Thomas Horst creates the most remarkable fashions using felt and when you look at his designs it is awe-inspiring that such stunning garments and accessories such as his gorgeous purses were created from raw wool. His sculptural approach using this … Read More...
the Sewalong for Beginners
Can I highly recommend a sew-a-long, not even necessarily this one but any sew-a-long. You get expert help and inspiration from tons of people you normally wouldn’t ever meet. You can learn from other peoples mistakes and learn by helping … Read More...
How to Turn a Pallet into a Garden
This is much nicer than having pallets molder in your backyard, unused. Actually, the pallet in my backyard is being used as a ‘laboratory’ by my son. 🙂
Pink Fuzzy Slipper Cookies
Even though I just recently posted on a fuzzy pink slipper sweet (here), how can I possibly not post on this fuzzy pink slipper version made with Nutter Butters and shaved candy melts? Find the recipe and step-by-step … Read More...
Project: Card and Gift Bag
Third Annual Alameda Backyard Chicken Coop Bicycling Tour
Third Annual Alameda Backyard Chicken Coop Bicycling Tour
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Third Annual Alameda Backyard Chicken Coop Bicycling Tour Sunday May 15th, 1:00-4:00 pm. Starting Location:1015 Taylor Ave. Route is approximately 3.8 miles
People are encouraged to bring their bicycles … Read More...
From Closet to Book Nook!
Talk about amazing transformations! Thrifty Decor Chick has done it again. She has wowed me – enough so that I would love to kidnap her have her come visit and build one of these awesome nooks for my house! Can … Read More...
How to make a recycled material rain stick
Over at the blog The Imagination Tree Anna has posted a great tutorial (that includes cute picts of her wee one) on how to make a recycled material rain stick that’s as festive as it is functional.
6 Creative Bathroom Projects
Looking for ideas to liven up your bathroom? Maybe you just need one more finishing touch or that final statement that says “I’m done!”. From making your own faux coral over at Finding My Aloha to creating a chevron shower … Read More...
Tutorial: Half slip
Gretchen from Gertie’s New Blog for Better Sewing shares a free pattern over at Grosgrain for making a simple half slip. You can use a plain white or nude fabric for a practical undergarment, or have some fun and make … Read More...
Tutorial: DIY pillow forms
Heidi fromHoneyBear Lane shares a tutorial on her blog showing how you can make your own pillow form insert. This is a great solution if you want a pillowform in a nonstandard size! It’s also a great way to … Read More...
Freebie: Spring Mini Kit
How to Bake Just Two Cupcakes
I rarely post on straight recipes (side note to those submitting recipes, drinks, etc…. I rarely post on straight recipes), but these portion-controlled cupcakes are an example of an exception. Because isn’t crafty to only bake TWO cupcakes? Learn to … Read More...
Tutorial: Vintage-inspired pencil skirt with oversized bow
Sarah from Welcome to the Good Life shows how to refashion a thrifted pencil skirt to add an oversized bow at the waist. I love the vintage styling on this skirt! Get the how-to.
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Freebie: Teddy and Dog Digital Stamp
Download this adorable teddy bear and dog digital stamp for free over at May Brit’s hobbyblogg.
-Heather
Looking for more digital stamps and SVG files? We love using the Design bundle to download our digital stamps. Make sure you check … Read More...
Sewing Pattern Tutorial: Sun visor headband
Taylor from MaryJanes and Galoshes joins the Color My Summer series at KojoDesigns with a tutorial showing how to make her Hello Yellow sun visor. It fits like a handband, but has a visor sewn to the front to keep … Read More...
Beer Jello and Margarita Cupcakes
Beer Jello! Yes, that exclamation point was there before I realized there was also an explanation point in the photograph. Find a recipe for beer Jello (perfect for Cinco de Mayo) HERE at Sugar Swings!. And if that’s not … Read More...
Tutorial: Bias tape and buttons headband
Destri from The Mother Huddle shows how to make this cute headband out of bias tape and fabric covered buttons. This is so cute! And I love her method for covering the headband with the bias tape – brilliant! Get … Read More...
Video Tutorial: Making Envelopes with the Scor Pal
Melissa Samuels recently ran a Tool School week on her blog featuring a different scrapbooking tool each day. This video shows you how she used the Scor Pal to make envelopes. Click here to go to the video.
APRIL SHOWERS – MAY FLOWERS
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It has certainly been a rainy Spring in my area! Seeing this bright, cheerful crocheted flowers brings sunshine to my day. Here are a few very simple patterns for making your own bright Spring bouquet, broach, or applique.