Who would’ve thought melon balls could have their own roundup? Apparently I was grossly misinformed in all the melon ball can do.
1. Stick with the classics at Matt Bites.
2. Make a melon ball vodka cocktail at The … Read More...
YARN CRAWL
Booties knitted by Georgia Druen of Hearthstone Knits of Angora New Fall from Plymouth Yarns
http://hearthstoneyarns.com/?cat=1
We’re having a yarn crawl in St. Louis at the end of July. I can’t wait! I’ve read about these before, but have never … Read More...
Tutorial: Summer Currents Necklace
Ornamentea has another great tutorial – this one fits in very well with the light palette and summery feel of the last few posts.
This multi-strand necklace shows off Elaine Ray’s Murrini beads and is strung on white leather cording.… Read More...
A Tour of Serious Eats
Ever a fan of behind the scenes peeks (that is, glimpses of how magic happens), I ate up every word and photo of this Tour of the Serious Eats offices. Find the slideshow HERE.
[tags]food, blogging, tours[/tags]
Lookie what came in the mail: First batch of Dolly Donations!!
Lookie what came in the mail yesterday – a box full of happy Dolly Donation dolls. Suzi from Heber Springs, Arkansas sent them in to our Craft Gossip Dolly Donation Challenge.
Aren’t they the sweetest? Look at those … Read More...
Tutorial: Make cloth napkins from a pillowcase
Julia from Adirondack Mama and Adirondack Patterns shows how to make cloth napkins from a pillowcase. One pillowcase will yield 4 napkins. This is a quick, easy sewing project that’s good for the environment in two ways – you’re making … Read More...
Tutorial: Turn a onesie into a t-shirt
While the crotch snaps of a onesie mean that a shirt always stays tucked in, they can be inconvenient during potty training. The few seconds it takes to get everything unsnapped may mean the difference between a success and an … Read More...
Ocean Form
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Originally uploaded by bstrungjewelry
I recently traveled to the west coast and was able to dip my toes in the Pacific with my children.
This framed polymer clay jewelry by flickr member bstrungjewelry takes me back to warm sand … Read More...
Tutorial: Ruffle flower tank from a plain t-shirt
Amber from Ruffles and Roses shows how to refashion a plain, boxy t-shirt into a fitted, fabulous tank embellished with ruffle flowers. So pretty!! Go to the tutorial.
[photo from Ruffles and Roses]
[tags]sewing, tutorial, t-shirt, tee, ruffle, … Read More...
Sewing Pattern : Vintage pillowcase dress for women
Editor’s note: The tutorial linked to in this post is no longer available.
We’ve all seen the pillowcase dress for little girls, but what about the grown-ups? Potholes & Pantyhose shows how you can turn a vintage pillowcase into a … Read More...
New Release: Wild Rose Stamps
(images by Wild Rose)
Wild Rose stamps has just released lots of great new images, a fun group of stamps geared for the men in your life and super cute Milton bear holiday stamps, check them out by clicking here… Read More...
Flowery Summer Rolls
I’ve seen so much lately with edible flowers, and understandably so. They add just the right amount of gorgeous. Like these summer rolls with edible flowers peeking through the rice paper wrappers. Find the how-tos HERE at Cranky Cakes.… Read More...
Review and Giveaway: Kellie Christie – A brand of her own
Kellie Christie – Jewellery Designer
Kellie Christie started making jewellery just 6 years ago and has since created a mini brand all of her own.
Kellie has a background in fine art and majored in printmaking but her passion today … Read More...
Family Tree Displays
Kristyn over at Lil’ Luna actually makes and sells these wonderful family forever boards, but she was gracious enough to provide a tutorial for you here.
Larissa from Just Another Day in Paradise made this modern family tree to … Read More...
Cake Plates and Cupcake Platters
I’m a baker. I love cakes, and cupcakes rock too. I love looking for pretty and creative ways to display desserts, especially if I can save a buck or maybe even make it myself. Cake plates and cupcake platters are … Read More...
Making Natural Dog Shampoos & Pet Care Products
While you are whipping up handmade skin care goodies for yourself, why not take some time to treat your best friend to something special as well? Learn how on The Natural Beauty Workshop blog.
Looking for pet supplies, toys, … Read More...
Time to Sign Up for Fall Classes at Bullseye Portland
The schedule for fall classes is up at Bullseye and it’s a great selection. Having just taken a series of classes there I highly recommend making the trip over there if you’re not already in Portland. Their facility is “heaven … Read More...
Tutorial: No-sew netbook case from a fabric placemat
Heather from Dollar Store Crafts guest blogs over at According the Kelly with a tutorial showing how to make a netbook case from a fabric placemat. The closure is made with sticky-back Velcro, so no sewing is required, though you … Read More...
Tutorial: Make a baby sling
Sarah from Dolls & Daydreams and Dolly Donations shows how to make a sling for carrying your baby. The sling allows you to carry baby all snuggled up against your body while still keeping your hands free. The picture here … Read More...
Make a big mess
One of our favorite things to do around here is to make a gigantic mess. Over the weekend I let my kid spill out a giant box of packing peanuts and he rampaged around in them breaking them up into … Read More...