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“Ombre Chrysanthemums – Aunt Peaches” plus 33 more

“Ombre Chrysanthemums – Aunt Peaches” plus 33 more


Ombre Chrysanthemums – Aunt Peaches

Posted: 28 Jun 2012 09:21 PM PDT

I love this giant Ombre Chrysanthemum from Aunt Peaches. This would be a fabulous decoration for a party, or just for your house. What a statement piece! And the supplies? Very cheap considering it’s made out of a paper lantern and dip dyed coffee filters. But no one ever said that fabulous crafting had to be expensive. (My bank account …


Tutorial: Squares and Strips quilt

Posted: 28 Jun 2012 07:58 PM PDT

Allison of Cluck Cluck Sew made this quilt [top] with a fat quarter bundle she already had in her stash. Using the various fabrics from a bundle helps you get a scrappy feel. Plus, her easy, yet clever block design makes me know I’m putting this on my ‘to make’ list. Get the tutorial.

Image credit: Cluck Cluck Sew


Reusable Enviro Bags Can Make You Vomit, Literally.

Posted: 28 Jun 2012 06:23 PM PDT

I am sure we all have used them and all though they are called Enviro (Environment) Bags they are yet to prove their actual worth in saving the environment. (Yes they are better than plastic)

I never remember to take mine to the shops and never use them enough to justify their actual cost and now it’s not only the …


State love printables at Vintage Lemon

Posted: 28 Jun 2012 06:07 PM PDT

Show your state love with a free printable created by Marci of The Vintage Lemon. She offered Arizona and California in her first post, then after so many readers begged for more, she now has all 50 states available. These are for personal use only! Get the download.

Image credit: The Vintage Lemon


Free desktop wallpapers at Martingale blog

Posted: 28 Jun 2012 05:23 PM PDT

Jenny of Martingale’s Stitch This! shares on their blog three new wallpapers from three separate books, just released. All are of pretty quilts, but my favorite is the one she describes as having dreamy clouds and happy birds, shown. Oh yeah, I want to stare at this while I work.

Click HERE to download your favorite free wallpaper.…


Garden-Themed Wedding Shower

Posted: 28 Jun 2012 04:59 PM PDT

This wedding shower with a garden theme has so many creative details it was hard to choose just one to feature! But I was especially smitten with the reversible stitched banner shown above. The other side says “Just Married” and will be used at the wedding! Other details include a photo collage, handmade soaps as favors, beautiful diy invitations, a …


Tutorial: Wide neck tee with gathered back from a man’s t-shirt

Posted: 28 Jun 2012 04:44 PM PDT

Lizzie B. from Cotton & Curl shows how she refashioned a man’s large boxy t-shirt into a far more fashionable version for herself.  She gives it a wider neck and tighter sleeves.  It also has a slight curve to the bottom and gathers in the back, making it a good choice for maternity wear.  It’s also a nice shape for a non-pregnant figure.  …


Tutorial: DIY point turner tool

Posted: 28 Jun 2012 04:38 PM PDT

Jona from Fabritopia and  Jona G. Pattern Co shares a tip on her blog for how you can make your own point turner tool.  It’s a literal “tip” in that she shows how to sharpen the end of a simple wooden dowel so it can reach into the corners of a project.  Brilliant! Get the tute.

[photof rom …


Tutorial: Poolside Purse to keep your belongings dry

Posted: 28 Jun 2012 04:04 PM PDT

When I’m at the pool with my daughter I find myself saying over and over to, “Watch where you’re dripping!!”  I don’t want her ruining my purse with all the water dripping off of her.  Maybe I should make a Poolside Purse, like Delia from Delia Creates did.  It’s made from a designer laminated cotton, so it’s pretty and waterproof.  …


New Tool: I-Magicut Ribbon Cutter

Posted: 28 Jun 2012 02:42 PM PDT

Yeah ok, it’s pretty easy to pick up a pair of scissors and cut your ribbon right? But a lot of cool ribbon on the market frays and leaves yucky rough edges and who wants that? So the folks at Imaginisce have designed a cool little tool called the I-Magicut ribbon cutter, it cuts and seals ribbon so no more fraying! …


