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...
Technique: Cracked Glass Effect
At Nicol Heady’s blog Heather Nichols shares a cool cracked glass technique, perfect for adding an interesting touch to any stamped card. Her samples are just stunning! Click here for her video.
-Heather
Tutorial: Folded gift bag from a fat quarter
Editors note: The blog I linked to in this post is no longer available. I’ve been looking for another tutorial to make a similar bag but have not been able find one yet. When I do, I’ll update the post. … Read More...
Tutorial: Anthro-inspired Scrappy Floral Skirt
Rachel from Maybe Matilda guest blogs in the Scrap Your Stash series at Living With Punks with a tutorial showing how to make her Scrappy Floral Skirt. The appliqued floral motif on the skirt was inspired by a lampshade at … Read More...
Free needlepoint charts
Pat’s improv quilt block for a swap
Pat Sloan shows how she came up with this improv quilt block for a swap over at Bumble Beans. It’s sassy cute. Notice she signed the block with a selvage from her own fabric line. Brilliant! Visit her post… Read More...
Polymer Clay Woodland Critter Beads
These are sweet and clever – a lovely combination of poly clay and acrylic paints.