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“Tutorial: Zentangle mini quilt” plus 34 more

“Tutorial: Zentangle mini quilt” plus 34 more


Tutorial: Zentangle mini quilt

Posted: 15 Jan 2013 11:22 PM PST

zentangle quilt tutorialThe Zany Quilter shares on her blog how to make a Zentangle mini quilt. This would be a good introduction to this artistic expression. Get the tutorial.

Image credit: Zany Quilter

Robot iPhone Dock – Valliswood

Posted: 15 Jan 2013 10:50 PM PST

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If you liked the wooden Lego minifig from last week, then you’ve got to check out the incredible work of Valliswood. Valliswood creates one of a kind mobile phone docks out of beautiful pieces of wood. Most of his work is inspired by natural forms and shapes, but occasionally you can find a little more pop culture centered work, like …

Gift idea: Potpourri heart pillows

Posted: 15 Jan 2013 10:40 PM PST

quilted potpourri pillowsFilled with crushed walnut shells, rosebuds and fragrant potpourri, these heart-shaped pillows are colorful, quilt-y goodness. Made by Pippa Patchwork, she’s selling them in her Etsy shop especially for Valentine’s Day.

Image credit: Pippa Patchwork

For Your Sweetheart

Posted: 15 Jan 2013 08:28 PM PST

Tutorial: Cutting and sewing faux fur

Posted: 15 Jan 2013 04:47 PM PST

fauxfurWendi Gratz from Shiny Happy World kicks off a series of video tutorials on working with faux fur.  The first installment tells how to get an accurate cut on the thick fabric, and how to do it without getting bits of fluff all over your sewing machine.  She also tells how to sew it together without having the ends all stuck into your …

Free pattern: Forget-Me-Knot shoes for baby

Posted: 15 Jan 2013 04:33 PM PST

forgetmeknot1Shauna from Shwin & Shwin shares a free pattern for her Forget-Me-Knot baby shoes.  The itty bitty Mary Janes have a contrast strap with a knot tied in the center.  How sweet would these be on baby feet!  Her pattern comes in three sizes: 0-3 months, 3-6 months, and 6-12 months.  Go to her blog for the pattern and how-to.

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Tutorial: Little girl’s nightgown made two t-shirts

Posted: 15 Jan 2013 04:14 PM PST

8382956886_5cbccda947_zKristin from Skirt As Top guest blogs in the Stretch Yourself series (co-hosted by byMad Mim and One Little MinuteOne Little Minute and Mad Mim) with a tutorial showing how to make a little girl’s nightgown out of two adult-sized t-shirts.  You’ll use the knit from one shirt to make the bodice and sleeves, and the knit from the other to make …

A Toaster for Artists

Posted: 15 Jan 2013 02:51 PM PST

hue-1Bread artists, that is. If you need a particular shade of toast, this toaster is programmed by color. I suppose this also works for, you know, toast eaters who are picky about their toast. The Hue Toaster actually uses color sensors. Spotted on Foodiggity.…

Tutorial: A sweetheart of a table runner

Posted: 15 Jan 2013 02:47 PM PST

Sweetheart table runner tutorialJessie of Harding Hill Designs made this pretty pastel table runner inspired by the Sweethearts candies many of us associate with Valentine’s Day. You could easily add messages like “Be Mine” or “Kiss Me” to the hearts with a fabric marker or needle and thread. She shares how she created it. Get the tutorial.

Image credit: Harding Hill Designs

Inspiration: Art is a Way of Life

Posted: 15 Jan 2013 02:02 PM PST

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Irit Shalom has created a wonderful art inspired wall hanging using stamps, paints, stains, chipboard and more, check it out over on her blog.

-Heather…

Handprint Snowmen Candle Project for Kids

Posted: 15 Jan 2013 01:15 PM PST

Laura and her children over at Come Together Kids made this adorable set of candles featuring the kids’ handprints converted into snowmen. A craft for the whole family that helps preserve a piece of their childhood. Check out the instructions.…

Knitting Daily TV Celebrates 10 Seasons

Posted: 15 Jan 2013 01:07 PM PST

knitting daily season 10It’s not quite a 10 year anniversary, but the good people at Knitting Daily TV have just released the tenth season of that series, which delves into knitting and crochet techniques, fiber education and more.

