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Thursday, November 8, 2012

“Night Sky Mobile – Bored & Crafty” plus 35 more

“Night Sky Mobile – Bored & Crafty” plus 35 more


Night Sky Mobile – Bored & Crafty

Posted: 07 Nov 2012 10:41 PM PST

Bored & Crafty is working on a series of tutorials and ideas that all involve crafting with childhood toys! My favorite so far is this Night Sky Jackstone Mobile. Pretty and clever, I love the use of the jacks as stars, as well at the texture from scumbling the cardboard. I can’t wait to see what the next toy …


Giveaway: Learn to Machine Quilt with Wendy

Posted: 07 Nov 2012 06:51 PM PST

Wendy of Ivory Spring talks on her blog about her experience making a video via Annie’s Online Classes. It’s a great read, and at the bottom of her post she announces she’s giving away a virtual seat in her class, Learn to Machine Quilt. Contest ends November 12, 2012. Go HERE to learn more.

Image credit: Ivory Spring


Tutorial: Up-size a pleated skirt without adding fabric

Posted: 07 Nov 2012 03:50 PM PST

Stacie from Yellow Spool shows how you can up-size a pleated skirt.  You’ll need to make a new waistband, but otherwise you won’t be inserting any new fabric.  Intrigued?  Go to her tutorial to see how to do it.

[photo from Yellow Spool]…


Textile eye candy alert

Posted: 07 Nov 2012 03:35 PM PST

Chris Gray of Textile Butterfly took advantage of a midterm break in classes to make a road trip. Along the way, she captured images of gorgeous ethnic textiles–dozens of them. Go to her blog post to see all the lovely photos. And plan to stay a while.…


Sweet as honeysuckle

Posted: 07 Nov 2012 03:29 PM PST

These honeysuckle blossoms, created by Melissa of Honey Bee’s Bliss, are so delicate and perfect they make me stroke my computer screen. Go to her blog post to see a larger view and to see the honeysuckle vine in context within Melissa’s gorgeous crazy-quilt block.…


Tutorial: Ruffled pillowcase apron

Posted: 07 Nov 2012 03:27 PM PST

Chris from Pickup Some Creativity shows how to make a ruffled apron out of a pillowcase.  This is such a great idea!!  The double-sided pillowcase makes a lined apron, using just a few cuts and leaving very little waste.  You’ll also need a half yard of  coordinating fabric for the ties.  Get the tute.

[photo from Pickup Some Creativity]…


Follow the redwork progress

Posted: 07 Nov 2012 03:23 PM PST

Mary Corbet of Needle ‘n’ Thread has embarked on a new many-staged project that she’s sharing with us in a series of posts. If you want to track her progress on the Hungarian Redwork Runner from beginning to end, she’s gathering links to all the posts in one spot. Go to the index and bookmark it!…


Turkey Handprint Craft

Posted: 07 Nov 2012 03:22 PM PST

Here’s a fun spin on the handprint turkey! My kids love using the different color foam paper…and everyone has TP rolls around the house:)  Head on over to Cheap Green Mommy for the tutorial.

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DIY Birdfeeders {Kid Craft}

Posted: 07 Nov 2012 03:18 PM PST

This is an oldie but goodie. I love simple crafts that are timeless. I wanted to post this tutorial because the photos are breathtaking and will definitely inspired you to want to make one! Head on over to sugar and grace for the tutorial and beautiful photos!…


Free pattern: Phoenix

Posted: 07 Nov 2012 03:16 PM PST

Deborah Schlegel of Art Threads shares a bit of the backstory of this gorgeous phoenix embroidery, explains the process by which she developed it, and to top it off, she shares the design with us! So generous! Go to her blog post for the link to the download.…


Indian Corn Craft

Posted: 07 Nov 2012 03:10 PM PST

This is a great craft to teach about the history of the first Thanksgiving as well as to put some fun kid-made fall decor around your house! Head on over to Kiboomu Kid Songs for the tutorial at the bottom of the post!…


Stitch some fantasy flowers

Posted: 07 Nov 2012 03:09 PM PST

TeresaDownUnder of Sewn Up steps us through the process of creating felt fantasy flowers embellished with sequins, beads, and embroidery. With a pin attached to the back, they could become colorful brooches for your lapel, purse, or hat. Add a loop of ribbon and they would look stunning on a Christmas tree. Go to the tutorial.…


It’s time for pie!

