10 DIY light fixtures
By Kym Terranova on Jul 09, 2014 10:55 am 
An easy way to freshen up any room is to change the light fixture. Interesting light fixtures can dramatically change the mood of the room from classic to contemporary to exotic. Unfortunately, lighting can be on the expensive side, especially from certain home décor chain retailers; however, we've included several "knock off" projects that will give you …
Continue Reading » A Fun Summer Craft, Perfect For Your Summer Drink
By Larissa Coleman on Jul 09, 2014 10:30 am 
There are few things that remind you of summer more than a bright, beautiful watermelon. It just screams “Summer”, so why not pair it with your favorite summer drink? These adorable watermelon drink coasters are simple to make, but very practical. I’m sure they will be put to use once you read up on how quickly you can make a set. Thanks to the blog Kittenhood …
Continue Reading » Top 10 Summer Beauty Products
By Shellie Wilson on Jul 09, 2014 10:00 am 
If you are looking for the top 10 summer beauty products this season then check out this little list. What is your favorite go to Summer product? Do you use the same thing year after year or are you open to trying new products? Share your thoughts below.…
Continue Reading » Squirt Gun Painting
By Sherri Osborn on Jul 09, 2014 09:00 am 
This is a fast and easy outdoor project the kids will love to do. Melissa, from Fire Flies and Mudpies, explains how she helped fight a little bit of summer boredom by letting her boys paint watercolor masterpieces using a piece of finger paint paper and a squirt gun.
Read how Melissa set up their Squirt Gun Painting project …
Continue Reading » DIY Thumb Drive Holder
By katiesmith on Jul 09, 2014 08:49 am
I have a bad habit of storing my thumb drives in a drawer or just laying next to my computer where they get buried and I can never find them. I totally need this Tumb Drive Holder Frame that Katie at Saturday Crafternoons created.
This project took less than 30 minutes and required no special tools.
Get the DIY …
Continue Reading » Free pattern: Felt Christmas tree, plus a printable for miniature felt ornaments
By Anne Weaver on Jul 09, 2014 10:03 am 
Free pattern: Felt Christmas tree, plus a printable for miniature felt ornaments
It’s Christmas in July at So Sew Easy! Deby shares a free pattern for making this felt Christmas tree, as well as a free printable for making a set of miniature felt ornaments to decorate it. The 3-d Christmas tree is made from cardboard covered in felt, with …
Continue Reading » Project: Metal Cuff Bracelet using Dies
By Heather Holbrook on Jul 09, 2014 05:53 am 
Dies aren’t just for paper, find out how to turn a plain metal cuff bracelet into a stunning wearable piece of art using die templates from Spellbinders. I love the feather motif, so hot and trendy right now!
-Heather…
Continue Reading » Tailored Crochet Bracelets – All Buttoned Up
By jd wolfe on Jul 09, 2014 08:33 am 
Do you have a stash of cool buttons? If so, you might not have enough of any one button to finish off a garment. But, with this cool idea from Donatella, you can make fantastic use of those buttons. In the example above, she uses all metallic buttons, but any buttons you like will work well for this project.
Donatella …
Continue Reading » Tutorial | Double Stamping Technique With Acrylic Inks
By Francine Clouden on Jul 09, 2014 07:00 am 
Check out this fantastic video from Jennifer Priest detailing a double stamping technique using Clearsnap Izink acrylic inks. I’d love to try this! That effect would work really well on scrapbook layouts too.
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Continue Reading » Inspiration du Jour | Summer Fun
By Francine Clouden on Jul 09, 2014 06:00 am 
Summer Fun by Ajones365
What I Loved:
- The doily background
- The color combination
- The title treatment (the clothespin and the ticket!)
Tidbits about her:
How long have you been scrapping?
I have been scrapbooking for over 15 years
Paper or digi? (or both?)
I scrap paper
What is your favourite scrapboooking supply?
my favorite supply is vellum.
