Janet M. Davies (JMD Designs) has pulled together into one page a whole series of projects using the same design or theme. It’s amazing to see, for example, the same seahorse pattern rendered seven different ways. I’m definitely … Read More...
Learn techniques from Ruth’s banner project
Have you been following Ruth O’Leary‘s series on the St. Cuthbert’s banner? Back in September she reminded us,
… Read More...This is a fantastic project commissioned by the Northumbrian Association to make a new version of a lost medieval processional banner
Pilgrim Hats from Ice Cream Cones
Ice cream cone pilgrim hats? I’ve seen plenty of pilgrim hat cookies, but this is a first for me. Learn to make Pilgrim hat ice cream cones (turned snack holders) HERE at Family Corner.
Tutorial: Handprint turkey Thanksgiving shirt
Cammie from Balance the Busy shows how to use a freezer paper stencil to create a Thanksgiving keepsake t-shirt with the classic handprint turkey. The freezer paper creates crisp, clean edges for the design. You can let your child help … Read More...
Stormy Tea Cup Cupcakes
Can you believe this darling-ness in a tea cup is meant to cover a cupcake error? Find tips on making this stormy sea teacup cupcake HERE at Not A Rabbit.
Tutorial: Reversible overlapping circle placemats with family photos
Colleen Babcock from The Magic Bean guest blogs over at Tatertots and Jello with a how-to for making this reversible overlapping circles placemat. Some of the circles are made from fabric printed with photos. One side is made from everyday … Read More...
Free pattern: Elf stockings
Charlotte from The Charlotte Letters shares a free pattern for making an elf stocking. I love the scalloped cuff and the whimsical curled toe! Get the pattern.
[photo from The Charlotte Letters]
Free pattern: Lincoln Continental car softie
My jaw hit the ground when I saw this car softie by Little Dream Factory. It’s a soft fleece Lincoln Continental! Squeeal! She shares a free pattern and tutorial. You know you want to make one! Get the pattern and … Read More...
Tutorial: Ruffled onesie outfit
Camilla from Rosy Red Buttons shows how a plain onesie becomes a whole outfit, and a cute one at that, with the addition of some fabric ruffles and a rosette embellishment. She also shows how to make a matching hairclip. … Read More...
Freebie: Downloads from West Elm
Organize your “Happy Place” with mini bolts
Maggie from Smashed Peas and Carrots shares how she organizes her fabrics to the greatest advantage for inducing creativity. She says, It’s easy and inexpensive. Her secret for creating mini bolts is an unexpected use of a product. … Read More...
Recipe Tuesday: Vintage Thanksgiving (Really Vintage)
I’m sure it’s apparent already, but I’m a school geek. Total nerd. Research, writing, papers… bring ’em on. I even snuck an irrelevant chapter on the history of the decorated cookie in my book. I own fascimiles of both… Read More...
Giveaways Reminder
This is to remind you about our giveaways, some of which are about to close. There is the fabulous Amy Sedaris giveaway to win a $250 voucher to your favourite craft store (plus 10 copies of her latest book), an … Read More...
Free Online Class: Digital Memory Keeping
Big Picture Classes is offering a free self-paced class called Introduction to Digital Memory Keeping. The class was designed by Lisa Cohen. In the class she discusses the advantage of digital memory keeping and demonstrates her work flow. Click … Read More...
Are you a beader?
Lark Crafts’ Ray Hemachandra recently posed the questions, what do beaders share in common and what sets them apart? Ray polled an impressive set of beaders for their responses — superstar authors in Lark Jewelry & Beading’s Beadweaving Master Class … Read More...
New Release: The Greeting Farm
The Greeting Farm has just released some adorable new unmounted rubber stamps and some digi’s as well. Cute and cuddly for winter and the up coming holidays, click here to see what’s new with TGF.
-Heather
IF YOU LIKE AMIGURUMI….
If you like amigurumi, you’ll love the designs on this website. There are quite a few free patterns and some you can purchase. Lots of cuteness here – like this cutie patootie cap:
2011 Whip Up calendar available
Kathreen of Whip Up announces the 2011 Whip Up calendar is now available as a downloadable or hard copy. Each month features a crafters’ unique gifts. Visit the post to see the lineup January through December. Scroll down the page.
Freebie: Holiday To-Do List
Jenny of Allsorts has created a Holiday themed To Do list. The list is available as a free download and comes in a PDF format. Click here to go to the download.
Inspiration du Jour – Sit
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