Tutorial: Lemon Balm Lavender Bug Spray

Posted: 28 Jun 2012 02:29 PM PDT

Living in the woods in Northeastern United States, I know about bugs. They are everywhere here! So a chance to use something that does not smell like “Off” or contain deet is pretty exciting. Lynda at Bloom Bake Create came up with a simple but effective bug spray recipe using two great smelling herbs — lemon balm and lavender. And …


July 4th Gumball Favors

Posted: 28 Jun 2012 12:54 PM PDT

For those needing a last minute, easy-to-assemble July 4th party favor… I’m loving these gumballs-in-tubes. Find the how-tos HERE at Whipper Berry, courtesy of guest poster Camille from Makoodle.…


Burlap Rice Sack Pillows

Posted: 28 Jun 2012 10:00 AM PDT

Burlap Rice Sack PillowsTake one burlap rice bag… check. masking tape and paint… check. Develop some unique pillows to decorate your pad… check! Head over to Crème de la Craft to see the step by step photos and get the instructions for this great project — DIY projects made from everyday objects..…


Rustic Burlap Candle Holders

Posted: 28 Jun 2012 11:40 AM PDT

Add some rustic flair to your home decor with this easy DIY: burlap-covered candle holders made with jars.…


Vintage Framework Labels {Free Printables!}

Posted: 28 Jun 2012 10:39 AM PDT

More gorgeous printable labels from Cathe Holden at Just Something I Made! So pretty for wedding favors and more. Click here to get yours!…


Bridesmaid Request Cards {Tutorial}

Posted: 28 Jun 2012 09:37 AM PDT

These charming bridesmaid request cards include personalized paper dolls, friendship bracelets, and a handwritten sentiment! Get the tutorial at Marrying Prince Charming.…


Cupcake Pin Cushion

Posted: 28 Jun 2012 09:16 AM PDT

I like creative people!  I try to be creative but find that I’m so inspired by the designs of others, wanting to recreate some designs, that I don’t have time or creative energy left over to make things up for myself.  While I see a pattern as a mere suggestion and go about changing all kinds of things with most …


Pretty Posies to Stitch

Posted: 28 Jun 2012 09:07 AM PDT

I love the open look of these pretty posies from Brigitte Dadaux who always has such fun projects for us to stitch. Plus you get to choose the colors you want to stitch the project in, so that makes it even more fun. Get the free chart.


How to make a recycled doily shawl

Posted: 28 Jun 2012 08:55 AM PDT

Over at the blog a Doll for all seasons there is a tutorial on how to make a shawl for a doll out of a doily. I bet this technique would work with turning a lace table cloth into an adult size shawl too.…


Giveaway of 60 pieces of 100% wool felt

Posted: 28 Jun 2012 08:49 AM PDT

Mareth is giving away a stack of 60 pieces of 100% wool felt. She so obsessed with felt these days and she is trying to spread the love of natural felt.  You get all the rich colors shown. Head over to “Lime Riot” and see how to enter is generous giveaway!  This is lovely thick wool, not like the craft …


Tutorial: Stretch knit ruffle pants for baby or toddler

Posted: 28 Jun 2012 07:18 AM PDT

Jessica from Happy Together shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make a pair of stretch knit ruffle pants.  They’re cute for baby or toddlers.  They fit snug like leggings but with long ruffles at the bottoms.  Her tutorial uses a pair of pants that fit the child as a guide for making a pattern, but you could …


Tutorial: Rainbow butterfly applique skirt

Posted: 28 Jun 2012 06:55 AM PDT

I was in love at first sight with the rainbow butterfly applique skirt that Jessica from My Inner Need To Create made for the Project Run and Play sew along.  Now she’s guest blogging at Project Run and Play showing how to make it.  I’m in love all over again!  Go to the tutorial.

