Jon Yusoff‘s new tatting book is available now! Elegant Tatting Gems includes the 18 designs shown here. Jon says,
… Read More...The approach that I have taken for this book is to come up with designs that uses the basic techniques
Tutorial: Fondant Sailboat Toppers
Learn how to make these easy, simple, but bright and perfect sailboat cupcake toppers HERE at Bird’s Party blog. And to complete the look, the nautical party printables are found HERE.
Golden Snitch Cake Pops
Ah, the elusive, sly golden snitch that effectively ends any Quidditch game, in cake pop form. No, in butterbeer cake pop form. Harry Potter fans rejoice. And learn to make them HERE at Amy Bites. Also, be sure to … Read More...
A source for free Middle Eastern motifs
Long name, great content: Mathilde Eschenbach’s Charts for Medieval Egyptian Counted-Thread Embroidery. This site is an index of free motifs of mainly Middle Eastern origins for double running stitch, pattern darning, and cross-stitch. Check it out.
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Lori wins Fresh Fabric Treats!
Thanks to all who entered my Quilting at Craft Gossip book giveaway for Fresh Fabric Treats. Using the Random Number Generator I have selected a winner. Congratulations goes to Lori from Chef Mama. See her comment in pink. … Read More...
International Candle & Wax Sculpture Festival
As Buddhist Lent begins in Thailand, so does the Candle Festival of Ubon Ratchathani.
According to Tourism Authority of Thailand, “As the province prepares for the Buddhist Lent, men folk, ordained as well as laymen, with artistic skills set about … Read More...
Crates & Ladders
Prima Donna Bride shares a wealth of ideas for using crates and ladders to add some rustic charm to your wedding decor! Click here to see all the ingenious ideas!
Free Printables {Save the Date Bookmarks}
Rush right over to The Pretty Blog and download these adorable save-the-date bookmarks! Three styles are available and they’re free! Click here for all the details.
Click the link below and download the DIY Wedding E-book that’s going to … Read More...
Hex nut bracelet tutorial
Jamie at C.R.A.F.T. (creating really awesome free things) shares a tutorial for making bracelets from twine and hex nuts. Such common items sure work together to make an uncommonly interesting piece of jewelry.
Simple Shiny Happy Smiley Sun Cookies
I feel these merit as many adjectives. Learn to decorate this sunshine sweetness HERE at Glorious Treats.
Linda Billet – Glass Artist!
One of my new favorite artists, Jamie Burress just posted a picture of a piece of glass art by Linda Billet and I just had to go to her web site. Her work is so much fun!! Very inspiring! She … Read More...
Tutorial: T-shirt throw pillow
Disney from Ruffles and Stuff shows how to turn a favorite t-shirt into a fun new throw pillow. It’s an easy project, well suited for a beginning sewer (or a more experienced sewer who wants a quick project). Get the … Read More...
New Site for Foodies: Gojee
This recipe site is premised on personalizing your recipe search based on what’s in your fridge and cupboard. As in, if you have flour, black pepper, and farm-swaddled pork loin in your kitchen, they have a recipe for you. (I … Read More...
Technique: Shadow Stamping
Adding a subtle shadow to your stamped images can add alot of dimension, depth and realism. Visit Jeanette Lyntons’ blog as she shows you how to cast a shadow.
-Heather
Popsicle Playground
I love this idea of a popsicle playground. They are the perfect size for the ‘little people’ or any tiny characters you may have lying around your house. Living in Florida, the heat is sometimes too much during the day … Read More...
Sandcasting at the Beach
Many families are headed to the beach this summer for some well deserved relaxation and family time. Children, however…take their energy with them on vacations. Here, Paint Cut Paste shows you how to use that energy, and their shell findings … Read More...
Paper Roll Fish
These paper roll fish are perfect for a rainy day when perhaps going out to catch the ‘real’ thing might not be possible. Head on over to Paper Crafts for Children to see how to make these adorable little fish … Read More...
Paper Cup Flowers
These paper cup flowers would be a great addition to any summertime kitchen table or mantle. Head on over to Art Platter for the tutorial.
All you need to survive
I wish I could transplant Catherine McEver’s brain into my head. Look at what she’s come up with now: a survival doll. I’m simultaneously laughing and considering the possibilities. She says,
… Read More...Whether earthquake, tornado, terrorist attack, the rapture, or
Rock me, Amadeus!
Deriana of DeriDolls rocks my face off all the time. But she completely knocked me flat with her teeny tiny interpretation of Tom Hulce as Mozart. Oh, the awesomeness! See more on her blog post.