I was at the mall this evening waiting for my car to be repaired. I strolled over to Border’s Book Store and found the Crochet books, grabbed a bundle of them, found a chair, and began to browse through them. … Read More...
From bags to riches
This necklace from Derya Aksoy has humble beginnings – fused leaf shapes cut from plastic grocery bags form this delicate, feathered focal. This project is one of many you can get free when you become a member at Beading Daily… Read More...
Giveaway: Baker’s Twine from The Twinery
Kate Landers Events is holding a giveaway for an assortement of baker’s twine from the Twinery. The prize is valued at $154! US residents only please. Entries close Monday February 14th 2011, at 11:59 pm EST. Click here to go … Read More...
Tutorial: Cardstock Flower
Lydia James from the Core’dinations Design Team shows how to create this flower, or core’sage using their textured core cardstock. Click here to go to the tutorial.
BHLDN {by Anthropologie}
Postcards & Pretties revealed a sneak peek of Anthropologie’s stunning new line of wedding dresses as spotted over on Glamour! The line makes its official debut on February 14th and includes bridesmaid dresses, as well as shoes and … Read More...
DIY Parsley & Peppermint Hair Rinse Recipe
Rinses can be made from vinegars, or herbal vinegars, infusions & decoctions. They are effective in balancing and healing both the scalp and the hair. A cool rinse can also help close the hair cuticles, resulting in … Read More...
Field Trip – The Institute of Mosaic Art in Oakland
We’re wandering on over to Oakland, CA to check out The Institute of Mosaic Arts. They offer over 80 different classes over the course of their season. 80 mosaic classes!! That’s so cool! I want to go for a … Read More...
Tutorial: Super easy knit blankets
Karen from Badlands Quilts shares a pair of tutorials on her blog showing two ways of making an easy knit blanket. Both are made from two layers of interlock, but the edges are finished differently on each. The Easy Knit … Read More...
How To Read A Knitting Pattern….
From Melissa of the Love Affair With My Brother Blog:
Learn how to break down a knitting pattern and make it easy to understand!
Scented Soy Candles by Tattoo Geek
Mrs. Tattoo Geek has some unique scented soy candles! They are packaged in tins and the artwork on the lids resembles tattoos.
Shown here is a sweet and fruity scented soy candle called Sun Kissed Sugar. I love the … Read More...
Tutorial: Throw pillow with side ties
Amy from Ameroonie Designs guest blogs over at Gwenny Penny with a tutorial showing how to make these pretty throw pillows with ties at the side. Get the how-to.
[photo retrieved from Gwenny Penny]
Tutorial: Fleece baby blanket with lift-the-flap purse applique
Courtney from Dressing Heidi Sage shares a tutorial on Today’s Top 20 showing how she made an appliqued fleece baby blanket. The flowers in three corners are pretty, but what steals the show is the purse applique on the fourth … Read More...
Event: A Geoclectic Extravaganza
If you live or work close to Dover New Hampshire, be sure and check out ongoing art exhibit A Geoclectic Extravaganza held through March 4, 2011 at The Washington Street Mills Business and Cultural Center.
One of the featured … Read More...
Stash-Busting Challenge – The Sew Weekly Sewing Circle
You have ’til the end of Sunday to whip up a stash busting project in order to enter the Sew Weekly Stash Busting Challenge! Go Check out the cute outfit Mena created and check the comments to see other people’s … Read More...
Kids Craft – Tissue Paper Valentines Wreath
Looking for a decorative Valentines project that even your toddler can take part in? I love that the results of this Tissue Paper Wreath craft looks so elegant, and especially the fact that those little hands had a part in … Read More...
Kids Craft – Potato Print Valentines
Twig and Toadstool shows you how to make these beautiful cards with your children using potatoes. Head on over so you can make your own Valentines!
Kids Craft – Simple Wire Hearts
Here’s a great project from The Magic Onions that will help with concentration and dexterity for your chidlren. I love the simplicity yet beauty in these wire hearts.
Wax Doily Valentines
The things people can come up with using paper doilies is amazing. Here, this wax doily valentine is so beautiful and elegant. Head on over Aunt Peaches to get the tutorial. This craft is perfect for a Tween Valentines … Read More...
Felt Play Mats
Here’s another way to spark creative play in your home or while on the go… felt play mats. Here, My Delicious Ambiguity shows you inspiration for a Train Play Mat and a Construction Play Mat. Found Via {Creative … Read More...
DIY Stick Horse
I am always looking for crafts that will inspire imagination. My children have stick horses, and you would think that they were real horses the way they ride them around. I hope to never forget the memories of them ‘neighing’ … Read More...