Threads magazine shows how to use pintucks in the place of gathers to create the look of a ruffle (or pleat) without adding the volume. Cool effect! Get the tutorial.
[photo from Threads magazine]
Easy Paper Bag Lanterns
Aren’t these pretty? I love all the different colors and they are a simply centerpiece or would look great hanging in garland fashion too. With the end of school, beginning of summer, graduations and 4th of July on the horizon … Read More...
Tips: Coloring with Copics
One of my favorite stamps from Penny Black are those adorable hedgehogs! Finds some tips on how to get great results coloring them with Copic markers over at the Daily Marker blog.
-Heather
Giveaway | My Memories Digital Scrapbooking Software
Teresa Peschke is giving away a copy of the My Memories Digital Scrapbooking Software. The software package is available for both PCs and Macs, and comes loaded with papers and embellishments. You can use the software to add audio … Read More...
New tutorial from LoLovie
Elvi is back with her newest tutorial – strappy sexy black. I think it lives up to its name! What do you think? Take a look at Elvi’s tutorial at LoLovie.
Tutorial | Mini Album from One Sheet of Paper
Irit Shalom shows how she made this mini album using just one sheet of 12×12 scrapbooking paper. She also shares tips for embellishing the album pages, and shows another mini that she made the same way. Click here to … Read More...
Freebie | Drumkit SVG File
This week’s freebie from BeaOriginal is a drum kit. Make sure to check out all their previous downloads too! Click here to go to the download. Check out more SVG files and bundles over at Design Bundles
Inspiration du Jour – Head in the Clouds
Head in the Clouds by tiffanyravenbaby2002
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DIY Herbal Remedy For Pinkeye
The herb Eyebright has astringent and antibacterial properties to drawl out infections such as pink eye and soothe eyes.
Pour 1 cup boiling water over 1 teaspoon of dried eyebright herb… Read More...
Bmused Belt Buckles
Bmused is the Etsy shop to visit if you are looking for original belt buckles to show off your creative style in a modern crafty chic kinda way.
Not only are these Belt buckles quirky they are (let me insert … Read More...
DIY Baker’s Twine!
I admit it. I have a bit of an obsession with baker’s twine. So when I saw the title “Make Your Own Baker’s Twine”…yes, I swooned! Or maybe I just got a little dizzy! Anyway, I felt compelled to share … Read More...
How to Make a Wilderness Survival Candle
Randy Hood from Econo Challenge Tips and Tricks explains how to make a wilderness survival candle in this video. The candle is made with recycled materials and is reusable, so is perfect for campers wanting to leave no trace.
All … Read More...
Win a Designer Wedding Dress
For a chance to win a designer wedding gown custom made just for you don’t miss this giveaway at Things Festive sponsored by Perfect Bridal! Visit this link for all the details. Contest begins May 31st and ends June 30th, … Read More...
Man… in Clay
As I’ve mentioned in the past, hitting up Flickr or Google for random image searches is a sure fire way to show that clayers are a creative bunch. The search for polymer clay men on Flickr turned up some diverse … Read More...
Colorful Cows (It’s a Drink)
While I’m no stranger to the soda fountain concept–I even used to make my own egg creams as a barista–I’m not familiar with the term “brown cow” as it applies to beverages. But of course, Martha is. Learn to make … Read More...
Get it now: Free vintage pattern for beach towel bag
From now until June 7, 2011, Bramcost Publications is offering their vintage beach towel bag pattern for free. The pattern is circa 1955 and shows how to make a large towel that folds up into a handy bag for … Read More...
Tutorial: Big bow tote bag from kitchen towels
That Lady shows how she made this pretty tote bag out of a trio of dollar store kitchen towel. She even had enough material from the towels left over to make a big bow to embellish the bag. Get the … Read More...
Tutorial: Magical tutu dress for girls
For all those little girls who love to pretend to be fairies or princesses (or fairy princesses), Prudent Baby shows how to make a tutu dress. Layers of tulle are gathered and sewn to the bottom of a shirt making … Read More...
Butterfly Bouquet
Butterflies are a hot motif for weddings right now, and I’m loving this fluttery, butterfly bouquet sent in by Michelle Mathey! She discovered it featured at West Aussie Wedding {via This is Glamorous}, along with some other ideas … Read More...
DIY Vintage Sheet Garland Banner
Christina at Intimate Weddings sent over a link to her latest tutorial: a garland made from vintage sheets! What a clever way to repurpose those retro finds! Click here to get all the details. Thanks for the inspiration Christina!
Vintage … Read More...