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Wednesday, November 21, 2012

“Gandalf the Grey Staff – Cation Designs” plus 27 more

“Gandalf the Grey Staff – Cation Designs” plus 27 more


Gandalf the Grey Staff – Cation Designs

Posted: 20 Nov 2012 10:15 PM PST

Thinking of heading out for a midnight premiere of The Hobbit? Maybe you’d even like a little movie prop magic to take with you? Well, if you are and if you would, then you absolutely must check out Cation DesignsGandalf the Grey Staff. The entire project cost less than $10 excluding basic supplies like paint and tape …


Give Thanks Luminary

Posted: 20 Nov 2012 07:40 PM PST

Crafts by Amanda shares a cute tutorial for a Thanksgiving luminary that reads ‘give thanks’!…


Painting with Alcohol Inks

Posted: 20 Nov 2012 06:54 PM PST

ArtsyClay shows a clear step by step for using alcohol inks to create paints to use on polymer clay. I’ve found that white clays or black clays with metal leaf work best for use with alcohol inks.

Picture by ArtsyClay.…


Luminary Advent Calendar

Posted: 20 Nov 2012 05:46 PM PST

Design, Dining and Diapers made this awesome advent calendar luminary set with glass etching cream. Can you make it in time for the first? Grab the tutorial.…


Tutorial: Make a ruched table runner

Posted: 20 Nov 2012 03:45 PM PST

Abby from Sew Much Ado shows how to make a this lovely ruched table runner.  She made hers with a ruched quilting weight cotton down the middle, and burlap for the borders, but you could use any woven fabric.  Get the how-to.

[photo from Sew Much Ado]…


Tutorial: Fabric wrapped canvas wall art

Posted: 20 Nov 2012 03:19 PM PST

Sometimes fabric is just too pretty to cut up.  Maybe you just want to hang it on the wall as it is.  If that’s the case, check out this tutorial over at Sew Timeless, where they show how to wrap a canvas with your favorite fabric print for some almost instant – but very  inexpensive – wall art.  Get


Video tutorial: Using a rolled hem foot

Posted: 20 Nov 2012 02:54 PM PST

Bari J. shows how to use a rolled hem foot to make easy work of turning under a hem.  It’s one of those techniques that you have to see done in order to understand, so she shares it as a video.  Go to her video tutorial.

[photo from Bari J.]…


AIRHEADS Candy Melting Snowmen

Posted: 20 Nov 2012 02:31 PM PST

You probably don’t know this about me, except that I say it every chance I get and seek credit whenever I am able, but I invented the melting snowman cookie. I’ve seen versions of the melting snowman cookie all over the internet, in national magazines, I even heard there was a melting snowman cookie kit for sale out there. …


Project; Thanksgiving Place Cards

Posted: 20 Nov 2012 02:09 PM PST

Looking for a last minute way to jazz up your Thanksgiving table? Why not make some pretty place cards for your guests. Find directions for these cute acorn ones over on the Two Peas in a Bucket blog.

-Heather…


Fall Floating Candle Holder

Posted: 20 Nov 2012 01:57 PM PST

Le Zoe Musings created beautiful floating candle holders featuring autumnal staples like berries, twigs and mums. Tutorial


2013 Stitch A Long

Posted: 20 Nov 2012 12:13 PM PST

Dragonflylotus Designs Handspun Thread is sponsoring a stitch a long in 2013 and you are invited to plan ahead and sign up now. Three finishing options for the project will be shown and the design includes specialty stitches as well so if you are interested in learning those this is the time to learn them. Find out more information on …


How to make a wine bottle vase

Posted: 20 Nov 2012 10:55 AM PST

Over at the blog Pretty Pauper there is a tutorial on how to make a wine bottle vase. The cool thing about this tutorial is the way you cut the bottle with simple things you are sure to have around the house. No special tools need!…


Knit a Wreath for Sandy Relief

Posted: 20 Nov 2012 06:25 AM PST

hampstead wreathThere are so many different knitting and craft-related projects going on to help people affected by that storm called Sandy that I couldn’t possibly keep up with them all. I consider that a very good thing indeed.

Another very good thing indeed is this lovely Hampstead Wreath, a knit wreath adorned with a pretty cable pattern and designed by …


Video Game Themed Weddings

Posted: 20 Nov 2012 05:53 AM PST

From the proposal to the cake and flowers, reception, and so much more, Bridal Guide shares a wealth of ways to incorporate videos games into your wedding theme! Click here for all the details!…


Freebie: Printable Holiday Paper Figures

Posted: 20 Nov 2012 05:28 AM PST

Martha Stewart Crafts has these cute Holiday paper figures to print, cut out and assemble. So cute for a mantle, centerpiece or add a ribbon to make an ornament.

