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Visit the Penny Black blog for loads of cute stamped mini Valentine cards to inspire you!
-Heather
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Everywhere everybody is noting the threat to the popularity of cupcakes posed by pie. (See here at NPR.) Which is why I love this article from Good suggesting motivations for predicting trends, predicting the food trend of 2011 … Read More...
Since foods that mimic other foods are on my loves list, I couldn’t resist this roast vegetable cake from Trissalicious. And this gorgeous vision is clearly more than mere hyberbole, to boot. Find the recipe HERE.
This week’s mosaic was brought to you by complete randomness: I asked my muse (aka my daughter) for a theme. She said: pink. LIGHT pink. So here we go, a selection of clay goodies in pink:
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1. games. A complete kit with all the supplies at amazon.
2. cupcakes. Have a dot theme, with these straw and dot cupcake toppers from etsy shop Hey Yo Yo.
3. favors. Don’t forget grandma’s cat … Read More...
Teapot Cozy, that is. My yard is covered with inches (perhaps a foot) of snow, so I’m thinking ‘crochet’ and ‘cozy’ sound about right. And, I put on a pot of tea. Then…..I found this pretty teapot cozy complete with … Read More...
Remember those delicious classic candies called nonpareils? Sweet confections decorated with tiny balls of sugar that were as appealing to look at as they were to eat. I just discovered an online magazine by the same name that’s brimming with … Read More...
Welcome to our latest roundup article! Today, we’re excited to share with you 9 “Eat” kitchen wall art sign projects that you can make at home. As a crafter and a foodie, you’ll love these projects that are specifically designed … Read More...
Sew Happy Geek shares a tutorial on her blog, Excell Crafts, for making a quilted gadget case. Whether it’s a phone, a camera, or even an iPod, you can keep your gadget safe and sound in this pretty quilted sleeve. … Read More...
Vanessa from Crafty Gemini created this Kiddie Handle as a way to keep up with her young son when they’re out and about, and she shares a tutorial showing how she did it. It’s essentially a long strap that hangs … Read More...
If you’ve been avoiding ironing your laminated cottons because you think you’ll destroy your pretty shiny fabric, you’ll be happy to know that it can be done. Kelly from Oilcloth Addict posts on her blog telling how to do it. … Read More...
Vanessa from the Crafty Gemini shares how she made this kiddie handle – a leash that’s perhaps more empowering for a toddler. Besides the DIY video she’s going to give this one away. Go to post.
Sky Turtle shares a free pattern and tutorial for making these dressy shorts. The unique waistband is made from a combination of fabric and wide elastic, and the deep pleats on the pockets are dressy like trousers. Love, love!! Her … Read More...
The Quick Unpick shows how to make this fabulous layered twirly skirt. Pickups all around the second layer make it feel like a princess skirt. Go to the tutorial.
[photo from The Quick Unpick]
[via Totally Tutorials]
Elizabeth Allen shares a tutorial video to make this sweet bee Valentine’s Day card on her blog, using some new stamps from Penny Black.
-Heather
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I’m sure you remember the fun and creative competition that I participated in called Crafting with the Stars hosted by Tam at Sew Dang Cute. Well season two is ready to begin, so it’s time to enter your best … Read More...
Brittany Kinsey lucky #8 is the winner of our quickie 3 day giveaway. Congratulations Brittany I am sure you will enjoy this new book and a big thanks to Lizet for sharing her lovely ETSY shop lizetfrijters with us. I … Read More...
Bramcost Publications is ringing in the new year with 15 days of free vintage patterns and tutorials. They start with a scarf trimmed with silk carnations. When tied around the neck (or perfectly coiffed hair) the result is a bouquet … Read More...
Cathe from Just Something I Made takes a depression-era quilt remnant, scans it and shows how to have fun with the digital prints. To learn more, go to the post.
