Terri Stegmiller shares a free pattern at 3 Creative Studios for making her Big Tote. This roomy bag measures 21″ wide by 18″ tall. Make it from decor weight fabrics for extra sturdiness. Get the free pattern.
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Tutorial: Yoga mat bag
Andie from Andie Johnson Sews shares a tutorial on her blog for making this bag to carry a yoga mat. The long skinny drawstring bag slings easily over your shoulder and makes it easy to transport your mat to and … Read More...
Gingerbread Beach Huts
Loving this year-round gingerbread idea: a row of beach huts. Oh my goodness, there’s even a little seagull. Find the beach huts HERE at Lucy Vanilla, find more images HERE, and find the recipe and how-tos HERE.
Marshmallow Topped Cupcakes
I know I posted on the marshmallow-as-cupcake-frosting idea before (here), but I love the use of colored marshmallows. Much more festive, yes? Find the idea HERE at Tabemashou!.
Chocolate Rolled Valentine’s Cookies
Oooh, I have to love a recipe that contains liqueur. And chocolate. And that involves cookie decorating. Find a recipe for rolled chocolate cookies HERE at Glorious Treats, and find links to frosting and decorating how-tos.
Freebie: Printable Butterfly Valentines
These butterfly Valentines are always very popular! Add a lollipop for a cute Valentine’s day handout for the office or classroom. These are so easy to make and quick too. So don’t worry if you have left Valentine’s day activities … Read More...
Swap: Valentine Cards
FavesCrafts blog is having their first card swap! Here’s what they had to say about it:
“Swaps are a fun way to facilitate a sense of community among our crafty readers. Plus, everyone likes getting snail mail! If you have … Read More...
Scrap Your Year: Project Scrap 2011
Shabby Princess is running a year long project to help you get an entire album completed for 2011. Her idea, Project Scrap twenty eleven is simple: you take two photos a week, and make two layouts each month using her … Read More...
Article: Upgrading to a DSLR
This article by Sebastian Anthony on Tecca Beta outlines things you should consider when deciding if to upgrade from a compact point and shoot camera. Click here to go to the article.
Inspiration du Jour – Silly Boy
Silly Boy by crystalbella77. Get even more inspiration from her gallery and blog.
Bloggy book tour for Quilt Remix
Take an online tour to see what some superstar bloggers are saying about Emily Cier’s new book Quilt Remix.
Newsy: Fat Quarter Friday tutorials
The crafty talent behind 2 little hooligans just launched a new set of tutorials that focus on using a fat quarter in a sewing project. She’s a busy work at home mom so she promises all projects will be small … Read More...
Egg and Muffin Toaster
My husband couldn’t resist. He just ordered one of these egg and muffin toasters
. Hmmm. Reviews forthcoming…
Ta Dah!: Nursery door pillow for baby girl
Papgena from Papgena Made It created this bedroom sign for her daughter’s nursery using a range of techniques to include needlework, felt and quilting. It’s adorable. Visit her post.
Newsy: By George! exhibit in New Mexico
The work of George Mendoza – athlete turned FreeSpirit fabric designer – is the theme of a juried quilt exhibit By George! Feb 4 – Feb 26, 2011 in New Mexico. The show is sponsored by the Las Colcheras Quilt … Read More...
Valentines Day Gift Ideas – Bath Fizzies
Valentines Day is just around the corner. Want to try something different that he/she will love that includes words of love. Once dissolved, these bath fizzies reveal secret messages for your valentine. I found these romantic bath fizzies at MarthaStewart.com… Read More...
Free pattern: Ruffled sunsuit for baby girl
Little Betty shares a pattern and tutorial on her blog for this sweet ruffled sunsuit for a baby girl. The ruffles across the back are sooo cute! The pattern is in a size 1, but could probably adjust it up or … Read More...
Tutorial: Silk color block throw pillow
Sew4Home shares a tutorial for making their Good Fortune silk color block pillows. They’re beautiful from the silk, but they’d be pretty made out of other fabric types as well. Get the tutorial.
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A Hoodee For Your Bamboletta!
Well, why not knit a hoodee for it? And while you’re at it, be sure to knit a matching one for you!
Toys & Treats for Little Guests
What a sweet idea to create special favors for younger wedding guests! Grey Like Weddings discovered these adorable pillow boxes from Cute Tape that can be stuffed with trinkets and treats kids will love. A wonderful way to keep the … Read More...