I spotted these glass straws on the Bitter Sweet blog and was immediately smitten. How clever to extend the reuse credo to straws. These beautiful glass straws are from Strawsome
. Learn more about the product HERE. And while … Read More...
And it’s LARGE: Pieced quilted bag
Elisa from Seams So Crazy designed this Big Curvy Bag using a 6″ Quick Curves template. At 17″ x 20″ it’s large enough to fit a small child inside but wouldn’t you rather take it shopping or to your next … Read More...
Giveaway: Cosmo Cricket Jolly by Golly
Enter to win this Jolly by Golly Crafting kit in Jill’s Christmas in July giveaway. Entries close July 29th, 2010. Click here to go to giveaway.
Are you looking for more Christmas Holiday papers and supplies? Check out these printable … Read More...
Sea Glass Tiled Tray
Doesn’t this lovely tray just remind you of the ocean? This would be a beautiful addition to any bathroom, but you can apply this technique to other surfaces such as a tabletop or a stool if you prefer.
Check out … Read More...
Botanical Prints
This is something I have always wanted to do… frame some lovely wild flowers or herbs in black frames with big mattes. You really must see the lovely collection going on over at Madigan Made. Loving the lounging doggie in … Read More...
Cupcake Garden Lights
Aren’t these the sweetest? What a great way to turn your outdoor space into a festive little party spot!
You can see these cute cupcake garden light at Family Chic.
[originally discovered on Dollar Store Crafts]
How To Make A DIY Baseball Headboard
I was particularly smitten with this idea as my youngest son loves to play baseball. This is a great idea that will cost next to nothing and that special little boy will love.
Check out the baseball headboard at Chappell … Read More...
Inspiration du Jour – Chomp
Get even more inspiration from her gallery and blog
Win a $15,000 Room Makeover!
It’s not too late to enter the ScotchBlue & YOU Renovation Rescue Crew contest, where one lucky grand-prize winner will receive a room makeover valued up to $15,000 and the exclusive opportunity to work with Amy Matthews on an episode … Read More...
ISGB Gathering…this weekend!
Online registration is closed. I repeat…online registration is closed. But you can still register in person. It’s the ISGB Gathering in Rochester, NY and it’s this weekend. It officially starts on Friday July 29 and runs through the 1st of … Read More...
Make a Scrapbuster Quilt Block
The frugal Little Miss Shabby used forty eight 1.5 ” squares in this single quilt block. Designed specifically to employ itty bitty pieces of leftover fabric, this pattern is sending me to my scrap baskets. Get complete details on how … Read More...
Tutorial: Make a John John (short overalls for a little boy)
Elisabeth from Growing Home shares a tutorial for making a John John, a pair of short overalls for a little boy. This style is so timeless! She uses an existing pair as a pattern. You can keep the design more … Read More...
Tutorial: Make a fitted sheet from a flat sheet
So you need a fitted sheet, but only have a flat sheets in your linen closet? Crafting a Green World shows how you can turn the flat sheet into a fitted sheet. They say it can be done in just … Read More...
Tutorial: Pretty summer sundress with pleated bodice
Adrianna from Crafterhours shows how to make this pleated summer sundress with tie-top straps. What a pretty dress! The front of the bodice is pleated, while the back of the dress is shirred with elastic thread. Growth pleats add subtle … Read More...
Paintsicles…Genius
I am so close to going to the dollar store or somewhere online and purchasing popsicle sticks…The reason being?….this AMAZING idea from Darling Clementine…The colors are so vivid, and the art to be made is never-ending!
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Paint and Peel Math Craft
No Time for Flash Cards is a great resource if you are at all interested in teaching your children anything about anything…without them even knowing they are learning. This Math Craft is perfect for many different ages, you could even … Read More...
Technique: Embossing Metal with Cuttlebug
(image by Blockheads)
Visit the Blockheads blog to learn how to emboss metal sheets in your Cuttlebug. You can make some really stunning card embellishments and frames, very cool! Click here for the tutorial.
-Heather
Kiwi Monster! And Fun Lunches for Kids
Eek! Another fruit monster! (see here to explain that reference). This yummy lunch was inspired by Little Bunny Foo Foo. Find tips on creating your own HERE at another lunch, along with lots of fun kiddie lunch bento ideas.… Read More...
Food Station Ideas
Find a round up of food station ideas for weddings HERE at Intimate Weddings. The ideas, such as a pasta station, mac n’ cheese, or crepes, would be great for parties, too.
[tags]weddings, parties, food stations[/tags]
Interweave’s Everyway Wrap
I have to admit, when I first saw this in Interweave’s magazine I didn’t even see it. But then, at our local fiber festival, I saw it knit up. In handspun. Hand painted. Yumminess!
When I asked what pattern it … Read More...