Over at the Condo-Blues blog I found a how-to for creating a fabulous wine glass chandelier. It was inspired by a $6000. martini glass chandelier and I think she did a nice job…if you don’t have a bunch of wine … Read More...
Clothkits
This company in the UK sells clothing kits. Cute A-line skirts and vintage inspired tea dresses.
Check it out here: Clothkits
DIY Nail Softener And Cuticle Exfoliant
Perfect for dissolving any dead skin whilst nourishing the nail bed. Why not treat yourself to a pamper session at home on the couch right now.
YOU WILL NEED…..
2 tablespoons pineapple juice
1 tablespoon raw egg yolk
DO YOU RECOGNIZE THIS AFGHAN?
A friend is looking for the source of this pretty baby afghan. It’s very similar to one of several patterns that include ‘Flower Garden’ in the names. I have seen this exact afghan before but worked in different colors. If … Read More...
Table to Ottoman Redo
This is actually a redo of a redo. The first redo was pretty darn impressive, and now it has a sleek modern look that’s chic and beautiful. Check out this Table to Ottoman Redo at Recaptured Charm.
Family Rules Sign
Make a family rules sign from a farm-stand style wooden sign and stencil your last name and rules for the family on with a Sharpie. Check it out at Love Affair With My Brother… Family Rules.
Accordion Magazine Clock
This fun clock was made by folding up an IKEA catalog accordion style and gluing it to a disk. Fun stuff! See the Accordion-style recycled magazine clock at La Casa de Crafts.
Tutorial: Tree Pillow with heart-shaped leaves
Here’s a lovely find on Pinterest tonight, a Tree Pillow that won second place in Sew Mama Sew!’s Pillow Contest. Made by Adelaide Lemonade, she generously shares how she made it on her blog. Get the know-how.
Moonspirit’s owl baby quilt is so sweet
“How Big is the Sky” baby quilt by Moon Spirit Studios Etsy. The maker describes it,
Mama and Baby owl perch together on a leafy branch under the full moon.
What sets this quilt apart is the sweet conversation … Read More...
Inspiration: Turquoise and Circles quilt
I’m sending some quilt love out to Peppermint Pinwheels Etsy on her Turquoise and Circles quilt. The wagon wheels are traditional, old-fashioned even, but the overall feel of the quilt is modern. I love it.
Via Craftgawker Quilts Gallery.
Looking … Read More...
Book Review – Silly Sandwiches
A whole slew of them. Find them HERE at babble, from this fun-sounding book, Insanewiches (the site from which, by the way, I first posted about back in ’09.)
With its … Read More...
Tutorial: Painted canvas chair cushion
Prudent Baby shows how to make painted canvas chair cushions. The handpainted canvas gives an artistic edge to the square cushions. I’m loving her choice of colors – the yellow, the turqouise, and that fabulous pop of pink! Get the … Read More...
Tutorial: Ruffled denim skirt from upcycled jeans
Sibylle from Funkytime shows how to turn a pair of jeans into this cute ruffled denim skirt. The short rows of ruffles hide the piecing in the front and add some girly flair. Pom pom fringe on the front pockets … Read More...
Tutorial: Pleated necktie t-shirt
McKell’s Closet shows how you can use a man’s tie to make a cool pleated neckline detail on a woman’s t-shirt. You most likely know someone who has a stash of unwanted ties hanging in their closet, but if not … Read More...
Rainbow Ice Cream Cone Cake Bites
Oh, these aren’t just ice cream cone cake bites. They are…
RAINBOW ice cream cone cake bites. Make them HERE at Sugar Swings.
Hosting a Rainbow party? Check out these Rainbow party articles over on our Party Ideas … Read More...
Tutorial: Tools for cutting fabric
In honor of National Sewing Month coming up in September Lindsay from Craft Buds says she is going back to basics for anyone who might want to pick up sewing or quilting. Topics include self-healing mats, rotary cutters, and scissors. … Read More...
Fabulous & Extreme Steampunk Wedding
Martine & Jim spent 10 months designing their over-the-top steampunk wedding with fabulous results! See all the incredible details at Poptastic Bride. Congratulations and thanks for sharing your special day with us Martine & Jim!
Freebies: Pop Ups
No stamping in this one but I think a lot of us cardmakers love to make pop up cards so I thought I’d share this great site I came across. Artist Robert Sabuda shares loads of free and simple pop … Read More...
The Winner! {One-of-a Kind Handmade Weddings}
What a great response to our giveaway of One-of-a-Kind Handmade Weddings! The winner selected by Random.org is: comment #42
Melissa Thomson!
Would love this book. I am in the process of planing my wedding. The timing would be great!… Read More...
A primer for embroidery beginners
If you’re new to hand embroidery, you’ll enjoy Bari Ackerman‘s quick Embroidery Primer post. Check it out on We Love French Knots. (Scroll down to 8/26/11.)