a little bit of everything shows how to make one small addition to a fabric napkin so that it stays put. She adds a buttonhole to the corner. Brilliant! Get the how-to.
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Winners of the Lavender Harvest giveaway
I am very disappointed that the Lavender harvest giveaway had to be put on hold. Sylvia informed me that she was having a family crisis and could no longer participate in this giveaway after she closed her ETSY shop. Since … Read More...
Tutorial: Super simple scarf with chain embellishment
Taylor from MaryJanes and Galoshes guest blogs over at The Idea Room with a tutorial showing how to make this super simple scarf with metal chain embellishment. The little metal circles hanging from the side of the scarf give it … Read More...
Tip: Setting Flocking Powder
Have you tried flocking powder yet? Really? Why not? It’s fun and easy and adds a wonderful fuzzy feeling to any paper craft project. But it does have one draw back, it can be a little messy and hard to … Read More...
Tutorial: Make a baby bib from a vintage towel
Head over to Bloesem Kids to find out how to make this retro-fabulous baby bib out of a vintage towel. This makes me so happy!! I often see these vintage towels at rummage sales or thrift stores and love their … Read More...
Love-Hate T-Shirt tutorial
Nikki from Nikki In Stitches set no limits on her creative energy when she made this T-shirt quilt, her first in this genre. I love her creation complete with a Race for the Cure block.
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Tutorial: Fluffy flower t-shirt
Nina from Momma Go Round guest blogs over at Just Another Day in Paradise with a tutorial showing how to make this fluffy flower shirt. So pretty! Get the how-to.
[photo from Just Another Day in Paradise]
Tutorial: Add ruffle embellishments to a pair of shoes
Lookie who’s guest blogging over at Whip Up! It’s Disney from Ruffles and Stuff! Though she stepped away from blogging earlier this year, she takes a break from her self-imposed exile to show how to dress up a plain … Read More...
Tutorial: Make a child’s boatneck knit dress
Ashley from Make It and Love It shows how to make this child’s boatneck knit dress. She made it from an adult-sized knit shirt. Get the tutorial to find out how to make this refashion.
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Vintaj Natural Brass Co.
You may know that Vintaj has oodles of jewelry findings and embellishments to jazz up your jewelry designs. Did you also know they have weekly giveaways for readers of their blog? They randomly select a comment from all that are … Read More...
Quilting Arts gift edition
It’s time to start thinking about holiday crafting. Just out, Interweave’s special edition magazine Quilting Arts Gifts 2010/2011 is sure to get us in the mood for decorating and gift-giving. There are several quilt projects including a reversible tote that … Read More...
Free charts: Cross-stitch
We’ve chosen the best hand-embroidery patterns for you to attempt this week! We offer something for everyone, whether you’re a novice or a seasoned veteran. Our free cross-stitch patterns range from simple cross-stitch patterns to more complex floral and animal … Read More...
DIY: Pumpkin Face Mask
Ashley English recently did a guest post on the Whipup blog. There she shared a recipe for a Pumpkin Face Mask, a great treat for skin this Autumn.
The Great Pumpkin Patch Face Mask
The Goods:
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Tutorial: Easy fix for a neckline that’s too big
Altering children’s clothing can be a real hassle, especially when it comes to necklines. As children grow, their bodies change shape and their clothes no longer fit. One of the common problems with children’s shirts is the neckline being too … Read More...
Float Frame
This cool frame is made from vinyl die cuts and two layers of glass. This makes it look like it’s floating in the air. This is an easy project that anyone can do and Carloyn, over at The Crafty Penguin, … Read More...
Free pattern: Spa hair drying wrap
Molly from The Creative Maven shares a free pattern and tutorial for making this spa hair drying wrap. Use it to wrap up your hair after a shower or bath. The terry cloth will absorb the moisture from your web … Read More...
Tutorial: Candy corn bunting
Jen from Tatertots and Jello shows how to make a fun fall decoration – a candy corn bunting. Get the tutorial.
[photo from Tatertots and Jello]
New Knit Circus Is Out!!
There are soooo many cool projects in this issue of Knit Circus Gifts! A baby’s holiday dress and vest, hats, cuffs, earwarmers, scarves and shawls, Bath set, socks……. wow!
The fingerless mitts pictured are my favorite. I love working with … Read More...
Working with CopprClay
Cyndi at Beading Arts shares some general tips for working with CopprClay. She also has some simple pendant ideas made from CopprClay. And don’t forget to check out her archives for more metal clay fun!
Book Release: Coloring Book for Stampers
No, not *that* kind of coloring book, it’s a book about coloring your stamped images 🙂 There’s already alot of buzz online about this new book from Annie’s Attic called Coloring Techniques for Card Making, it’s full of instructions and … Read More...