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Tuesday, June 12, 2012

“Review: Smash Journal by K&Company” plus 31 more

“Review: Smash Journal by K&Company” plus 31 more


Review: Smash Journal by K&Company

Posted: 11 Jun 2012 09:22 PM PDT

(Photo by K&Company: SMASH)

I was lucky enough last week to receive the above journal in the mail from K&Company. Smash Journals aren’t exactly scrapbooking, more like scrapbooking for those who don’t have time or patience for actual scrapbooking. (Although I’m sure experienced scrapbookers would have fun too!) The premise is to have a place to collect all of the …


Tutorial: Textured quilt block – Pin tucks

Posted: 11 Jun 2012 09:21 PM PDT

Teresa of Teresa Down Under is exploring texture in fabric by hosting a series of tutorials where pin tucks, smocking, or shirring will appear in the center of a quilt block. Get the know-how.

Image credit: Teresa Down Under

Via Craftgawker


Clay Mosaic on Monday

Posted: 11 Jun 2012 07:52 PM PDT

Some of the newest finds in the polymer clay stream on Flickr:

1. "Black Olive Mashed Potatoes", 2. polymer clay Hibiscus, 3. Falkor: Custom 4? Kracka, 4. Auryn steampunk


Pay attention for quilt-y inspiration

Posted: 11 Jun 2012 07:44 PM PDT

I always enjoy reading what Becky has to say at Piece O’ Cake Blog. Today she talks about paying attention to what is going on around us. Her topic stemmed from an article she read in the NY Times. Her take is interesting and she shares some great photos. Go HERE to learn more.

Image credit: Piece O’ Cake


Interweave HURT Book Sale!

Posted: 11 Jun 2012 06:10 PM PDT

Up to 70% off on your favorite craft books. Now these might have some minor scratches and dents, but they are intact and totally usable.

21 pages of books, HERE - hurry before they are all gone!!!…


Beach Knitting!

Posted: 11 Jun 2012 05:56 PM PDT

100% cotton, eco friendly and made in the USA! And yes, it’s 100% cotton, perfect for a beach coverup, t-shirt, tank… or even an eyeglass cord, like this FREE PATTERN HERE!!

Find this awesome yarn over at Knit Out Of The Box!


Winners of Giveaways

Posted: 11 Jun 2012 05:34 PM PDT

Dyeing in the Kitchen – Lori

and Color and Yarn Design for Spinners – Sierra! Congratulations, ladies! Thanks for playing!…


Tutorial: Simple headwrap in three flavors

Posted: 11 Jun 2012 05:02 PM PDT

Kate from See Kate Sew shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make simple headwraps in three flavors- plain, with a big bow, and with a knot.  They’re a cute – and quick – way to keep your hair back on a hot summer day.  Get the tute.

[photo from See Kate Sew]…


Tutorial: DIY dyed skinny jeans

Posted: 11 Jun 2012 04:33 PM PDT

I am loving the brightly colored skinny jeans that are popular right now.  But buying a pair in every color you love will get expensive.  Amanda from The Little Giggler shows how you can DIY the look.  She starts with a pair of boot cut jeans, reshapes them to skinnies, and then dyes them to the color she wants.  Go


Tutorial: Double Layer Circle Skirt for little girls

Posted: 11 Jun 2012 04:07 PM PDT

Jamie from Scattered Thoughts of a Crafty Mom shows how to make her Double Circle Skirt for little girls.  The layered circle skirt has a drop waist and cinch ties at the sides of the top skirt layer.  It’s made from t-shirt knit so it’s comfortable for active playtime.  She points you to a couple of options for the basic …


Project: Eiffel Tower Card

Posted: 11 Jun 2012 02:03 PM PDT

Directions for making this stunning Paris inspired card can be found over on the Hampton Arts stamp blog. Ooh La La!

-Heather…


Ice Cream Cone Cupcake Toppers

Posted: 11 Jun 2012 11:17 AM PDT

I’m such a sucker for any edible craft involving Bugles–memories of eating them off my fingers in childhood, I think. Also, these are super easy and cute. Top cupcakes with ice cream cones made from Bugles and gumballs HERE at Meet the Dubiens.…


Congrats Goes To…………..

Posted: 11 Jun 2012 10:52 AM PDT

Lesia, Kapree, ShelbyT, Merete and Crafty Girl…..you are our Fab Five and you’ve won your favorite five digital stamps from KennyK!! I’ve sent you e-mails, please respond and you’re new digi’s will be on their way.

Thanks to everyone who entered!

-Heather…


Felt Road patrol kit tutorial with road signs

Posted: 11 Jun 2012 10:04 AM PDT

 

 Kristen hosts "make the best of everything" and lives in Iowa with her husband and their baby boy; made this creative felt road as a gift for her nephew Kyle who just turned two.  Kristen realizes this gift is a little advanced for a 2 year old, she knows Kyle will get help on how to use it from …


Polish + Bouquets

Posted: 11 Jun 2012 09:13 AM PDT

Matching your nail polish to your bouquet has never been easier than with these glamorous pairings featured at Grey Likes Weddings! Add  modern flair with a graphic design like the chevrons shown here, go classic and refined with soft colors and subtle shimmer, or throw in some glitz and sparkle. You’ll find all these perfect pairings and more here!…


Cigar Cookies

Posted: 11 Jun 2012 09:03 AM PDT

Perfect timing for a week of “Desserts for Dudes” over at Bake at 350 what with Father’s Day quickly approaching. Tee hee, I think I’d love the aroma of these cigar cookies way more than the real thing. Decorate cigar cookies HERE at Bake at 350.…


