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“Peace Prevails Project- Catherine Foster” plus 24 more

“Peace Prevails Project- Catherine Foster” plus 24 more


Peace Prevails Project- Catherine Foster

Posted: 25 Apr 2013 11:01 PM PDT

Singing-the-words-of-Peace

Today, whilst browsing through some wonderful, local galleries, I came across part of Catherine Foster’s Peace Prevails Project. Catherine’s works of art are beyond amazing–she paints, embosses with hand carved wooden plates, weaves, and sculpts copper sheets into amazing forms, like the above kimono or Gloria, Maiden of Peace below. Both works are embossed with the words “peace” and …

Tutorial: Labeled drawstring bags to organize knitting needles

Posted: 25 Apr 2013 04:24 PM PDT

DNP-collage-1024x1024Ann from The Velvet Aubergine organized all of her double-pointed knitting needles into a set of drawstring bags.  Each bag is labeled with the size of the needles stored inside.  Now she can easily find the size she needs for a project!  She shares a tutorial showing how she made them.  This would make a great gift for a knitting friend, …

11 Art Deco/Great Gatsby-Inspired Wedding Cakes

Posted: 25 Apr 2013 04:20 PM PDT

Art Deco Cake by Yummy Cupcakes and Cakes via Style Unveiled

The 1920′s are roaring again in the world of of weddings and Art Deco style is trending everywhere! Check out these 11 amazing Art Deco/Great Gatsby-Inspired wedding cakes featured at Style Unveiled. {Cake by Yummy Cupcakes & Cakes}…

Tutorial: Origami Pillow

Posted: 25 Apr 2013 04:00 PM PDT

origamipillowCheck out the cool texture on this throw pillow by Dear Emmeline!  It’s made of felt and fabric squares, folded and stitched into a grid and X pattern.  She shares a tutorial showing how she did it.  Go to her blog for the tute.

[photo from Dear Emmeline]…

Pizza Party Invitation

Posted: 25 Apr 2013 03:36 PM PDT

I came across this DIY printable Pizza Party Invitation  and thought it was worthy of sharing. The file is $15.00 from Wantsandwishesdesign and you can print off as many as you need. Not only is this suitable for a Pizza party but also Sleepover and Movie Nights.

Looking for something a little more generic? Then check out these pre-printed invites…

Felt Flowers Tutorial

Posted: 25 Apr 2013 03:30 PM PDT

pink felt flowers

Shirley is sharing her “Felt Flowers Tutorial” with us and these are the prettiest flowers.  She has plenty of pictures for us to follow and create our own.  These can be used for so many decorative applications in a variety of colors. Shirley keeps her blog to remember important dates and life's major milestones along with the messy faces, …

Tutorial: Lever Card

Posted: 25 Apr 2013 01:51 PM PDT

Tutorial: Lever Card

I love cards that move! You can find directions and a video tutorial from Laura Lipe for this fun Lever card over on Splitcoast Stampers.

Tutorial: Lever Card

-Heather…

Always More Fingerless Glove Patterns

Posted: 25 Apr 2013 01:19 PM PDT

mitt knitting patternsYesterday my Internet was out, and it’s spotty today, but some Wednesday I want to start doing “what I’m working on Wednesdays,” where I’ll show you what I’m working on and you can tell me what you’re knitting, too.

What I am knitting, incidentally, is yet another pair of fingerless gloves. The Fiber Factor’s first challenge is to “knit your …

Cinco de Mayo Dinner and Apple Maracas

Posted: 25 Apr 2013 11:01 AM PDT

cincodemayo.dinnerWhat is it about Mexican food? It lends itself so beautifully to fun food versions. Sheesh. Cases in point: Make a Cinco de Mayo dinner HERE at Kitchen Fun with My 3 Sons. And make apple maracas HERE.

How to make recycled jar vases

Posted: 25 Apr 2013 09:34 AM PDT

Recycling_Craft_for_Spring_-_Jar_Flower_Vases_1 Now I know using a jar for a vase is nothing new but I thought I share these jar vases featured at the blog Craft Ideas simply because they are so pretty and simple.…

DIY Globe Light Fixture

Posted: 25 Apr 2013 07:02 AM PDT

Globe Light Fixture @craftgossip

I’ve seen something similar to this on Pinterest but could never find the source. I have it on my to-do list but haven’t gotten around to it yet. Then I saw this fabulous tutorial! Check out this step by step for turning a globe into a light fixture – DIY Globe Light Fixture | DIY Show Off ™ – DIY

facebook post cookies

Posted: 25 Apr 2013 08:08 AM PDT

facebookpost.cookiesNot just facebook post cookies, but my long-winded discussion of why I love facebook and what our posts say about us. Find facebook post cookies HERE at the decorated cookie.…

Tutorial: Shorten cuffed sleeves

Posted: 25 Apr 2013 08:00 AM PDT

shorten_cuffed_sleeves_tutorialPam from Threading My Way shows how she shortens sleeves that have cuffs.  When she’s done, you can’t even tell she shortened them.  It’s actually not that difficult, but you’ll need to have a seam ripper handy.  Go to her tutorial.

