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These bracelets you make yourself come from bits and pieces of yarn and old broken chains. What would they cost to make? Oh, maybe 4 bucks. What does Anthropologie charge? Are you sitting down?
These are pretty, … Read More...
This is the cutest ideas from Christine of “On My Honor” three sisters, one little blog, needle felted this darling toadstool rattle for a friend’s daughter and she is not too sure suitable for a baby. Christine questions: “I felted … Read More...
These are very pretty. You won’t be able to drink out of them, or put water in them with this method. However, if you use this method on the outside they will make pretty vases. For a more permanent solution … Read More...
This is a very easy to follow Felted dog tutorial that is posted on the official blog of the Etsy Russian Team. I have never seen a needle felting tutorial presented in this way and I think if you … Read More...
Click here to download a cute free digi owl from Loo-Loo designs. (please note the site is in Norwegian and you’ll need to translate to read, but not to download ;))
-Heather
Looking for more Owl themed papers, stamps and … Read More...
Go Betty Crocker with your TV-lovin’ recipes. You see, Betty, I love TV, too. Check out these TV-inspired foods for the new Fall season HERE at Betty Crocker, including Slushee Cupcakes (Glee, I s’pose) and “You Be The Judge”… Read More...
This is a simple project with an impressive look. Even the kids can help make these pretty hanging vases from glass jars. Get the how to over at GardenMama — Hanging Window Vase Tutorial.
Karen of Sew Many Ways shares a tip that is absolute genius. See the little clamp in the photos above? It’s a tool available in the paint department of home improvement stores. You’re supposed to clamp it onto your paint … Read More...
abbeychristine of clever crafts blog created these felt-applique and embroidery fingerpuppets of The Golden Girls, complete with cheesecake! Adorable and accurate captures of the characters’ personalities. The set is her contribution to this year’s Plush You exhibition. Get more details … Read More...
Lainie from Maker*Land shows how to make tissue pouches that are as cute as they are practical. She says they’re for the kiddoes, but seriously – I’d carry one around in my purse. And probably sneeze a whole lot just … Read More...
Michelle of A Can of Crafty Curiosities created this fan stitchery for a hoopla swap on Craftster. Starting from an origami-paper design, Michelle added images and improvised stitch combinations, ending with a composition that is a rich visual treat. See … Read More...
Add a bit o’ sophistication to the witch hat… Learn to craft these gorgeous witch hats (filled with a candy surprise) HERE at Mega Crafty.
Aweeeee! These are just too cute! I know you need a pair, I do. Pop on over to Casey’s blog Laughs and Crafts 4 Mom to check out her detailed tutorial on how to make recycled plastic bottle cap pumpkin … Read More...
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ust cuz it’s always about me… I just made some lollipops, and I had a problem with my circles not having a mold, and someone wisely suggested googly eyes. If ooooonly I spotted this post from Maker*Land first. … Read More...
Even candy Lego men on sticks like to wear costumes for Halloween… Find tips on making Halloween candy Lego men HERE at Sugar Swings!.
Susan Lenz of Art in Stitches has completed Anonymous, the art quilt she created as part of her artist residency at Hot Springs National Park, Arkansas. The photo shown here, which details the kantha-like stitching of the quilt’s background, is … Read More...
Head over to Design Sponge to find out how to make this envelope style sunglasses pouch. Theirs is made from leather, but you could also make it from vinyl. Get the how-to.
Does the idea of changing the thread on your serger bring about fits of anxiety? Jessica from Running With Scissors shares a video tutorial showing the easy way to do it. Rather than breaking out the threading diagram and the … Read More...
Jars filled with handmade recipe mixes make great Christmas presents for the neighbors, coworkers, teachers, and friends on your gift giving list. Linda from Craftaholics Anonymous guest blogs at Skip To My Lou with a tutorial showing how to make … Read More...
Jill from Made It On Monday guest blogs in the Handmade Dress Up series at The Train To Crazy with a tutorial showing how to make a yoda costume for a baby. May the force be with your cute little … Read More...
