I know I just recently posted something about the Marioni family here but I’ve found a YouTube video that Corning has posted talking with Paul Marioni, the patriarch of the family and one of the revolutionary glass artists. So here … Read More...
Tutorial: Hawaiian quilted pillow cover
Learn how to make this pretty Hawaiian quilted pillow cover over at Martha Stewart. A small project like this is ideal for beginning quilters, so much less threatening than a full size bed quilt. Go to tutorial.
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Newsy: Online study group on creativity
Annie from Annie’s Quilting Stash will be hosting a study group starting in November using the book, shown. The Artist’s Way by Julia Cameron is a classic book on creativity. I own it and can wholeheartedly recommend it. Go here … Read More...
Happy Creepy Halloween!
Where I am, the small guys are done their trick or treating and the big kids are at the city’s Spookeramas. All the good ghosts and ghouls are stuffed on candies and scary stories. Here’s a Monday Mosaic chock full … Read More...
Tutorial: ‘Love Blossoms’ mini quilt
Carol at FunThreads made this small art quilt for her swap partner and liked it so much she made another one to keep. If you like it, you can make one too. Go to tutorial.
Image credit: FunThreads
The Smartist – Bullseye Glass
I need to share this blog post by Lani over at Bullseye Glass. It shows pictures of the inside of the Bullseye hot shop where the sheet glass is made. When all of you out in blog land get … Read More...
Last Minute Halloween Candle Wraps
I love looking at all the spooky displays at Halloween. It seems easier (and cheaper) to decorate compared to other holidays.
Angie at The Country Chic Cottage shared this, just in case you need a quick Halloween candle decorating idea.… Read More...
DIY Canvas Map Art
I’m sure you’ve figured out by now that I love maps. I’m always on the look out for some new map craft or home decor project, and today I came across this fun canvas grouping on Creative Juices for Decor. … Read More...
Project: Paper Tree from Scalloped Circles
If you are like me you have TONS of scraps of pretty paper and you just can’t bring your self to throw them out, right? Well this project is perfect for all those lovely, lonely scraps, why not die cut … Read More...
How to Make Christmas Decorations” eBook
Be sure to get over to “favecrafts” and get your FREE “How to Make Christmas Decorations” eBook today. This book is filled with crafts for all type of crafters; so craft yourself a very Merry Christmas.
>18 Homemade Christmas Decorations: … Read More...
Starry Bedroom Light
Inspired by something she had pinned on Pinterest, Tamsyn made this fun star themed light fixture for her son’s bedroom. See the post here at Max and Me — Pinterest Challenge.
Eye candy: tinytoadstool’s berets
See a breathtaking survey of the evolution of tinytoadstool‘s gorgeous embroidered felt berets–a mosaic she created as a portfolio for an exhibition. Go to her post.
White Caramel Inspiration Board
I was literally unwrapping a caramel to eat when I came across this beautiful inspiration board at Postcards & Pretties! I love the neutral yet dreamy feel of this lovely color combination.
Pattern and tutorial: Star ornament
Troublet of The Trouble with Crafting shares another Stashbustin’ Ornament: a folk-art star. Go to her post for the pattern and tute.
Goblin Bread
So I will leave you with at least one last-minute do-able snack idea before you head out and fill up on candy… goblin flatbread. Make it HERE at Martha Stewart.
File Away for Next Year: Glow in the Dark Punch
Dang, it’s too late for this Halloween (cuz stuff has to freeze overnight), so I hope I remember to post this early next year. Or, for any mad scientist or space age or themed party where glow-in-the-dark is very important… … Read More...
Kitty Litter Cake
The kitty litter cake is by far just about the grossest thing I’ve ever seen. I can barely even look at it as I post (maybe because I have three cats?). And thus, perfect for Halloween, yes? Find the recipe … Read More...
AAQI grants for Alzheimers’ research
KerryKatieCakes, who is an active proponent of the Alzheimers’ Art Quilt Initiative, shares a bit of information of how the charity spends its money. You’ll want to read this. Go to her blog post.
Tin Can Utensil Holders
Here’s a fun way to hold your utensils, with recycled cans you’ve used in your kitchen! The DIY Network has several other ideas for fun storage solutions here — Clever Organizers: Can the Clutter : Home Improvement : DIY Network… Read More...
Invent a collection
Jules of Adventures in Thread had a collection of small embroideries she’d done a couple of years ago. What do you do with little tidbits such as those? She put them together into an Edwardian Nature Scrapbook Page, inspired by … Read More...