Its amazing how big round orange produce can brighten any room….especially when they as cute as these tissue paper pumpkins! I am a firm believer that Contact Paper should be in every kids craft cabinet in America….or the world for … Read More...
Spider Pizza Appetizer
This is definitely one spider the arachnophobic me can picture serving as a Halloween appetizer. Easy, too. Find the how-tos HERE at Woman’s Day.
Tidy up your floss
Eniko of il giardino segreto shows us how to tidy our stashes by using clothespins as floss bobbins. The blog is not in English, but it doesn’t matter; you’ll find out everything you need to know from the photos. See … Read More...
Round Mummies
Here’s a fun tutorial that’s very simple and results in a darling Halloween decoration. Easy enough to try with the kids too! Head over to Craftaphile for the how to: Halloween Decor: Mummies.
Making a design your own
Remember the stitched felt flowers tute from Red Brolly? The chicks at A Spoonful of Sugar used Bronwyn’s design as a springboard for this gorgeous giftwrap. Clever girls! See more photos at the blog post.
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Cupcake Zombie Kit
Quick and easy zombie cupcakes, all in one box! So clever. Find the Zombie Cupcake Kit HERE at the Layer Cake Shop.
Spooky inspiration: Junker Jane
Junker Jane‘s monster dolls are lovable any time, and they’re especially appealing as Halloween approaches. See more of her scary cuties at her blog.
Looking for more Halloween Embroidery Patterns? Check these out on Etsy.
Tutorial: Stitch a paper bookmark
Rachel of Lines Across My Face shows us how to create a beautiful fall bookmark by stitching on paper. See the tute.
Rubber Stamped Fabric Pocket Wedding Invitations
If you love a vintage vibe don’t miss this DIY tutorial from the talented ladies at Antiquaria on how to create an entire wedding invitation suite using fabric remnants from old sheets! The tutorial is featured at Oh So Beautiful … Read More...
How to make a recycled paper tube pumpkin
DIY Wedding Favors for Fall
Yummy edible treats like pumpkin seed granola, caramel dipped pears, or chocolate-drizzled popcorn balls offer your wedding guests a twist on the classic fall favorites! Visit Intimate Weddings for the details including packaging ideas.
Giveaway Reminder: Inkadinkado Party Stamps
You’ve still got until Monday to enter to win the huge Party Prize Package of stamps from Inkadinkado. Please click here to go to the original post to enter.
-Heather
Win a CQ pin cushion
To celebrate her birthday, Pat of Bird Nest on the Ground is giving away one of her embellished crazy-quilted creations: this candlestick pin cushion. So pretty! Go to her blog post to enter the draw before October 18.
Tutorial: Pleated wrap skirt
Tanya Whelan from Grand Revival shows how to make a lovely pleated wrap skirt. The wrap gives it a more flexible fit around the waist, making this a great skirt for growing kids. Get the tutorial.
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Tutorial & Template | Halloween Countdown
Are your little ones (or you) impatient for Halloween? Are they asking how many days are left? Why not make a Halloween Countdown (similar to an Advent Calendar)? This tutorial from Sweet Ann includes the template you will need to … Read More...
Cheesey Owl Appetizer
From the Queen of crafty Halloween fare (and I’ll use that phrase every time)… put this one in the “looks amazing but absolutely doable, even easy” category. Make a cheese slice owl appetizer HERE at Hungry Happenings.
Tutorial: Zippered diaper pouch
Roslyn from Sew Delicious shows how she made this large zippered diaper pouch as a last-minute gift for a new baby. The large pouch is a smaller, sleeker alternative to a bulky diaper bag. It’s sized just right to hold … Read More...
Kit’s Charley Harper art quilts for QAL
Ahhh, I’m in love with this art quilt. I own a book called Birds and Words with this very image in it; on my nightstand. It’s one of three art quilts Kit Lang made as part of a Charley Harper … Read More...
Cupcakes. Meatloaf Cupcakes.
Somehow, some way, these meatloaf cupcakes convey a sense of sophistication, yes? And the proportions of meatloaf, mashed potato “icing” and even the gravy drizzle just seem exactly right. I just added to my “must make for dinner” list. Find … Read More...
Feature Your Link at DIY Weddings!
The Autumn Inspiration Challenge continues through the end of October. Do you have a great tutorial, inspiration, or product for handcrafted fall weddings? Don’t forget to add your link to the DIY Weddings Autumn Inspiration Challenge! Click here for … Read More...