Toluene and formaldehyde, used widely in commercial cosmetic polishes, can cause throat irritation, rashes, headache, nausea & asthma. If you are like me and partial to a bit of polish on your nails there are a few good natural alternatives.… Read More...
Inspiration du Jour | Go Redskins!
Ramadan Lanterns
The holy month of Ramadan is just about over for Muslims, but celebrations continue that include candles and Ramadan lanterns (famoos).
Egyptians are particularly famous for their welded metal and glass lanterns. Even if you’re not Muslim, these traditional Ramadan … Read More...
Inclusions in Your Glass…
Want to add a little extra something something to your glass? Maybe some metal or perhaps bubbles? I was playing with bubbles today. Love bubbles. My favorite way to create bubbles in fused glass is to take two pieces of … Read More...
August Round Up
There are a few of the great claying (or events you could use clay in) challenges going on. Have a peek, submit a piece! These all have prizes attached as well as some publicity.
… Read More...Antique Cameo Napkin Ring
Perfect wallpaper for your sewing room
Oh so cute wallpapers from Elli Pop in collaboration with other artists. I love the birds on this page and this line called Greta’s Bloomers by Nicola Barron
Children’s Chore Chart + Tips
I am always looking for a great way to get my children to do their chores without me having to ‘communicate’ every step to them the entire time they are doing it. This chore chart/board looks like the perfect way … Read More...
Homemade Sidewalk Paint
This fun craft looks like it creates hours of fun. I can’t wait to find a shady spot outside and try this with my girls. I love the idea of spraying the paint with a vinegar filled spray bottle after … Read More...
Lace Lampshade
This pretty lampshade is a great way to dress up an otherwise plain lamp. Get the tutorial from Inkodye – Lace Lampshade.
Wooden Spoon Puppets (Family Theme)
This Wooden Spoon Puppet project is a great tool to teach your children about family. The Nature of Grace includes many different ideas and activities to go along with a ‘family’ themed lesson plan.
Make Your Own Pop-Up Play Scenes
This idea is the perfect boredom buster that takes your typical coloring and sticker project to the next level! Head on over to Inspiration Surrounds…Creativity Abounds to see how they made a farm scene and a fairy scene.
Printable Bookmarks
My girls love for me to read chapter books to them just so we can use bookmarks…or fold down the top corner. Personally, I prefer the bookmarks. You can get these adorable printable bookmarks, one for you and one for … Read More...
Sewing Pattern Tutorial: The Parlor Skirt for little girls
Natalie from Clark & Lily shows how to make her Parlor Skirt for little girls. It’s accented with a large bow at the waist and a couple of gathered pickups on the skirt. It’s sooo girly and sooo fabulous! Get … Read More...
Poke-Me Pincushion with wristband free tutorial
Queen Mum of Canada posted her sweetheart of a “Poke-Me Pincushion with wristband free tutorial” on “Instructables” for us to use. I find the design totally delightful and can think of a few other projects this design would be … Read More...
Free Pattern – Really Cute Baby Afghan!
You know what? This is totally cool. You could make this way bigger and use if for a couch throw. Or completely giganticize it and use it as an afghan for a grown up! You’ll love this Modern Lovey Baby … Read More...
Weekly giveaway winners!
In case you can’t easily see the details in the image above, this week’s giveaway winners are
- Butterfly ornament kit, #30 of 53 comments, monica wood
- Princess Liza doll kit, #6 of 81 comments, Michelle
- Love Stitching (2), #29 of
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Recent tatting tutes
Tutorial: Vintage fabric coasters with ric rac trim
Jennifer from Two Butterflies shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make these super cute vintage fabric coasters with ric rac trim peeking out from the edges. Each coaster uses just 2 5″ squares, which makes this a … Read More...