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Tuesday, December 4, 2012

“DIY Screen Printing Kit – Your DIY Print Shop” plus 47 more

“DIY Screen Printing Kit – Your DIY Print Shop” plus 47 more


DIY Screen Printing Kit – Your DIY Print Shop

Posted: 03 Dec 2012 11:23 PM PST

I am in love with Your DIY Print Shop. It’s the kind of love where I fell hard and fast from the moment I laid eyes on the box their goods come packaged in and everything I read only made me happier. Your DIY Print Shop is the result of collaboration between two businesses with indie roots: Ryonet and …

Chunky Black and Gold Necklace Tutorial

Posted: 03 Dec 2012 07:55 PM PST

Chunky black and gold necklace from Dollar Store CraftsCheck out this bold and stylish necklace from Samantha. Make a big statement for a very small investment! Samantha is sharing this great tutorial at Dollar Store Crafts.…

Mosaic: Polymer Clay Talent

Posted: 03 Dec 2012 07:50 PM PST

I love to look on Flickr and browse what the latest clay pieces to come up are. Even after years and years, I’m still impressed every time by what people have thought up or tried.

1. sea-green-pair-of-cabochons, 2. Advent ornament animals! My first polymer clay experiment success!, 3. Rilakkuma Bot, 4. Toucan

Spirit of 96 at Pacific Art Glass

Posted: 03 Dec 2012 07:44 PM PST

It’s time for the Spirit of 96 shin dig at Pacific Art Glass for those of you in Southern California. It’s this Saturday, Dec 8th and there will be glass and roll ups and a raffle and specials on Spectrum glass and Patty Gray is there too. Some of you might even be taking her glass (which is such a …

Pretty pink stitching from JMD

Posted: 03 Dec 2012 07:33 PM PST

Check out this new project from Janet M. Davies of JMD Designs! Janet says,

A must for ever person that sews; either for themselves or to give as a gift. The tote bag is lined and the front has an easily hand stitched inserted panel. The matching pincushion has a row of beads around its edge. The tote bag

Make a felt-pocket advent calendar

Posted: 03 Dec 2012 07:10 PM PST

Roslyn of Sew Delicious has devised an advent calendar that uses inexpensive materials and simple techniques to produce a beautiful keepsake you’ll want to use year after year. Her four-year-old helped with this project, so it looks like a good opportunity for making family memories. There’s still plenty of December left for enjoying an advent calendar. Go to Roslyn’s post

New: Issue 10 of ‘The Stitch & Thimble’

Posted: 03 Dec 2012 06:33 PM PST

Kelly Fletcher just sent me the heads-up that the latest edition of her e-zine, The Stitch & Thimble, is available. She told me,

It's available in my online shop (www.kellyfletcher.co.uk) and although it's not a Christmas edition per se, the projects do keep the upcoming festive season in mind. My embroidered fabric magnets can be made up in

Peg Doll Matching Game {Handmade Gift}

Posted: 03 Dec 2012 06:25 PM PST

I am a huge fan of the handmade gifts!! If I didn’t have four children under 6 years old…I would be making a ton more than I do now. This is such a beautiful gift to make for a young girl to receive. You can find the how to at the vintage umbrella.  You have plenty of time to …

Free Pattern: Chunky Chevron Baby Blanket

Posted: 03 Dec 2012 06:19 PM PST

chevron baby blanketThe folks at Purl Soho are celebrating the launch of their Super Soft Merino yarn by knitting up a storm with it. They’re reimagining some old classic patterns in this chunkier yarn as well as developing some new ones to get us all excited about trying what looks like a pretty, lofty, warm yarn.

One of the patterns that’s been …

Win a Cotton Spool Mouse kit!

Posted: 03 Dec 2012 06:15 PM PST

This might be the cutest little felt mouse ever. In fact, if you decorated him with red and green trims, he just might be a Chris-mouse! Helen of Bustle & Sew has two kits to give away. She tells me,

He’s a little felt mouse, perched upon a vintage cotton spool (included with the kit) and is almost unbearably cute.

