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...
Patricia Bravo talks about her design process
Ever wonder where all the yummy fabric designs come to be? Patricia Bravo from Art Gallery Fabrics gives us a sneak peek into her design process. She shows how a simple sketch becomes an colorful repeating pattern. I love … Read More...
A bit of magic from La Pomme
You can see more of Apol Lejano-Massebieau‘s lovely work in her Etsy shop.
A gift from Julia’s place
Julia of Julia’s Place blog is sharing her sewing and embroidery patterns for this sweet and handy Bluebirds Armchair Caddy. Use it to keep your stitching needs neatly organized and at your fingertips. Or make one for a stitcher you … 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.
Jewelry Artist Mini Interview with Jill Lawrence of Twisted Sisters Art
This weeks Jewelry Artist Mini Interview is with Jill Lawrence of Twisted Sisters Art. She creates some of the most amazing, jaw dropping, intricate and drop dead gorgeous wire work I have ever seen.
How did you start doing … Read More...
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 … Read More...
Tutorial: A quilt for kitty
This idea is so cute and clever, I screamed a little when I first saw it. Evil Mad Scientist Laboratories is sharing a thorough, well-written, photo-heavy tutorial for making this adorable kitty quilt. I am so making this for my … 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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Needlepoint tips: Working with boucle
Barbara Bergsten of Create Needlepoint blog has some tips for working with boucle thread to avoid tangles and waste. What a perfect treatment for her mermaid’s hair! (Shown at left.) See Barbara’s advice.
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...