Charlotte’s Fancy shows you how to make these adorable flower pens in a flower pot holder…
Wesley Fleming – Amazing Glass Insects
Flipping through The Flow I came across an article and interview with the glass worker, Wesley Fleming. He makes really incredible and insanely realistic insects. His work is so detailed and real you’d swear it was an actual insect. … Read More...
Find out about fine macrame
Does the word macrame give you a 70s flashback of hemp plant hangers? The craft is so much older, and so much more. You’ll enjoy the post about macrame by Jeanine in Canada on the Italian Needlework blog.
Tutorial: String art
Ikyoto posted a tutorial on The New New that gave me a flashback to the 70s (yes, I’m that old) and got me excited about string art all over again. She took advantage of the existing stitch holes on this … Read More...
Follow Mary’s tutes from start to finish
Mary Corbet of Needle ‘n’ Thread blog is organizing some of her fabulous stitch-tutorial series so they are easier for you to find and follow. Here are links to some of the primary posts:
Ballet Shoe Cookies
How lovely is this idea? A ballet shoe cookie with ribbon. Very clever. Find the post HERE at Cake Journal.
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Tutorial: Make-up brush roll
Susan from Freshly Picked shares a tutorial on her blog for making this make-up brush roll. This handy organizer keeps all of your brushes in one place. Get the how-to.
[photo from Freshly Picked]
[tags]sewing, tutorial, make-up, brush, organizer, roll[/tags]
Tutorial: Susan Lenz style
Remember Susan Lenz‘s gorgeous Windows series? Susan left a lovely comment on that post that I don’t want you to miss. She said,
… Read More...These pieces were really fun to create and I plan on making more. In the
Janet’s May calendar is available
The free desktop calendar for May featuring lovely stitchery by Janet M. Davies is available now from JMD Designs. Go get it.
Free pattern: Vintage-inspired sunhat for toddlers
Prudent Baby has a free pattern and tutorial for this vintage-inspired sunhat for toddlers. Break out some vintage fabrics for this project for a totally retro look. Go to the tutorial.
[photo from Prudent Baby]
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Tutorial: Throw pillow with patchwork stripes
Katie from Sew Katie Did shares a tutorial over at Sew, Mama, Sew! showing how to make this throw pillow with patchwork stripes. Add as many or as few stripes, depending on the look you want to achieve. Go to … Read More...
Project and Freebie: Eco Friendly Board Book
Visit the Eco Green Crafts website for instructions on how to make this wonderful Dimensional Board Book using all environmentally friends supplies, they even have a lovely free down loadable collage images sheet to share too. Click here for instructions … Read More...
APRIL GIVEAWAY WINNER and a GIVEAWAY ANNOUNCEMENT
Here’s the winner of my April Giveaway:
Barbara S.
Barbara, please email me ASAP so I can get the mags in the mail to you.
FOR NEXT MONTH, WE’LL BE DOING SOMETHING A BIT DIFFERENT FOR THE GIVEAWAY. PLEASE … Read More...
Tutorial: Give a button-down shirt a zippered, shirred makeover
Megan from Brassy Apple used zippers and shirring to transform this plain button-down shirt into a fabulous fitted shirt with flair. The metal from the zippers add an edgy feel, while the gathers and shirring keep it feminine. She shares … Read More...
Inspiration: Fabric and Wedding Cakes
Every time I see all these grand ideas for weddings, I say I want to get divorced so I can remarry. CLICK HERE for a slew of fabric-inspired wedding cakes over at Martha.
[tags]wedding cake, Martha Stewart, fabric[/tags]
Stunning Hair Jewelry!
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Originally uploaded by GingerbellsGifts
I love the elegance of the square shape in these hairpins by Gingerbells Gifts, they would make a stunning accent in a lovely updo! Click on the picture to check out the rest … Read More...
Mixed Media Retreat!
If you are looking to explore various mediums along with polymer clay, then you might want to check out the Polymer Clay Collaborative and Mixed Media Retreat!
Click here to go to the website!
[tags]polymer clay, mixed media, retreat, workshop[/tags]
TAG – Gorgeous Glass from Trautman Art Glass
I received some glass samples from TAG, also known as Trautman Art Glass while I was in Las Vegas at Glass Craft. Las Vegas again…had such a good time there and I encountered so many great things. So last night … Read More...
Sewing Pattern: Sew an oversized beach tote
Going swimming means carrying LOTS of stuff – towels, pool toys, flip flops, a snack, dry clothes to change into, etc, etc etc. To carry all of this stuff you need a really big bag! Jane from Maiden Jane offers … Read More...
Free template: Mother’s Day applique
Whimsy Couture shares a free Mother’s Day-themed applique pattern on her blog. Add this little message to a tea towel or apron for a quick little Mother’s Day gift. Go to the free applique.
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