DIY Advent Calendar

Posted: 03 Dec 2012 06:11 PM PST

I love that this calendar uses simple materials and is in the shape of a Christmas tree. You can find the tutorial for this wonderful Advent Calendar over at The Magic Onions..(which happens to be one of my favorite blogs btw).…

Make a lacy holly garland

Posted: 03 Dec 2012 05:58 PM PST

Kimberly of Baroque Embellishments created this lacy, sparkly little holly garland by working needlelace over wire with silk thread. She calls the style “Elizabethan Bling.” Perfect! Would you like to have a little of this holiday sparkle for your table? You can make one! Kimberly is now offering kits through her Etsy shop. Go to her blog post for the

Packing Peanut Igloo

Posted: 03 Dec 2012 05:49 PM PST

I’ve always thought that packing peanuts could have such a better life used in a craft. THIS, my friends, is the craft that packing peanuts want to be a part of. You and your kids will have so much fun making this amazing igloo. Find the tutorial over at zakka life.

DIY Snow Globes {Kid Craft}

Posted: 03 Dec 2012 05:44 PM PST

DIY Snow Globes by The DIY Mommy

A while ago, I saw a ‘calm down jar’ on Pinterest that involved lots of glitter and a bottle. My girls were begging me to make the calm down bottle just so they could watch the glitter fall to the bottom of the bottle.  This is the perfect ‘wintery’ version of a calm down bottle… Holidays have you stressed? Kids …

Peppermint Stick Platter

Posted: 03 Dec 2012 04:38 PM PST

I’m adding this one to the “why didn’t I think of that?” category: A peppermint stick platter. And totally edible, too. Find the how-tos HERE at Munchkin Munchies.…

Advent Christmas Charts

Posted: 03 Dec 2012 04:01 PM PST

At Cross (re) Stitched the blogger is offering a free chart a day until Christmas starting with this cute little elf. So far the charts have been small and perfect for ornaments. Check out the free elf chart and be sure to bookmark the blog for return visits.…

Free pattern: Super cute fleece and flannel fox scarf

Posted: 03 Dec 2012 03:56 PM PST

Don’t worry.  There were no animals harmed in the making of this super cute fox scarf.  This guy is made from fleece and flannel, and Prudent Baby shares a free pattern for making it.  Go to Prudent Baby for the pattern and tute.

[photo from Prudent Baby]…

Free pattern: Morton Salt girl dress

Posted: 03 Dec 2012 03:25 PM PST

Elizabeth from Simple Simon & Co. shows the dress she made for her daughter’s Halloween costume.  She dresssed up as the Morton Salt girl.  Elizabeth created the real-life version of the short, swingy dress that she wears.  She includes a free pattern and a tutorial showing how to sew it up.  Though the pattern was conceived for a Halloween costume, the …

Tutorial: Pom pom trimmed cushions made from tea towels

Posted: 03 Dec 2012 03:00 PM PST

Torie Jayne shows how to make a small pom pom trimmed cushion out of a tea towel.  You’ll get the front and the back of the cushion out of one towel.  The back has a button closure so  it’s easy to remove the pillow insert for a washing.  Get the tute.

[photo from Torie Jayne]…

Homemade for the holidays: Cranberry Fig Solid Sugar Scrub

Posted: 03 Dec 2012 02:57 PM PST

So there are three weeks left to handcraft for the holidays, and we’re going to have one totally and completely do-able idea here every day between now and then. These are projects that won’t take a ton of time, don’t have to cure for weeks and weeks, but will be appreciated by all. Have a great idea? Email me! Today’s …

Pear Ornament

Posted: 03 Dec 2012 01:44 PM PST

Pear Ornament

…and a partridge in a pear tree! Full of glittery loveliness, this pear ornament would make a gorgeous addition to any Christmas tree. Inspired by the song The 12 Days of Christmas, this pretty and festive bauble was born. Find out how to make one here –>> 12 Days of Christmas: Pear Ornament.…

Birch Tea Light Holders

Posted: 03 Dec 2012 01:49 PM PST

Birch bark is so lovely, and these tea light holders from Oleander and Palm are lovely personified. I love the rustic texture, look and elegant effect. Visit the tutorial.…

Freebie: Sugar Plum

Posted: 03 Dec 2012 01:44 PM PST

Download this cute Sugar Plum text SVG cutting file for free over on the SVG Cuts blog.

