Magnetic snaps
can get scratched during the construction of a purse, as the metal of the snap slides against the faceplat of your machine. Head over to {Keyka Lou} and see what she does to prevent this from happening.
[tags]sewing, … Read More...
Tutorial: Vinyl placemat to wipe-clean bib
Luvinthemommyhood shares a tutorial showing how to make a wipe-clean baby big from a vinyl placemat. It makes sense that if the placemat was made the be wiped clean, then a bib made from it would also wipe clean as well. …
Tutorial: Vinyl placemat to wipe-clean bib
Luvinthemommyhood shares a tutorial showing how to make a wipe-clean baby big from a vinyl placemat. It makes sense that if the placemat was made the be wiped clean, then a bib made from it would also wipe clean as … Read More...
Lookie what she made: Miniature dresses!
When I first saw these dresses made by unbecominglily, I assumed it was a photo of some adult-sized vintage dresses, or perhaps child-sized versions. But then I read that these are miniature art pieces newly constructed. The largest of the four…
Lookie what she made: Miniature dresses!
When I first saw these dresses made by unbecominglily, I assumed it was a photo of some adult-sized vintage dresses, or perhaps child-sized versions. But then I read that these are miniature art pieces newly constructed. The largest of … Read More...
Flip Flop Socks – Free Pattern!
I’m not a big fan of flip flops. Why? Because I don’t like stuff between my toes, so I’m not sure that this would be a solution to that little dilemma, however, they are cute!
Here’s the free pattern, enjoy!: http://www.siviaharding.com/patterns/flippant/
…Flip Flop Socks – Free Knitting Pattern!
I’m not a big fan of flip flops. Why? Because I don’t like stuff between my toes, so I’m not sure that this would be a solution to that little dilemma, however, they are cute!
Here’s the free pattern, enjoy!: … Read More...
How to make your own makeup
This is a great Instructable on how to make your own mineral makeup by scoochmaroo.
Materials list:
# Micronized Titanium Dioxide
# Zinc Oxide
# Sericite Mica - Matte Finish
# Magnesium Stearate
# Yellow, Red & Brown Iron Oxide Pigments
# Jojoba Oil
# Vitamin E Oil
# Essential…
I Got Nothin’…..
Yes, it’s knitted (or it appears to be anyway). And here’s the “rest of the story”…. http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2009/06/21/bruno-in-berlin-dons-pink_n_218640.html
Craft & Quilt Fair – Hobart
Australia’s Craft & Quilt Fair is on to it’s next stop: Hobart. Find them June 26-28 at the Derwent Entertainment Centre. Full of inspiration, advice, and shopping, the fair is a complete craft experience, bringing the world of craft to you.…
Tutorial: Stamping on Frosted Memory Glass
- image by Ranger
Check out this neat technique video with Teresa Natividad. She shows several different techniques stamping on Ranger’s Frosted Memory glass to make some really fun charms.
-Heather
Tutorial: Stamping on Frosted Memory Glass
- image by Ranger
Check out this neat technique video with Teresa Natividad.
She shows several different techniques stamping on Ranger’s Frosted Memory glass to make some really fun charms.
-Heather
Giveaway! Knitting Needles and Crochet Hook sets and 1 Skein Yarn!
Another fabulous giveaway! Josh, of eknittingneedles.com is offering a complete set of knitting needles or crochet hooks, “you pick and choose” and one skein of any color of the new yarn they are now carrying. I bought a few sets…
Giveaway! Knitting Needles and Crochet Hook sets and 1 Skein Yarn!
Another fabulous giveaway! Josh, of eknittingneedles.com is offering a complete set of knitting needles or crochet hooks, “you pick and choose” and one skein of any color of the new yarn they are now carrying. I bought a few … Read More...
Petite Purls Online Knitting Magazine
This is such a cool magazine! I don’t know if it’s new or not, but it’s new to me, and there are really cute patterns in it, and there’s a blog, and there’s submission guidelines, and archives.
I do love me…
Hawaiian sugar and salt scrub recipe
Ponte Vedra Soap Shoppe has a recipe for a scrumptious Hawaiian sugar and salt scrub! If you can’t go to Hawai’i, bring Hawai’i to you! Find the recipe here.
Tutorial: Ball toss game for pool play
Bernadette Noll and Kathleen Sever from Future Craft Collective share a tutorial on Craftzine for making this ball toss pool toy. The pool-friendly fabrics are actually repurposed tech shirts (exercise gear) and vinyl banners. The ring is stuffed with packing peanuts. Get the…
Tutorial: Ball toss game for pool play
Bernadette Noll and Kathleen Sever from Future Craft Collective share a tutorial on Craftzine for making this ball toss pool toy. The pool-friendly fabrics are actually repurposed tech shirts (exercise gear) and vinyl banners. The ring is stuffed with packing … Read More...
How to make a fabric belt
Many vintage style dresses have a belt made from matching fabric and it’s a great look that flatters most body shapes.
Threads has a really good tutorial with several styles of fabric belt to choose from.
Crafts for Kids, Part 2: Cupcake Toppers
And here’s the second craft I came up with (as guest blogger for kids craft week at celebrations.com, in case you missed Part 1). Find the how-tos making these super-easy, kid-friendly cupcake toppers from stickers and paper HERE at the lovely…