Why, why, why is this just so awesome? A simple jumble of popcorn and cereal and candy. It’s gotta be the eyes
. And that this jumble of popcorn, cereal and candy with eyes totally conveys “monster.” Oh, Halloween. I … Read More...
Quilt author to give away an ‘Unlimited Class Pass’
Maria Peagler of SocialMediaOnlineClasses.com did a guest post at Crafty Gemini where she gives some ideas for how to start a successful crafting business. Part of her success is this book, Color Mastery: 10 Principles for Creating Stunning Quilts. … Read More...
Shirtless men, quilts and burritos | Calendar for 2012
Megan at The Bitchy Stitcher gives you shirtless men, quilts and burritos – all in one awesome calendar. She explains,
I created this calendar as a fundraiser for my brother, who is fighting cancer.
Anyone seen Calendar Girls (2003)? … Read More...
Fall Decorating Inspirations {Weddings}
Pumpkins, pinecones, fall fruits, birch bark, and so much more: if you’re looking for Autumn-inspired wedding decor you’ll love this comprehensive round-up posted at Life of a Vintage Lover!
Tutorial: Fabric storage boxes
Ashley from Make It and Love It shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make fabric storage boxes. They’d be great for organizing a toy room! A window pocket on the front holds holds a label, and a … Read More...
Lookie what she made: Short-sleeved tee turned into a long-sleeved shirt
Little Blue Mouse shows the long-sleeved shirt that she made for herself – refashioned from her husband’s short-sleeved tee. She used extra length on the body of the shirt to piece together the long sleeves. Brilliant!! And I love the … Read More...
Cupcake Camp – Start your own!
Cupcake Camp – for people who love cupcakes.
When: October 23rd, 2011 from 2-5pm
Where: CoTweet, 301 Brannan St, San Francisco
Start your own Cupcake Camp! Here’s how.
Little Acorns Recipe Book Page Holder
Oh my gosh, how cute are these? These are definitely going on my to do list. I love the idea and they are the perfect, inexpensive gift for that cook or baker on your Christmas list. Check out the tutorial … Read More...
Spiderweb Table Runner for Halloween
This bright green, spiderweb-adorned table runner is sure to get noticed when it tops your table at Halloween. Find the instructions here at Better homes & Gardens.
• Graph paper
• Felted wool: green and purple… Read More...
Spiderweb felt Cocktail Coasters
Serve up an Apple Martini at your next Halloween gala on these Spiderweb green felt coasters. They are backed with cork for sturdiness. Find the complete instructions on Better Homes and Gardens.
Tutorial: Pretty pintucked skirt
Lizzie from Cotton & Curls shows how to make her Polka Dot Pintuck Skirt. The rows of pleats around the short full skirt add a pretty detail without being too busy. A piece of wide elastic makes an easy waistband. … Read More...
Tutorial: Take in a pair of kid’s baggy pants
Delia from Delia Creates shows how she takes in a pair of toddler’s cargo pants that are too baggy in the legs. Because of the way she folds the pants, it takes just one cut and one long seam. She … Read More...
How to make a recycled denim pendant
Now I’ve seen (and done) a lot of denim recycling projects but this one is so fresh and new! See a month long series of denim recycling projects over at Michele Made Me and this featured one on how to … Read More...
Tutorial: Scrunch Me Up Headband in adult or baby sizes
Becky from The Barefoot Seamstress shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make her Scrunch Me Up Headband. The stretchy fabric headband is made with rows of elastic thread shirring. She gives the dimensions to make one to … Read More...
Project: Santa Book Mark
Katharina Frei shares a great video tutorial for making an adorable Christmas corner book mark on the Whiff of Joy blog, click here to watch. If you give someone a gift of a book a handmade book mark is a … Read More...
European Crossroads of Patchwork
Evy of Fantaisies Crazy shares exquisite photos of her favorite entries in Le Carrefour Européen du Patchwork de Sainte-Marie-Aux-Mines exhibition. Make a cup of your favorite hot beverage and then check out her blog post. You’re going to want … Read More...
Glass Bottle Picture Frames
This brilliant idea comes from Lines Across My Face. Recycling empty bottles and turning them into photo displays, how unique is that? Love it. Glass Bottle Picture Frames.
Looking for more crafts using picture frames? Check these out
Make a cutwork butterfly
Abbyjane of While She Naps shows us how to create a felt cutwork butterfly using an Exacto knife. These are adorable as-is, and I can easily imagine embellishing them with lots of pretty stitching and beading. Pretty on a hair … Read More...
Boiling Glass
Boiling glass? It doesn’t really “boil” but if you take it up to a rather high temperature, say 1700-1800 degrees you can get it to “boil”. Add bubble powder or baking soda to the bottom layer of glass and heat … Read More...
Stitch a mod sampler
It’s not too late to stitch along with Janet Perry (Nuts About Needlepoint) on her Mod Sampler project. Check out her progress and get links to earlier posts.