I promised to announce the winner of the book giveaway (Lacy Crochet) on December 16. The date almost got away from me! Not only did I drive my daughter to work in our icy weather today, I also had to … Read More...
NEW IDEAS IN CROCHET? A FEW IDEAS……
http://www.grittyknits.com/ViewPost911.aspx
Renew a favorite pair of scuffed up shoes using the clever ideas in the link above.
http://www.grittyknits.com/ViewEntry_broomsticklace.aspx
GET YOUR BROOMSTICKS OUT! Why not try a new technique? Better use a large knitting needle than an actual broomstick. I always … Read More...
Bath snowballs tutorial
Martha Stewart has a wonderful tutorial on beautiful making bath “snowballs”, similar to a bath bomb but without the fizziness.
Find the instructions here.
Tutorial of Felt roses on branches and a tiny tree
it is said that “Imitation is the greatest form of flattery” and today I am Imitating Wendy Chung’s Tutorial: Paper Flower Table Setting of Dozi Design idea for the roses on the branches. When I saw the paper roses and
… Read More...Mosaic of Death
If an artist said they wanted to create a piece that “somehow contradicted the norm” would you think that death in stained glass would be it?
I would say that Zach Johnson has achieved his goal in his study on … Read More...
Homemade Cocoa Mix (as Promised)
Make hot cocoa mix for gifts or yourself.
Christmas Calendar from Drops Designs
I wish I had found this earlier, it’s GORGEOUS!! A Christmas Calendar, from Drops Designs, every day they open up a new free pattern for us. Very Cool! Garn Studio has long been one of my favorite places to find … Read More...
Free Recipe Cards at Maya Road
Check out the Creative Corner at Maya Road to download recipe cards to make holiday houses like the ones that won their recent contest! Each card lists the supplies you need as well as the step-by-step instructions to make the … Read More...
Sew a simple fleece hat
This may be one of the simplest hat patterns I’ve seen – perfect for a quick Christmas gift or perhaps a charity service project. All it takes is a scrap of fleece and two seams. Check out the full tutorial … Read More...
Celebration of Craftswomen Arts Fair and Jewelry Artist Lisa Toland
Last weekend I attended the Celebration of Craftswomen show here in San Francisco. It has 300 Vendors over 2 weekends (150 vendors per weekend). There is an amazing amount of talent at this show. I wanted to go both weekends, … Read More...
Marshmallows! (Coming Soon…the Cocoa)
Learn to make homemade marshmallows and cocoa mix.
More Glass Sinks…by Glass Artists
You probably have seen glass basin sinks in your home improvement stores and popping up everywhere you visit. It always makes me happy to see real artists work being used in this fashion, as opposed to the big box store … Read More...
Quick Monday Link-up
The Frugal Crafter – for tips, tricks and freebies
Watch The Chocolate Project on The Scrapbook Lounge
Enter the Year in Review Contest on Scrapbooking.com
Check out this lifetime collection of scrapbooks!
Have a happy and creative Monday!
Ladies Home Journal Magazine Anyone?
Hi Everyone:
Cuttlebug challenge blog has several great giveaway on the blog.
1 year free subscription to Ladies Home Journal Magazine .
Plus a Fun fun ornaments on the cuttlebug challenge blog with a giveaway 🙂 HERE
This elegant Ornament … Read More...
Freeform Steps Outside the Pattern Book Box
Find a box and step right into it. Take your hook and yarn with you. Sit down and follow all the rules. When you get tired of following all those rules, make a few of your own. Then, you are … Read More...
Glass Toggle Clasp
There are so many mass made toggle clasps out there and they really are great solutions to finishing your jewelry pieces. But why not find something unique like this to ensure that your jewelry creation is definitely one of a … Read More...
Stuff Those Stockings!
Now that you’ve got all those cool handknit stockings hanging by the chimney with care it’s time to stuff them. Is there a stocking for a sewer or knitting hanging there?
Myself, I can never have enough tape measures. I … Read More...
What’s new at FREEBIES, etc.!
Judy of FREEBIES, etc.! has been churning out needlepoint tutes, tips, and patterns so quickly that I haven’t been able to keep up! Pour yourself a cup of coffee and spend a little time on her site. If you’re like … Read More...
Free pattern catch-up
his roundup is all about free patterns. We have created this quick list with links to each pattern. We have tried to choose free patterns to suit something for everyone.
Please note that these patterns were free at the … Read More...
Fun Christmas Snowman Treats You Can Make In Your Kitchen
So many fun, sweet things to make in honor of Frosty.