[photo from Threading My Way]…

Embroidered Sunglasses

Posted: 25 Apr 2013 07:42 AM PDT

embroideredsunglasses12I have seen cross stitch pop up in some unusual places – on a car, a frying pan, and now, on some sunglasses. Yes, sunglasses. Honestly…WTF blog even has a DIY how-to that shows you how to create your own stitched sunglasses inspired by these couture cross-stitched sunglasses. The instructions are pretty simple and include all the supplies you will …

Tutorial: Diaper change clutch and mat

Posted: 25 Apr 2013 07:32 AM PDT

diaperchangeclutchJordan Paige shares a tutorial showing how to make a diaper change mat that rolls up into a handy clutch.  As a clutch, it holds a couple of diapers and a wipe case.  When it’s time for a change, just unroll the flap to make a changing mat.  The diapers and wipes will end up in a pocket at the end just where you need them.  Go

Tutorial: DIY tailor’s ham

Posted: 25 Apr 2013 07:13 AM PDT

Sewing Supplies DIY - The Pressing tools - Tailor's hamIroning three-dimensional objects (garments with darts, for example) on a flat surface doesn’t always work out.  Sometimes you need a curved surface.  That’s what a tailor’s ham is for.  You can buy one at the fabric store, or you can make on yourself.  Mamma Nene from Serger Pepper shows how.  Go to her tute.

[photo from Serger Pepper]…

Tub of Popcorn Cupcakes

Posted: 25 Apr 2013 07:07 AM PDT

tub.popcorn.cupcakesOh, these could not be cuter for movie night. And so easy to make, too, complete with the touch of brown effect. Make tub of popcorn cupcakes HERE at tikkido.…

Tutorial: Wide wrapped belt

Posted: 25 Apr 2013 07:04 AM PDT

DIY beld bAma from Ohoh Blog shows how to make a wrapped belt, perfect for cinching in a loose dress or tunic.  It’s wide in the middle, with long thin ties that wrap around and tie in front.  You can let the ends hang long, or twist them around for a different look.  Go to her tute.

[photo from Ohoh Blog]…

Freebie & Tutorial | Make a Project Binder

Posted: 25 Apr 2013 07:00 AM PDT

Free printable Spring Papers and an Art Journal Tutorial from Craft a Doodle DooNash from Craft a Doodle Doo shares four free printable papers, and shows how you can use them to update a project binder or art journal. Click here to go to the download and tutorial.…

Puff Pastry “Carrots”

Posted: 25 Apr 2013 07:00 AM PDT

puff.pastrycarrotsI’m always and forever fascinated by any intersection of food and literature, especially children’s literature. Always and forever. (Just to be dramatic about it, as I feel is appropriate when discussing the intersection of food and literature.) Find the how-tos to make these gorgeous, “carrot” puff pastries with cream cheese, inspired by The Black Rabbit by Philippa Leathers, HERE at

Tutorial: Dye your jeans

Posted: 25 Apr 2013 06:59 AM PDT

bucketdyedjeansHead over to The Rit Studio to find out how you can dye a pair of white jeans into any color you like.  You can do the dying in a large plastic tub.  Go to The Rit Studio for the tute.

[photo from The Rit Studio]…

“Nachos and Cheese Dip” Dessert

Posted: 25 Apr 2013 06:54 AM PDT

nachos.cheese.dessertYou folks are going nuts with your desserts-that-look-like-not-desserts for Cinco de Mayo! Find the how-tos to make nachos and cheese dip, oh ho, but not really, HERE at hoopla palooza.…

Technique: Pearlized Painting

Posted: 25 Apr 2013 06:01 AM PDT

technique: pearlized paint

The Serendipitous Stamper has a pretty technique to share, using Tsukineko All-Purpose Ink and Memento markers to achieve a pearlized look on paper. I love the great little shimmer it gives!

-Heather…

A New Shawl

Posted: 25 Apr 2013 05:06 AM PDT

 

I love the shape of this pattern, designed by a French crocheter, Sophie, and sold under her name Sophie Gelfie.  It’s called the Marina Shawl.  The pattern is not free, but I believe we should be willing to pay for superior crochet designs.  This pattern would be a great way to use up some partial skeins, but would …

Tutorial: Stitched hexie necklace

Posted: 25 Apr 2013 04:46 AM PDT

hexie necklace tute

Ever wonder what to do with leftover hexies? Mollie of Wild Olive made this one into an adorable necklace. Totally love how she finished it with the blue stitching around the perimeter. Find out how to make it, get the tutorial.

Image credit: Wild Olive

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