Over the years, I have seen designers come and go. Some retire, some move on to other things, and some, sadly, pass from this life leaving their designs behind for us to remember them by.
Mummy Juice Boxes
Such an easy way to serve up a beverage for a kid-friendly Halloween party. Loving these mummy juice boxes from Parents.
Angry Birds Tutorial
When I got my first epad, not an ipad, I downloaded Angry Bird and it is a fun and addictive game. If you or your kids are Angry Bird fans, then you have to make them these adorable little guys. … Read More...
Halloween Food Roundups, both Cute and Gross
Look, it’s like a month of Edible Crafts posts all in one from Cute Food for Kids! Find a roundup of 41 Cute Halloween food ideas HERE at Cute Food for Kids and a roundup of 29 creepy, kinda … Read More...
How to make a recycled container pull string pinata
I got to experience the fun of a pinata for the first time this past Easter and when I told of the fun I heard back some fun stories of wayward swings, I’ll just leave it at that. So when … Read More...
Stained Glass Owl Cookies
What is it about owls that is so endearing? They win me over every time. And they have candy centers. Find tips on making stained glass owl cookies HERE at The Enchanted Oven.
Painted Cookies and Paper Cones
I almost forgot to share with you the cookies I made for the October issue of Brides magazine: Painted cookies in DIY paper cones. Find the how-tos and template HERE.
First Look: Colette Patterns Fall 2011 | Coletterie
Three great new patterns from Colette Patterns! I can’t wait to see the fabric combos people come up with, you can check out the Colette Patterns Flickr group to keep up with people’s creations.
Leaf Decorated Cookies
Oh Fall, how I’ll welcome thee when this 80 plus degree weather ends. Find tips on decorating these gorgeous cookie leaves with Wilton’s Color Mist spray
HERE at The Sweet Adventures of SugarBelle.
Conquering flat silk thread
Anne Gomes guest-posts on Needle ‘n’ Thread about stitching with that persnickety flat silk thread. You’ll love all her tips. Go to the post.
Frameful of Flowers
Here’s a unique piece of art to hang on your wall. A frame stuffed full of silk flowers! What a wonderful burst of color this adds to a plain wall. Heave over to Sew Much Adofor the tutorial for a … Read More...
Oreo Spider Cake
Simple, perfect Halloween spider cake decorated with Oreos. Find it HERE at Cookies and Cups. Sigh.
Babushka Russian Doll Cupcakes
I don’t squeal much, but these almost made me do that. Learn to make and decorate Babushka Cupcakes HERE at Not Quite Nigella. And I know I’ll be on the look out for The Not Quite Nigella book being … Read More...
Mummy Burgers and Ghost Potatoes
Mummy burgers and ghost mashed potatoes, a quick way to scare your kids at dinner tonight in anticipation of Halloween. OK, so they are kind of cute and not terrifying, but I think they get the point across. Find them … Read More...
DIY Scrabble Coasters
Christina at Intimate Weddings is always dreaming up new ways to add special handmade touches to your wedding. Don’t miss her latest creation: Scrabble Tile Coasters! Click here for a tutorial. Christina suggests using them for favors, name cards, or … Read More...
Win PUSH
You could win a copy of PUSH Stitchery, the new book curated by Jamie Chalmers (MrXStitch) and featuring the work of 30 cutting-edge needle artists. The publisher, Lark Crafts, is giving one away! Hurry! Go to Lark’s … Read More...
Tutorial: Birdie Fringe Purse
Elsie Larson from A Beautiful Mess and Red Velvet Shop shows how to make her fringed birdie purse. Love, LOVE!! She shares a tutorial showing how she made it. Hers is made from leather. If you don’t have any leather, … Read More...
Mirrored Cake Stands {Tutorial}
Showcase your delicious treats with a sparkly mirrored cake stand! Nicole of Tradewind Tiaras shares two different methods for making these spectacular stands, including a way to make the tiers interchangeable. These stands would be so pretty for displaying your … Read More...
Tutorial: T-shirt loungewear romper
Lex shares a tutorial on her blog showing how she created this lounge-y romper out of a couple of t-shirts. Seriously cute!! And I’m loving the striped knit that she used! Get the tutorial.
[photo from Lex]
Tutorial: Adapt the Sienna Dress pattern to make a flared wool coat
Alida from GiggleBug Designs and I Make Stuff shows shares a tutorial at Project Run and Play shoaing how she created a felted wool jacket for her young daughter. The jacket was part of her winning outfit for the Sienna … Read More...