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
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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.
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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...
Tutorial: Anthropologie inspired Nautical Necklace
Here is another great tutorial from Tater Tots and Jello. This one is a nautical necklace inspired by Anthropologie’s Curls & Coils necklace. Such an easy project and a great to wear with a boat neck shirt to complete the … 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...
Classes: Stamping and Mixed Media in NY
Do you live in the NY city area and are looking to take a cool stamping or mixed media class? If so check out Rachel at her blog katzelbow, for info on her monthly classes, they meet the third … Read More...
Giveaway: Making Memories Flutter
Making Memories is giving three lucky winners a sample of their new Spring line: Flutter (shown above). Click here to go to giveaway.
Giveaway: Blush charm squares
Kim from Sherrod Studio is celebrating the launch of two new quilt patterns with a giveaway. Go here to find out how to win this Blush charm pack, and more.
[tags]quilt patterns, charm squares, Blush, contest[/tags]
ANOTHER SMART COOKIE
I love these ideas for recycling splendid fibers (mostly cashmere). Why didn’t I think of this? But, I’ll be making some of these and wishing my work was as refined as this artist’s work is! I’m so jealous of this … Read More...