This project is quick and easy, and you can head on over to Twiggle Box to see how you can make it too!
Canvas Handprint
This project is perfect for any kids bedroom, but also for a Mother’s Day gift. Children love seeing their handprints too…and even cutting them out! Visit Lulu’s Tiles for the how to.
Terra Cotta Planter
This is a great Mother’s Day gift as well as helping to teach your children about their address! Hint.. hint dads! Visit Positively Splendid and they’ll show you just how its done!
Mother’s Day Keepsake Box
This cute hand painted keepsake box is perfect for putting something special in it for mom!Visit Parent Dish to see how!
First effort: The Crimson Moon
This breathtaking work is the first bead-embroidered cuff ever stitched by Liz of The Crimson Moon. She says, “I don’t like seeing the white foundation fabric around the edges and is the reason I won’t be putting this piece … Read More...
Upcycled Journal that is so pretty you will definetly not get writer’s block!
Make Paper Crafts has this great project and tutorial on how to make a journal out of all sorts of recycled materials and office (and library) supplies you will truly be inspired to write or sketch! Thanks Cynthia for sending … Read More...
Tutorial: Fabric fortune cookies
Megan from Brassy Apple shares a tutorial over at the Moda Bake Shop for making fabric versions of a Chinese food favorite. These fabric fortune cookies can be made from small pieces of fabric (plus some wire and some fusible … Read More...
Inspiration: mummysam
Brilliant. Just brilliant. See more.
Event: Virtual Stamp Convention
Click here to visit the Rubber Stamp Chat virtual stamping convention. You’ll find over 20 stamp vendors (like Bombshell, MFT, Woodware, Lost Coast, Stamp La Jolla and lots more) with sales and discount galore. Hurry the convention ends on Monday!… Read More...
Giveaway – Over at Knitty.com !
Knitty gives away great stuff every issue!
How do you win? Simple. Just join the Knittyreader mailing list.
Already on the list? Then you’re already eligible to win! Go here for the details: http://www.knitty.com/ISSUEss10/contests.php
Tutorial: Felted Wool bracelet
This is an adorable bracelet to make as a Mother’s Day project. Mom would love it and you can make it in her favorite colors. Christine of Treasure Goddess out of Kansas, formerly the Knitting Virgin is giving us this … Read More...
Free charts: Cross-stitch on gingham
CC of Suestreehouse is sharing several vintage patterns for cross-stitch on gingham or chickenscratch. Enjoy a sweet rose. Or stitch a whole series of borders.
Three awesome stitch combos from SharonB
For your enjoyment (and friendly theft), here are a few especially beautiful stitch combinations by SharonB featured recently on her Pin Tangle blog. She says,
(1) “The foundation row of this line of stitching is herringbone which I then laced. … Read More...
Giveaway: Adobe Photoshop Elements 8
Here are two chances to win the new release from Adobe.
First from Adobe: Simply visit Adobe’s Twitter page at http://twitter.com/adobeelements and submit your Mother’s Day creation by tweeting a pic to @AdobeElements (include#PSEGift).
Secondly we have a giveaway right … Read More...
Tutorial: Make an Alice dress with neckline ruffle and wide sash
Hattie from Little Red Roost shows how to make her Alice dress. It’s easily made from an existing t-shirt or tank and a yard of your favorite fabric print. A ruffle at the neck and a wide sash at the … Read More...
Tutorial: Piano-themed messenger bag for music books
Char from Crap I’ve Made shows how to make a piano-themed messenger bag sized to carry music books to and from lessons. If you love that keyboard image across the front flap, you’re in luck. She shares the template for … Read More...
Inspiration: Antique whitework
Jeanine in Canada of Italian Needlework gives us a close-up look at an exquisite antique whitework handkerchief. The photos will have you hugging your monitor. See the post.
New Release: Savvy Stamps
Savvy Stamps has some great new images out now, most of their stamps can be found on-line at Impress Rubber Stamps but be sure to check with your local retail store and see if they carry them (if not why … Read More...
DORIS CHAN SCORES AGAIN!
Crochet Lace Innovations by Doris Chan
I really wanted the picture of the cover of Doris Chan’s latest book to be large enough so you could see the lovely lace design. This is indicative of the beautiful designs Doris has … Read More...
Nutrition Pyramid Plate
Check out this simple-genius idea to help you have a balanced meal: the nutrition pyramid lunch box. While it doesn’t appear to be on the market yet, find the original idea HERE at LABEXP.