You can download this doily clip art free from Martha Stewart Crafts. great for cards, scrapbooking and gift wrapping! Click here to go to the download. There is also a tutorial for making the cookie tins as shown.
Say It Isn’t So Food Network
Sigh. Ace of Cakes has been canceled. And this news has been confirmed on Duff’s bakery site, Charm City Cakes. And in the farewell post, Duff applies the terms “genuine” and “wacky” to the show. I have … Read More...
Inspiration du Jour – Reunion Dinners
Reunion Dinners
Get even more inspiration from her gallery and blog
Thanksgiving Treats Roundup
Find a great roundup of Thanksgiving treats HERE at The Crafty Crow, including this gum drop turkey from Design. Wash. Repeat.
Tutorial: Sewing hooks, eyes, and snaps securely
Susan Khalje shares a tutorial at the Threads blog showing how to sew on hooks, eyes, and snaps
. The simple hand stiches look nice and attach the findings securely to the garment. Go to the tutorial.
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Tutorial: Lil Hand Warmers to put in your pockets
Stacie from The Creative Crate guest blogs at Someday Crafts with a tutorial showing how to make her Lil Hand Warmers. The small rice-filled flannel pouches can be heated in the microwave and then put them in your kids’ coat … Read More...
Sewing Pattern Tutorial: Ruffled fabric pomander ball
Kirstin & Jordan from KojoDesigns share a tutorial on their blog showing how to use your scrap stash to make a ruffled fabric pomander ball, no sewing required. I love the way the colors and prints are all mish mashed … Read More...
Tutorial – Yarn Ball and Ornament Wreath
Cowls Are Hot!
And this is Maddy Laine’s contribution to this latest craze.
This Wrap of Many Colors is a simple-to-knit reverse stockinette stitch combined in a versatile wrap that is shaped from the lower edge, creating a comfortable fit around the neck … Read More...
Punk Projects and Online Classes
Katie over at Punk Projects sent over a link to her blog and her Indie Style Online classes. The Punk Projects site has tutorials and lots and lots of inspiration.
It’s not too late to sign up for the Deck … Read More...
Guinness Cake. That Looks like a Pint of Guinness.
The genius of this Guinness cake can not be denied. A cake that contains a pint of Guinness and looks like a pint of Guinness? I mean really. Find the recipe HERE at The Island of Dr. Gateau.
A Jelly Shot Thanksgiving
Nothing mixes better with Thanksgiving and family than jelly shots. In fact, jelly shots could very well save an eight hour day of Thanksgiving and family. The Jelly Shot Test Kitchen created these Thanksgiving jelly shots for Saveur. Learn how … Read More...
Knit A Dead Head!
My husband hunts. So do I. My husband dabbles in taxidermy. I do not. But, only because of time constraints, I’d rather knit (plus there is the lack of any talent regarding painting…) But with this technique, I can knit … Read More...
6 Pretty Pinecone Projects
Pine Cones. Pinecones. ? However you see it, spell it, or type it, pinecones are a fabulous craft medium that can be formed into Christmas trees, bird feeders, wreaths, and tons more. Here are some pretty pinecone projects I was … Read More...
National Exhibition of Patchwork in Sevilla
This gorgeous quilt Día de Mercado de Juana Castañeda, won first prize at the National Exhibition of Patchwork in Sevilla, Spain. Marisa from Las Telitas de Marisa shares this photo of the event and many more, including the second … Read More...
Giveaway: Bloom Creek Quilts book
Magnolia Bay Quilts is hosting a giveaway of this new book Bloom Creek by Vicki Bellino. To read more about the book, and how to win go to post. Contest ends Nov 24, 2010.
Free Printables for “Kids” Turkey Day Table Setting
Lily’s Laundry has graciously provided downloads for all of her printables to help make your children’s table amazing. She has a banner, invitations, place settings, cones and turkey cut outs. She can also personalize them if you email her for … Read More...
Homemade Gifts Kids Can Make From the HeART- Craft Lessons
Pink and Green Mama has a brand new lesson plan bok that contains 53 pages of Homemade Gifts that Kids can make. The PDF book is only $8 and perfect to order just before gifts are needed.
Christmas Tree Banner Craft Kit
Its not very often that I find great ‘kits’ for kids crafts online…( if you are hiding out there, let me know!) But this kit is adorable, and definitely a keeper. Visit Smart-Bottom Enterprises to order yours in time for … Read More...
Tutorial: Santa sack Advent calendar
Destri from The Mother Huddle shows how to make this hanging Advent calendar. Each day is marked with a little red velvet Santa sack. How cute!! The little sacks are quick and easy to sew – an important consideration making … Read More...