I have to admit to being more than a few seasons behind, but I know that all the shows I’ve watched through the years have …

Cross Stitch Seedlings Medallion

Posted: 15 Jan 2013 11:09 AM PST

crosstitch_seedlings2This free pattern is unique because Gayla used these designs on a precut wooden form to make a medallion. I love it! It could also be used as an ornament. You could use these seedling designs for other purposes. Get the free chart.

Warm Books Winner

Posted: 15 Jan 2013 11:06 AM PST

warm knits winnerThanks so much for the great response to the warm knitting books giveaway. We had a whopping 165 replies, which is probably one of the most popular giveaways I’ve ever done on the site.

It looks like a lot of us are feeling cold right now, so that might have inspired some extra entries.

The winner is number 134, Connie, …

DIY Dog Bowl Chairs

Posted: 15 Jan 2013 08:28 AM PST

DIY Dog Bowl Chairs

If your a dog owner, you may have heard that it’s better for your pet to drink and eat with his head up and level rather than extended down to the floor. Many companies sell elevated dog feeders, but we all know that us DIYers have to do it our own way. Now you can follow this tutorial to make …

Valentine heart wreath from repurposed coats tutorial

Posted: 15 Jan 2013 09:18 AM PST

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Laura hosts her blog "Ms. Smartie Pants" (is her husband's name for her) out of Texas.  She is an ardent dumpster diver and loves repurposing used items into new and lovely useable objects.  I love this valentine wreath that she up cycled from a Goodwill red wool coat.  All you have to do is cut a square and punch a …

Tutorial: Ruffled apron for mother and daughter

Posted: 15 Jan 2013 07:30 AM PST

ruffleapronAmber from Crazy Little Projects shows how she made this pretty ruffled apron.  She suggests making a matching set for mom and daughter.  The cutting dimensions at the beginning of her tutorial are for an adult apron.  At the end of the tutorial, she gives dimensions to make it a child-sized apron.  Go to her tutorial.

[photo from Crazy Little …

Video tutorial: Sew a little girl’s kimono style cardigan or dress

Posted: 15 Jan 2013 07:14 AM PST

kimonodressJacinda and Jaime from Prudent Baby share a video tutorial showing how you can make this kimono style cardigan for a young child out of an adult sweatshirt.  It would be cute as a little jacket, but you can easily turn this into a dress by just adding extra length to the bottom.  Get the how-to.

[photo from Prudent …

Solar System Snack

Posted: 15 Jan 2013 07:06 AM PST

You know those solar system dioramas we had to make in elementary school? How perfect would this have been for training. Make a solar system snack HERE at Creative Kid Snacks.…

Tutorial: Thimble pincushion necklace

Posted: 15 Jan 2013 07:04 AM PST

pincushionnecklaceKaren from Sew Many Ways show how you can make this thimble pincushion necklace.  I love this!!  It’s a functional – though tiny – pincushion, big enough to keep a handful of pins or needles handy during a sewing project.  But it’s also a pretty piece of jewelry that you could wear just because. Go to her blog for the

DIY Chocolate Bars

Posted: 15 Jan 2013 06:57 AM PST

The bonus of making homemade chocolate bars is you can add anything you like and even personalize for gifts. Plus, you can make them all fancy like. Learn to make chocolate bars HERE at David Lebovitz.  (Side note: I suggest following David Lebovitz on facebook. He posts the best links.)…

Tutorial: Make a split cowl collar for a top

Posted: 15 Jan 2013 06:49 AM PST

splitcollarPam from Fashion Sewing Supply shares a tutorial showing how to make a split cowl collar for a shirt.  This is such a smart, chic detail!   Get the tutorial on her blog, Off the Cuff Sewing Style.

[photo form Off the Cuff Sewing Style]…

Tutorial: Add a center divider pocket when making a bag

Posted: 15 Jan 2013 06:43 AM PST

8352290698_53e5b93041_oAbby from Things for Boys shows how you she added a zippered pocket right down the middle of her Big Tote.  Though she shows it with her Big Tote pattern, I think you could adapt this to work with other bag patterns, too.  Go to her blog to see how to do it.

