If you’ve not yet heard of House on the Hill, crafters of springerle and speculaas molds, and if you have the slightest interest in cookies, baking, crafting and art, I urge you to visit immediately. Or rather after you … Read More...
Tutorial: Make ruffled socks by adding a lettuce edge
Debbie from Squiggly Twigs Designs shares an easy way to dress up a pair of girls’ socks. She stitches around the edge of the ribbed cuff to create a contrasting lettuce edge. What a cool idea!! This is such … Read More...
Sewing Pattern: Elastic strap to hold a reusable fabric cover on a picnic dish
With summer comes picnics and potlucks, and the inevitable dish covered with tin foil or plastic wrap. But did you know that you can cover your bowl with a pretty fabric for a reusable cover? Just use an elastic strap … Read More...
Tutorial: Simple A-line gathered skirt
As part of her Summer of Skirts series, Amber from Ruffles and Roses shows how to make a simple A-line gathered skirt. Elastic at the waist makes it easy to construct and easy to fit. Go to the tutorial.… Read More...
Tutorial: Make a cube ottoman from woven area rugs
Prudent Baby shows how to make a cube-shaped ottoman out of woven area rugs. The number you’ll need depends on the size of the ottoman you want to make and the size of the rug(s) you’re cutting up. This would … Read More...
Third Fridays at Third Degree Glass Factory
This sounds like such a good time. Over at Third Degree Glass Factory they have a shindig every month called Third Fridays. I want to go! But alas, they’re in St. Louis, MO. I’m not. But if you are … Read More...
C clamp and brass stacked earrings
C clamp and brass stacked earrings
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This is a great use of unusual materials to make jewelry which has a clean … Read More...
New Release: Just Rite Idea Book
Just Rite stamps has release a brand new idea which includes not only their entire line of products but sneak peeks of upcoming releases and 140 ideas too! Click here to purchase.
-Heather
Free felt tutorial-star wand
A mother wanted to make felt Pinkalicious Cupcakes for her little girl’s birthday party. She wanted the tutorial and pattern, so FairyFox created the cupcakes, the wand and the crown and you can find the tutorial in her ETSY shop… Read More...
Caution: Not For Use In A Pie…..
Hah! Lured you in with that title didn’t I? While there are some yarns that are yummy enough to eat, this probably isn’t one of them. The pattern is adorable though, now for a rhubarb pattern….
This knitting pattern from … Read More...
Father’s Day Popsicle Stick Puzzle
I just love how this craft will encourage father/kid time, just by its very nature. I am DEFINITELY making this for dad in our house! Impress Your Kids is where you can find this awesome tutorial for making a picture … Read More...
Maddy Does It Again!
Maddy Laine is known for her classic designs. No matter if they’re fun and funky or stylish and classy, they’re always on my to-knit list.
This cool Lattice Work Pullover is Maddy’s latest pattern. I just love how the “puzzle … Read More...
Tutorial: Tighten up an old hoop
You can easily tighten the grip of an old or worn embroidery hoop. MafiosaGrrl shows you how. See the tute.
CraftSanity markets wooden looms
Jennifer of CraftSanity is now selling her 26-peg wooden looms via Etsy! She says,
… Read More...You can weave finished pieces measuring about 12″ square on this loom making it perfect for bags, patchwork rugs and bed coverings, square table mats, seat
Free pattern: Primitive doll
Kaaren of The Painted Quilt is sharing her original pattern for Prudence, a primitive doll. This basic form is so versatile, I can easily imagine it becoming a fancy or beaded doll. On the other hand, prim has its … Read More...
Inspiration: paddestoelengek
Cobi of paddestoelengek created this “page” for a crazy-quilt exchange. She points out,
… Read More...I used a Dover stencil as my pattern. Embroidered chicks and backside of nest on hand dyed cotton. Made the front of the nest stumpwork style using
Inspiration: Creative Kismet
Regina of Creative Kismet is the only woman in a houseful of men. To pamper herself a little bit, she has staked out a small bathroom for her own use, decorating it to suit her feminine tastes. Among her lovely … Read More...
Tutorial: Italian knotted border stitch
This week’s TAST challenge stitch is so beautiful. Italian knotted border stitch is new to me, and I can’t wait to try it. Go to SharonB‘s Pin Tangle blog for the tute.
How to make a fun-ny clock
Over at the blog The Magic Bean there is a great tutorial for making this clock with the funnies. Choose any image that your Dad would like and make it for Father’s Day!
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Tutorial: Clone Trooper Cupcakes
Learn how to make Clone Trooper cupcakes HERE at Dabbled. See the party that included these goodies HERE. And for those of you, like myself, who grew up with Star Wars yet somehow didn’t know the Clone Troopers … Read More...