I visited my local Farmer’s Market today and spied a lone vendor in the corner. He told me the only thing left in his garden to sell was okra. He had heaps of it so I bought some for my … Read More...
Electric Tart Burner With Timer
Electric tart burners
are perfect for people who can’t have open flames in their homes. For example, I was at a friend’s apartment the other day and she uses an oxygen tank. She misses her candles, but at least she … Read More...
So Cal Flame Surfers Next Meeting
For those of you bead makers in the Southern California area the next So Cal Flame Surfers meeting is September 17th and will be held at CBS, Coatings by Sandberg. Don McKinney will be demoing and CBS usually has … Read More...
Grab a cuppa: Pets on Quilts Show 2011
Cats and dogs are at ease on the quilts we make. And why not, they are with us throughout the creative process. Click HERE, to see SewCalGal’s Pets on Quilts Show 2011.
Piece O’ Cake having a sale on fabric, wool, and more
Becky at Piece O’ Cake Designs blog is giving her faithful blog readers a heads up on a warehouse moving sale. All fabric is 30% off in their shop but that’s not all. They have wool, jewelry and a few … Read More...
Pattern: Little Hexagon Purse by Brigitte Giblin
One purse pattern, two versions. This could certainly burn some of the hexagons I have in my stash not going into a quilt any time soon. What makes the purse – besides the patchwork – is the antique gold purse … Read More...
Polymer Clay Studios
Part of the reason I’m always looking for clay organization and storage solutions is because I’m always looking for how to make my studio work better. This is a shot of the clay area in Mags Bonham’s studio. She’s posted … Read More...
‘Remember’ Box
At least once a day, I tell myself..’I need to remember that’, usually due to something one of the kids says or does. This ‘Remember’ box is a great way to easily record all of those memorable moments. Your children … Read More...
DIY Paper Popsicle Memory Game
This craft is so cute, it would be perfect to bring as a gift to a kid’s birthday party. The photo’s really pop too. I love that you can download the entire project over at Eat Drink Chic. {Project found … Read More...
Rapunzel’s Tower Kid Craft
Here is a great craft for kids to make and then use during their playtime. My girls love putting our blankets on their head and shouting, “Rapunzel! Rapunzel! Let down your hair!” Head on over to Silly Eagle Books for … Read More...
Free Guide to Processing Wool to Make Wool Roving
Free eBook from “Spinning Daily” and discover the exciting process of preparing your own yarn for spinning! Download your FREE eBook today! A Guide to Processing Wool to Make Wool Roving: Washing Wool, Carding Wool, and Combing Wool From … Read More...
10 Best Fairy Tale Books and Crafts for Kids
I wish I had come up with this top 10 list. If you have children who love fairy tales, then this is the ultimate Top 10 for you! One fairy tale on her list is Cinderella, and they link to … Read More...
Submarine Craft
I love that the little girl who made this submarine had to have it pink with yellow windows. That’s the fun of crafting with kids…you never know what they are going to want, and how they will interpret the craft. … Read More...
2×4 Raceway Building Blocks
This is a great craft to encourage imaginary play. Even though I have girls, my husband introduced playing with cars a long time ago. They would love to play with this craft, and with our son not too far behind … Read More...
Trend: Korean patchwork, see some at the MET
Like me, Simply Robin has a thing for Pojagi (Korean patchwork). Go to her blog and scroll down to see two pieces she made plus find out where she learned the technique.
Be inspired by the real thing. If you … Read More...
{Wedding Details} Chevrons
Chevrons add a bold, modern edge to wedding details like invitations, cakes, and more! Check out this post at Polka Dot Bride for lots of chevron inspiration.
Free Sewingpattern: Easy baby doll diaper from felt and Velcro
Jessica from Happy Together shares a free pattern and tutorial on her blog for making a baby doll diaper. Made from craft felt with a simple Velcro closure across the front, they’re super easy and super fast to make. The … Read More...
Sewing Pattern: Insulated laminated and buckled reusable lunch bag
Sew4Home shares a tutorial for making a reusable lunch sack that’s insulated (to keep the food cold), laminated (to make it easy to clean), and buckled (to keep everything inside). A handle at the top makes it easy to carry. … Read More...
Inspiration: “Drought” art quilt
Helen’s Drought spied at Twelve By Twelve. She said she was inspired by photos of refugee camps. Visit her post to read more about it.
Tutorial: Pleated scarf from 20 inches of duck canvas
Rikka from Ricochet and Away! shows how she made this awesome pleated scarf out of duck canvas. You read that right – duck canvas! The pleating and the frayed edges give the heavy fabric a pliability and softnewss you wouldn’t … Read More...