How to make a recycled cd mosaic frame

Posted: 11 Jun 2012 07:43 AM PDT

When you’re cleaning out and ready to discard those old cds why not turn them into mosaic pieces and make a pretty frame. Check out the awesome tutorial that Crystal sent in featured on her blog Make It Easy Crafts on how to make a recycled cd mosaic frame.…


Essential Supplies for Baking and Decorating Sweets

Posted: 11 Jun 2012 07:33 AM PDT

For all newly interested (or just curious experts) in baking and decorating cookies, cupcakes, marshmallows, cake pops and other sweet treats, I’ve collected a list of what I deem as necessary supplies to have on hand. I’m sure others could easily add or take away from this list, but these are my absolute must-have items in my kitchen. You can …


Tutorial: 9 Lines sweater or tee

Posted: 11 Jun 2012 07:26 AM PDT

Steph from 3 Hours Past shares the latest in her series of variations of the Blank Canvas Tee.  This month’s variation is the 9 Lines Hack, the name derived from the nine lines of pintucking around the neck.  She adds long sleeves (with a gusset for wider range of motion) and a standaway collar.  You can make it from …


Banana Sushi

Posted: 11 Jun 2012 07:12 AM PDT

I’ve seen plenty of sweet versions of sushi, but never with bananas. For the fruit and candy and sushi loving kids or grown-ups, make silly banana sushi HERE at Maché.…


Lookie what she made: 1940′s inspired color blocked blouse refashion

Posted: 11 Jun 2012 07:07 AM PDT

Katja from Of Dreams and Seams shares her latest refashioning project.  This time she’s using instructions from a 1940′s fashion magazine that shows how to use two shirts (one black, one white) to make a color blocked blouse.  In addition to photos of her blouse, she also shows the refashion project page from the old magazine.  Read more at Of


Chocolate Cheesecake Pots

Posted: 11 Jun 2012 06:57 AM PDT

Such a simple idea for a summer or garden party (even a wedding?), but with impact, yes? And chocolate, cheesecake, cookie crumbles, mint… my kinda dessert. Make potted chocolate cheesecakes HERE at Sisteroo.…


Princess Pancakes

Posted: 11 Jun 2012 06:53 AM PDT

A little shout out breakfast for all the princess-obsessed kids out there (I know of at least one)…. Make Princess pancakes HERE at Kitchen Fun with My 3 Sons.…


Tutorial: Two tone maxi dress with faux wrap and ruffled neckline

Posted: 11 Jun 2012 06:43 AM PDT

Beverly from Flamingo Toes guest blogs in the (30) Days of Dresses series at Melly Sews with a tutorial showing how to make a maxi sundress with a ruffled neckline and faux wrap skirt.  She used two colors of knit fabric so the ruffle and wrap details stand out.  Get the how-to.

[photo from Flamingo Toes on Melly Sews]…


Tutorial: American flag throw pillow

Posted: 11 Jun 2012 06:32 AM PDT

This American flag themed pillow would make a cute addition to 4th of July decor.  Heather from The Sewing Loft shares a tutorial showing how to make one.  The stars are made with reverse applique, and the stripes from ruffled strips of fabric.  Go to her tute.

[photo from The Sewing Loft]…


Tutorial: Easy Mommy Skirt

Posted: 11 Jun 2012 06:22 AM PDT

Delia from Delia Creates posts in her Color Your Summer series with a tutorial showing how to make her Easy Mommy Skirt.  It’s a grown-up variation of the Easy Baby Skirt she wrote a tutorial for earlier this year. The mommy version  moves to a wide elastic waistband instead of the foldover knit waistband she used on the baby version.  A couple …


Climbing Rose Cross Stitch Chart

Posted: 11 Jun 2012 06:16 AM PDT

This climbing rose design is made all the more charming by the two blackbirds that are inhabiting the design. They look as if they are guarding the beautiful blooms, don’t they? This free chart is courtesy of Kissy Cross. Check it out.


Project: Kitty Covered Notebook

Posted: 11 Jun 2012 05:50 AM PDT

Amy aka The Scrapping Mommy shows how to take apart a plain spiral notebook, cover it with papers, dies and stamps for a purrrfect new notebook! Meow!

-Heather…


Cool Product | Stickers from Instagram Photos

Posted: 11 Jun 2012 05:00 AM PDT

Printstagram the company that will print out your Instagram photos, is now offering mini stickers made from Instagram photos. $10 will buy you a set of 2 sticker books for a total of 252 stickers. Click here for more information.…


Freebie | Printable Vacation Journaling Cards

Posted: 11 Jun 2012 04:00 AM PDT

Natt Smith from Awesomeness of Crafting created these printable vacation themed journaling cards and you can get them as a free download from her blog. Click here to go to the download.…


Inspiration du Jour | Almost Giddy

Posted: 11 Jun 2012 03:00 AM PDT

Review: Part 3: Some Criticism of Tokyo Disneyland Resort

Posted: 11 Jun 2012 12:13 AM PDT

We hope you have enjoyed our review of Tokyo Disneyland Resort so far. In part 1, we reviewed Tokyo Disneyland and in part 2, we reviewed Tokyo DisneySea each of which is a separate theme park (but within the same geographical area).

This is part 3, the final post that details some criticism of Tokyo Disneyland Resort (so it is …


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