I’m very impressed with this collection of bookmarks. I like to make bookmarks for quick gifts. It’s so easy to find a pattern that is suited to just about anyone’s tastes. These are especially cute.
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Party Monday: Polka Dots!
1. decorate. DIY felt garland tutorial from the purl bee.
2. decorate. DIY polka dot party hat tutorial from Birthday Girl.
3. serve. Polka dot platter from Seltzer Studios.
4. play. Dot bingo … Read More...
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month
In honour of Breast Cancer Awareness month, Lisa Ottosson will be posting weekly breastcancer information on her blog during October. She will be including posts on pink crafting all month long to help raise awareness.
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Strawberry Margarita JellO Shots
With tequila! And salt on the rim! And lime garnish! In strawberry “shot glasses”! And cute as can be to boot. Is it bad I want to do a shot of tequil
a at 8 am? Probably. But learn how … Read More...
Tips for Getting Good Photos of Your Pets
Here are a couple of articles to help you capture photos of the furry members of your family. Catster has posted 10 Tips for Getting Good Photos of Your Cat, while Dogster provides 5 Ways to Improve Your Pet … Read More...
Inspiration du Jour – No Reservations
Ghost Globes
I think luminaries might be my favorite craft for Halloween. I love the way they light up the dark, shining the path up your sidewalk for trick or treaters. Spooky, goofy, cute or eery, luminaries come in many different designs … Read More...
Aluminum Foil Luminaries
We’ve all seen the luminaries made from old vegetable cans. Parents with young children are hesitant to make these because you need to use a hammer and a nail to poke the holes in the can and the resulting holes … Read More...
Floating Ghost
Tuesdee over at Everyday is a Crafting Day shows you how to make this fun floating ghost. A great decoration for your Halloween arsenal, and very easy to make with minimal supplies. Sure to become of of your family’s favorite … Read More...
DIY: Reusable Makeup Remover Pads
Tipnut recently featured a free crochet pattern from Heldasland for reusable Makeup Remover Pads. These are easy to make and environmentally friendly!
Eyeball Lights
Annie Rose took some round lantern lights and with some acrylic paint turned them into bloodshot eyes. These would be the perfect decoration for a Halloween party. I could see a string or these in one area or single lights … Read More...
Tutorial: Art journal for kids and grownups, too
Vanessa from LBG Studio takes part in Inspire to Create at Sew Chic & Unique with a tutorial showing how to make an art journal for kids and grownups alike. The fabric notebook cover is easily closed with an elastic … Read More...
Tutorial: Ringsling baby carrier
Neeza from Neeza Needles shows how to make a ringsling baby carrier. The gorgeous fabric she uses in her example is repurposed from a pareo (wrap skirt). Get the tutorial.
[photo from Neeze Needles]
Tutorial: No Big Dill Monster softie from felt
Olivia from Olivia in NC shares a tutorial at No Big Dill showing how to make her No Big Dill Monster Softie from felt. Isn’t he CUTE?? I’m lovin’ the trio of pompom eyes! And if you give him a … Read More...
Tutorial: Pretty ruffled tank
Shannon from googiemomma shares a tutorial on her blog showing how she made this pretty ruffled tank. I love the way the striped fabric looks when it’s all gathered up into ruffles! Go to the tutorial.
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Homemade bloody mary mix and how to can it
Homemade bloody mary mix
Originally uploaded by Paula Wirth
A good Bloody Mary is something to be treasured and being able to make your won healthy and delicious mix is a great asset. Also, imagine whipping out said delicious homemade … Read More...
Destash for a good cause
Do you have any beads lingering in your studio that you know you’ll never use? Donate your unused stash to a good cause! Robin Atkins at Beadlust shares that her friend Corinne is seeking bead donations to help women in … Read More...
Ghost Cupcake Toppers
In a world flooded with cupcake toppers and wrappers, it’s pretty hard to stand out. I think these Lil’ Ghosties do the job quite well. Find the printable HERE at the (insanely cute) etsy shop, Go Make Me. See … Read More...
Salty Caramel Apples
Something about these pretzel covered caramel apples just got to me. Yes, I like salty and sweet, but I think it’s the silly beauty of the pretzel pieces. Abstract art apples? Find them HERE at Charm of the Carolines. … Read More...
More Halloween Pancakes
Halloween is one of those times of year where the fun of spooky treats and creative food ideas takes center stage, and Halloween pancakes are the perfect way to start off a frightfully fun day! If you’re anything like me, … Read More...