-Heather…

Santa Cake Pop Tutorial

Posted: 03 Dec 2012 11:27 AM PST

Santa Christmas Cake Pops - sugarkissed.netHey, Santa. Nice beard! Find a great tutorial with step-by-step how-tos to make these Santa Claus cake pops HERE at Sugarkissed.net.…

Fun with Tangerines

Posted: 03 Dec 2012 11:23 AM PST

Here in the States, we’re all about the sweets for Christmas. We should get on board with the Netherlands and throw some tangerines in the mix, too, to celebrate Sinterklaas’s arrival. Check out these easy tangerine ideas, great for the kiddos, HERE at missgefreubel.…

Twilight Party! Chocolate Mousse and Raspberry Dessert

Posted: 03 Dec 2012 11:18 AM PST

Are you still hanging on to the Twilight series? Apparently the latest flick is the number one movie in the world, so I’m betting many of you are. If so, check out this collection of bloggers hosting a virtual Twilight party with all kinds of themed posts and ideas. Shown is (yum!) a chocolate mousse and raspberry dessert from Sew

White Christmas Mason Jar Luminaries

Posted: 03 Dec 2012 10:32 AM PST

Ginger Snap Crafts made an adorable set of frosted luminaries for this holiday season. Check out the tutorial.…

How to upcycle a pair of shoes with sequins

Posted: 03 Dec 2012 09:44 AM PST

Not only do I love this project I love this photograph. See how to upcycle a pair of shoes with sequins over at the blog LoLovie.…

Beeswax Candle DIY

Posted: 03 Dec 2012 09:18 AM PST

Oh Happy Day shares a great holiday gift idea – making your own beexwax candles! Check out the tutorial.

Golden Snitch Truffles

Posted: 03 Dec 2012 08:41 AM PST

I’m currently re-reading the Harry Potter series for the billionth time (I shall never move on), so I thought it at least personally timely to come across these gorgeous Golden Snitch truffles. Find the recipe and step-by-step how-tos HERE at Girl Meets Bowl.…

“Sufganiyot” Cupcakes

Posted: 03 Dec 2012 08:36 AM PST

jelly-filled cupcakeTwo-in-one sweetness! I’m always a fan of clever twists on the traditional. Make jelly-filled sufganiyot, the cupcake kind, HERE at My Jewish Learning.…

Holly Wreath

Posted: 03 Dec 2012 06:40 AM PST

Holly Wreath

Oh so gorgeous and fresh, this wreath would look ideal hanging on any color door, but it’s absolutely striking on white! Imagine once the snow starts flying, surely it will be even more beautiful. Make a pretty holly wreath for your door this holiday season by following this tutorial –> A Very Merry Holly Wreath.…

Pat Sloan Live Radio | 4 PM EST

Posted: 03 Dec 2012 07:38 AM PST

Today at American Patchwork & Quilting Radio, host Pat Sloan talks with yet another talented group of guests. They include Barbara Jones of QuiltSoup who has a new book out (yay!), IQA president Stevii Graves who will give us her insights on the value of quilt shows, and lastly Renee Nanneman of Need’l Love who will talk about using wool …

Tutorial: Rice-filled handwarmers for your pockets

Posted: 03 Dec 2012 07:30 AM PST

Jodie from The Haby Goddess shows how to make a rice-filled handwarmer that you can slip inside your coat pocket to keep your hands warm and toasty on a cold winter day.  Just pop them into the microwave for a quick heat-up before putting them in your pocket.  They’re quick to sew up and would make a nice Christmas giftie.  …

Cookies Every Day at In Katrina’s Kitchen… AND a Bonus Sugarlicious Giveaway!!

Posted: 03 Dec 2012 07:15 AM PST

 

Every day for the month of December, the lovely Katrina of In Katrina’s Kitchen is hosting a blogger to share a yummy holiday treat. You can keep tabs on the cookies HERE at the I’ll Bring the Cookies page.

 

I even got invited to the party! I made gingerbread cookie rings. You can find the recipe HERE

Snowball-in-the-Face Snowman Cookie Tutorial

Posted: 03 Dec 2012 07:07 AM PST

You can’t possibly look at these cookies and not laugh. Or at least smile. Oh so clever. Find the step-by-step how-tos to bake and decorate these hit-with-a-snowball snowman cookies HERE at Sugartown Sweets.…

Free pattern: Narwhal Christmas ornament

Posted: 03 Dec 2012 07:01 AM PST

Jen Beeman from Grainline Studio created this Narwhal ornament for a DIY ornament exchange, and she shares the pattern and tutorial on her blog.  He’s made of felt, with sequins stitched to his body for a bit of sparkle.  Get the pattern and how-to.

