I’ve had pretty good luck with the polymer clay community. As a rule, they are some of the nicest, most sharing people you will ever meet. Melody of Melody O Designs on ArtFire has been one of those. Add to … Read More...
And They Eat These!
Some like to munch on these, in their natural form. I’m not one of them. Slugs/Snails… YUCK!!
From the On My Honor Blogspot, HERE
Tutorial: Scrunchie Wreath for fall
Jennifer Brasher from Two Butterflies shows how to make her Scrunchie Wreath for fall. The wreath form is actually an inexpensive embroidery hoop. She covered it with a tube of gathered fabric, and embellished with a handful of crocheted fabric … Read More...
Tutorial: Scrappy fabric flower headband
Nikki from Nature’s Heirloom guest blogs at My Own Road with a tutorial showing how to make a scrappy fabric flower headband. It’s a simple project but oh, so pretty. I’m loving the raw edges on the pleated flower, and … Read More...
Tutorial: Itty bitty fabric hair scrunchies
Sara from Craft Snob shares a tutorial over at Momtastic showing how to make an itty bitty fabric scrunchy. The tiny little scrunchies are perfect for fixing little girls’ hair. They take just a tiny strip of fabric to make, … Read More...
Zombie Cupcake
Yikes. Zombies emerging from cupcakes? Is nothing sacred? Learn to make them HERE at Zombie Wagon.
Frozen Ghost Vodka
Frozen Ghost Vodka. What could be a better drink to serve for Halloween? Find the story of it HERE, spotted on Incredible Things.
Broomstick Pretzel Treats
Look! Meg of Mega Crafty has a whole site devoted to Halloween ideas, aptly named Mega Spooky. Learn to make these broomsticks from pretzels, Rice Krispies treats, chocolate and candy HERE.
Freebie: Witch Digital Stamp
Creepy Cute Stamps shares a fun free witch digi on their blog .(note: it’s on the left hand side bar).
-Heather
Looking for more digital stamps and SVG files? We love using the Design bundle to download our digital stamps. … Read More...
The Well Mannered Pumpkins DIY for $2 each!
I ran across the “Artsy VaVa” blog and fell in love with these charming art pumpkins and had to share them with you. Paper is fiber. . .and I am going to make one of these because I have the … Read More...
Halloween Treats from Store-Bought Candy and Cookies
Find a roundup of kid-friendly treats and crafts for Halloween HERE at All You, including these candy witch hats and broomsticks and these critters made from Yodels and candy.
Maple Felt Leaf Pillow Tutorial
What a stunning statement this will make to welcome your guests during the fall season while resting in an easy chair with this lovely pillow comforting their back and sipping on some hot cider. This project tutorial comes from Better … Read More...
Sparkling spiders
Oh,my! Even if you’re not a fan of spiders, you must see the array of jeweled versions that Kathy Shaw (Shawkl) has created! Go to her blog post.
Apple and Pumpkin Marshmallow Pops
Thought I’d share my latest for Fall with you: Sparkly apple and pumpkin marshmallow pops. These are crazy easy to make. I made the pumpkins for Celebrations, and then switched up the colors to make apples.
How to make a Halloween bat out of a recycled egg carton
I bet there is nothing that can’t be cute-ified with some wigglie eyes. Katelyn of the blog Domestic Charm has sent in her tutorial on how to make a Halloween bat out of a recycled egg carton if you want … Read More...
More on working with flat silk
Mary Corbet of Needle ‘n’ Thread has posted a follow-up to Anne Gomes’ guest post about working with flat silk thread. Check out her excellent tips.
“Food of the Rainbow” Photography Shoot
I’ve posted about many, many edible rainbows on this site. Many. Many cakes, cupcakes, JellO, candy, parties, treats, favors, cocktails… all rainbows. I did once even post on rainbow bacon. This is the first rainbow burger I’ve ever seen, … Read More...
Stitch bombing in Philadelphia
I think most of us who hang out on the web are familiar with yarn bombing by now–a spontaneous community art form in which objects such as fences, trees, and sculptures are enrobed in knitted or crocheted covers. MarieE of … Read More...
How To Smock on gingham
Stephanie Hung of The Crafts Dept. (MarthaStewart.com) suggests smocking on gingham for beginners. She says,
… Read More...The squares in the gingham pattern act as sewing guides so you can make perfectly spaced stitches. As the thread makes knots in the front,
Colonial embroidery exhibit in Boston
Tricia of The Embroiderer’s Story gives us the heads-up about a don’t-miss-it embroidery exhibit. She says,
… Read More...Today the last of the three exhibits on Colonial Boston Embroideries at the Museum of Fine Arts Boston opened. The third installment is focused