Halloween is just around the corner, but there’s still time to make a costume for your little girl. Wendy from Gurgle Turtle guest blogs at Prudent Baby showing how to make a quick and easy poodle skirt. Go to the … Read More...
Tutorial: Pincushion from a tuna can
Kara from Creations by Kara shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make a pretty pincushion from a recycled tuna can. Get the how-to.
[photo from Creations by Kara]
[via Dollar Store Crafts]
Tutorial: Trick or Treat bag
Fishsticks and Fries shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make this Trick or Treat bag. The squarish shape (6″ wide, 6″ deep, 9″ tall) makes it easy to dig through all the treats that are collected inside. … Read More...
Tutorial: Burlap placemat with flower embellishment
Ameroonie Designs guest blogs over at U Create with a tutorial showing how to create a burlap placemat with a gathered fabric flower embellishment. A set of these placemats would be so pretty on a fall table! Go to the … Read More...
Design Team Call : PaperWorks Stamps
PaperWorks stamps is looking for new design team members, you can find all the info you need to apply by clicking here.
-Heather
CG Giveaway: Simplify quilt book
We have closed this giveaway, winners announced here. My copy of Simplify: Quilts for the Modern Home came in the mail this week. Author Camille Roskelley extols the virtues of the quilting life but keeps it simple for modern … Read More...
Etsy find – Adorn Jewelry
This pendant makes me think of a tiny Zen garden you can wear with you anywhere! I love the smooth poly clay surface of the “stone” in contrast with the tactile “moss” made from latex. Exquisite! Take a look at … Read More...
Freebie: Halloween Subway Art
This free Halloween printable from While He Was Napping comes in three versions and can be printed out at 12″x12″. Click here to go to the download.
Are you looking for more Halloween Embellishments, papers, and supplies? Check out these … Read More...
Freebie: Halloween Word Art
This Halloween freebie from Ali Edwards includes both .png and PDF files for use on your Halloween creations. Click here to go to download.
Are you looking for more Halloween Embellishments, papers, and supplies? Check out these printable designs we … Read More...
Inspiration du Jour – Wish Big
PB Inspired Poppy Pillow
I am in love with This poppy pillow that Michele over at The Scrap Shoppe created using yarn! Michele was a contestant in Crafting with the Stars and entered this as her brand inspired/knock off project. Isn’t it fabulous?! … Read More...
DIY: Oatmeal Soap
Oatmeal is a pretty affordable staple and it’s a great ingredient to use when hand-crafting soap. Check out this recipe & instructions for Oatmeal Soap posted on Green Life.
If you are looking for more oatmeal soap recipes check … Read More...
Art Glass Show at Howeeduzzit Gallery this Sunday
A bit of glass and a bit of gourds. And a bit of shameless self promotion…there’s a group show in the Los Angeles area at the Howeeduzzit Gallery this Sunday, October 31 from 11-5. I happen to have some of … Read More...
What’s Happenin’ at Public Glass
They say “What’s hot at Public Glass“, but doesn’t that also mean what’s happenin’? They have their Hot Glass and Cold Beer regular events that can give Bay Area residents a taste of glass. And then they have a … Read More...
Spaghetti Art
I’m enthralled by this minimalist pasta art created by Stefan Lucut, featured at Lost at E Minor.
Spaghetti Art
I’m enthralled by this minimalist pasta art created by Stefan Lucut, featured at Lost at E Minor.
Free Pattern: Daniel Trousers vintage style pants for boys
Charlotte from The Charlotte Letters shares a free pattern for her little boys’ Daniel Trousers over at BurdaStyle. The Daniel Trousers are made with a slim cut and have elastic at the back of the waistband. The button tab detail … Read More...
Tutorial: Silhouette tea towels
Anna from Bumble BayBees shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make a silhouette tea towel. These colorful towels would make awesome grandparent gifts for Christmas! Get the how-to.
[photo from Bumble Bay Bees]
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Made by Olga
I love this piece from Olga that is the winner of the October Etsy Beadweavers Challenge! It certainly embodies the theme of Autumn falling of leaves. There were 59 entries and 900 votes cast; see all the remarkable entries … Read More...
Odd Chocolate
For a twist from the usual, check out the funky chocolate bar flavors at Komforte Chockolate. Tortilla lime and salt, Ramen noodle, French Toast… You can even create personalized bars with your own labels. Also available on amazon.com.