I’m sure I’ve seen quite of few of these silly and clever summertime treats from Family Fun before, but I couldn’t resist posting the entire roundup. Find 35 summer-themed goodies HERE, including this beach scene cake, campfire cake and … Read More...
Peel and Lick Cupcake Cards
I grew up collecting Scratch n’ Sniff stickers, so as odd as these new “Tasties” peel-and-lick cupcake cards from American Greetings may sound, I think I’m on board. Yep, you can give someone a taste of birthday cake … Read More...
Technique: Painting with Bleach
Join Tresa Black aka the Stamping Goddess for another great video, this time she shows you how you can paint with bleach on your stamped cards, very cool!! Click here to watch and learn.
(image by Tresa Black)
-Heather
A CONTEST FOR JULY
How cute is this!!?? Crocheted_baby_hat by Chronicyarner I can just see a pretty little baby or toddler girl wearing this.
Right now, I’m in the middle of a mini-baby boom. Everyone I know is having a baby or grandbaby. They … Read More...
Tutorial: Boutique-style dog collar and leash
Sew4Home shows how you can sew a boutique-style dog collar and leash. Your canine friend will be so proud on your next walk! Get the how-to.
[photo from Sew4Home]
[tags]sewing, tutorial, dog, collar, leash, boutique[/tags]
Looking for pet supplies, … Read More...
Giveaway, Congrats Tiffany!
You’ve won our giveaway for the Knitting MochiMochi book. I’ve sent you a separate email. Get back to me with your name and address and I’ll get the book out to you.
Stay tuned for our next giveaway!
How to make a recycled cd and pressed flower mandala
Shanti of the blog Twig and Toadstool sent in this link to a charming project that uses a bit of nature and a bit of high tech and combines them into a lovely project. She made a whole bunch of … Read More...
Free Sewing Pattern : Cute cute capelet for little girls
Prudent Baby shares a free pattern for making this cute cute capelet for little girls. Make it from fancy fabric for a princess-y feel. Or make it to match a sleeveless summer dress and you’ve got a church-going ensemble suitable … Read More...
Tutorial: Shirred summer skirt with deep pockets
Dana from MADE shares a tutorial on her blog for making this fabulous shirred summer skirt with deep pockets. The shirring creates a comfortable stretchy waistband, while a pair of roomy pockets provide a place to hold your keys, phone, … Read More...
Tutorial: No-sew purse from a square of fabric
Nicholette and Vanessa from Craft Envy guest blog over at Little Birdie Secrets with a tutorial for making a no-sew purse. They show how to fold and knot a large square of fabric into a simple purse. Great idea! Go … Read More...
Tutorial: Best Friend Gift Bag
Cloud 9 Fabrics shares a free pattern on their blog for making this Best Friend Gift Bag. The drawstring bag includes an eye pillow, a neck pillow, and a pair of slippers. Get the free pattern for making the entire … Read More...
Freebie: Lemons
Download these pretty lemon papers and die cuts for free from Pink Petticoat, click here.
(image by Pink Petticoat)
-Heather
Looking for free digital stamps and SVG files? We love using the Design bundle to download our digital stamps. … Read More...
Tutorial: Mini Art Books
Dear readers, I have fixed the link to the tutorial shown below, originally published on July 15th, and am republishing this post today. My apologies.
Click here to go to tutorial for making these mini books perfect for kids
Boy and Girl quilt patterns – free download
Khris from Freebies For Crafters has covered two free patterns by Kristin from Cute Quilt Patterns. One is for a boy and one for a girl. I’m showing Row Row Row Your Boat in honor of my grandchild Rowan. … Read More...
Overcoming the Dog Star to quilt
Wanda from Exuberant Color managed to overcome the Dog Days of Summer in making ten Log Cabin blocks yesterday. She used batik in these which I don’t normally think of with a Log Cabin. They’re lovely and I’m inspired to … Read More...
Freebie: Printable Bookplate
Click here to go to download
Ice Cream Cone Cake Pops
The latest from bakerella: ice cream cone cake pops. Check them out HERE.
[tags]bakerella, ice cream cones, cake pops, summer[/tags]
Tutorial: Maya Resist
Click here for this tutorial on using Maya Resist to create customised making effects.
Inspiration du Jour – Smoothie
Get even more inspiration from her gallery and blog
Pure & Natural Soaps
Pure & Natural Soaps has a variety of recipes listed on their site, including one for Olive Oil Soap. The Soap Making Forum is a great place to share ideas, techniques & recipes with other soap makers.