Suesan over at the blog Frou-Frugal came up with this cool idea using pipe strapping. After checking out some video tutorials on basket weaving, she went to work creating this funky metal basket.
See how she made this unique metal … Read More...
Mouse Pad Makeover
Over the years I have purchased several mouse pads to replace the ones that get all “icky” for lack of a better term. 😉 I wish Leanne had shared this post back then, as I would definitely have used this … Read More...
Corn Husk Wreath
Maryann from Domestically Speaking was inspired by a wreath project she saw over at Martha Stewart’s site. I love the way Maryann’s wreath came out! A very inexpensive project for fall to dress up your home.
See the corn husk … Read More...
Mixing Chocolate with Cocktails
Two of my favorite things…chocolate and cocktails. If you can fit mac n’ cheese in there, too, that would be heaven. Learn about “bespoke” (custom) cocktails, mixology, and pairing flavors (bourbon, neat, goes with ice cream sundaes) HERE at Serious … Read More...
Castle Peeps to stitch and sew
Nicole of Follow the White Bunny has teamed up with fabric designer Lizzy House to produce hand-embroidery patterns based on Lizzy’s latest line, Castle Peeps. Nicole’s e-newsletter says,
… Read More...First to be released (this month) is the Castle Peeps Royal Sampler
Inspiration: Alexandra J. Walters
Oh, my goodness. The embroidered portraits by Alexandra J. Walters are truly remarkable. See her posts on Meet Me in the Dayroom. And be sure to check out her flickr pool.
Inspiration: Cinderberry Stitches
These tiny hand-stitched bluebird buttons make my heart sing. See more on the blog of their creator, Natalie Lymer of Cinderberry Stitches.
Inspiration: Allison Aller
Allie Aller has finished her High Summer crazy quilt; and, as always, it’s spectacular. Be sure to go to her blog and click the images so you can see close-ups of the embroidered photo centerpiece and the gorgeous pieced borders. … Read More...
Inspiration: Checkout Girl
Look what happens when Checkout Girl Melissa Crowe stitch-doodles. *happy sigh* See more on her blog.
New stitch tutes from Sarah
Here are several new tutorials from Sarah Whittle:
(1) Darning stitch
(2) Closed cretan stitch leaves
(3) Closed cretan stitch
A whole bunch of recycled necklaces
Tutorial: Scrap-fabulous soft knit earflap hats
Cheri from I Am Momma Hear Me Roar shows how to make these scrap-fabulous earflap hats from scrap knit fabrics. You can use old t-shirts and other repurposed knits for this project. These would be awesome projects for boys, though … Read More...
Owls and Cupcakes and Wrappers
Find a roundup of lots of owl cupcakes HERE at Cupcakes Take the Cake, such as these from Confabulation in the Kichen. (Some dedicated Edible Crafts fans may recognize prior features in the bunch.) And, taking a cue … Read More...
Tutorial: Mini-tote from old jeans
Stefi from Just Chic shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make this cute mini-tote purse out of an old pair of jeans. Beading and a happy bow tied around one of the handles are a fun combination … Read More...
Eye Candy: Leaping Lollipops
I adore this clever photograph from This Charming Candy: breakfast flavored lollipops popping up from the toaster. Find more yummy flavors at This Charming Candy’s etsy shop.
Halloween Cake Pops
And to keep the cake pops coming…. check out these Halloween cake pops HERE at Family Circle.
[tags]bakerella, Halloween, cake pops, lollipop sticks[/tags]
Pop-Tarts on a Stick and bakerella
Learn how to make these bakerella-inspired Pop-Tarts on a stick HERE at babble, and read a bonus interview with the one and only bakerella about her new book, Cake Pops
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[tags]Pop-Tarts, pie, lollipop sticks, bakerella[/tags]
Homemade Pop-tarts are really … Read More...
Family Tree Craft Round Up
Toddler Brain has 4 great Family Tree Ideas just in time for Grandparent’s Day. You’ll definitely want to check them out!
Tutorial: Quilted seatbelt covers
Megan from Bug Creator celebrates National Sewing Month with a tutorial showing how to make a quilted cover for a seatbelt strap. The padded cover wraps around the seatbelt to keep it from chaffing the necks of small children. A … Read More...
Paper Plate Mummy
Our very own Home and Garden Editor has a cute Mummy craft over at Craftown.com. She’s even looking for contributors…interested? This mummy is so cute, and I’m not a huge mummy fan:)
