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Friday, May 25, 2012

“Techniques for Making Charms” plus 35 more

“Techniques for Making Charms” plus 35 more


Techniques for Making Charms

Posted: 24 May 2012 09:31 PM PDT

A fun part of having been watching polymer clay on the internet for around ten years now has been finding the little pockets of awesome resources here and there. PolymerClayWeb has been around for a while but it seems there are new goodies every time I look.

The tutorial for the chatty charms is good for a few different reasons: …


Ta Dah!: Happier with a Hoover quilt block

Posted: 24 May 2012 07:30 PM PDT

Amy Friend of During Quiet Time created this fun quilt block for her bee partner, Leila. She shows the advertisement that inspired the block and shares her experience drafting the pattern. Go HERE to read more.

Image credit: During Quiet Time


Golden Candy Nuggets for a Gold Rush BBQ

Posted: 24 May 2012 07:26 PM PDT

This panning-for-gold candy looks straight from 1849, doesn’t it? And am I the only one who immediately thought of the Little House on the Prairie episode where Laura and her friend think they found gold in the stream and start panning for it and dream about their impending wealthy lives? Yes? No? Probably the only one. Anyway, learn to make …


Patriotic image at The Graphics Fairy

Posted: 24 May 2012 07:05 PM PDT

From The Graphics Fairy, here’s an interesting patriotic image suitable for Memorial Day or 4th of July crafting. Go HERE to download.…


Free Project – Diamond Chain Bracelet

Posted: 24 May 2012 06:49 PM PDT

diamond chain bracelet by Diane Fitzgerald

Take a look at this beauty from Diane Fitzgerald. Want this project for free? Get it and two others from Diane Fitzgerald's Favorite Beading Projects at Lark Jewelry & Beading!…


{DIY} Fancy Bridal Shoe Clips

Posted: 24 May 2012 06:47 PM PDT

Jazz up your wedding shoes with fancy feather and ribbon clips via a fun and easy tutorial from One Lovely Day!…


Generation Q magazine, front cover

Posted: 24 May 2012 06:34 PM PDT

Yay! The debut issue of Generation Q magazine is in print. Check out the creative power couple on the cover. That’s Amy and David Butler all wrapped up in a pretty quilt! This issue will be available in stores mid June, so you don’t have long to wait.

Image credit: Jake Finch FB


Tutorial: Hip To Be Square upcycled top for little girls

Posted: 24 May 2012 04:55 PM PDT

Heather from Sew Easy Being Green shows how to make her Hip To Be Square upcycled top for little girls.  It’s made from two large squares of knit fabric that have been repurposed from old t-shirts.  The square shape is an easy sew, and you can give it a variety of looks depending on how you cut the neck (boatneck …


Making Wire & Bead Jewelry giveaway

Posted: 24 May 2012 04:42 PM PDT

cover art of Making Wire & Bead JewelryLark Jewelry & Beading is offering you the chance to win a copy of Making Wire & Bead Jewelry! If you aren’t familiar with this great book, check out my review of Making Wire & Bead Jewelry and then hurry over to Lark for your chance to win a copy signed by Janice Berkebile and Tracy Stanley. The giveaway ends …


Tutorial: Penny pincher coin purse

Posted: 24 May 2012 04:20 PM PDT

The Free Spirit Fabrics blog shares a PDF tutorial by Melissa Peda from 100 Billion Stars showing how to make her Penny Pincher coin purse.  It’s made with a flex frame, so opening it is just a matter of pinching the ends together.  Get a link to the PDF tutorial at the Free Spirt Fabrics blog.

[photo retrieved from Melissa Peda …


Tutorial: Add leather trim to a plain tee

Posted: 24 May 2012 04:04 PM PDT

Suzannah from Adventures in Dressmaking shows how to add some zing to a plain tee with leather (or faux leather) accents.  She added a contrast pocket and bands across the shoulders.  It’s quick to do, since the edges of the leather (or faux leather) won’t fray.  Get the tute.

[photo from Adventures in Dressmaking]…


Felt Lavender Sachet tutorial

Posted: 24 May 2012 03:55 PM PDT

What a perfect tutorial now that summer if here in the USA the Lavender will be blooming and ready to harvest and dry.  Laura Lupin Handmade of "Bugs and Fishes" is sharing this sweet project with us.  She offers plenty of ideas for the colors and ways to decorate your sachet with a pattern and pictorial tutorial. Laura has …


DIY Photo Letters + Free Printables

Posted: 24 May 2012 03:26 PM PDT

I’m a big fan of wedding decor that can be reused after the big day! That’s why I love this photo letter project created by Shanty 2 Chic and featured at Emmaline Bride! Get all the details and links to free printable letters here.…


Project: Vintage Butterfly Card

Posted: 24 May 2012 02:56 PM PDT

This lovely card reminds me of a vintage natural history diorama. Find directions for making this pretty card over on the Inkadinkado website.