[photo from My Inner Need To Create at …


Tutorial: Custom drawstring liner to fit your picnic basket

Posted: 28 Jun 2012 06:46 AM PDT

Colette Patterns shares a tutorial on their blog, The Coletterie, showing how to make a drawstring liner for a basket. You can make it to fit any size of rectangular basket because their tutorial includes a chart for figuring cutting dimensions based on the basket dimensions and your seam allowance.  This is so awesome!!  I’ll be using this chart to figure cutting …


Video tutorial: Installing grommets and magnetic snaps

Posted: 28 Jun 2012 06:38 AM PDT

Indygo Junction guest blogs in the Purse Palooza series at Sew Sweetness with a video tutorial showing how to install grommets and magnetic snaps.  Magnetic snaps are easy to install, and easy for hands to manipulate to open or close your purse.  Grommets are mainly a decorative element, especially the oversized grommets, but they can also be functional when they’re used to …


Tutorial: Peter Pan collar t-shirt refashion

Posted: 28 Jun 2012 06:22 AM PDT

Autumn from It’s Always Autumn shows how she turned a thrifted long-sleeved tee into a short-sleeved shirt with a Peter Pan collar.  The fabric for the collar and neck ties came from the sleeves that she cut short.  She added some elastic thread ruching to the sleeves as an extra detail.  Go to her tutorial to see how to do


GIVEAWAY!!! Cool Summer Gear from the Foodiggity Shop!!

Posted: 28 Jun 2012 06:15 AM PDT

I know you know Foodiggity, because Foodiggity is one of my go-to sites for all things in food news funny, smart, interesting, weird or wackadoodle, and I say “spotted on Foodiggity” with stunning frequency. It’s only fitting, given the finds on the site, that the Foodiggity Shop carries the most funny, smart, interesting, weird and wackadoodle new …


Tutorial: Carve a Stamp

Posted: 28 Jun 2012 06:09 AM PDT

Need a stamp image but can’t the right one, why not make one? My Poppet has a great tutorial for carving your own stamp. Her little mushroom is so cute! This is a great easy start for anyone who has never carved before.

-Heather…


Palm Trees and Flip Flops

Posted: 28 Jun 2012 05:53 AM PDT

Even though the temperature is climbing to 100 today, I still wish I was lying on a tropical beach right now, thanks to these cupcakes and cookies. Find the palm tree cupcake and flip flop cookies HERE at Sweetology.

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Shooting Stars

Posted: 28 Jun 2012 05:51 AM PDT

 

If you have ever wanted to learn to felt but seemed overwhelmed by the process, this tiny project is just what you need to get your hands wet!  And, it’s just in time for July 4.  You can work up several of these to wear and gift on the day when we all enjoy watching those fireworks ‘shooting stars’.  …


Macaron Topped Cake Pops

Posted: 28 Jun 2012 05:49 AM PDT

Can’t decide what you want for dessert? Just put them together. Macarons on top of cake pops can clearly happen. Though now I’m picturing a cake pop topped with a macaron, chocolate chip cookie, chocolate ice cream, ice box cake, and a cupcake. Find the how-tos to make Macaron Cake Pops HERE at Bubble and Sweet.…


Starry Babybels and a Yee-Haw Burger

Posted: 28 Jun 2012 05:45 AM PDT

Speaking of appetizers for the 4th of July, how about some starry Babybels? Make them HERE at Kitchen Fun with My 3 Sons. And switching gears to the wild west… make some veggie burger cowboy hats HERE.


4th of July Appetizer and Favor Ideas

Posted: 28 Jun 2012 05:42 AM PDT

I have lots for the 4th today, as the countdown begins. I’m especially fond of non-sweets party ideas, since they are harder to come by. Make easy 4th of July caprese kabobs in red, white and blue (thanks to the handy dandy labels) HERE at My Own Ideas.  And it’s not food-related, but while you’re visiting, also check out …


Chocolate Star Favors for the 4th

Posted: 28 Jun 2012 05:34 AM PDT

Cute, easy and chocolatey. What’s not to love? (Easily) make these favor bags filled with red and white chocolate stars HERE at Design, Dining and Diapers. Warning if you live in Washington DC, like me, eat these fast on the 4th! It’ll be almost a 100 degrees!…


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Posted: 28 Jun 2012 03:00 AM PDT

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