Valori Wells shows how to make a simple zippered pencil pouch. If you don’t need a bag to hold your pencils, you could use it as a coin purse or a small make-up bag. Get the tute.
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Quilt Tutorial: Herringbone quilt block
Holly from Bijou Lovely shares how she made this herringbone quilt block. Love those colors! Get the tutorial.
Herringbone was first employed in the Roman Empire, where it was used in buildings with roads. Herring fish inspired the Romans … Read More...
Polymer Clay Bezels
What do you think about this pendant from Libby Mills? I saw this at Polymer Clay Daily. I love the idea of using polymer clay to make bezels! Not only is this an intriguing idea, Cynthia shares a … Read More...
Bead Fest Philadelphia
This year will mark the 10th anniversary of Interweave’s Bead Fest Philadelphia. The largest bead and jewelry show on the east coast, Bead Fest will be held at a new site this year – the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center.
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Flower Collage
If you have been reading many of my posts for a while, you will know that I love a good book craft. This has to be one of my favorites. The book is called Planting a Rainbow by Lois Ehlert, … Read More...
Painting With Wool
My husband is dying to get rid of his ‘junky’ wool for knitting (yes, my husband knits..pretty darn well too!) This would be a great craft to use odd leftover pieces of yarn! Head on over to Putti Prapancha to … Read More...
DIY Windchimes
These windchimes are so fresh and ‘summery’ looking. I think my favorite part is the glitter…how fun! Head on over to hands on: as we grow for the tutorial.There are lot’s of music learning resources available online too. Check out … Read More...
Contact Paper Rose Window
The Chocolate Muffin Tree used the South Rose Window in Notre Dame Cathedral for their inspiration to make these beautiful Contact Paper Rose Windows of their own. Her daughter did an amazing job cutting out the cirlce and those triangles. … Read More...
DIY Treasure Map
When I was young, can’t remember what grade, I had to do a project that required ‘old’ paper in which I used tea bags and a match to create that effect. This Treasure Map project involves some of the same … Read More...
Kids Camping Craft – Swiss Army Knife
Make the Best of Everything has a truly simple craft where you can learn about the history and safety of The Swiss Army Knife. This craft is perfect for sending your child away to camp, or if your family is … Read More...
French Chocolate Table
Just the title of this project sounds delicious! I love how this table turned out. The rustic charm with a hint of romance are a perfect pairing for this make over. You can see how Korrie from the Red Hen … Read More...
Freebie: Vintage Ephemera
Laura teaching at AQS in Knoxville
Laura from Artfabrik will be conducting workshops at the AQS show in Knoxville, TN July 13 – 16. Take a half-day or full-day class, Tiny Homes or Stitch after Fusing, and you’ll have yourself a pretty art quilt and bragging … Read More...
How to Judge a Wine by its Label
I drink a lot of wine. I always have an open bottle of Pinot Grigio or Sauvignon Blanc in the fridge. I go to wineries and tastings. I even appreciate subtle differences at said tastings. But given all of that, … Read More...
Chocolate Dipped Strawberry Ice Pops
These chocolate-dipped strawberry ice pops caught my eye. Find the recipe HERE at Rachael Ray.
If you love baking with Strawberry flavours check out this AMAZING strawberry syrup. Perfect for adding a burst of flavour to your cooking, drinks … Read More...
Snack Mix Party Station
Perhaps because I just oohed and aahed over the make-your-own-trail-mix station at the new Whole Foods by me, I paused when I spotted this snack mix station of the Hip Hip Hooray blog. Find this smart party idea, part … Read More...
Tutorial: 3D flower neckline for a t-shirt
Donatella from Inspiration & Realisation shows how she added this 3D flower embellishment to the neck of a t-shirt. The design was inspired by the detail on a Yansi Fugel top she saw while out shopping. Fabulousness! Get the tutorial… Read More...
Tutorial: Embellished reusable grocery bag
Reusable grocery bags can be found easily be found inexpensively (or free). The problem is, there’s usually a giant logo printed all over the front. While it’s a good advertising strategy for the people who make the bags, the bags … Read More...
Tutorial: Button embellished top
Shauna from Shwin & Shwin made this cute button embellished top for her daughter, inspired by a button embellished dress made by Jess from Craftiness Is Not Optional. Because she starts with a store-bought tank, she skips straight to the … Read More...
Tutorial: Fringed summer scarf
Melissa from I Still Love You guest blogs in the Craft Camp series at Skip To My Lou with a tutorial showing how to make a fringed summer scarf. It’s made from lightweight fabric to add a pop of color … Read More...