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With a history that stretches back to the hauntingly beautiful mummy portraits of Greco-Roman Egypt, encaustic art is now enjoying a renewal of popularity among artists and art lovers alike. Today, museums are … Read More...
Inspiration du Jour – Seriously Grateful
Preview: The Art of Soap
The Art of Soap will be the first of its kind – an amazing book showcasing soaps made by 24 incredible artisans and their personal stories. Full of beautiful professional photographs by Erin Pikor, The Art of Soap will be … Read More...
Dishtowel Scarecrow
Tutorial: Cowl scarf from an old sweater
Sachiko from Tea Rose Home shares a tutorial at Rhythm of the Home showing how to turn an old sweater in a pretty new cowl scarf. Go to the tutorial.
[photo from Rhythm of the Home]
Tutorial: Snow White costume for cold weather
It never fails that the weather turns off cold just in time for Halloween. While it helps set the mood for Halloween, the colder temps generally mean that trick or treat costumes get covered up with a sweater or jacket. … Read More...
Tutorial: Make a strappy romper for baby
Naptime Crafters shares a free pattern and tutorial for this sweet little strappy romper. SO cute! The pattern is the size of her 7 month old baby, but could be adapted larger or smaller. Go to the free pattern and … Read More...
Book giveaway
Craft Connection is giving you a chance (or 3) to win a signed copy of Lark Craft’s Jewelry Design Challenge. You have until Thursday, September 23 at midnight (Eastern) to enter. Hurry over to get the details for your … Read More...
Video: Chalkboard Wall Calendar
I was over at Martha’s website today and this chalkboard wall calendar project caught my eye. We’ve all seen black chalkboard paint being used around the blogosphere, but this is the first time I’ve seen it in multiple tones. Martha … Read More...
Hydrangea Cupcakes
So perfect. Find these gorgeous hydrangea cupcakes HERE from Sugar Swings!
Wanna make some, too? Remember these? You’ll find a tutorial HERE.
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MapleXO – Recycled Skateboard Jewelry
Lindsay Holmes says, “Wearing MapleXO means more than just having good style. It means that you believe in your creativity, believe in your individuality, and believe in your power to impact the planet.”
Her work saves landfill space and turns … Read More...
DIY Bento Box Eggs
Learn how to make hard boiled eggs
in molds to add that extra cuteness to Bento boxes HERE at Roots and Wings Co. I’ve got to get on this Bento box craze. How have I–she who loves edible art–not … Read More...
Free patterns from Digital Misfit
Digital Misfit of My Hiding Place in Cyber Space is sharing two adorable Kreepy Kid hand-embroidery patterns. Her blog says,
… Read More...Foxy Felix is usually a sweet, lovable boy who loves camping and roasting marshmallows…but be careful. Felix can have a
Check out The Stitchers’ Village
Sibille Kreideweiss of Enchanting Threads Designs sent us a sweet note recommending The Stitchers’ Village web site. She says,
… Read More...The Stitchers Village is a wonderful community about embroidery. There are plenty of shops to find, a forum for discussion, a
Party Monday: Paint!
This post was inspired by the gorgeous art gallery party featured on the Hip Hip Hooray! blog. The party was created by One Charming Party. Find more details, including DIYs, HERE, HERE, HERE, HERE, … Read More...
Mini Caramel Apples
I just adore the cleverness of this idea: mini caramel apples. On so many levels–the simplicity, the cuteness, the miniatureness…I tend to get overwhelmed by the messy bigness of caramel apples, so rarely eat them. This is the perfect … Read More...
Freebie: Candy Bar Wrapper Download
Click here to download this lovely candy bar wrapper free from Nonpareil (would make a pretty card front too:))
-Heather
DIY Candy Corn Cookies
Learn how to bake and decorate candy corn
cookies HERE at The Crafty Penguin. Working as a cookie decorator for almost a decade means nine Halloweens. Which means decorating thousands of candy corn cookies over the years. But never have … Read More...
Flower Butter and Jewel-Tone Vinegar
Savor summer a lot longer by using the bright and cheer flower, Nasturtium, to make butter and vinegar. Learn how HERE at Twig and Toadstool. Just love this picture of the flower filled vinegar. I know nothing of … Read More...
Felt Leaf Pillow Tutorial
Martha Stewart always has the latest crafts designed for every crafters desire. These felt leaf pillows are so neat. They say; this project can be completed using a store-bought pillow cover, but a flat piece of fabric works best, as … Read More...