Abby from Sew Much Ado shows how to make a pretty gathered canopy for a baby’s car seat. The fabric cover is gathered on to a middle panel and is finished off with ric rac around the edges. Get the … Read More...
Brownies in Eggshells
Every time I post anything related to food-near-eggs I get comments about the safety factor, and fair enough, but you have to admit, this is very cool and simply gorgeous. Learn to make brownies in eggs HERE at La Receta … Read More...
More handmade ornaments
Here are more of the cute designs in vintage umbrella‘s handmade ornament series:
Freebies | Holiday Printables
All these holiday printables (Thanksgiving and Christmas) are available as free downloads from Design Editor as part of a special Font Friday Blog Hop. Click here to go to the downloads.
Are you looking for more Christmas Holiday papers… Read More...
Tutorial: Layered fabric flower brooch with beaded center
Carmen from RoCa and Company shows how to make a lovely fabric flower brooch. It’s made from layers and layers of fabric, with tiny beads stitched into the center. Get the tutorial.
[photo from RoCa and Company]
Guest Post: Christmas Candle Chandelier
I’ve featured several projects from today’s guest poster. Her name is Connie and she runs the blog Salvage Savvy. I’m excited to share this project with you today, isn’t it beautiful?? I am just smitten with it! Connie is going … Read More...
Seamless Crochet
Kristin Omdahl fans will be pleased to know that she has just released a new crochet book, Seamless Crochet, described as “techniques and motifs for join-as-you-go-designs.”
I can’t think of anyone who has told me that they’re in love … Read More...
Team Jacob Cheesecake and Edward Cullen Quesadilla
Taking your Breaking Dawn celebration to a whole new level of artistic sophistication, yes? Templates included. Make Edward Cullen quesadillas HERE at Hungry Happenings and Team Jacob cheesecake HERE.
Peppermint Rice Krispies Treats
It’s the candy cane hook for the rim of your mug that got me with these. Make peppermint Rice Krispies treats HERE at She Wears Many Hats.
Felt-applique hoops for holiday decorating
These little Christmasy hoops by Laura of Bugs and Fishes have me humming winter holiday songs already. I love clean, simple, evocative designs. And the slight twist on traditional colors–the inclusion of lime green–adds to the modern feel. The hoops … Read More...
Tutorial | Digital 2-Page Autumn Layout
Candice Windham shares how she made this 2-page digital layout celebrating Autumn. Click here to see the tutorial.
Vulcan Bun Needle Felted Doll by Woolykins
Woolykins on Etsy needle felts various nerdy bunnies. Here is a vulcan one. the Bride of Frankenbun one is excellent too!
Inspiration du Jour | I’m Grateful For
Video Quilt Along with Crafty Gemini
Vanessa from Crafty Gemini is hosting a Video Sampler Quilt Along on her blog. Join her as she walks you through making 12 Blocks, with the first one posted today, see below.
Go to intro and instructions for Block One… Read More...
Spirit of 96 ShinDig at Pacific Art Glass!!
I know it’s short notice since this is tomorrow, Tuesday Nov 15 and Wednesday Nov 16, but if you’re in the Los Angeles area there are good glass times ahead over at Pacific Art Glass. I’ve copied their copy … Read More...
Last day doll quilt contest | Sew, Mama, Sew!
Heads up. Today is the last day to enter Sew, Mama, Sew’s Doll Quilt Contest. The contest is part of the kick-off activities surrounding the release of the book, Pretty in Patchwork:Doll Quilts by Cathy Gaubert for Lark Crafts. Go … Read More...
Andes del Campo from Knit Picks
So I scored some of Knit Picks newest yarn, Andes del Campo.
This is a lofty 2 ply almost but not quite chunky (kind of like a thick worsted weight), wonderfully heathery yarn. I’m knitting my new favorite quick pattern,… Read More...
Tutorial – Easy Knit and Sew Pillow
Home dec is in. Home dec is cool and it’s so easy when you know how to knit. This pillow is super simple and you can dish it up, your style.
Hone your knitting and sewing skills with this easy … Read More...
Mosaic Monday: Decorating Your Thanksgiving Table
1. napkin-rings, 2. Thanksgiving OOAK pumpkin picture photo holder
I realize this is a bit of a niche topic – Thanksgiving table decorations made from polymer clay – but the above are a couple of examples! You could make … Read More...
Colorful Framed Photos
I love the way all these colorful frames look on this wall. What a great way to display family photos. Check out the display at Small and Chic in Cville: Organic Bloom frames.