The Modern & Contemporary Design Blog highlighted a handful of light sculptures in a recent post. I am totally mesmerized by two of them. One being the chandelier-style sculpture shown above made with vintage glassware from Canada. What a piece … Read More...
Polymer Clay – Ruffle Bead Tutorial
Karooart has a tutorial for the lovely “Ruffle Bead” up in her etsy shop. This is an intriguing, light looking bead shape, so if you’d like to find out the secrets behind creating it, check it out!
[tags]karooart, ruffle bead, … Read More...
Winner of Pet Projects Book Giveaway “The Taunton Press”
We have had such a wonderful response to this book giveaway and all your entries are very much appreciated. I wish I was like “Oprah” and tell you to look under your computer and find your copy of this … Read More...
Create!

Originally uploaded by Amantecatl
I love the sentiment on this pendant by Flickr user Amentecatl. The rusted look and rainbow colors are such a nice touch, don’t you think? The Moscow-based artist is working on an … Read More...
Tutorial: Baby bib and burp cloth set
The Moda Bake Shop has a tutorial to make a baby bip and burp cloth set. This is the perfect baby shower gift! Get the tutorial.
Looking for more baby Bib patterns? Check these sewing patterns out on Etsy… Read More...
Valentine Memory Keeper!
Hi Everyone:
I received so many cards and the ones from my mom, my sister and DD and Husband, I want to keep them close so I can pull them out anytime and look at them..
Christine comes to the … Read More...
Hand-stitching patterns…free free free!
We’ve chosen the best hand-embroidery patterns for you to attempt this week! We offer something for everyone, whether you’re a novice or a seasoned veteran. Our free cross-stitch patterns range from simple cross-stitch patterns to more complex floral and … Read More...
Free Projects Using Your Stash!!
Face it, I know one of your resolutions this year was to use up more of your stash. Personally, I don’t do this, as then I’d have to replace it, but that’s just me. If you are one of the … Read More...
Free Projects Using Your Stash!!
Face it, I know one of your resolutions this year was to use up more of your stash. Personally, I don’t do this, as then I’d have to replace it, but that’s just me. If you are one of the … Read More...
Digi Kit Review and Giveaway!
Jodi Watson has created an adorable digital scrapbooking kit called Oh Boy! I have heard many mothers of boys saying that there aren’t enough boy themed products available, so this kit definitely fits a need. As an about to be … Read More...
Crochet Easter Egg Covers
HOW CUTE ARE THESE?
http://www.freepatternsdonnascrochetdesigns.com/chick-egg-cover-free-crochet-pattern-.html
Seeing these got me interested in looking for other Easter treats to crochet. So, here goes.
For a metamorphosis, try making this one:
Continuing on the metamorphosis theme, isn’t this one a cutie?
http://www.freepatternsdonnascrochetdesigns.com/easter-egg-into-bunny-crochet-pattern.html… Read More...
Tips for sewing faux fur
Sewing faux fur can be a real challenge. I’ve only attempted it once, and let’s just say it was less than spectacular. BurdaStyle has some tips to help make it a little easier. Get the tips!
I Heart NY
An Awesome Wedding Present!
While playing around on the internet, looking for knitting patterns, admit it, you do that too, otherwise why would you be here??. Anyway, I came across this really pretty afghan. Composed of a number of different cable patterns, I think … Read More...
An Awesome Wedding Present!
While playing around on the internet, looking for knitting patterns, admit it, you do that too, otherwise why would you be here??. Anyway, I came across this really pretty afghan. Composed of a number of different cable patterns, I think … Read More...
Video of Glass Art in Murano, Italy
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I recently posted about a millefiori ring from Murano, Italy. The site owner left a comment with a link to a great youtube video that shows the process of making a glass pendant and also some of the … Read More...
Betz White’s tutorial on felted teacup pincushions!
I think most of you have heard of Betz White. I found Betz doing a tutorial on the Martha Stewart show. Betz shows us how to make these adorable felted teacup pincushions. If you remember she had a … Read More...
Winner-Rainy Day Craft Caboodle
The winner of the surprise giveaway from Sleepy Sillys is #83–Sandy!
If you didn’t win the Craft Caboodle, you still have a chance to purchase your own or anything else that you loved from Sleepy Sillys!! Head on over … Read More...
“Create Jewelry Glass: Brilliant Designs to Make and Wear” Book Review
Create Jewelry: Glass: Brilliant Designs to Make and Wear (Create Jewelry series) by Marlene Blessing and Jamie Hogsett.
- Paperback: 120 pages
- Publisher: Interweave Press (April 1, 2009)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 1596680679
- ISBN-13: 978-1596680678
Another addition to the “Create Jewelry” book … Read More...
Free patterns at A Vintage Collection
Patty of Pip Stitch tipped us off to a great resource for free vintage embroidery patterns, A Vintage Collection. Some of the posts are fascinating old items such a vintage book pages; but many are scans of needlework patterns … Read More...