When I first saw the word biscornu, I thought it was a new type of cruller or flaky pastry.
Tutorial: Jack’s Hills Quilt
Mary Lane Brown from The Tulip Patch shows how she made this twin sized quilt at the Moda Bake Shop. She used a shortcut for the top and the backing. Click HERE for recipe.
Rocking Chair Chart
This free chart brings to mind Dolly and Porter singing to one another that they will “stand by you through our rocking years”
And no, I am not old enough to remember them singing that back in the day. I … Read More...
High fashion and style quilt blocks
Make a quilt the fashionistas in your life will approve, with a modern Mola quilt block in the mix. Spied at tuesdayrose.
But that’s not all. Check out this 1960 pink Cadillac, also at tuesdayrose.
Interweave’s Colorways Fall 2011
Colorways – Artisan Hues in Fiber and Fabric
This issue focuses on natural des and colors. Pages and pages of dyeing and coloring. Learn 2 different ways to make an indigo vat. Learn how to use lichens to create color.… Read More...
How to Decorate a Mirror with Tile
Here’s a great way to jazz up a plain mirror. Add small tiles around the frame. Don’t have a frame? There’s a tute for that as well! Head over to Sand & Sisal for the how to — Decorate a … Read More...
Tutorial: Sturdy, semi-see-through templates for quilting, sewing and applique
Ansie at sol y sombra shares how she makes durable, semi-see-through templates for quilting, applique and other sewing needs. Click HERE to see how she does it.
Image via sol y sombra
How To: Felt Scrap Bracelets
How charming are these Felt Scrap Bracelets? I think this is something my 13 year old GD can do in her school colors or seasonal colors. She lives with me and has the patience’s of a Gnat, but maybe when … Read More...
DIY Royal Icing Candy Eyes
You know how I keep saying eyes are everywhere this Halloween? (here and here and here) Even I bought that pack of candy eyes
at the craft store and went nuts. (here and here and here and … Read More...
Candy Corn Colored Popcorn
I don’t even think I knew how to color popcorn. Find the secret and make this super-cool snack for Halloween HERE at Cookies and Cups.
Looking for some amazing Popcorn flavors? Check out these yummy and amazing variety of… Read More...
Quick tip for labeling floss
Monica of Happy Zombie has a tip for labeling your embroidery floss with the color number quickly and easily. See her post.
Pumpkin Pie Shots from Pumpkin Pie-Infused Vodka
Also, there’s a mason jar involved, so you know I’m in. Learn to make them HERE at 1 Fine Cookie.
Krispie Crunchy Bones
“Krispie Crunchy Bones”…. sounds like me in a few years. Learn to make these Rice Krispie and candy skulls and bones HERE at Cute as a Fox.
DIY Flower Girl Fairy
A flower girl fairy in a fluffy skirt will be sure to win the heart of your prospective attendant! Christina at Intimate Weddings shows how to make these fluttery charmers step-by-step. Click here for all the details.
Win every issue of Threads
Threads blog is giving away a copy of Threads Magazine Archive, 1985-2011 on DVD. The post says,
… Read More...Would you like to be able to search for that article you remember reading months ago in Threads, but forget the title
Tutorial: Use shirring to take in a neckline
Debbie from Squiggly Twigs Designs reworked a tunic dress to fit her daughter. The only problem was that the tunic’s neckline was too big. Her solution was to use shirring to gather it in, and she shares a tutorial telling … Read More...
Free Printable: 3D Pumpkin Decoration or Cake Topper
Too adorable as a cake or cupcake topper… Find the free printable and how-tos to make your own 3-D paper pumpkins for decorations, placecards or cake toppers HERE at Party Planning Center.
Black Kitties–fiber jewels
Beautiful, whimsical, and seasonal. This new fiber necklace from rRradionica is called Black Kitties. See more photos at her blog post.
How to upcycle plain witch hats with a bit of this and that
Do you like make your costume parts just the way you like them in your favorite colors? Well the daughter of the blogger behind Choose to Thrive did just that. See how to upcycle a plain witch hat available all … Read More...
Giveaway: Premier issue of Stitch Craft Create, plus sewing goodies
The premier issue of Stitch Craft Create will be hitting the newstands on Tuesday, October 18, 2011. The cover looks absolutely yummy, doesn’t it? To celebrate, Craft Buds has a Q & A with their new editor, Shannon Miller. They’re … Read More...