I’ve never been a fan of knitted jewelry. Probably because I’ve never really worn a lot of jewelry, other than rings, and earrings, and necklaces and bracelets… ok, I like jewelry just like the next girl, but knitted jewelry? Not … Read More...
Paper bracelets
Alma Stoller has been busy making nifty paper bracelets. These wordy repurposed cardstock bracelets even get a seal of approval from Alma’s 13-year old daughter. Take a look at Alma’s blog for her free tutorial and whip up a new … Read More...
Ta Dah!: Valentine Tumbler Quilt
Care from Obsessively Stitching made this super cute quilt to get in the mood for Valentine’s Day. Using a tumbler block she highlighted reds and pinks from her stash then backed it with Ultra Cuddle. Visit her blog to see … Read More...
Tutorial: Cross couch throw
Kathleen of Whip Up fame has a New Year’s gift for bloggers. Here’s a sketch of what you will be making – a Cozy Cross Couch Throw. Go to the tutorial.
Stenciled Desk
This desk really caught my eye today. The first thing I noticed were its lovely curves. I just love the character this desk possesses, and Christina gave it a facelift and some beautiful stenciling to take it over the top. … Read More...
Quick Profile – Martin Cheek, Mosaic Artist
I’ve been introduced to Martin Cheek by my good friend Leigh Adams. Martin is a published author on the subject of mosaics and makes the most wonderful and whimsical pieces. He’s based in the UK but does have an upcoming … Read More...
$2 Chair Makeover
I love furniture makeovers. What I love even more is saving a ton of money. Turning someone’s discarded items into your own treasures can be so gratifying! Gina from The Shabby Chic Cottage will take you step by step through … Read More...
Bridesmaid Card
This sweet will you be my bridesmaid card created by Lori Reudi of Paper and Thread caught my eye on The Wedding Chicks blog! I love the neutral palette, but the card could easily be customized for any color … Read More...
DIY Felt Fortune Cookies
These Fortune Cookies are a simple but a darling way to convey your Valentine’s Greetings. These should be inexpensive enough for the children to take to School and maybe they could make a large one for their teacher. Red for … Read More...
Hogwarts Cake
Please, please go check out this awesome (because that’s the best word for it) Harry Potter birthday cake created by Cosmo Cookie. It’s a gingerbread Hogwarts atop a chocolate cake. There’s even a hut for Hagrid.
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Product Review – Cupcake Batter Dispenser
When I spotted this cupcake batter dispenser at Amanda’s site, , my first thought was “Where will I store this?” You see, I have so much extraneous kitchenware, my drawers are overflowing. I have to keep stuff stored in bins … Read More...
Tutorial: Razzelberry Apron with halter-style top
Kelly from Sewing in No Man’s Land shows how to make her Razzelberry Apron with a halter-style top and a large sash at the waist. I love, love, love the lines of this apron! Oh, the possibilities for fabric choice … Read More...
Tutorial: Decorative diagonal pleats
Pam from Off the Cuff Sewing Style shows how to add a decorative diagonal pleats to your sewing project. Because they’re on the bias, there’s a trick (which she shows) for keeping the pleat from sagging. She shows them on … Read More...
Tutorial: How to make a receiving blanket
Kim from Triangle Shirt shows how to make a simple receiving blanket. The two-layer blanket features a novelty print woven cotton on the top backed with a knit fabric to be soft against baby’s newborn skin. It’s a quick, easy … Read More...
Tutorial: Vintage “Magic Blouse” from the 1950s
Ring in the Vintage New Year continues at Bramcost Publications with a free pattern for making this 1950s vintage “magic blouse” tutorial. The elegant wrapped blouse is made from a rectangle of jersey fabric. Get the tutorial.
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Tutorial: Tiered gathered skirt for girls
Catherine from Cat on a Limb shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make a cute tiered skirt for girls. The layers are oh, so girly! It’s a quick, easy skirt to sew up, and you don’t need … Read More...
Technique Video: Close To My Heart
Close to My Hearts latest technique and idea video focuses on mixed media including stamping on buttons and metal embellishments, a cool marbling technique and lots more to inspire you. Click here to watch.
-Heather
Free Printables for Valentine’s Day Treats
Find a roundup of free printables to wrap your Valentine’s Day sweets HERE at Pizzazzerie, including these treat bags from Twig & Thistle and candy bar wrappers from th Nice Package blog.
SOME PRETTY VINTAGE
http://blog.bramcostpublications.com/2011/01/02/ring-in-the-vintage-new-year-day-2-vintage-crochet-hatpurse-pattern.aspx
This pretty vintage hat – and its matching clutch purse – are available free from the link above. Bramcoast Publications has a run of 15 free vintage patterns for the first 15 days of January, 2011 – not all … Read More...
Kool-Aid Pickles
Thank you, I Believe I Can Fry, thank you for introducing me to the Koolickle, or pickles soaked in brine and Kool-Aid, a Mississippi specialty I knew nothing of. Learn to make Koolickles HERE at I Believe I Can … Read More...