-Heather…


EPC Film- Eco-Friendly Iron Ons {Review & Tutorial}

Posted: 20 Nov 2012 05:18 AM PST

When I first received the EPC Film Paper from Neenah, I was wondering two things. First, how is this product going to be different than any other iron on product I’ve used, and second, will it be easy? I have to say that I was pleasantly surprised as I learned many things about this product that I would love …


Make Your Own Twinkies

Posted: 20 Nov 2012 05:01 AM PST

smallcopycat.jpgNow that, as I’m sure you’ve heard, the Twinkie and Hostess may be no more, and from what I hear, the shelves are empty from panicked consumers snatching up the last remnants of their childhood, here’s a back-up plan. Make your own Hostess Twinkies. Find the how-tos HERE at Instructables, from scoochmaroo.…


Tutorial | China Doll Bookmarks

Posted: 20 Nov 2012 05:00 AM PST

Join Sandy Ang to learn how to make these adorable China Doll bookmarks. She provides and template and ideas for embellishing them. Click here to go to the tutorial.…


Veggie Pizza Leaves

Posted: 20 Nov 2012 04:56 AM PST

Colorful, healthy and just the right appetizer for Fall… Make veggie pizza leaves HERE at Hungry Happenings.…


Turkey Snack for Kids

Posted: 20 Nov 2012 04:54 AM PST

Finally, kids can do the work themselves. I’m loving this simple snack idea for kids to assemble their own turkeys from crackers, cheese and veggies. Find it HERE at Creative Food.…


Wanna Win Some Snowflakes? A Giveaway!

Posted: 20 Nov 2012 04:51 AM PST

Another Giveaway for you.  This time, you can win a copy of this delicious book I reviewed here.  This one will be really easy for you to enter and really difficult for me to judge!

To enter, post a link in the Comment section below to a picture of a crochet snowflake – either one of your own design …


Tutorial: Studded denim jacket

Posted: 20 Nov 2012 04:51 AM PST

Mimi G. Style shows how to add studded shoulders to a plain denim jacket, a design inspired by a similar jacket by Zara.  The studs are placed into felt pieces which are then handstitched down to the jacket.  This means you can easily remove the studded shoulder piece and have your plain jacket back next year when there’s a new style trend.  Get the


Tutorial: Floral Fleece Scarf

Posted: 20 Nov 2012 04:41 AM PST

This fleece flower scarf by Anshu from Blooms and Bugs is so pretty!  And it’s easy to make, too.  She shares the tutorial as part of her Fall Wardrobe Revamp series, but I think it would also make a nice Christmas gift.  Get the tute.

[photo from Blooms and Bugs]…


Tutorial: Resize a man’s henley down to fit a toddler

Posted: 20 Nov 2012 04:27 AM PST

Vanessa from Designs by Sessa shares a tutorial in the Flickr Friends series over at Project Run & Play showing how she sized a man’s henley down to fit her toddler son.  She says she didn’t know if the scale of the button placket would work on a smaller shirt, but it turned out that it does nicely.  She added a …


Tutorial | Desktop Flip Mini Book

Posted: 20 Nov 2012 04:00 AM PST

Olivia from My Favourite Things explains how she made this flip book that stand upright. Her minibook was adapted from a tutorial by Lowri Mcnabb. Click here to go to the tutorial.…


Devine Arts Exhibition Brisbane Australia

Posted: 20 Nov 2012 03:56 AM PST

Devine Arts Exhibition welcomes you to their 2 day Exhibition and sale, to be held
this year in the Theatre at Corinda State High School (Brisbane, Australia) on November 24 and 25,
from 9.30 – 2.30 daily.

This year’s collection of artworks and handcrafts has been personally
selected, when possible, directly from the makers in workshops, villages,
co-operatives, souks and …


Inspiration du Jour | Cherish These Moments

Posted: 20 Nov 2012 03:00 AM PST

Michaels Dream Tree Challenge Reveal

Posted: 20 Nov 2012 01:56 AM PST

Thank you, Michaels, for the opportunity to participate in the Dream Tree Challenge! It was a fun-filled whirlwind week planning, dreaming, shopping and creating my dream tree. See all the Dream Tree Challenge entries on Michaels Facebook page or Pinterest!

jeweled and glittered faux peacock feather

There were lots of shiny things I love.

glittery floral stems tucked into the tree to add some shine

ornament with shiny and matte textured surfaces

The ornaments came in many sizes, shapes, textures, and colors.…


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