Sew4Home shares a tutorial for making a long flat tote bag, perfect for going to and from the gym. The shape is just the right size for an exercise mat, a towel, and a change of clothes. Get the tute… Read More...
Confetti Pop Tart Pops
Chocolate Rice Krispies treat pops coated with Confetti Cake Pop-Tarts. Yep, sounds like a CakeSpy find. Learn to make them HERE at the Pop Tarts site.
Tutorial: Use a leggings pattern to make little kid yoga pants
Head over to Project Run and Play for a tutorial showing how to adapt a kids’ leggings pattern to create a pair yoga pants. The flared leg is an easy alteration and creates a whole new look for the pants. … Read More...
Union Jack Pallet Coffee Table
As soon as I saw this I loved it. There’s a lot of pallet repurposing going on out there, but the Union jack design it was really drew me in. That’s what made this one different. Love it! Head over … Read More...
Project: Stamped Candle
I adore this shabby chic gift idea! The Nunu Toolies blog shares directions for a stamped candle and matching gift bag with a Paris theme using stamps from Just Rite and dies from Spellbinders, click here for the details.
-Heather
Rice Krispies Treats Football Jerseys
Football. It’s about that time, right? (I really wouldn’t have any idea.) Find step-by-step how-tos to make football jersey pops from Rice Krispies treats HERE at Mega Crafty. (And New England Patriots non-fans needn’t worry, I’m sure you can … Read More...
Apple-Shaped Apple Cupcakes
Apple cupcakes shaped like apples? So easy, too. See how they are made HERE at Make and Takes.
Felt and ribbon cupcake gift boxes tutorials
What a stunning statement these gifts boxes would make for any occasion when you are presenting a small gift. I love them all. Heidi of “SEW.CRAFT.CREATE” is sharing her tutorial with us and I want to thanks her for her … Read More...
Monster Cupcakes!!
Looooving the near-infinite variations of monster cupcakes from makoodle. Find close-ups and see what candy can do what HERE at makoodle. Thanks for the find, Amanda!
New pattern from The Split Stitch
Sara of The Split Stitch has released her new Nursing School embroidery pattern with a rockin introductory price: 50% off! She says,
… Read More...They really apply to just about anyone in the healthcare industry. Doctors, nurses, hospital volunteers, paramedics, medical billing,
DIY Watercolor Bridesmaid Cards
Sarah Montes designed beautiful watercolor cards for inviting someone to be your bridesmaid! A step by step tutorial can be found at Glamour & Grace including free downloads for the card design and envelope template.
Gold Thumbtack Pumpkins
Make these beautiful pumpkins using gold thumbtacks. Head over to madigan made for the tutorial – Gold Thumbtack Covered Pumpkins for Fall.
Mason Jar Candle Centerpiece
I definitely have a thing for mason jars, so I was utterly smitten by this stunning centerpiece featuring dozens of gleaming mason jars with candles! Get all the details at Emmaline Bride. So romantic and ideal for a cozy … Read More...
Goldwork basics
Christa Evans of LilyStitch runs down some of the threads and stitches used in goldwork. Go to her post.
Easy Ornament Frames
Delicious Wedding Cake Alternatives
Bubby & Bean shares delicious ideas for alternatives to the traditional wedding cake. I was so taken with this tower of donuts from Voodoo Doughnuts in Portland, Oregon! What a sweet idea for a fall wedding brunch served alongside hot … Read More...
No-sew tapestry
You may have seen this tutorial (it was posted in October 2010), but it’s new to me! Michele of The Scrap Shoppe knocked off a Pottery Barn tapestry pillow for her home. The most interesting part to me: Her technique … Read More...
How to make a recycled plastic knife starburst wreath
I love the 50’s look of this wall decoration, not to mention that it’s made from something a simple as plastic knives. See Katie’s tutorial on how to make a plastic knife starburst wreath at her blog The Childhood List.
Inspiration: Jane LaFazio
Jane LaFazio of JaneVille created this work, Memories of the Silk Road, from “prayer flags (the Tibetan kind) and bits of silk and all hand stitched.” Her close-up photos invite study and awe. See more at her blog post.
Tutorial: Three ways to make bias tape
Bias tape is a little bit like a sewing magic trick. It’s made from a woven cotton, but the fact that it’s cut on the bias makes it stretchy. It wraps around the edge of a piece of fabric (even … Read More...