Annelise from Quilter.dk made this patchwork calendar cover and embellished it with a red flower applique. Nice. Visit her Post: Kalenderomslag to read more.
John Adams’ Blogger’s Choice Fat Quarter Bundle
John at Quilt Dad is participating in the Fat Quarter Shop’s Blogger’s Choice Bundle series and this is his bundle. Great job on the colors and patterns. Visit his Post: My Bloggers’ Choice Fat Quarter Bundle to read more. Plus, … Read More...
“Why Quilts Matter” documentary series on PBS
Jo at Major Thoughts got to see a preview copy of Why Quilts Matter: History, Art & Politics – a nine-part documentary series on PBS this fall. She had this to say,
… Read More...I was especially pleased that Why Quilts Matter
A Clay Back-to-School Doll
Back to school is just around the corner here and there’s a certain young lady who’s less thrilled than this sweet doll about it all here. You should check out the rest of the expressive, whimsical dolls in Xpression Dolls… Read More...
S’mores Bonfire Cupcakes
Aaagh! Cupcake on fire! And there are s’mores roasting on there, too. Learn to make ’em HERE at Sweetology.
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Looking for more ideas for Smores? Check out this S’mores cookbook… Read More...
Worm Rice Krispies Treats
T
urn worms cute with Rice Krispies treats. Learn to make them HERE at Family Fun.
Tutorial: Awesome Amy Cardigan with gathered shoulders and blanket stitched neckline
Shannon from luvinthemommyhood shows how to make her Awesome Amy Cardigan out of a stretch knit fabric. It’s part of her Sewing With Knits Mondays series (co-hosted with Anna from Noodlehead). The lightweight wrap is perfect for the cooler … Read More...
Tutorial: Summer Romper Pajamas
Destri from The Mother Huddle shares a tutorial for making what she calls “the best summer pajamas ever.” I agree – these may be the best summer pajamas ever. They’re a one piece sleeveless romper, made from a stretch knit … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Summertime Racerback Dress for girls
LiEr from ikat bag shares a 3-part tutorial on her blog for making a racerback dress for a little girl. The front of the dress is a classic tank dress with a gathered skirt. The back of the dress has … Read More...
Vote for the Craft Stars!
Crafting with the Stars, run by Tam at Sew Dang Cute, is in its 3rd fabulous season. I participated as a contestant in Season One and my star partner was Amy of Mod Podge Rocks!. Now I have … Read More...
New Release: Distress Stains
Tim Holtz shares a video with tips, tricks and techniques for using his cool new Distress Stains available from Ranger Ink. I love the Picket Fence stain, it gives a wonderful white wash effect!
-Heather
Giveaway: Inspirations in Design for the Creative Quilter book
Lynn Koolish at C&T Publishing Blog is giving away a copy of Katie Pasquini Masopust’s new book, Inspirations in Design for the Creative Quilter: Exercises Take You From Still Life to Art Quilt. Katie’s approach to quilting is painterly, so … Read More...
New cross-stitch alphabet
This new free alphabet from Brodyzen Créations includes separate charts for the border and for each of the letters so you can combine them as you wish. It’s not a series of posts–you can download the whole alphabet now. Go … Read More...
Wool Roving PomPoms Free Tutorial
Fiona Duthie of “Fiona Duthie fiber color texture” Has been making these Wool Roving PomPoms for years and she loves them! They are so fast and easy to make, and have lots of great craft applications! They look so soft … Read More...
Tutu adorable
I thought I already had the maximum possible love for Mimi Kirchner‘s tattooed ladies and gentlemen. But this doll makes me swoon anew. Just look at that tutu! Perfection! See more of Mimi’s work at her Doll blog.
Kitchen Backsplash Mosaic – Before and After – from Curbly
I love the DIY spirit over at Curbly. Have you been over there? I’ve posted a few projects from them over here. It’s a very design oriented site that gives you ideas and projects to decorate or remodel with. … Read More...
Autumn Gatherings is available
The autumn issue of Pat Winter‘s Crazy Quilt Gatherings magazine is available now from MagCloud. Included is a dimensional bunny tute by our beloved Kathy Shaw. Go to Pat’s blog post for the link.
Awesome Rainbow Heart Cake
I made a rainbow cake this weekend for my daughter’s rainbow party. I’ve posted on the original rainbow cake. And I’ve posted on lots of Amanda’s secret-inside cakes. Well, this rainbow heart cake from Bakingdom is such a … Read More...
Inspiration: Ati
This stunning, delicate tone-on-tone crazy-quilt block was created by Ati of Ati’s little world. See the whole project at her blog post.
How to recycle diaper boxes into cute and sturdy storage
All you moms out there that are in the same boat as Sheri of the blog Awesome Sauce A**hattery with lots of empty diaper boxes lurking around check out the great idea and tutorial she came up with for turning … Read More...