Abby from Sew Much Ado joins Inspire to Create at Sew Chic and Unique with a tutorial showing how to make a toddler bib with sleeves. The sleeves keep the bib secure across the shoulders of an active and messy … Read More...
ST LOUIS CROCHET CLUB, SEPTEMBER, 2010
As usual, we had a fun gathering. Teresa, Joyce and Melinda were unable to attend but we hope to see them (and others) soon. Here’s what was offered for Show n’ Tell:
Georgia, the shop owner, showed off the huge … Read More...
New Online Scrapbook Store in Mexico
Mexican scrapbookers can now shop online at The Scraproom, a new online store in Mexico. The Scraproom was formed in 2008 by a group of friends to share hard to find supplies. They have now opened this store to allow … Read More...
Giveaway: Scrapbook Gift Basket
Jenny at A World of Crafts is giving away this Scrapbook Gift Basket on her blog. The basket includes 1 8″ x 8″ Scrapbook, 2 Scissors, 12 Chipboard memory accents, 30 Chipboard Alphabet, 16 Epoxy Brads and much more. This … Read More...
Inspiration du Jour – Lil Pumpkin
See more details here. Get even more inspiration from her gallery and blog.
DIY: Loteria Soap Shrines
Lotería, a Mexican game similar to Bingo, features interesting and eye-catching illustrations on each card. Some of my Texas-based artist friends recently participated in an art exhibit where each artist painted their take on a particular card. Then this … Read More...
Really scary suckers
Forkable.com comes up with some really truly scary candy for this halloween. Dexter blood slide lollipops! EW, gross! And maybe delicious too! I like the texture the silpat mat gives the clear candy.
Forkable.com gives a nice tutorial for … Read More...
New For Fall…Knitted Dresses From Garn Studio
Inspirations from Drops and Garn Studios in the form of knitted dresses.
I’ve always thought “meh.” about knitted dresses, but they’ve got a style all their own! … Read More...
Tutorial: No-sew Red Riding Hood and Big Bad Wolf Couple costumes for $10
Melissa from A Simple Nest shows how to make no-sew Little Red Riding Hood and Big Bad Wolf constumes for Halloween. This is a great couples costume for a party! Not only are they easy to make, they’re also inexpensive. … Read More...
Tutorial: Boutique-style jeans with tiered ruffle hems
Debbie from Squiggly Twigs Designs shows how to redesign a pair of plain-oh jeans into girly girl boutique-style jeansd with tiered ruffles at the hem. I love the angled top row of ruffles!
This is a great project for a … Read More...
Craft Gossip Dolly Donation Challenge: Wrap-up and a huge thank you!
Look at all the dollies we collected for Dolly Donations! You guys are FABULOUS!! We collected a total of 29 dollies that will go to children who have no special dolly friend to call their own. The dollies you made … Read More...
Beads of Courage
Nascar Race Mom sent me an e-mail requesting help getting the word out about Beads of Courage. If you aren’t familiar with this worthy cause, Beads of Courage is an outreach for children with serious illness. Each of the … Read More...
Spinning Recycled Denim Fibers….
While at the Northern Michigan Lamb and Wood Festival this past weekend I wandered into (technically this is correct, as in true tourist fashion I was bumping into all kinds of things and people – just ga ga over all … Read More...
Pottery Barn Felt Knock-Off Pillow
We can get inspiration from many places and the Internet is one of the most amazing resources to find new ideas and styles. Cheri! Is the mother of two boys and she loves having a project, eating anything sweet, and … Read More...
Knit A Hat, Save A Baby…..
Now your handmade cap can help save a life!
Baby caps are a simple and effective tool that can keep babies warm and ultimately contribute to reducing newborn deaths in the developing world.
In many developing countries, something as simple … Read More...
Raffia Pendant Light
I remember using this method with string to make fun sculptures when I was a kid. I even made some with my kids when they were little. It never occurred to me to use raffia as a medium! What a … Read More...
From Newspaper to Basket
Hardware Chess Set
Heather from Dollar Store Crafts features a lot of cool projects. This one was no exception. Here she found an awesome chess set made from nuts and bolts! What a great Christmas gift for that special man in your life, … Read More...
Pumpkin Patch Yard Stake
I’ve always wanted one of these cute garden stakes in my yard, no idea why I’ve never made one. Well Crafty Chic Mommy did and is it ever cute! She used vinyl for the lettering and her cutting machine. However, … Read More...
