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“Harvest Napkin Rings – Eat.Sleep.Make.” plus 32 more

“Harvest Napkin Rings – Eat.Sleep.Make.” plus 32 more


Harvest Napkin Rings – Eat.Sleep.Make.

Posted: 13 Nov 2012 10:44 PM PST

Eat.Sleep.Make. is always cooking up something crafty and wonderful and these Harvest Napkin Rings are no exception. This photo shows off my favorite part of these napkin rings–the fabulous fall colored geometric stamping on the old book pages. Perfect for any fall get together, and especially nice for those in warmer climes where you don’t get your fill of fall …


Michaels Dream Tree Challenge

Posted: 13 Nov 2012 09:00 PM PST

The holiday season is here and I've officially begun to think about decorating thanks to Michaels Stores and their Dream Tree Challenge! I was officially invited to participate last week so I grabbed Mom and we headed over to our local Michaels and began to dream about all the possibilities.

My Mtom lookiing at poinsettias

Michaels has so many colors and styles! The ribbons …


Quilts for geeks

Posted: 13 Nov 2012 08:18 PM PST

Toni of Quiltoni says she creates her geek-inspired quilts to make people smile and to keep them warm. They’re sure to please geeks, gamers and comic book fans of all ages. Go HERE to see her gallery of quilts.

Image credit: Quiltoni


Free ebook: Woven bags

Posted: 13 Nov 2012 05:52 PM PST

Check out this new free ebook from Interweave: Learn How to Make Woven Bags with 4 Woven Bag Projects. The site says,

Handmade bags and totes require only a small amount of fabric, are easy to weave, require minimal sewing skills, and you can never have too many of them! This free eBook will help you create a custom-made


Underwear as art

Posted: 13 Nov 2012 05:38 PM PST

Heather of In Love With Threads has documented the evolution of corsets with a charming series of original stitcheries. To help you understand the scale of this work of applique and embroidery, the finished piece is about 3″ x 5″! Go to her blog post to see the whole series. And if you’d like to own one of these …


New kits make great holiday gifts

Posted: 13 Nov 2012 05:19 PM PST

Orna Willis of Adorn tells us of a new series of products with lots of holiday potential. She says,

We are all starting to have nightmares about holiday shopping. I know that when I find a great gift idea, one that can work for a bunch of friends and family and will fit my budget without looking cheap, I am


Tutorial: Simply Colorful Coasters from scrap fabric

Posted: 13 Nov 2012 03:47 PM PST

Amy DeCesare from Amy Made That! shares a tutorial over at Moda Bake Shop showing how to make her Simply Colorful Coasters.  A square of printed fabric is stitched to the center of a solid, creating a window pane effect.  You can raid your scrap bin for the centers.  They’re quick to sew – she says you can make a set in …


Free pattern: V-neck raglan sleeve baseball tee

Posted: 13 Nov 2012 03:28 PM PST

Melissa from Blank Slate Patterns and Melly Sews shares a free pattern for making a raglan sleeved baseball tee.  The pattern is available in one size, small, with a finished bust at 34″ and hips at 36″.  If you need a larger size, she gives tips for how to size it up.   Get her free pattern.

[photo from Melly Sews]…


Sparkling Caramel Apples

Posted: 13 Nov 2012 03:02 PM PST

Such a simple, pretty concept to merely add red sprinkles and twigs to caramel apples, and look what you get. Darling apples. Find the how-tos HERE at Le Zoe Musings.…


Tutorial: Gold button embellished sweater

Posted: 13 Nov 2012 03:01 PM PST

Buttons don’t always have to be functional.  They can also be used in a purely decorative fashion.  Head over to BurdaStyle to find out how you can embellish a basic pullover sweater with gold buttons.  The effect is a shape that looks like it’s made from oversized metal studs.  Go to their project tutorial.

[photo from BurdaStyle]…


Pumpkin-Inside Pound Cake

Posted: 13 Nov 2012 02:46 PM PST

MainEverything about this pumpkin pound cake with brown butter pecan icing is perfectly Fall. Don’t you want to know how the pumpkin inside this pound cake is so perfect? Find the recipe and step-by-step instructions, with photographs, HERE at She Knows.…


Project: Stamped Skirt

Posted: 13 Nov 2012 02:26 PM PST

Here’s a quick and easy way to add some extra punch to a plain skirt, stamp on some polka dots! Best of all I bet you have the “stamp” already lying around, this cute idea uses pencil erasers! Find out more at the Mirtilo Blog.

-Heather…


Tiffany’s Themed Bridal Shower

Posted: 13 Nov 2012 02:24 PM PST

{Nick Yutaka Photographer}

If you love Tiffany Blue as much as I do, you’ll swoon over this gorgeous bridal shower featured at Glamour and Grace!…


Book Page Tea Light Holder

Posted: 13 Nov 2012 11:51 AM PST

Morning Creativity made these sweet tea light holders our of old book pages and recycled jars. The heart cutout really adds to the effect, don’t you think? Tutorial


Book Giveaway “More Fabric Art Collage” USA only

Posted: 13 Nov 2012 09:46 AM PST

This book is the sequel to the bestselling book, Fabric Art Collage-40+ Mixed Media Techniques.  In this follow-up to her bestselling first book, Rebekah Meier inspires you even more to stretch the boundaries of fabrics, papers, and fibers. Learn how to combine techniques like resists and image transfers with unique surfaces, embellishments, and found objects to create dimensional works of …


Thanksgiving Thankful Pumpkin

Posted: 13 Nov 2012 09:25 AM PST

Thanksgiving Thankful Pumpkin

Made out of cardstock, this looks like a great idea to get your Thanksgiving “thanks” out. It also looks super simple to create and you could get little kids involved as well.