-Heather…


Fresh Classes over at Wired Designs

Posted: 24 May 2012 12:34 PM PDT

If you’re in the San Antonio area of Texas this summer check out Wired Designs. You can find a ton of cool classes in glass and metals. Gail has posted new classes and discounts in her newsletter. Then wander over to her web site to learn even more. And check out Kiln Frog for equipment and other goodies for …


Mauro Bonaventura’s Glass Cages

Posted: 24 May 2012 11:44 AM PDT

I love showing you all a glass artist that has some video to watch. It’s wonderful to get a chance to watch them work. And Mauro is a torch worker, so for all of you that are too torch workers you may be able to pick up a few ideas, inspirations and/or techniques. Daily Art Muse has come through again …


Porcelain Sculpts – Kate MacDowell

Posted: 24 May 2012 11:13 AM PDT

Art and craft today folks! Head on over to Black, White & Lace to read this excellent feature on Kate MacDowell. I could paraphrase some of what’s said about this amazing artist who blends nature and anatomy into haunting porcelain sculpts, but that would be a waste of your time. Head over to read about her, and then check …


Find: Faux Bois Tapered Candles

Posted: 24 May 2012 09:20 AM PDT

Etsy seller StorytimeCandles has these cute faux bois (fake wood) tapered candles for sale in their shop. These rustic-inspired cuties are made with beeswax and would add texture to any cabin, home, or outdoorsy affair. Get a pair for yourself.…


Wedding Cake Card Box Tutorial

Posted: 24 May 2012 08:46 AM PDT

Learn how to make your own wedding cake card box with a colorful tutorial from Smashed Peas & Carrots! Very cute!…


Sandwich “Cupcakes”

Posted: 24 May 2012 07:55 AM PDT

Because I expect just shaping something like a cupcake makes it infinitely more appealing to a kid… make sandwich “cupcakes” HERE at Cute Food for Kids.…


How to make a whole bunch of 18 inch doll accessories

Posted: 24 May 2012 07:55 AM PDT

Over at Donna’s blog a Doll for all Seasons there are awesome tutorials for making all sorts of accessories for an 18 inch doll! Making mini versions of all sorts of goodies looks like a total hoot!…


A Bird on a Spool of Thread

Posted: 24 May 2012 07:40 AM PDT

This little birdie in blue is visiting the spool of thread looking for nesting material. What a great little project to stitch up, free from Balades et Broderies. Get the free chart.


Embroidery Angel

Posted: 24 May 2012 07:31 AM PDT

When I get to heaven I want to sit around and stitch and that’s exactly what this little cherub is doing. It’s a great free chart from Croix de Christine. Check it out.


Tutorial: Little girl’s summer maxi dress

Posted: 24 May 2012 07:10 AM PDT

Simple Simon & Co. shows how a little girl’s t-shirt plus some yardage in a bright summery print becomes a cute maxi dress.  You’ll use just the top of the shirt, so this would be a great use for a t-shirt that has staining on the lower portion.  Go to her tutorial to see how to do it.

[photo from …


Personalized Father’s Day Gift Ideas

Posted: 24 May 2012 06:59 AM PDT

Aw, all of Dad’s favorite things are covered with these ideas from My Own Ideas. I love this one, not only can you make your own beer labels for Dad, but you can personalize the bottle carrier AND make a cozy HERE. Turn Dad’s loved ones into a handy place to rest his beer (ie. cute coasters) HERE


Tutorial: DIY vinyl belt

Posted: 24 May 2012 06:58 AM PDT

Jessica from Running With Scissors can be found blogging in the Just Sew Week series at Mama Says Sew today, where she shares a tutorial showing how she made this awesome orange belt for her young son.  She used orange vinyl for the belt, and got her hardware from a thrifted belt.  Brilliant!  A thrifted belt will often be much cheaper than buying …


Margarita Fixings Host Gift

Posted: 24 May 2012 06:51 AM PDT

Methinks you will be a most popular Memorial Day BBQ guest if you arrive with tequila and all the fixings for margaritas. Like citron salt, chipotle salt and crushed candy. Find them HERE at Love U Madly.…


Tutorial: Reshape a straight skirt hem into a “high-low” hem

Posted: 24 May 2012 06:44 AM PDT

Stacie from Stars for Streetlights shares a tutorial at The Fashion Spot showing how to reshape a straight skirt hem into one with this season’s very popular “high low” style – higher in the front, longer in the back.  Get the how-to.

[photo from Stacie Grissom on The Fashion Spot]…


Graduation Cap S’mores Pops

Posted: 24 May 2012 06:41 AM PDT

Grad cap pops made easy with marshmallows. Sigh, marshmallows make everything easier, I think. Find the how-tos HERE at Sweet Simple Stuff.…


Tutorial: Color blocked leggings for little girl

Posted: 24 May 2012 06:26 AM PDT

Jessica from Me Sew Crazy guest blogs in the Vintage May series at Craftiness Is Not Optional with a tutorial showing how to make colorblocked leggings.  These are SO cool, especially in the black and white that she used in the example!  Get the tute.

[photo from Mew Sew Crazy on Craftiness Is Not Optional]…


Tutorial: Add hidden side pockets when making a skirt

Posted: 24 May 2012 06:21 AM PDT

Amber from Very Homemade shows how easy it is to add hidden side pockets to the next gathered skirt you make.  Get the tute.

[photo from Very Homemade]…


Project: Stamped Baby Plaque

Posted: 24 May 2012 06:06 AM PDT

Turn a plain ol’ boring white photo mat into an adorable name plaque for a baby’s room. Gel-a’-Tins stamps has complete directions on their blog.

-Heather…


Tutorial | Flower Favor Bags & Envelopes

Posted: 24 May 2012 06:00 AM PDT

Over at StudioDIY you can find a tutorial for making favor bags more summery, as well as being able to use them as envelopes. Click here to go to the tutorial.…


Tutorial | Make Your Own Alpha Stickers

Posted: 24 May 2012 05:00 AM PDT

Agustina from Made With Love shows you how she made her own tiny letter stickers using PowerPoint and sticker paper. You can also use Word to create these. Such an innovative idea! Click here to go to the tutorial.…


Tutorial | Pyramid Gift Boxes

Posted: 24 May 2012 04:00 AM PDT

Rachel from Lines Across shows you how to make these pyramid shaped gift boxes using a template that she found on Sassafras Lass. Click here to go to the tutorial.…


Inspiration du Jour | Mia y Rahma

Posted: 24 May 2012 03:00 AM PDT

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