“Bernard Pras” plus 33 more

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• Bernard Pras
• Make a Parakeet Mirror Pendant
• DIY Nautical Necklace
• Tutorial: Kid’s t-shirt from woven fabric
• Weird Party Photo – Pigs
• Tutorial: Fabric baskets with grommets and ties
• 6 Weeks Of Chocolate
• Free pattern: Scalloped envelope clutch
• Paper Flower Corsages & Boutonnieres {Tutorial}
• Freebie: Flower Digital Stamps
• How to Make a Felt Elephant Doorstop (that’s too cute for the floor)
• Pin of the Week: Non-Felted Slippers
• Dollar Store Vase into Elegant Luminary
• May Day Baskets
• Salt Dough Hanging for Mother’s Day
• Fuzzy Animals {Kid Craft}
• High-Heeled Nutter Butters
• Baby Einstein Caterpillar Party
• Sweet Little Doggie
• Tutorial: Coffee cozy armband iPod or pedometer holder
• 40 Balloon DIY Ideas
• Free pattern: Simple jersey dress for a little girl
• Tutorial: Leather planner organizer, plus printable pages
• How to make a recycled file folder book
• Free pattern: Simple baby sundress with ruched straps
• Tutorial: Cloth napkins with mitered corners
• Mother’s Day Gift Idea | DIY Photo Canvas Wraps
• Family and Friends Sale at Sears – One Day Only
• Technique: Recessed Stamping
• Mother’s Day Gift Idea | Painted and Embroidered Notebooks
• Best Mother’s Day Crochet Ever!
• Freebie | Printable Graphic Greeting Card
• Winner: Personalized Mother’s Day and Father’s Day Gifts Giveaway
• Mother’s Day Idea | Paper Flower Corsages and Boutonnieres

Bernard Pras Posted: 01 May 2013 11:03 PM PDT If you see only one crazy example of what art and craft can be this week, let it be Bernard Pras. Bernard specializes in anamorphic portraits–basically what you get when you mix 3d street art and collage, they are huge installations that reveal themselves as portraits only when you stand in the right spot. The example above is a portrait …

Make a Parakeet Mirror Pendant Posted: 01 May 2013 10:05 PM PDT  This is a very clever jewelry making tutorial.  It is cute, funky, kitschy, yet very trendy.    Michelle from Mich L. in L.A. created these fun and colorful necklaces using, get this.. parakeet mirrors! You read that right!  How cool is that! This is one tutorial you will want to check out to see how creative these “Parakeet Mirror …

DIY Nautical Necklace Posted: 01 May 2013 06:10 PM PDT   I have seen necklaces similar to this one in various online shops, and often wondered how they were made. In this tutorial Maria author of the blog “A Pretty Nest,” shows how she made this super trendy, perfect for summer, Nautical Necklace.…

Tutorial: Kid’s t-shirt from woven fabric Posted: 01 May 2013 04:56 PM PDT Cindy from Siestas and Sewing shows how to make a simple t-shirt for child.  You might expect that she’d use a knit fabric, but she actually uses a woven cotton instead.  Think of all the fabulous prints available in quilting cottons!  Go to her blog to see how she did it. [photo from Siestas and Sewing]…

Weird Party Photo – Pigs Posted: 01 May 2013 04:21 PM PDT What on earth are these people doing?? If this is some kinda weird Peppa Pig Party inflatable then I never want to see an inflatable for Big Bird,Bob the Builder or Tinkerbell. What’s your funny Caption to go with this photo? Comment below with your piglet humor.  …

Tutorial: Fabric baskets with grommets and ties Posted: 01 May 2013 04:20 PM PDT Sew4Home shows how to sew up a fabric basket with grommets and ties on the sides.  At 8″ x 6″ and 3″ deep, they show it as a coin catcher for the top of your dresser.  I can also see it being useful at an office desk or by the front door as a collecting place for keys and other …

6 Weeks Of Chocolate Posted: 01 May 2013 04:10 PM PDT So it has been six weeks since I started the Chocolate Diet Challenge.   You can follow my weight-loss journey in my earlier posts here.   So how am I going?  Well it’s been a little difficult actually.  Last week was a “Wedding weekend” . There was just too many restaurant outings and not enough Diet shake.  I have to …