Posted: 07 Nov 2012 03:02 PM PST

Aimee Ray is sharing the pattern and tutorial for this slice of (felt) pumpkin pie over on Lark Crafts. Maybe you need to stitch up a few as seasonal decorations. Or wouldn’t it be fun to send each wee one at your Thanksgiving table home with a slice of play pie! Go to the Lark post to download the PDF


Tutorial: Christmas placemats and coasters

Posted: 07 Nov 2012 03:01 PM PST

Joann from Craft Passion shows how to make a set of placemats and coasters to make your Christmas table pretty.  Actually, this would work for any holiday (or for year round) depending on the fabrics you choose.  And do you see those ribbon stripes?  They’re stitched at the edge to be cutlery holders.  Get the how-to.

[photo from Craft Passion]…


Win a dear deer kit

Posted: 07 Nov 2012 02:54 PM PST

If you love the faux taxidermy trend as much as I do, then this giveaway will knock your socks off. Helen of Bustle & Sew is giving away the kit to make this fabric reindeer head. Everything is included but the stuffing! The winner will be drawn this weekend, so hurry to Helen’s blog post to enter.…


Fall Cork Tree Craft

Posted: 07 Nov 2012 02:39 PM PST

Fall Tree Craft - via (cool) progenyI love when little fingers can create simple beautiful things. That’s exactly what this Fall tree craft is. Its’ made using corks, and perfect for little ones to learn about fall colors and trees! You can find the tutorial over at (cool) progeny.


Fingerprint Napkin Rings {Turkey Craft}

Posted: 07 Nov 2012 02:35 PM PST

Fingerprint Turkey Napkin Rings - CraftsbyAmanda.com

Looking for a great way to get your kids involved in helping out for Thanksgiving? How about making these adorable napkin rings! You can find the tutorial over at Crafts by Amanda {who happens to be our Home and Garden Editor!}…


Christmas Stars

Posted: 07 Nov 2012 12:31 PM PST

Get ready for some holiday decorating with this great free chart from Il Mondo di Ezechiele. You can alter the colors as needed to fit in with your decorating scheme. Get the free chart.


50 Years of Glass at the Museum of Art and Design

Posted: 07 Nov 2012 11:57 AM PST

Playing with Fire is what they’re calling the show over at the Museum of Art and Design in New York City. I love New York City…great museums and great art shows. I found the information on this show from the blog Handful of Salt. The show opened yesterday and goes on through April 3, 2013. Plenty of time to …


How to Make Transfer M&P Soap

Posted: 07 Nov 2012 10:15 AM PST

Oooooooh, love love love this soap and I’m thrilled to get to find out how to make my own. Odie from Riverlea Soaps has a wonderful tutorial and you’ll be surprised how easy this is. Find it here.…


The Gingerbread Man Can Run. Let’s make it! Tutorial

Posted: 07 Nov 2012 09:50 AM PST

Tsabita of "tsabitacraft" out of Cimanggis, Depok, Indonesia is sharing her darling tutorial on this "Gingerbread Man" finger puppet.  Finger puppets are for storytelling and this puppet should fit your child’s little fingers.  Here is a link that Tsabita provided to the story of the Gingerbread Man, such a darling story and you will want to read to …


Help Rebuild a Spinner’s Studio

Posted: 07 Nov 2012 08:19 AM PST

fire judith mackenzieJudith Mackenzie is a well-known fiber artist, teacher, weaver and spinner whose studio at the Rainforest Arts Center in Forks, Wash., was destroyed in a fire on Oct. 29. She was an artist in residence there, and the fire consumed her yarn and fiber, book, looms, 14 spinning wheels and more (in addition to other structures in the area).

The …


Tutorial: Boxy tee to a peplum top

Posted: 07 Nov 2012 07:21 AM PST

Liz from Cotton & Curls shows how to reshape a boxy tee into a fitted top with a peplum.  Get the how-to.

