This is a really cool technique from Cindy Elam over at Splitcoast Stampers. She heat embossed and then dry embossed her paper to make a stunning background piece. Click here for instructions and a video.
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Felt Christmas tree Template and DIY
This is my project and I hope it works for you. You will need heavy printer paper and 1 or 2 sheets of the color of felt you want and craft glue or hot glue, I used the hot glue. … Read More...
Jeff Zimmer’s Images in Glass
Thanks to Daily Art Muse for profiling Jeff Zimmer and his lovely glass (scroll down). He studied with Michael Janis over at Washington Glass School, someplace I’d love to visit, and has been creating the most wonderful glass art since. … Read More...
Custom-stitched specs
This almost makes me happy that I wear spectacles. Fashioningtech.com says,
… Read More...Fusing traditional crafts with rapid prototyping technologies, Chloë McCormick and Nicholas O’Donnell-Hoare have designed a customizable pair of 3D printed tapestry glasses. The frames are printed with tiny holes
DIY Ribbon Boutonniere {For the Groom}
Create a dashing boutonniere for your groom or a pretty hair clip for your bridesmaids using this versatile tutorial designed by Mel at The Crafty DIY Bride! The tutorial is shared at Intimate Weddings.
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Tutorial: Felt mittens ornament
An easy-peasy pair of mittens, grinning with delight at the chance to adorn your tree. Go to Mollie Johanson‘s Wild Olive post to learn how to make them.
How to make recycled cardboard gift tags
Need to whip up some last minute simple and elegant gift tags as you wrap those presents late at night (or anytime) why not try these great recycled cardboard (chipboard) ones designed by Roslyn of the blog Sew Delicious. See … Read More...
Rainbow Fudge
Will I ever tire of rainbow-themed food? Not as long as my kid doesn’t. Find the recipe for rainbow fudge HERE at Rock UR Party.
Hosting a Rainbow party? Check out these Rainbow party articles over on our Party … Read More...
Inspiration: Stitch Therapy
Stitch Therapy shares stunning photos of her first-term textile-course project. She says,
… Read More...A theme of ‘identity revealed through destruction’ emerged and I discovered the beauty of decay. I really enjoyed the psychological process of revealing hidden layers and the wonky-happy
Tutorial: Quilted 3-D Christmas tree
Alba from Festotu shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make a quilted 3-D Christmas tree decoration. It’s actually made from two flat pieces that fit together to create a tree that stands up on its own. Not … Read More...
Stitch like Jane
Jane LaFazio of JaneVille is working up improvisational little squares for a class she’ll be teaching in March. They’re all eye candy. I especially love this one, where she has captured a key under a layer of organza. To see … Read More...
Last Minute Idea | Printable Nativity
Jen at My Own Road is sharing this idea for a quick way to display a nativity scene this year. Click here to see how she did it!
Tutorial: Simple reversible tote bag
Flora from Frills and Flares shows how to make a simple reversible tote bag. The reversible bag has two looks in one. When your mood changes, just turn it inside out for an entirely new look for your bag. Get … Read More...
Tutorial: Homemade Hand Warmers
Vanessa from V and Co. shows how to make her Homemade Hand Warmers. Just zap the small rice bags in the microwave for 15 seconds, and they’re ready to warm your hands. Get the tutorial.
[photo from V and … Read More...
Tutorial: Oh, Christmas Tree felt ornament
Lark Crafts shares a free project for making their Oh, Christmas Tree ornament. The project is an excerprt from the book Fa La La La Felt
. The felt Christmas tree would be pretty hanging on your own tree, … Read More...
Sewing Pattern Tutorial: Embellished tee with pleated bib and buttons
Sachiko from Tea Rose Company and Tea Rose Home shows how to make her Pleated Pretty Shirt. This top is gorgeous!! She starts with a plain tee, and then adds a pleated bib trimmed with lace and buttons. Get the … Read More...
Tip: Tie a Perfect Bow
Bows and ribbons add a perfect touch to many paper crafting projects but I know a lot of people struggle to tie a nice pretty bow. Vanessa Spencer shares a very helpful video over at Stampington and Co., soon you’ll … Read More...