Free pattern: Scalloped envelope clutch Posted: 01 May 2013 04:05 PM PDT Lindsay from The Cottage Home shares a tutorial over at Riley Blake Designs showing how to make a scalloped envelope clutch.  Drawing a scalloped edge can be tricky, but she includes a free pattern for that piece.  Go to Riley Blake Designs for the pattern and tutorial. [photo from The Cottage Home on Riley Blake Designs]…

Paper Flower Corsages & Boutonnieres {Tutorial} Posted: 01 May 2013 03:09 PM PDT Learn how to make pretty paper flowers and transform them into corsages or boutonnieres for your handmade wedding! Get the step-by-step tutorial at Lia Griffith. So fresh and pretty!…

Freebie: Flower Digital Stamps Posted: 01 May 2013 02:06 PM PDT Digital Two for Tuesday has two lovely vintage flower designs, pansies and roses, perfect for Mother’s day. -Heather…

How to Make a Felt Elephant Doorstop (that’s too cute for the floor) Posted: 01 May 2013 01:20 PM PDT I think everyone loves Elephants; their size, strength and what is cuter than a baby Elephant?  Sarah of "Create Studio" comes from a creative family and she always loved crafting.  She is a wife and the mother of two little boys and now there is Laney Elizabeth, February 1, 2013 making her a busy crafter.   She started "Create Studio" to …

Pin of the Week: Non-Felted Slippers Posted: 01 May 2013 01:06 PM PDT Usually I like to make my pin of the week something that’s educational, but I can’t get these bulky slippers out of my head, so I wanted to share them with you, too. The non-felted slippers pattern from Yuko Nakamura Designs came across my Pinterest feed and I knew it was something I wanted to take a closer look at. …

Dollar Store Vase into Elegant Luminary Posted: 01 May 2013 12:00 PM PDT It’s amazing what one dollar store vase, rubber bands and spray paint can do! Check out how to make this luminary at Eclectically Vintage.…

May Day Baskets Posted: 01 May 2013 11:07 AM PDT Today is May Day! Let’s celebrate by making some baskets and welcoming Spring Flowers!! Little ones will love putting little pieces of nature into their baskets! You can find the info over at The Vintage Umbrella. …

Salt Dough Hanging for Mother’s Day Posted: 01 May 2013 11:00 AM PDT Handprints have the ability to freeze time for a mom.  They allow us to look back and remember that time when our child’s hands were tiny and so delicate. Why not create a lasting memory for a special mom this year by making Salt Dough Hangings from MummyDeals. …

Fuzzy Animals {Kid Craft} Posted: 01 May 2013 10:55 AM PDT Here’s a simple way to make cute little fuzzy animals to put on a dresser for decoration, or to play with! You can find the tutorial over at homework. …

High-Heeled Nutter Butters Posted: 01 May 2013 10:45 AM PDT I laughed, audibly (some of you say “lol”), at this one. Nutter Butters turned into heels. Make them HERE at She Knows, from Project Denneler.…

Baby Einstein Caterpillar Party Posted: 01 May 2013 10:36 AM PDT I find this colorful, polka-dot filled first birthday so charming because the theme was inspired by the toys the baby first loved: The Baby Einstein caterpillar. This caterpillar cake is darling, but I also love how rainbow-colored polka dots appear elsewhere. Find the party HERE at Cake Whiz.  …

Sweet Little Doggie Posted: 01 May 2013 09:05 AM PDT When I was a child, my sister and I drove my mother to distraction playing a recording of the song “How Much is That Doggie in the Window.” This doggie looks as cute as I imagined that doggie might have been. If you are a fan of doggies like I am, you might want to stitch up this project. If …

Tutorial: Coffee cozy armband iPod or pedometer holder Posted: 01 May 2013 08:36 AM PDT Summer from Dollar Store Crafts turned a dollar store coffee cozy into an armband holder for an iPod or pedometer.  And she did it with just a couple of seams.  How stinkin’ brilliant is that!  Go to Dollar Store Crafts for the how-to. [photo from Dollar Store Crafts]…

40 Balloon DIY Ideas Posted: 01 May 2013 08:28 AM PDT Balloons don’t have to be tacky, there is so much creativity to be found online. Larger round balloons are taking the old-fashioned party decoration to a new creative height (pun intended). Check out the top 40 DIY Balloon Party Decoration Ideas on our Pinterest inspiration board.…

Free pattern: Simple jersey dress for a little girl Posted: 01 May 2013 08:25 AM PDT You can find a free pattern for a simple jersey dress for toddler girl over at Prudent Baby.  The pattern will make a simple sleeveless bodice that you can use to make two versions of a loose fit sundress – one with a basic gathered skirt, and one with a tiered gathered skirt.  The tutorial shows how to include pockets …