Visit Craftbits.com to get more details on how to make the Thanksgiving thankful pumpkin!…


{Wedding Mood Board} Winter Pear

Posted: 13 Nov 2012 08:15 AM PST

A serene shade of silvery green highlights this lovely winter wedding board featured at The Perfect Palette. Very elegant!…


Create Your Own Pattern

Posted: 13 Nov 2012 08:00 AM PST

Have you ever wanted to stitch a little design, but you can’t find the perfect pattern anywhere? Well, this tutorial from Creating Really Awesome Free Things shows how to create your own free patterns using small images and graph paper. Create your own patterns, then stitch them up! This monster show here was done up using the tutorial! See how …


Top Ten Reusable Wedding Decorations

Posted: 13 Nov 2012 07:58 AM PST

I love the idea of wedding decorations that can be used after the big day! Like these charming personalized vintage silverware pieces from Wooden Hive. You’ll find this and 9 other inspiring ideas for reusable decor at Emmaline Bride.…


How to make a pumpkin lollypop centerpiece

Posted: 13 Nov 2012 07:36 AM PST

More pumpkin goodness today! I think this would make a fun centerpiece for Thanksgiving.”Pop” on over to the blog Little Fishpond for the tutorial  on how to make a pumpkin lollypop centerpiece.…


Tutorial: Little girl’s pleated princess seam bodice

Posted: 13 Nov 2012 07:11 AM PST

An from StraightGrain guest blogs in the Basic Bodice series at iCandy Handmade with a tutorial showing how to adapt a little girl’s basic bodice block to create princess seams and pleated front panel.  She adds a simple pleated skirt to the bottom to make it a dress.  LOVE!!  Go to her tutorial.

[photo from StraightGrain on iCandy Handmade]…


Tutorial: Foldover clutch for an iPad

Posted: 13 Nov 2012 07:02 AM PST

Kim from Oh, Sweet Joy! shares a tutorial over at Prudent Baby showing how to make a simple foldover clutch purse big enough to carry an iPad or other tablet.  Go to her tutorial.

[photo from Oh, Sweet Joy! at Prudent Baby]…


Sewing tip: Keep bobbin thread on the bottom

Posted: 13 Nov 2012 06:50 AM PST

Heather from Feather’s Flights has a quick tip to help keep your bobbin thread from peeking up on to the top of your fabric.  She shows how to add a little extra tension to the bottom thread to keep it where it belongs – on the bottom of your work.  Go to her blog to see what she does.

[photo …


Tutorial: BBQ mitt and towel gift set

Posted: 13 Nov 2012 06:47 AM PST

Lisa from A Spoonful of Sugar shows how to make a BBQ grill mitt and towel.  If you have any guys on your Christmas list, this would make a great handmade present for them!  Go to her tutorial to see how to make them.

[photo from A Spoonful of Sugar]…


Cutting Board Photo Frame

Posted: 13 Nov 2012 05:19 AM PST

Cutting Board Photo Frame

Shannon from Madigan Made created this totally fun way to repurpose a wooden cutting board into a modern photo frame. She’ll give you the how to on her post so be sure to head over to her blog for the scoop — Modern Photo Frame from a Cutting Board.…


Pretty Pink Pinecone

Posted: 13 Nov 2012 05:14 AM PST

Pretty Pink Pinecone

This blog is in Italian, but with browser translators these days there doesn’t seem to be a language gap anymore! This gorgeous pinecone ornament is glittery pink and would look great hanging on my tree this year! Head over to Pane, Amore, e Creativita (Bread, Love and Creativity) for a closer look — Christmas Decorations DIY: the cone in pink


Mapped Monogram and more

Posted: 13 Nov 2012 04:50 AM PST

Mapped Monogram and moreI love the different ways that maps have been used in this post. There’s tutorials really, but if you’re crafty surely there’s some inspiration here. Love the monogrammed map letter! See the different ideas at Dixie Delights: Mapped Out.…


Scalloped Lace Pinecone

Posted: 13 Nov 2012 04:46 AM PST

Scalloped Lace Pinecone

The moment I saw this ornament I was in love, then once I visited the blog I found a whole bunch more fabulous winter type tutorials. Be sure to check out the side bar for those after you’ve gawked over this beautiful lace pinecone ornament. Head over to bliss bloom {blog} for the scoop — Scalloped Lace Pinecone.…


Wind Turbine Light Fixture

Posted: 13 Nov 2012 04:42 AM PST

Wind Turbine Light Fixture

Recycled from an attic fan, this light fixture is full of rustic charm. Jamie over at Three Scoops of Love will give you the complete tutorial – who knows, maybe you’ll get lucky and find one too! Wind Turbine Light Fixture.…


Review: Bernina 780 with embroidery module

Posted: 13 Nov 2012 05:28 AM PST

For the last month or so, I've had a visitor in my sewing room.  A fancy schmancy high end sewing and embroidery machine.  The Bernina 780. 

There isn't room in this review to list out all the features and functions packed into this machine.  I'll refer you to the Bernina site for that. 

For me, the three stand-out features of …


Freebie: Thanksgiving Pumpkins Digi Stamp

Posted: 13 Nov 2012 04:07 AM PST

Visit the Micro Jivvy bog and grab some adorable Happy Thanksgiving Kawaii style pumpkins for free. Available in jpg and png.

-Heather…


3 Tutorials on a Tuesday | Printing, Flowers and Dots!

Posted: 13 Nov 2012 04:00 AM PST

1. Catherine from Design Editor shows how you can print on tags and other bits of ephemera.

2. Learn to make ruffled leaf flowers in paper and fabric on the Cosmo Cricket Blog

3. Use this dotted technique for cards or layouts. Learn how from Kelly at Running Blonde


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Posted: 13 Nov 2012 03:00 AM PST

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