This is a gel candle I made with seashell embeds. They’re attractive and easy to create. All you need is the gel made specifically for candles, wicks, a thermometer, seashells, dye if desired, a double boiler and a glass … Read More...
Gifts for Dad: Etsy Finds
I think it would be great to get dad some unique jewelry for father’s day. If your dad tends toward the unusual get him this unique OctopusMe Suction Cup Ring from OctopusMe.
Or if dad is a music fan. Check … Read More...
View Stick
When I was given the View Stick a couple of years back to try out, I passed it along to my mom thinking that it would be the perfect aid for her to read the fine print of knitting patterns. … Read More...
Inspiration: Morwyn Dow
Here’s some more bead-embroidery inspiration goodness: The exquisite work of Morwyn Dow. Morwyn participated in the 2007 Bead Journal project. (See her pages.) You can follow her design adventures and see many more examples of her work … Read More...
Create this fun mug for DAD!
Hi Everyone:
Father’s day is coming soon…create this fun mug for Dad!
Instructions here
Have a great day!
Maggie
Looking for more Father’s day papers, stamps, and Embellishments? then check out these Father’s day designs on A Cherry On Top… Read More...
Atlanta Expo
2008 Duluth/Atlanta
July 11 & 12, 2008
Gwinnett Center
6400 Sugarloaf Parkway
Duluth, Georgia 30097
Online Pre-Registration will open
Friday, April 25, 2008 at 8:00am EST
Pre-Reg is OpenClick Here!
New free pattern from Pimp Stitch
A new free pattern is up on Pimp Stitch’s blog. This one is by designer Amy Cluck of Peptogirl. Go check it out!
Japanese Felting Books
I have been seeing these adorable Japanese Felting books
all over the web on different blogs and they seem to be in demand in crafting circles. It appears from the people that use them that you do not need to … Read More...
The Handmade Button
I have always collected buttons. I adore vintage ones made of mother of pearl in unique shapes- they are my favorite!
I found a bunch of fun websites that sell handmade buttons. From gorgeous European glass to tiny garden themed … Read More...
Recycled Coffee Sleeve
The next time you crave a take-out coffee, come prepared with your own stylish coffee sleeve — recycled from a sweater, of course. Head on over to East Coast Kitsch for a sampling of colorful ideas from Jane Murphy, or … Read More...
Inspiration: embroidered softies
I’m fascinated and charmed by Day of the Dead paraphernalia, so I was totally arrested in my blog-hopping by this image of sugar-skull softies designed and embroidered by Alicia Traveria. If you’re not content to enjoy her images and you’re … Read More...
Modern Sewing
I am always on the lookout for fun new sewing pattern resources. I just happened upon Modern Sewing. This site has some interesting sewing patterns available and they are free! From a corset to panties, to men’s jackets … Read More...
Sweater Pennant Swag
What a fun idea for homemade (and completely recycled!) party decorations: recycled sweater and T-shirt pennant garland. Fun in the Making provides the detailed instructions and pretty pictures you need to make a good party a GREAT party.
Looking for … Read More...
Sticky Butter Cleanser
Nothing about this title sounds cleansing but its filled with zesty ingredients that smell devine.
For the free cleanser recipe visit our sister site Craftbits.com
Create a necklace for everyday of the week!
Hi Everyone:
Use your stash, stamping, paper, digital to create a fun necklace for everyday of the week. The sky is the limit 🙂 Make matching earrings for a stylish set for you or as a gift 🙂
Instructions here… Read More...
Flameless Water Proof Candles
The heat is getting to me so I have been scoping out candles that could be used outdoors, preferably near the water.
I found these submersible light candles at Firefly Glow & Novelty and I love the fact that the … Read More...
Free (darling!) embroidery pattern
This adorable little Dutch girl is the free embroidery pattern for the month of June at Andrea Zuill’s blog, Badbird’s. Just click and print.
Inspiration: Bead Embroidery
Be brave. Incorporate beading into your hand embroidery. The results are spectacular.
Take a look at the work of bead artist Robin Atkins and you’ll see what I mean. The bead-journal experiments posted on her blog make me want to … Read More...
Once upon a time in a knitting bag, far, far away…
Oops, he knit it again! My dear friend Dave Lowe always keeps me in stitches with his clever, cartoon blog, ParaAbnormal. His most recent entry however packs such a purl-punch, I couldn’t resist sharing it. I wonder if they’re looking … Read More...
Interview: Kristen Rask of Plush You!
A few weeks ago, I wrote a post on my newest obsession with Plush Toy making. I had a chance to talk with Kristen Rask, author of Plush You! and owner of the cute Seattle, WA toy shop Schmancy.… Read More...