Ahoy, matey. Me sources (me old man) tell me it’s National Talk Like a Pirate Day. Aaarr, land lubbers, fill your bung hole with some grog, swashbuckle on over to the galley, and make some merry sweet treats to … Read More...
Tutorial: No-sew mums
Rachel of Lines Across My Face shares a tutorial for no-sew felt pompom mums. Go to the tute.
Pattern pick: Whirlygigs Quilt at Indygo Junction
Tammy Gilley created this quilt design for Indygo Junction. The larger than normal blocks make it a great choice for showing off large scale and/or graphic fabrics, so modern. Available for sale at Indygo Junction for $9.99 USD. Click HERE … Read More...
Semi-tutorial: Bean bags
Megan of The Crafty CPA shares her tree sketch and the link to the tutorial that inspired her four-seasons bean bags. She provides enough instructions for most stitchers to be able to create some on their own. Go to her … Read More...
Giveaway Winner! “The Sweater Chop Shop “USA only
I am pleased to announce that Sandy #97 is the winner of this giveaway “The Sweater Chop Shop“! I want to thank everyone that entered and the next book giveaway is “Knitter’s Life List” and I just received it in … Read More...
How to make a recycled croquet mallet coat rack
Well, I think this is my first recycled croquet mallet recycling project! Yippie! Thanks go out to Laura of the blog Small Good Hearth for sending in her funny (yes there is actual humor) tutorial on how to make a … Read More...
Chocolate Spider Pops
And coincidentally, I also happened to post on piped chocolate spiders today, too. (Though Amanda’s certainly puts mine to shame!) Find the how-tos for chocolate spider pops HERE.
Inspiration: Sew Sweet Stitches
These little brooches by Sew Sweet Stitches are a fresh take on traditional patchwork. Felt applique and embroidery in rockin modern color combos. Check out her blog post.
Ed. note: Sew Sweet Stitches neither requested nor compensated this post.
Dry-Erase Shadowbox Wall Calendar
Need a little organization in your life? Or maybe you need a Christmas gift idea for that organized (or disorganized!) person on your list? Get the step by step instructions to make your own over at Sisteroo — Dry-Erase Shadowbox … Read More...
Dress Up Doll Cookies (That Kids Actually Dress Up)
Paper doll decorated cookies that come with fondant clothes for dress up? My 4-year old would swoon. Learn to make them HERE at Bubble and Sweet. And be sure to keep your eye out for the Bubble and Sweet … Read More...
Tutorial: Snowman ornament
Troublet of The Trouble with Crafting continues her series of stash-busting handmade Christmas ornaments with this cute snowman. Check out her tute.
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Candy Corn Cheesecake Mousse
So I was wrong. I don’t have four candy corn posts, I have five. While I was HERE, I spotted a link to this recipe for candy corn cheesecake mousse HERE at Glorious Treats. Yum times five.
Candy Corn Meringues
And fourth, candy corn meringues! Love these beauts. Learn to make them HERE at Confessions of a Cookbook Queen.
Slice and Bake Candy Corn Cookies
Third, let’s move to the cookie. How about some slice and bakes. Find the recipe HERE at the Sweet Adventures of SugarBelle.
Candy Corn Bugle Snack Mix
Next up (and in no particular order): Candy Corn Bugle Snack Mix. O’ Bugles. We have a long history, you and I. Remember? Middle school? Anyway, turn Bugles into candy corn, then mix them all up with other salty things … Read More...
Candy Corn Waffles
OK… I have about 500 candy corn-themed ideas for you. Well, more like four. But still. That’s a lot of candy corn. First up, waffles! Learn to make them HERE at Random Thoughts of a SUPERmom!.
Opportunity: Artist in residence
From Fiber Art Calls for Entry:
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Milwaukee, WIThe Pfister Hotel’s Artist-In-Residence program features a working art studio and gallery and is open to hotel guests and visitors to enjoy. Long known for its expansive Victorian art
Tutorial: Make baby or toddler leggings out of adult t-shirt sleeves
When you refashion a long-sleeved tee, the sleeves are often left over as scrap. Why not use sleeves from an adult-sized shirt to make a pair of leggings for a toddler or baby? Sara from Craft Snob shows how to … Read More...
Tutorial: Sewing with knit fabrics
If you’ve been avoiding sewing on stretch knit fabrics, Prudent Baby shares a tutorial that will help you take the plunge. They start with an explanation of how a knit fabric differs from a woven, and then explain how you … Read More...
Tutorial: Burlap fall bunting
The Barefoot Seamstress shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make a burlap bunting for autumn. The letters on her bunting spell out the word “fall” and are accented with colorful buttons. Cute! Get the how-to.
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