[photo from Grainline Studio]…

Tutorial: Flannel baby blanket with piping

Posted: 03 Dec 2012 06:50 AM PST

Kate from See Kate Sew shows how to make a soft flannel baby blanket with piping peeking out from the edges.  The rounded corners are a pretty finish that also make it easier to keep the piping smooth.  (No having to turn that piping around a hard corner.)  Go to her tutorial.

[photo from See Kate Sew]…

A Trio of Felt Ornaments Tutorial

Posted: 03 Dec 2012 06:45 AM PST

 Purl Bee has a tutorial for all three of these fun Christmas Ornaments.  You can buy the felt there making this a one stop trip.  Your only considerations will be the colors you use!  "Since they don't serve any practical purpose, ornaments get to be a pure expression of creativity. They just have to be fun and whimsical, …

Freebie: Gathered fabric ratio reference chart

Posted: 03 Dec 2012 06:42 AM PST

Heather from Feather’s Flights created a handy reference showing how your fabric will look when gathered at different ratios.  She also shows how they would look at each ratio when cut on the bias and when cut on the straight grain.   Go to her blog for the infographic.

[photo from Feather's Flights]…

Melted Snowman Ornament

Posted: 03 Dec 2012 05:38 AM PST

Melted Snowman Ornament

Beyond cute and will put a smile on everyone’s face, this adorable ornament looks like a melted snowman! Would be a fun gift, but I think you would have to make it more like a kit they can assemble when it arrives. Love it! Go and get the tutorial for this cute melted snowman ornament.…

Tutorial: Pleated bow clutch

Posted: 03 Dec 2012 06:33 AM PST

Sew4Home shows how to make a pleated clutch with a large bow embellishment.  The pleated band is attached just at the sides, so you can slide your hand through when you carry it.  Go to Sew4Home for the tute.

[photo from Sew4Home]…

Project: Paper Bag Snowman Card

Posted: 03 Dec 2012 06:02 AM PST

This snowman card is simply divine! And the funest part is it’s made  from a small paper bag and there a pocket inside. So cute and clever! Find more info over on the Whiff of Joy stamps blog.

-Heather…

A Purse For You, And One For You, And …

Posted: 03 Dec 2012 04:49 AM PST

We all like purses, especially those ‘tweens who are defining who they are and developing their own style.  Some have more fashion sense than others.  Since most of us enjoy crocheting things for the young ones in our lives, I’ve gathered a few cute purse patterns that might tickle your creative senses.

First is a crocodile stitch purse.  This seems …

Really Awesome Batman Cookies

Posted: 03 Dec 2012 04:37 AM PST

Though adding “really awesome” to any of Callye’s cookie creations is redundant. See what simple cookie cutter is used to make these really awesome decorated cookies HERE at The Sweet Adventures of Sugarbelle.…

Santa Swizzle Sticks

Posted: 03 Dec 2012 03:34 AM PST

mla102580_1206_santa.jpgThis one is, I suppose, considered an “oldie” in the fast-moving, crafty internet world. Six years! Egads. But I just love them. Make Santa Swizzle sticks from HERE at Martha Stewart. The link also includes a free template for the Santas.

 …

Chocolate “Hot Cocoa” on a Stick

Posted: 03 Dec 2012 03:29 AM PST

Awww, little mugs o’ chocolate “hot cocoa” on a stick to swirl in your big mug o’ real hot chocolate. Find the how-tos HERE at hoopla palooza.…

Christmas Giveaway | Two Digital Kits from Poppy Dreamz

Posted: 03 Dec 2012 03:00 AM PST

Gabrielle of Poppy Dreams contacted me to offer up some of her digital goodies for my readers. Thank you Gabrielle! Here’s a peek of the two kits one of you can win

The first set is the Christmas Trees digital papers - 14 different patterned 12×12 papers. Combine it with the Christmas Alphabet set for tons of holiday projects. To …

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