[photo from Things for Boys]…

Ombre Cupcake Tutorial

Posted: 15 Jan 2013 06:25 AM PST

Ombre Ruffle Cupcakes for Valentine's DayPretty, right? Want to make some? Find the how-tos to pipe this lovely ombre frosting on top of cupcakes HERE at Half Baked.…

How to make a recycled cardboard bird feeder with pattern

Posted: 15 Jan 2013 06:21 AM PST

Over at the blog Play and Grow there is a great detailed tutorial on how to make this recycled cardboard bird feeder along with the pattern.…

Sneak Peeks from CHA

Posted: 15 Jan 2013 06:10 AM PST

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It’s a new year and that means lots of new paper crafting products! The CHA show is going on now and all the big companies are showing off their new releases. The Scrappy Jedi has graciously gathered and linked to all the sneak peeks around the web. I’ve spotted new stamps from companies like Lawn Fawn, Tim Holtz, Studio 490, …

Facebook Valentine’s Cookies

Posted: 15 Jan 2013 05:56 AM PST

facebook valentines cookieSomething about the whole social commentary thing makes these “Like” Valentine’s Day cookies seem so much less cheesy than cupids and frilly hearts. Not that I’m saying cupids and frilly hearts are cheesy (no, I am). Loving Facebook Valentine’s Day cookies from Semi Sweet.…

Despicable Me Breakfast

Posted: 15 Jan 2013 05:50 AM PST

What a great word, “despicable,” even if it means something not great. And I love how many toddlers now know what it means. Make a Despicable Me breakfast HERE at Kitchen Fun with My 3 Sons.…

{Tuesday Trends at DIY Weddings} 2013 Wedding Cakes

Posted: 15 Jan 2013 05:48 AM PST

lace wedding cakes via wedding elation

Romantic lace wedding cakes are a trendy option for 2013 weddings! Wedding Elation shares cakes that are perfect for traditional or modern themes, and some eclectic mix and match options too. See all the lovely photos and links here.…

Gummi Heart Pops

Posted: 15 Jan 2013 05:48 AM PST

Of course, I’m thinking of all the other molds that exist out there even beyond hearts and Valentine’s Day to make some pretty cool homemade gummi pops. Find the recipe for gummi heart pops HERE at Mighty Delighty.…

Homemade Sprinkles

Posted: 15 Jan 2013 05:45 AM PST

How To Make Sprinkles | sugarkissed.netHomemade sprinkles from royal icing? I have about ten different colors of the stuff sitting in my cupboard right now. Maybe I’ll whip some up. Make homemade sprinkles HERE at Sugarkissed.net.…

HOME SPUN + GIVEAWAY

Posted: 15 Jan 2013 04:43 AM PST

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This is one of the most beautiful afghan patterns I’ve ever seen. And, I own this afghan. Well, not this one, but one in this pattern made with partial skeins of LB Homespun yarn. It’s a beauty that was made for me by my friend Ronnie. She’s a master at crochet and seems to enjoy crocheting with Homespun yarn as …

Free Valentine’s Day Printables from Warm Hot Chocolate

Posted: 15 Jan 2013 04:05 AM PST

Free Valentine Printables from Warm Hot Chocolate

Julee from Warn Hot Chocolate is sharing these printable Valentine’s Day tags and labels. These would be nice to include with your treats. Click over to see how she used them as cupcake toppers, and to download them for yourself.…

Freebie and Tutorial | Paper Heart Garland from Ellinée

Posted: 15 Jan 2013 03:05 AM PST

Heart Garland Printable and Tutorial by Ellinee

Print out the free sheets of pink and gold hearts from Ellinée and follow the tutorial to make this paper heart garland for some Valentine’s Day decor. Click here to go to the free printable.…

Sharpie Soup Bowls

Posted: 15 Jan 2013 01:21 AM PST

Sharpie Soup Bowls

You’ve seen them around. Cups, mugs, bowls and plates decorated with Sharpies. I’ve heard of conflicting results, though this one seemed to work great. Have you tried using Sharpies on ceramics? Has it worked for you? it worked for Home Made Modern: Copycat Craft: Sharpie-Decorated Dishware.…

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