I have to say, it was a bit of a challenge trying to stick with a caramel apple theme from appetizer to cocktail. But here goes…
1. The recipe that inspired this theme: caramel apple muffins from Smashed Peas and … Read More...
Insider Tips: Getting Over Creative Block
Veronica Jennings (Vee) posts some tips on the Studio Calico blog about how she gets over creative block. Click here to go to the post.
Inspiration du Jour – Thankful
Thankful
Get even more inspiration from her gallery.
PB Inspired Mayflower Centerpiece
Love. Love. Love! This centerpiece is so awesome, and I love that it’s a Pottery Barn knock off. Robyn’s version $5.00. Pottern Barn, $40.00. I love how Robyn from The Pink Peony of Le Jardin put this replica of the … Read More...
Yarn Wrapped Letters
I love letters, monograms, initials, anything like that. You can buy wooden letters and paper mache letters to paint, decoupage, and yes, wrap in yarn! Bailey from Let Birds Fly will show you how she made these charming yarn wrapped … Read More...
Handprint Snowman Ornaments
Oh my gosh, why didn’t I think of this? That’s what you are going to say to yourself after looking at this adorable ornament from Stephanie over at Full of Great Ideas. These would make really great gifts for … Read More...
DIY Paintbrush Santas
Aren’t these too cute? Suzy from Suzy’s Artsy-Craftsy Sitcom took some paintbrushes, cardstock, paint and glue to make these whimsical Santa ornaments. Suzy took an ornament she had received in an ornament exchange several years ago, recreated it and put … Read More...
Kiln Forming at Vitrum Studios
It’s time to cruise the country looking for interesting glass classes. Across the country from me, over on the east coast, Vitrum Studios is offering what looks to be a very good class on kiln forming, also known as kiln … Read More...
Tutorial: Anthropologie-inspired appliqued shirt
Stephanie from The Crimson Owl created this fabulous appliqued tank, inspired by a similar shirt from Anthropologie. She shares a tutorial showing how she did it. Get the tute.
[photo from The Crimson Owl]
[via Thimble]
Tutorial: Vintage style circular party apron
Bramcost Publications shares a tutorial on their blog showing how to make a vintage style circular party apron. It’s part of their 12 Days of a Vintage Handmade Holiday series. The gathered circle creates a beautifully shaped apron. Go to … Read More...
DIY Modern Art Plates
Inspired by an expensive Marimekko Plates display, these adorable plates are made by kids! That’s right, simply get some dollar store plates and some paint markers and you are ready to go. Get the full instructions for this kid friendly … Read More...
Tutorial: No-sew pom pom flower garland
shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make a no-sew pom pom flower garland. You can make the fluffy flowers out of long strips of fabric. Time to raid your scrap bin! Get the tute.
New Site for Food Bloggers
Do you have a WordPress food blog? Did you know about WordPress’s new site, FoodPress? It’s all about promoting WordPress food bloggers. Learn more about FoodPress HERE. And learn more about getting featured.
So you want to be … Read More...
Pumpkin Pie on a Stick
I can’t possibly say it enough: Everything is better on a stick. OK, perhaps I have said it too much, I just can’t help it. I must spread truth. Learn to make pumpkin pie on a stick HERE at Serious … Read More...
Tutorial: Dorset-button brooch
Remember the tutorial by Sister Diane Gilleland (CraftyPod) for making dorset buttons? She has a great new use for those pretty tidbits — a dorset-button brooch. See her blog post for the how-to.
How to use a laying tool
Confession: I’ve read enough expert embroidery blogs to know I probably need a laying tool. But I haven’t bought one because I wouldn’t have a clue how to use it. Mary Corbet to the rescue! Mary’s new video tute demonstrating … Read More...
Jess stitches data
This combo of geekiness and stitchy skill by Jessica of bren & jess gives me shivers of delight. She says,
… Read More...I used the data on this page, of compound interest on $1 at 3% – 8%, to create the stitch
Freebie: Winter Boy Digital Stamp
Download this cute winter boy digi stamp for free from the German blog LinGe de Paterco.
-Heather
Looking for more digital stamps and SVG files? We love using the Design bundle to download our digital stamps. Make sure you check … Read More...
Get the latest stitch files from SharonB
SharonB of Pin Tangle blog has just released the third set in her series of stitch files. She says,
… Read More...These worksheets are designed by me to build into a hand embroiderer’s resource file. The files are part stitch dictionary, part
More free Sajou alphabets
Several gorgeous vintage Sajou alphabets have been uploaded over at the Free Pattern Maker blog. Pictured above are selections from Sajou 236 and Sajou 235. If you haven’t visited Ramzi’s blog, it’s time to check it out!