We’re currently enjoying (that may be a stretch) our first snow fall here in the Canadian prairies. Of course, that means I had to go looking for snow inspired polymer clay work! All of these treats are from Flickr, always … Read More...
And St. Nicholas Too!
Newsy: Fun with Henry Glass
Barbara from QuiltSoup announces a Jolly Holiday Party given by Henry Glass. There will be prizes aplenty along with special projects and activities. The dates are Nov 13-21. QuiltSoup says they will post details Friday.
Printable Snowman Christmas Chocolate Candy Bar Wrappers
This free printable is for a Snowman Candy Bar Wrapper. This wrapper fits onto store-bought candy chocolate bars. You can then hand out these DIY handmade Christmas chocolates. These Christmas Chocolate wrappers fit on the Aldi chocolates as well as … Read More...
Grab a cuppa: Quilts for kids
I spied this darling closeup of a quilt block on the Wrapped in Hope Flickr group. All quilts shown here were sewn by volunteers and given to a child in the program. Go HERE to see more. Wrapped … Read More...
Tutorial: Spiral cowl neck
Pam from Fashion Sewing Supply and Off the Cuff Sewing Style shows how to create this beautiful spiral cowl neck. It’s made in much the same way as a simple cowl or turtleneck, but with a clever twist. Get thet … Read More...
Tutorial: Ruffled messenger bag
Susan from Joyful Mom of Many made this gorgeous ruffled messenger bag. She shares a tutorial explaining how she adapted the basic messenger bag instrutions on I Make Stuff to create her ruffled version. Get the ruffled messenger bag tutorial … Read More...
Good Stinks Flameless Candles
Good Stinks specializes in flameless candles, tarts (melts), tart warmers and candle warmers. If you’re worried about flames but love scented candles, this is a nice alternative. Their pillars are actually real wax shells with battery operated tea lights inside.… Read More...
Tutorial: How to patch holey knees on kid’s jeans
Active children put some serious wear on their jeans, particularly on the knees. Often the knees will get worn out long before the rest of their jeans. Cintia from My Poppet shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to … Read More...
Beer Bottle Chandelier
How’s this for a beautiful way to recycle beer and glass soda bottles? Insert some lights and you have instant ambiance. Love it. See it over at Jane Deere — Chandabeer or Beerdalier.
Petit Chien Blanc
Felt Turkey Handprints Instructions
Shannon of “coffey creations for kids” made these precious turkeys from her children’s handprints and she is giving us complete instructions for these little darlings. What a absolutely wonderful idea. Shannon tells us: “Seem too complicated, or you just aren’t … Read More...
Foods Stuffed with Other Foods
I think babble gets the award for “best ideas for food round-ups.” Find a roundup of foods stuffed with other foods HERE at babble, including peanut butter stuffed cake pops, bacon stuffed pancakes, and (wow, carbs) mac n’ cheese … Read More...
Tip: Coloring with Distress Inks
Elizabeth Allan shares some great tips about coloring your stamped images with Rangers Distress Inks on glossy paper. The big pow of color she got is really beautiful!
-Heather
DIY Carnival Marquee Letters
Lighted Outdoor Christmas Baskets
What a pretty way to dress up your porch or driveway. Doesn’t the snow make for a magical back drop? Head over to Better Homes and Gardens to get the details — Magical Outdoor Christmas Lights.
“Pumpkin Pie” Cookies
These may not taste anything like actual pumpkin pie, but they are handheld, easier to make and stackable. So they have their pros. Made by yours truly, find the full tutorial HERE at Celebrations.
The wonderful world of wool
A picture is worth thousands of words and years. Check out this enlightening article on the history of wool on “Knitting Daily” by Kathleen Cubley. Taken from the article, Kathleen relates to us: “I’ve just returned from a trip to … Read More...
Artoo Tutu | Flickr – Photo Sharing!
This R2D2 tutu costume is a thing of beauty. I want one!!!!! Love
Book Page Rosette Wreath
394 book pages. That’s what it took for Megan of Brassy Apple to make this beautiful rosette wreath. Head over to Brassy Apple to see this beauty — Brassy Apple: 394 pages.