Jen from iCandy Handmade shows how to make her ruffled Equation Skirt, inspired by a similar skirt from H&M. The skirt is fitted at the top with tiers of ruffles starting at the hip. (Very flattering for us hip-py girls!) … Read More...
Necktie Cookie on a Stick
Anooooother necktie for Dad this year? Snooze. But not the cookie version. Edible (so takes up no more space), personal and perfect for the man who has everything, including too many neckties. Find this necktie cookie-on-a-stick HERE at Munchkin Munchies… Read More...
Sewing Pattern Tutorial: Girl’s Banded Peasant Blouse
Chris from Pickup Some Creativityshares a two-part tutorial on her blog showing how to make a girl’s Banded Peasant Blouse. This is such a pretty top! And made from a woven cotton, it’s lightweight and breathable for summer.It takes … Read More...
A monumental work
Hannah of enbrouderie gives us a glimpse of traditional embroidery on a grand scale that embodies cultural and reverent expression. Her explanation, photos, and links to additional resources introduce the Kaaba in Mecca, Saudi Arabia–a cube-shaped building that is the … Read More...
Tutorial: American shisha
Troublet of The Trouble with Crafting shows us a style of shisha embroidery that’s new to me: the American variation–the mirrors latticed in pink and red. See her tute.
eBook; 9 Free Knitting Patterns Perfect for spring
This is a free downloadable eBook from “All Free Knitting”! The 9 Free Knitting Patterns Perfect for Spring eBook not only includes free shawl knitting patterns, but you’ll also find lacy scarves, handy market bags and totes and even … Read More...
From Ammo Case to Revamped Bench
Loving the rustic look of this revamped ammo case…
See the transformation –> Ammo Case to Bench at One Life Many Journeys
Summer BBQ and Free Printables
Hmm, well I guess three posts in a row sharing links to free printables does not a “slew” make, but it did seem like a significant number of free printable posts when I started. These two photographs don’t do this … Read More...
Farewell to Oprah Free Party Printables
Now, for the next set of free printables… in keeping with the celebration of TV (because I always prefer to celebrate TV), Design Editor has created free printables for a farewell to Oprah viewing party. Sniffle. The printables include a … Read More...
The Bachelorette Free Party Printables
OK everyone, I have a slew of freebie party printables coming your way, so I’ll post them all one after the other. Ready? First up: Celebrate the season premiere of The Bachelorette on Monday with these Bachelorette printables from Embellish… Read More...
Project: Stamped Plant Pot Cake
Believe it or not these are not potted plants, they are cakes! Find out how to make this wonderful stamped plant pots with cake inside over at the Witticisms blog. She even made a stamped card to go along … Read More...
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Sparkly Spring Bling Bridal Shower
Bring on the bling with this sparkly Spring bridal shower glittering with glamorous details! This stylish event is featured at the Hostess {with the Mostess} blog and is filled with over the top ideas for a fabulous event.
DIY Fabric Flower Bouquet
Terisa Brooks-Huddleston used handcrafted fabric flowers along with brooches, buttons, and broken earrings to create a wedding bouquet that will be a timeless keepsake. Visit Terisa’s blog Sabii Wabii {Running with Scissors} and get the complete tutorial.
Mini S’mores Cakes
Just when I think I’ve seen every possible s’mores variation, I happen upon another. Find the recipe for mini s’mores cakes HERE at Martha Stewart, spotted HERE at Pizzazzerie.
Looking for more S’smores recipes? Check out these articles.… Read More...
How to make a draft dodger out of mens neckties
No matter where you live there are times when you want to keep air in or out and draft dodgers are a great help. Erica sent in a link to her blog post at Recycled Sewing where she made a … Read More...
Ankle corsets
These ankle corsets from Pamela Quevedo rock my socks off! These stylish and lacy anklets are available to adorn your ankles at her Etsy store – TotusMel.
Tutorial: Ruffled Reusable Reversible Grocery Bags
Sanda from Sawdust and Paper Scraps guest blogs in the Color Your Summer series at Delia Creates with a tutorial for making Ruffled Reusable Reversible Grocery Bags. These are so pretty! She made them from an old sheet and a … Read More...
Father’s Day Gifts
I know a couple dad’s who could do with ties and cuff links… but might like them a little more with a twist to appeal to their gamer selves. This is a cute example from PinkClayMonkey.
Get it now: Miss Patricia A-line skirt pattern
Debbie from Squiggly Twigs Designs celebrates the release of her Miss Patricia A-line skirt by offering it for half off. The simple A-line skirt has a faux waistband at the front and elastic at the back. And like all of … Read More...