[photo from Cotton & Curls]…


Tutorial: Patch a worn nose on a favorite stuffed animal

Posted: 07 Nov 2012 07:16 AM PST

Abby from While She Naps, and author of The Artful Bird, shows what to do when a favorite stuffed animal starts showing wear on their nose.  She covers it with a patch, essentially making a new nose for the stuffed animal.  Go to her tutorial to see how to do it.

[photo from While She Naps]…


Pumpkin Candies

Posted: 07 Nov 2012 07:16 AM PST

What pretty pumpkins for Fall. What pretty and tasty chocolate caramel-filled pumpkins that look like real pumpkins for Fall. Yum. Find the recipe and how-tos HERE at Hungry Happenings.…


Chocolate-Dipped Tea Bag Cookies

Posted: 07 Nov 2012 07:12 AM PST

Tea has such cozy meaning for so many… warmth, memory, history. So I never tire of this genius idea for tea bag cookies (as in, tea bag-shaped cookies dipped in chocolate and perfect for tea dunking). Speaking of history, I as well remember posting on something similar from Party Frosting. Find these beauts HERE at Munchkin Munchies.…


Tutorial: Size a man’s tie down to fit a little boy

Posted: 07 Nov 2012 07:11 AM PST

Heather from Feather’s Flights shows how to size a man’s necktie down so it fits a little boy.  She starts with a full tie-it-yourself necktie, and cuts and sews it into a pre-tied necktie.  It’s stitched to an elastic cord so it’s easy to put on or take off.  Get the tute.

[photo from Feather's Flights]…


Paper Bag Turkey Leg Snack Favors

Posted: 07 Nov 2012 07:05 AM PST

Now, I have seen brown bag turkeys filled with snacks for a kid’s Thanksgiving before, but brown bag turkey legs filled with snacks to feed the masses? Love this idea as much. Check out these turkey leg snack favors, perfect for a school event (I’m thinking of my school that forbids sweets but encourages healthy snacking) HERE at Project Denneler


Tutorial: Kanzashi folded fabric flower embellishment

Posted: 07 Nov 2012 07:01 AM PST

Stephanie from Stephanie’s Beautiful Creations guests at Project Run and Play with a tutorial showing how to make a kanzashi fabric flower embellishment.  Get the how to.

[photo from Stephanie's Beautiful Creations]…


Tutorial: Playmat that folds up into a backpack

Posted: 07 Nov 2012 06:50 AM PST

Stella from The Golden Adventures of a Very Dark Horse shares a tutorial over at Moda Bake Shop showing how to make a play mat that folds up into a backpack.  She uses simple piecing to create fields and ponds on the playmat.  When your child is done playing, it folds up into a backpack.  Get the how-to.

[photo from …


How to make a recycled catalog scrap collage

Posted: 07 Nov 2012 06:36 AM PST

Over at the blog Eat Sleep Make there is a fun idea and tutorial on how to make a modern scrap catalog collage.…


Project: Stamped Glass Ornaments

Posted: 07 Nov 2012 06:04 AM PST

I bet these stamped glass holiday ornaments looks so lovely hanging on a tree when the light hits them! Find out how to make some for your tree or to give as a great gift over at The Workshop at Black Ink Pad Designs blog.

-Heather…


Need A Square?

Posted: 07 Nov 2012 04:23 AM PST

Have you seen this book?  If you need a square or other block patterns to crochet, this is a great source for patterns.  I found this book at the library during one of my routine visits there.  I carried it home to peruse despite the fact that I typically hate to join squares.  But, I am a sucker for pretty …


Free Printable | I Am Thankful Cards

Posted: 07 Nov 2012 04:00 AM PST

Download these free printable I Am Thankful cards to use for your Thanksgiving celebration. The PDF file comes with three cards to a sheet. Courtesy Julie Blanner at Coordinately Yours.


A Rustic Spread with Flameless Candles

Posted: 07 Nov 2012 03:31 AM PST

Live Laugh Rowe created this lovely, rustic spread for her home using flameless candles, burlap, and wood.…


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Posted: 07 Nov 2012 03:00 AM PST

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