I came across these beautiful pieces of art using sea shells while looking for a little shell inspiration myself. The intricate details in these pieces are phenomenal and I am in awe of the creative talent that made them. Stunning. … Read More...
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Walthamstow Resident Shows Her Olympic Love in Knitting
I love knit displays of all sorts, but this is pretty epic. There’s a woman who lives on Howard Street in Walthamstow (that’s in London) who apparently honors all sorts of special events by knitting up a bunch of characters … Read More...
Knit R2-D2 Makes Knitting, Geekery Cool
I’m a bit of a geek, mostly thanks to my husband, and of course I’m a big old knitting geek, so I’ve absolutely loved seeing the pictures of the knit R2-D2 that was briefly on the streets of Bellingham, Wash., … Read More...
Swoon: Embroidered horse quilt block
Sarah of Confessions of a Fabric Addict gives us a peek at some of the quilts she distributed this week at The Sweat Shop. My favorite of the bunch is this embroidered motif of farm life. This horse looking over … Read More...
Hawthorne Hill Farm Craft Fair
Last month I headed out to Hawthorne Hill Farm where throughout the season you will find a variety of hand crafters selling their wares. Hawthorne Hill Farm is located in southeast Wisconsin, not far from Milwaukee in the town of … Read More...
Review: Tokyo Disneyland and DisneySea – Part 2: Tokyo DisneySea
If you are in Tokyo for just 1 or 2 days and you are with kids, I suggest that you make a detour to visit Tokyo DisneySea. It is a one of a kind attraction that you will not find … Read More...
Agi’s Quilty Cross Stitch Pattern
The incredibly talented Agi has graced us with yet another remarkable quilt-themed project that will spark your creativity. Prepare to be captivated as you embark on a stitching adventure that offers boundless possibilities. This time, Agi has gone above and … Read More...
Review: Annie The Musical in Brisbane
My daughter and I had the pleasure of attending the official opening night of Annie in Brisbane last night.
Annie was one of those movies that I watched over and over and being able to share those memories with my … Read More...
Tutorial: Bow clutch purse
Whitney from Brighter Day and Elm Street Life shows how you can make this fab-o bow clutch. It has a zipper sewn across the top and a wrist band sewn into one side to make it easy to carry. It’s … Read More...
How to make a recycled photo frame chalkboard serving tray
This is such a great idea for all your entertaining needs. I bet it would be easy to whip up a bunch of these recycled frame chalkboard serving trays and bring them to parties for hostess gifts. See the easy … Read More...
The Rudolph, The Grinch and The Scrooge Christmas Cocktails
If I was actually still in Christmas party mode, I think I would have to throw a shindig that included cocktails based on Christmas characters. Make The Rudolph, The Grinch and The Scrooge cocktails HERE at Rock UR Party. … Read More...
DIY Use Cookie Cutters to make Needle Felted Ornaments
Meg of (Mega Crafty) is sharing her darling Needle Felted Ornaments tutorial with us. Today she has mad sweet little mittens to hang on your tree or use and gifts or package topper. Meg is giving us a step-by-step pictorial … Read More...
Scentsicles Scented Ornaments Review
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ScentSicles Scented Ornaments bring trees, wreaths and garlands to life with the authentic smell of fresh-cut fir, pine,cinnamon and spruce. Infused with pure fragrance that Lasts … Read More...
Attend EGA’s Flamingo Fandango
The Kreinik Thread Blog shared a brochure for the meeting of the Embroiderers’ Guild of America this September in Naples, Florida. I intended to take a quick glance and got caught up for at least a half-hour. Dozens of opportunities … Read More...
Stingrays w/ Jacaranda Seed
This stingray craft creates such life-like looking stingrays, I would have trouble knowing the difference if I hadn’t been told what the picture was. I don’t think we have Jacaranda trees here in Florida, but if we did, my girls … Read More...
A Felted Slimey hand puppet, Oscar’s pet worm tutorial
Anny, of “Anny Purls” is a housewife and mother of two sweet little guys. Anny is obsessed with everything knitting! As she explains in the following Sesame Street is a big part of her life and Julian one of her … Read More...
DIY Natural “Green” Mouthwash Recipes
Mouthwash is a neat little invention. It’s an easy way to feel like your mouth is totally clean and fresh smelling in a matter of seconds…all easily achieved without your toothbrush. So it’s no wonder that mouthwash is so popular. … Read More...
6 Crafts for the Birds and Squirrels
As the long winter days come to an end, the arrival of spring brings about a renewed sense of energy and activity in nature. One of the first signs of this transformation is the flurry of activity from outdoor critters. … Read More...
Toy Drop Lands In Brisbane
Brisbane’s (Australia) largest handmade collective, BrisStyle, is joining forces with the Toy Society to co-ordinate a MEGA Toy Drop throughout the South East and beyond during the month of May. Hundreds of toys with notes to “take me home” … Read More...
Book review: Girl’s World
Girl’s World: Twenty-One Sewing Projects to Make for Little Girls
is Jennifer Paganelli’s debut book coming out late April 2011. Jennifer is the creator of the Sis Boom™ vintage lifestyle company. She has had several popular fabric lines with Free … Read More...