We’ve chosen the best hand-embroidery patterns for you to attempt this week! We offer something for everyone, whether you’re a novice or a seasoned veteran. Our free cross-stitch patterns range from simple cross-stitch patterns to more complex floral and animal … Read More...
Tutorial | Origami Corner Bookmark
This tutorial on the Pane, Amore et Creativa blog shows how to use origami to make a page corner bookmark. The instructions are in Italian, but it should be easy to follow along with the detailed step by step … Read More...
Freebie | Father’s Day Printable and Quick Page
Jennifer Conlon of J Conlon & Sons designed this printable and a coordinating quick page as a preview to her new Father’s Day kit. You can download both the printable and the quick page for no charge. Click here to … Read More...
Inspiration du Jour | Summer Days
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GlimmerSlim Launching Appetite Suppressant Candles
GlimmerSlim candles are highly scented with a secret combination of essential oils that apparently act as an appetite suppressant.
You could try lighting one of these instead of reaching for a snack to get you through those midnight munchies.
“One … Read More...
Tutorial: Easy iPhone Sleeve
Erin from Dog Under My Desk shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make her Easy iPhone Sleeve. It’s sized to fit snugly around your iPhone so it doesn’t fall out. A keyring is attached to make it … Read More...
Snacks and Goodies in Polymer Clay
1. Lox, 2. Dollhouse Miniature – Japanese Dinner Set, 3. Ham Salami and Cheese Board, 4. Mexican Corn Cakes with Shredded Pork- 1/12 scale
Every year my partner helps organize a huge youth camp. The prep weekend … Read More...
Tutorial: Foldable shoe bag
Mel from All Wrapped Up created this shoe bag for her trips to the gym. She can put your shoes in the shoe bag before putting them her gym bag to keep them from getting other items from getting dirty … Read More...
Tribute to an early modern art quilter
Tom from Tom Russell Quilts remembers Sharon Heidingsfelder – a gifted quilter from Little Rock, Arkansas who was creating modern quilts back in the day (80’s, 90’s) and getting national attention for it. He shares how he met her and … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Retro Racer Shorts
Dana from MADE shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make her retro Racer Shorts. It’s part of her weeklong Celebrate the Summer Boy series. The legs have the general shape and trim of the ones I knew … Read More...
Newsy: I-Spy fabric swap
Fabi from Mrs. Sassy Crafter is hosting an I-Spy fabric swap. She had this to say about it,
… Read More...Imagine sending 200 squares of fabric and receiving 200 DIFFERENT squares in your mail within two weeks. It is exciting and a
Wall Painting: Trains
Looking for some painting inspiration? Or maybe you’d just like to oogle at Ali’s painting talent. I’ve featured her here before with her airplane painting. This time she’s sharing her train painting and I think they are rockin’. Head … Read More...
Dresses Made of Cheese
Fashion and textile students at Bath Spa University have created five “cheese couture” outfits, including a ball gown encrusted with melted cheddar, “Jimmy Cheese” shoes, and even a cheese purse. Read all about it HERE at Daily Mail UK. … Read More...
DIY Weddings Wednesday Linky Party 3
Time for another linky party! I’m linking to this whimsical polka dot wedding, aptly featured on Polka Dot Bride. It’s brimming with so many incredible details! Please join the festivites by adding a link below to your wedding inspired blog post, shop, or website. … Read More...
DIY Garden or Plant Markers
In My Own Style created these easy garden/plant markers out of stuff around the house! Get the tutorial: DIY Garden or Plant Markers.
Looking for more garden marker ideas? Check these out on Etsy Starting your garden from scratch? … Read More...
Ta Dah!: Spring Shoots quilt
This quilt is splendid. Spied at Nifty Quilts, read where the inspiration came from here.
Dena’s 10 Steps to a Better Quilt
Dena Crain gives her list of things to consider before making your next quilt. She says if you do, you’ll get better results. Visit her blog and read 10 Steps to a Better Quilt.
Suggestions needed for next raffle quilt
Lynn from C & T Publishing Blog is celebrating the finish of the Van Gogh Slice Quilt – a group project and fundraiser for the NAMTA Foundation. But she’s not resting long. She is seeking ideas from the quilting community … Read More...
50 Art Materials for Toddlers
TinkerLab has a great post about to get your brain in gear to fill up your ‘craft’ pantry. I think I might have about 15 of these items, but some of them are definitely on my ‘list’ for when I … Read More...
How to hand dye a flower felted brooch
Tonya of “TonyaUtkina” is a wonderful artist and loves sharing many of her creative ideas with others. Tonya continues experimenting with hand dyeing and food coloring. The results are always beautiful and rewarding. To hand dye a felted … Read More...