Here is an interesting post from If It’s Hip, It’s Here on how Chanel make the Venetian bib necklace from their new collection.
For you crafters out there, I can imagine a similar look being created with pre-made bezels … Read More...
Free Shrug Pattern
I like shrugs. They’re totally functional. And versatile. And totally cool! This one’s made out of Nature’s Organic Cotton. Lots of awesome colors (including, yes, green! But I think I like the Dusty Blue color best).
This is one of … Read More...
Who Hearts You?
It’s always a good time to add a little bit of charm to your home decor, and what better way to do that than with a handmade ornament or decoration? The Buffalo Girls Design offers a wide … Read More...
Tutorial: Hanging jewelry organizer for necklaces and bracelets
Traci from Amazing Mae guest blogs over at The Polka Dot Chair with a tutorial showing how to make a hanging organizer for your jewelry. The fabric loops hold necklaces and bracelets securely, and the snap closure gives easy access … Read More...
Tutorial: Patchwork skirt for little girls
April from Modern-Mama shows how to make a patchwork skirt for little girls. It’s made from the 5″ squares from a charm pack of precut fabric. The simple patchwork design allows the different colors and prints of the fabrics to … Read More...
Freebie: Labels Digital Stamps
Vist the Tiffany Doodles site to download these fun and funky digital stamp labels for free. While you’re there be sure to look around and all her other cute digital stamps and check back each Thursday for another freebie.
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Tutorial: Everyday Blouse from two pillowcases
Stefi from Just Chic shares a tutorial on her blog for making an Everyday Blouse from a pair of pillowcases. I think a blouse like this is perfect for everyday wear – a little dressy but still loose and comfortable. … Read More...
Inspiration du Jour – Up!
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Tutorial: Shower curtain with fabric rosettes
Ashley from Make It and Love It shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make your own shower curtain. She added fabric rosettes across the top as accents. So pretty! Go to the tutorial.
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Free chart: Needle gauge for needlepoint
Dash over to Bargello Needlepoint blog and bookmark the handy chart posted today. It will guide you in choosing the right needle for the size of canvas mesh you’re using. See the chart.
Field Trip to Washington State and the Northwest Glass Society
We’re off to Spokane Valley in Washington state to check out the Northwest Glass Society. They’ve just listed their new classes on their web site. There are some great classes coming up and if you live up there or … Read More...
Mud Cupcakes
Granted… these aren’t edible. But they sort of fit in this genre, no? find this idea HERE at Family Fun.
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Temari Balls
This looks like a great project for the older kids. Japanese Temari Balls. Check them out over at Crafting Diva in Me.
New Release: Squiggle Fly Digital Stamps
Sqiggle Fly digital stamps has just released a huge new bunch of digital stamp images. I especially love the Inside Out line, they are coordinating images made for the front and the inside of your cards, very clever! Click here … Read More...
Tiny People Suction Drink Charms
Spotted on the Hostess with the Mostess blog, find these little party people glass markers
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From filthy fiber to some cute new needle felt friends
As it is often said “something good, comes out of something bad” and it is true with the story from krex’s blog “Eye of Time” Read her ETSY buyer beware story. I think she is pretty nice not to disclose … Read More...
Sugar Eggs
It may be a day after Easter, but these beautiful eggs made of sugar are still perfect for Spring. Find a detailed tutorial with step-by-step photos (and lots of encouragement! these can be tricky) HERE at Rate. Bake. Create.… Read More...
An old metal veggie steamer makes a great base for a burlap flower wreath
This is just so charming pop on over to the blog Toteally Posh to see a fab transformation of an old veggie steamer and some burlap into some charming decor.
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Free Big Bag Pattern
Now this is one BIG BAG!! Wonder if it would meet airline carry-on regulations! Wouldn’t it be awesome? Think of all of the yarn… you could carry. Ecstasy! And the pattern is free, among all of the free patterns from … Read More...
Tutorial: Draft and sew a child’s crossfront top
Miscellany of Me shares a tutorial on her blog for drafting and sewing a child’s crossfront top. The pattern for this top is based on a plain t-shirt pattern. The tutorial is offered in two parts. Part 1 shows how … Read More...