy-eyebrowed softie
Heather of The Sewing Loft shares the tutorial for creating this “super simple” monster softie. And while she was making it, she stumbled across a technique you’ll love for creating those hairy eyebrows. Go to her post.
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Grab a cuppa: Tool Time Challenge quilts ready
This is Elaine Wong Haselhuhn’s entry in the latest challenge of Project QUILTING over at Kim’s Crafty Apple. Kim just uploaded A Closer Look. So get on over there and pick your favorite. See all entries HERE.
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A transformation
Meari of Meari’s Musings followed instructions by Carol of iStitch to turn an unfinished card box from the craft store into this beautiful sewing box. Awesome, awesome finish! Get the details and see more photos at Meari”s post.
Tutorial: Stitched paper hearts
Hearts aren’t just for Valentine’s Day. Donna of Imagine Mechanix cut hearts from pretty scrapbook papers, joined them with blanket stitch, and poufed them with a bit of polyfill to create charming little treats. They could easily become sachets with … Read More...
Tutorial: Stitched charms
Chris of Pickup Some Creativity created these sweet ornaments–she calls them charms–for Valentine’s Day. I think they would work any time of year as a little treat for someone, a gift tie-on, or even a Christmas tree ornament. Chris … Read More...
Tutorial: Satin rosettes
These satin rosettes are so gorgeous! Terra from Mama Says Sew has the how-to. The tutorial actually comes by way of her husband, who showed their children how to make these pretty fabric blooms. Get the tute.
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Cat in the Hat Dr Seuss Bread
Bread art is a blooming craft that fascinates me, but still intimidates me. Just look at this clever loaf paying homage to Dr. Seuss. It’s inspiring me to pull out some flour and yeast. Find the recipe HERE at Cake … Read More...
Flower Girl Ideas
Lots of sweet inspiration for flower girls over at Intimate Weddings! I just loved this photo of two adorable flower girls carrying a “here comes the bride” sign!