This is beyond gorgeous. This is an edition of The Secret Garden published in an edition of 1000, it is already sold out (duh). le sigh
The Secret Garden – Limited Edition Puffin Designer Classics – Puffin Books Ltd.
How to build a herb spiral
Speaking of basil… at the beginning of the summer I spent some time building an herb spirals in the backyard. It looked quite sad a first as bare gardens are wont to do but now it is quite fluffy and … Read More...
Giveaway | October Afternoon Sidewalks
October Afternoon is giving away some products from the new Sidewalks line. Entries close August 14th 2011. Click here to go to the giveaway.
Creative Thank-You Cards from the Bride & Groom
Intimate Weddings shares 9 creative ways for couples to send their wedding guests a personalized thank you card that will be a cherished memento of the day. Click here for all the details. {Wedding Book Thank You Photo Source: Louisa … Read More...
Inspiration du Jour | Beach
Beach by craftykitten
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Surface design for commercial fabric
Lynda from Bloom, Bake & Create took commercial fabric from her stash and using Alisa Burke’s technique in her book Sew Wild created a unique surface design. This photo shows the transformation in progress, which might lead to some doubts … Read More...
Tutorial: Game die (dice) floor cushion
Adithi’s Amma Sews shows how to create a floor cushion made to look like a game die. How cute is that! This would be so cool for a kid’s room or for a game room! Get the tutorial.
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Tutorial: Simple Mug Rug
Sara from the split stitch made this simple mug rug that she says is a sure way to use up lots of pretty fabric scraps. This is a thorough tutorial with lots of photos and directions for piecing and binding … Read More...
Tutorial: Make a team spirit outfit
Debbie from Squiggly Twigs Designs put together this outfit for her daughter to wear to a Reds game. She made everything, from the stenciled shirt to the tutu skirt to the lettuce edge socks. She shares links to all of … Read More...
Sebastian Felty Friend Tutorial
Children love the characters that are part of their favorite TV programs and movies; so why not make up Sebastian by Miranda Becker. Sebastian the crab is King Triton’s trusted advisor and Ariel’s guide when she leaves the ocean. Create … Read More...
Review: Ekka Brisbane 2011 – Confused about its identity
“The what centre?” asked the lady at the RNA Administration building (the nerve centre of the Ekka) front desk, looking at me with patronizing eyes.
I repeated, patiently, “The Media Centre” while trying to mollycoddle … Read More...
Tip: Bazzil Paper Matching
Sometimes it can be really frustrating when making a card and matching up your pretty patterned papers to the right color of cardstock. Well, Bazzil has come up with really helpful website called Bazzill Matchmaker. They pair up their cardstock … Read More...
ochobags online shop
These bags look awesome. you can take off or add them as you need. I say it’s pretty genius.
Inspiration: TiLT’s Creations
I heart the sketchy machine embroideries by TiLT’s Creations. See more at her blog.
Slumber Party Snacks, Spa Party App, Edible Party Hat and More
I’ve been remiss in posting on Hungry Happenings lately, since there are all kinds of hungry happenings I’ve missed. Find how-tos for: a spa party appetizer, Rice Krispies treats party hat, slumber party snacks, and more… Lots … Read More...
Tutorial: Stitched cards
Allison of Little Lovelies walks us through the steps of creating hand-stitched greeting cards like these cuties. See the tute.
Sweet Summer Treats in Miniature
1. Raspberry Caramel Dessert , 2. Miniature Ice Cream Display, 3. Tropical, 4. Summer Treats
A charming selection of miniature, summer-perfect treats! I just LOVE the ice cream bar! Hoping today we get our summer treat at Dairy … Read More...
How to upcycle an old pair of jeans with stenciling
If you don’t fancy yourself too talented in the hand painting department stenciling is a great way to go to upcycle your clothes. Over at the blog All about Stencils.com there is a great tutorial on how to use multi … Read More...
In my humble opinion: Is it really recycling?
So here’s a question that’s been nagging at the back of my brain every time I dig through my “donate” pile and pull out a garment to repurpose into something else: Can we really call that recycling? Don’t get me … Read More...
Tutorial: Bernina-stitched inchies
If you liked the machine-embroidered inchies by Annette of Thread Addict, you will love her new post. It walks you through the process of creating these little works on a Bernina with Artista V5 software. See the tute.