This week, we’ve gathered the greatest hand-embroidery patterns for you to try! We offer something for everyone, whether you’re a novice or an expert. Our free patterns range from simple cross-stitch designs to more complicated flower and animal motifs. With … Read More...
Not Your Average Chihuly Sculpture
Not that any Chihuly installation is average, but I bet if I wouldn’t have told you, you wouldn’t have realized this piece was his. We’re used to seeing the long, blown, curling forms or the vivid blown glass orbs and … Read More...
Knitting Bird Pendant Giveaway
Jesse Janes creates fabulous, colorful pendants on Scrabble Tiles. The brightly colored designs reflect the beauty and unique quality of Jesse Janes owner, J. Foster.
These pendants are a small sampling of the over 200 designs that is offered by … Read More...
Valentine’s Day Ideas 10
Here is a quick card I whipped up using my scrapbooking supplies. You still have time to get this made! Full instructions are posted on my tutorial blog
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DOILY Crochet BEAUTIES
This picture does NOT do justice to the outstanding doilies in the book “Stellar Beauties” by Julie Haberberger. If you’re a fan of Terry Kimbrough, you’ll like these afghans. They are stunning, densely crocheted, with fine detail. For someone wanting … Read More...
Nuked Fudge…So Easy
Make fudge in your microwave.
Hope on a rope
Dugshop has made a fantastic Hope on a Rope Barack Obama soap! The soap is a very hefty 10.5 oz and worth every penny because best of all, 33% of profits benefit Habitat for Humanity or the Carter Center. … Read More...
Help the victims of the bush fires in Australia
I’m sure you’ve heard by now of the devastating fires in Victoria, Autralia. If you’d like to contribute to the relief fund in some way here are two opportunities to do so.
Buzz and Bloom, an Australian manufacturer, will … Read More...
Sewing Technique: How to Hem tapered pants
Hemming tapered pants may seem daunting, but with a little patience and the right technique, it’s a challenge you can definitely overcome. The method shared by My Secret Pocket offers a clear and simple approach to keeping your hem smooth … Read More...
Valentine’s Day Ideas 9
Vivian Masket of the October Afternoon Design Team made this adorable vase for their blog. I can see this or a few of these as a centerpiece for a V-Day party!
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Calendula-comfrey diaper ointment recipe
Does your little one have a diaper rash? Here’s a great, natural solution from Natural Family Online to ease the irritation.
Calendula-Comfrey Diaper Ointment
1 lb. coconut oil (in the oil aisle; do try to buy the organic kind)
2 … Read More...
New Spin-Off Site
Interweave Press announces…. The New Spin-Off Site. Complete with lots and lots of free stuff!
Here’s just one of the free patterns they offer, a free Tea Cosy, made from handspu
n yarn. Go to www.spinoffmagazine.com and get your free … Read More...
Free Valentine Download
Here’s another set of images you can download for your Valentine’s Day Projects. Click over to AIVault to access the download link.
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Pate de Verre Fish and the Process
Pate de Verre is a technique in glass where crushed and powdered glass is mixed into a paste and then applied to a form, then fused.
This fish is from the A Glass Fanatic blog who tells us that their … Read More...
Sew a stuffed lovebird with this free pattern
Tweet, tweet, need a Valentine’s gift that’s sweet? Try sewing this sweet lovebird stuffie with the free pattern offered by Molly Chicken. He’s quick to make, easy to cuddle, and even sports a pocket where you can stash a sweet … Read More...
My funny Valentine
Hi Everyone:
What a fun card to create for Valentine..
There are so many great ideas for Valentine. on the cuttlebugchallenge blog
Take a look at this one
Created by Tracy Pounds
The details
Have a great day,
Maggie Lamarre
My funny Valentine
Hi Everyone:
What a fun card to create for Valentine..
There are so many great ideas for Valentine. on the cuttlebugchallenge blog
Take a look at this one
Created by Tracy Pounds
The details
Have a great day,
Maggie Lamarre
So Long, Farewell Craftzine!
Aw, man… Craftzine is no longer going to be printed. I’m so sad! There’s something about getting a fun magazine in the mail that you just can’t get from looking at stuff on the internet.
#10 will be their last … Read More...
Get ready to craft with a giveaway of the Crafty Chica’s new book!
I’m so torn! I love this book and do not want to give it away to some worthy stranger on the internet! I will, I will, worry not!
The name of this book is Crafty Chica’s Guide to Artful Sewing… Read More...
Jojoba hand lotion recipe
Jojoba oil is well known for helping to fight wrinkles, being antibacterial, and not leaving an oily feel on the skin. It is also beneficial for certain skin conditions, such as psoriasis and eczema. Try this lotion on your hands … Read More...