So this was all that came out of my studio last week. One pair of little girl bike shorts. A test pair, at that. I traced a pair of little girl’s leggings and I wanted to make sure that I … Read More...
Colorful Wool Felted Beads
I know that I have shown you wool beads before, but what a stunning addition these bracelets will add to your summer wardrobe. Pick some hot colors and go from wool to wearable. Start with wool roving; add a … Read More...
Free Printable: Father’s Day Soda Bottle Covers
I just find these Father’s Day themed soda bottle covers the best combination of adorable and clever. Except I shall be using them for my husband’s passion: beer. Find the free printables HERE at The Idea Room.
Folk Art Enamel Paints for Painting on Glass
I noticed a blog entry over at Craft Critique by my friend Maria del Pinto about Folk Art Enamel Paints that can be used on glass. How cool is that? Maria’s post includes all kinds of information on products that … Read More...
How to dress up recycled containers with little metal scrubbies
I love the look of metal and the clever crafter Maria of the blog Bubblegum and Duct Tape got her design on and posted a cute tutorial on how to use metal scrubbies to dress up recycled containers.
Update: More DIY Sprinkles (This Time, Egg-Free)
Remember these gems from way back when? Well, the creator of the original DIY sprinkles has come up with an egg-free version. Not only egg-free, but with a refined texture and tips on adding luxurious flavors. Find the how-tos HERE … Read More...
Free Pattern – Robin’s Nest and Eggs
This is a pattern for the nest and eggs, the Robin pattern is listed, but not on the page.
Gummy Bearskin Rug
I actually chuckled aloud when I spotted this gummy bearskin “rug” over at Foodiggity. Created by Laser Bread, check out his site here: Brock Davis to spot such food genius as Rice Krispiehenge and Twinkie Circuitry.
Mermaid Cupcakes
Yep. Mermaids lounging in cupcakes. Learn to make them HERE at Bake Happy. {spotted on Cupcakes Take the Cake}
Are you hosting an under the sea themed party? check out these Under the Sea party decorations
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Tiny, Mini Cake Stand
And I immediately envisioned a tiny, mini cake to go inside. I spotted this on Pinterest, found at the etsy shop Divine Sweetness.
Easy 4th of July Sweets: Red, White and Blue Dessert Ideas for Summer Parties
There is just something about 4th of July sweets that makes a summer party feel instantly more festive. You can have the simplest backyard barbecue going, but add a tray of red, white and blue cupcakes or a bowl of … Read More...
Tutorial: All-American Tote
Amy from Positively Splendid shares a tutorial for making her All-American Tote. The body is made from denim and appliqued with a large red and white star. It’s lined in a gingham and has a big red bow at the … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Metal eyelet summer shorts from plain capris
Donatella from Inspiration & Realisation shows how she turned a pair of capris into an awesome pair of shorts. She shortened the legs and added silver eyelets. Fabulousness!! Get the tute.
[photo from Inspiration & Realisation] Looking for more … Read More...
Tutorial: Digitizing your own patterns
Kelly from Sewing in No Man’s Land dishes on how to take a handmade pattern and turn it digital. There’s nothing wrong at all with a handrawn pattern (mine are all on newsprint packing material), but scanning it and turning … Read More...
Project: Folded Flower Card
Visit the Ball Point Bliss blog and let Juliet Arrighi show you how to turn punched and stamped circles into a lovely folded flower card.
-Heather
Tutorial: Make The MODify Dress for summer
Shannon from luvinthemommyhood shares a tutorial for making her MODify Dress. It’s a great dress for summer – sleeveless, loose, and light. And the simple shape means the possibilities for modification are limitless. Get the tutorial.
[photo from luvinthemommyhood
Tutorial: Spring sweater with appliqued ribbon flowers
Rachel from Maybe Matilda took a plain cardigan and added ribbon appliqued flowers along the bottom to make a little girl’s pretty spring sweater. She shares a tutorial on her blog showing how she did it. This same idea would … Read More...
Giveaway | Tattered Angels on Scrapbook & Cards Today
This week the team at Scrapbook & Cards Today is giving away a goodie package from Tattered Angels. You have until Thursday June 2nd 2011 to enter. Click here to go to the giveaway.
IS IT A CUPCAKE?
Or, is it a flower? It’s a cupcake flower! Isn’t it cute? Had to share!
http://quiltedcupcake.blogspot.com/2011/05/free-crochet-flower-tutorial.html
Tutorial & Giveaway | Decoupaged Card Keeper Box
Mel from Mel Designs shares a step by step tutorial for making this card keeper box for storing A2 sized greeting cards. She is also giving away the box to a lucky reader! Click here for all the details. Entries … Read More...