Tutorial: Leather planner organizer, plus printable pages Posted: 01 May 2013 08:13 AM PDT Portia from Miss P  made this leather planner organizer from scratch.  The leather for the cover came from a pair of pants, and she designed and printed the pages herself.  She shares a tutorial for making the leather cover AND a set of free printables for making the pages to fill it.  Go to her blog for the tutorial and the …

How to make a recycled file folder book Posted: 01 May 2013 08:10 AM PDT This book does double duty, not only does is it filled with pages perfect for note taking and sketching it also has pockets to store all the little bits we all pick up when we’re out and about. See how to make this recycled file folder book with pocket over at Craftside.…

Free pattern: Simple baby sundress with ruched straps Posted: 01 May 2013 08:01 AM PDT Kate from See Kate Sew shares a free pattern for a simple baby top or sundress.  It has a basic bodice with ruched straps and a gathered skirt (make it long for a dress, shorter for a top).  Her pattern will make a dress to fit a baby 3-6+ months.  If you need a smaller or larger size, the sizing should be …

Tutorial: Cloth napkins with mitered corners Posted: 01 May 2013 07:42 AM PDT Monica from Crafty Nest shows how to make your own cloth napkins with mitered corners.   The miter gives the corner a neat, bulk-free finish. Go to her tutorial. [photo from Crafty Nest]…

Mother’s Day Gift Idea | DIY Photo Canvas Wraps Posted: 01 May 2013 07:00 AM PDT If you love the look of wrapped canvases, take a look at the DIY version from COSCO Industries. The DIY Canvas Wrap kit retails for $29.99 and includes the supplies to create three wrapped canvases using your home printer. The kit is compatible with ink jet printers that have the borderless printing feature, and the canvases measure 9.5 inches …

Family and Friends Sale at Sears – One Day Only Posted: 01 May 2013 06:33 AM PDT Just in time for Mother's Day, get the home Spring-ready for Mom! For ONE DAY only, on May 5th, Sears is having its Family & Friends sale where you have a choice between receiving 15% off your purchase, or 25% in SHOP YOUR WAY REWARDS ? Points added to your account. And, with Mother's Day just a few …

Technique: Recessed Stamping Posted: 01 May 2013 06:05 AM PDT Lots of stamp companies are now offering matching dies to go with their stamp images so you don’t have to cut around it out, just die cut it. The My Favorite Things blog has another way to use these same dies for a technique called recessed stamping, cut out the front panel of the card with the dies and lay …

Mother’s Day Gift Idea | Painted and Embroidered Notebooks Posted: 01 May 2013 06:00 AM PDT I love this idea from The Experimental Home that uses a toddler’s finger paintings as the basis for these embroidered notebooks. The notebooks are a wonderful Mother’s Day gift, and you can also use this idea for making scrapbook page embellishments. Click here to see more.…

Best Mother’s Day Crochet Ever! Posted: 01 May 2013 05:31 AM PDT   I’m a practical person.  You knew that, right?  I am NOT a well organized person.  You knew that, right?  So, when I ran across this, I knew, just KNEW, that this would be the best Mother’s Day present ever.  It’s crocheted.  It’s simple.  It’s fast.  It’s easy.  It’s useful.  It will be a hit! You’ll need some good feltable …

Freebie | Printable Graphic Greeting Card Posted: 01 May 2013 05:00 AM PDT Love triangles? This free printable greeting card is for you! Download this freebie from Creative in Chicago, then print, cut,, fold and send off to a friend. Click here to go to the download.…

Winner: Personalized Mother’s Day and Father’s Day Gifts Giveaway Posted: 01 May 2013 04:06 AM PDT First off I want to thank everyone who entered the giveaway.  I enjoyed reading all of the comments from each of you that entered. I emailed Regina,  the designer who is responsible for making these lovely prizes, she said she has enjoyed seeing what everyone had to say as well. The winner was chosen at random and has been notified!…

Mother’s Day Idea | Paper Flower Corsages and Boutonnieres Posted: 01 May 2013 04:00 AM PDT Lia Griffith shares this tutorial for making paper flowers into corsages and boutonnieres, perfect for Mother’s Day! You can use her printable PDF flowers, or click here for tons of paper flower tutorials.…

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