Martina from Confessions of a Sewing Addict continues her search for the perfect bag, this time with her Simply tote. She claims that this is still not the perfect bag, though with a zippered top, two large outside pockets, and … Read More...
New Release: Outlines Stamps
Outlines rubber stamps has just released some terrific new stamps, loads of great Easter designs, St. Patrick’s Day, mom, dad, graduation and more. Click here to check them all out. I reallt love their bunny images, so cute!
-Heather
Freebie: St. Patty’s Day Digital Kit
Download this free St. Patrick’s Day digital kit from Peppermint Creative. Click here to go to download.
Scrap Your Story Article Series
Debbie Hodge will be posting a series of 11 articles to help you Scrap Your Story on the Get It Scrapped blog. The series is designed to help you make scrapbook pages about yourself. The first article You Now can … Read More...
CROCHET OF INDIA
Today at the library, I ran across this fantastic (and fantastically huge) book:
Handmade In India, A Geographical Encyclopedia of Indian Handicrafts by Aditi Ranjan and M.P. Ranjan
In addition to the thousands of other handcrafts created all over … Read More...
Digital Scrapbooking 101
If you’d like to start Digital Scrapbooking, but you’re not sure where to begin, read this article by Emilie Ahern. In it she outlines what you need to get started, where to find quality free digital kits, and how to … Read More...
Inspiration du Jour – 123, be silly, be you
Get more inspiration from her gallery and blog.
Mosaic Marathon
Over at the SAMA, Society of American Mosaic Artists, web site I found photos of a large scale mosaic project that just had to be shared with you guys. I do believe most of the pieces are made up … Read More...
Tutorial: Scrappy scaley zippered pouch
Lia from Lia’s Space shares a tutorial for making this scrap-happy scaley zippered pouch. I love the mix of color and print!! The individual scales are made from scraps of fabric. Dig through your scrap bin and make yourself a … Read More...
Tutorial: Make a baby bonnet from a vintage hankie
Carrie from This Mama Makes Stuff guest blogs over at Somewhat Simple with a tutorial showing how to make a baby bonnet out of a vintage handkerchief. What a sweet, sweet gift this would make! Go to the tutorial.… Read More...
Free Sewing Pattern Tutorial: Business Card Pouch
Dorinda from Flower Girl Designs shares a tutorial on her blog for making this clear vinyl and ric-rac Business Card Pouch. Cute, cute!! Go to the tutorial.
[photo from Flower Girl Designs]
Alice in Wonderland Cookies
Find the how-tos and supplies for making these Alice in Wonderland Wafer Paper Cookies HERE at one of my favorite shops, Fancy Flours.
[tags]Alice in Wonderland, cookies, wafer paper, royal icing[/tags]
Tutorial: Sew a travel placemat
Click over to Simply Modern Mom to find out how you cansew a travel placemat. It includes pockets sized just the right size for napkin, flatware, and a plate, and it rolls up and ties closed for easy transport. A … Read More...
St. Patrick’s Day Pretzels and Rainbows
Check out the St. Patrick’s Day ideas over at Munchkin Munchies. I love these shamrock pretzels and rainbow cookies. Find the recipe for the pretzels HERE and the rainbow cookies HERE.
[tags]rainbow, cookies, pretzels, shamrock, St. Patrick’s Day[/tags]… Read More...
Owl Cupcakes
Learn how to make this cute owl cupcake HERE at the equally cute Amy Bakes Cupcakes. (Also check out her shop and more great ideas on her blog.)
[tags]cupcakes, owl, vegan[/tags]
Blog and Blog Candy: Gingersnap Creations
As someone who loves to stamp and also loves to do collage and mixed media art I was thrilled to come across a great blog called Gingersnap Creations, because that’s what they are all about. They’ve got a wonderful design … Read More...
Buck Yourself – Zombie Edition
These cute deer head trophy pins are FLOCKED. I love flocking. This zombie edition comes complete with oozing sores, leaking brains and a googley eye. If you want less gore and more cute Kitschy Galore still has you covered with … Read More...
Chile relief giveaway is from Etsy seller Lorena Ferreira
Today’s Chile relief giveaway is from Etsy seller Lorena Ferreira. http://fireandicephoto.blogspot.com/2010/03/brightly-woven-purse-chile-relief.html. The adorable bag is from Lorena Ferreira. Hello everyone, my name is Lorena. I was born in Chile and raised in New York. I started knitting first (self … Read More...
Scrapbook Paper Storage Ideas
Rebecca Ludens, the About.com Scrapbooking Guide, demonstrates four ways to organize different kinds of paper for scrapbooking. Click here to go to article.
Free Sewing Pattern Tutorial: Kid’s apron from a pair of Denim overalls
Jennifer from Baby Sack Baby Jack and Foundation shows how to make this child’s apron out of an old pair of denim overalls. If you reuse one of the buckles, you can make the neck strap adjustable. And because it’s … Read More...