Where do you …
Continue Reading » Tutorial: Cuff Bracelet
By Elaine Robitaille on Jul 09, 2014 01:03 am 
Here’s a tutorial – this links to the first steps, with the others found in the photostream – by Patricia Roberts-Thompson for a great cuff bracelet. There are photos and text explanations (in the photo description) for each step. The finished project is a neat, well-constructed bracelet to add to your repertoire.…
Continue Reading » Tutorial: Scrappy Moroccan Style Deco Stitch Tea Towels
By Anne Weaver on Jul 08, 2014 10:32 pm 
At Sew4Home you can see how to make their Scrappy Moroccan Style Deco Stitch Tea Towels. That’s a long name, but they’re a whole lot of pretty. The linen towels are accented with strips of cotton prints and rows of decorative stitching. The edges are bound with contrasting fabric. Mix your prints for maximum color and design. Get the tutorial …
Continue Reading » Tutorial: No-sew fabric canvas art
By Anne Weaver on Jul 08, 2014 09:33 pm 
Tutorial: No-sew fabric canvas art
Stephanie from Swoodson Says shows how you can use fabrics from your scrap bin to make cute wall art. A sewing machine seems like a pretty perfect subject for your art, but you could use any simple shape to match a room’s theme. There’s no actual sewing required, so this would be a fun project …
Continue Reading » Tutorial: Railroad Tote
By Anne Weaver on Jul 08, 2014 08:28 pm 
Tutorial: Railroad Tote
The Purl Bee shares a tutorial for making their Railroad Tote, a roomy bag made railroad denim. There is a simple elegance to the striped fabric. Or for a different look, try a bold home dec print. Finished dimensions are 12″ wide x 15 ½” high x 4″ deep. Get the how-to at The Purl Bee.
[photo from The Purl …
Continue Reading » Painting Basics: Fabric complete instructions
By Linda Lanese on Jul 08, 2014 07:20 pm 
Have you ever wanted to paint on fabrics and did not know the basics, well “P&J Everyday” gives us all the answers to all your questions so your designs will last. Give textiles a refresh or a whole new look with this versatile technique. They tell just what you will need and how to get started and realize your dream …
Continue Reading » Free pattern: Toddler's ruffle strap summer tunic top
By Anne Weaver on Jul 08, 2014 06:32 pm 
Free pattern: Toddler’s ruffle strap summer tunic top
Shauna from Shwin & Shwin shares a free pattern for this toddler’s summer tunic top with cute ruffled straps. It’s so summery out of a seersucker! Of course, it would also be cute out of a flowery print or a solid, too. The pattern makes a size 12-18 months, and could possibly fit …
Continue Reading » Inspiration: Don't Leave Home Without It
By Pam Pedersen on Jul 08, 2014 06:26 pm 
As someone who lives in a rainy climate, this girl with her umbrella holds special meaning to me. It also speaks to me because my home, or more importantly those who share it with me, are always close to my heart. This piece reminds me that my family is always watching over me.
Bees Knees Industries has done it once again …
Continue Reading » DIY rope bracelet from a J.Crew shopping bag!
By Linda Lanese on Jul 08, 2014 05:50 pm 
Lisa Spangler of “sideoats and scribbles” loves j crew so much. She even loves the bags and hates to throw them away! She got the idea to make this “rope bracelet from a J.Crew shopping bag”! She has a complete tutorial on just how to braid and make this fun bracelet. I love it and will make one, maybe not …
Continue Reading » Project: Mixed Media Book of Cards
By Heather Holbrook on Jul 08, 2014 02:45 pm 
Combining vintage images, rubber stamp, embellishments and stitching in red Ella Wilson made a beautiful mixed media book full of cards. Find out more info and see more cards over on the Somerset Place blog.
-Heather…
Continue Reading » Make Pool Party Teddy Grahams
By Dana Hinders on Jul 08, 2014 11:51 am 
I love cute party food, but I’m afraid that I’m all thumbs when it comes to cake, cookie, and cupcake decorating! However, I think even I could pull off these adorable pool party Teddy Graham cookies. Get the complete instructions from Living Locurto, as well as a link to purchase a cute matching pool party printable invitation and decoration …
Continue Reading » Tutorial: Scrappy vinyl storage bags
By Anne Weaver on Jul 08, 2014 02:28 pm 
Tutorial: Scrappy vinyl storage bags
Oh my goodness, is this rainbow of craft storage eye candy or what? The yummiest eye candy!! I want a set in my studio, pretty please. Vera from Negligent Style created clear vinyl bags to organize her buttons and other small craft supplies. They hang from a rod where they can easily be reached. They …
Continue Reading » Flower Power Purse tutorial
By Linda Lanese on Jul 08, 2014 01:19 pm 
Pascale of “Between the Lines” blogs out of Paris and has a stunning site with some wonderful DIY’s. Today I found her tutorial on her “Flower Power Purse” and it is something I would wear, so unique. Pascale has an excellent tutorial for us to follow and I thank her for her wonderful tutorials.…
Continue Reading » Tutorial: Retro halter t-shirt refashion
By Anne Weaver on Jul 08, 2014 01:12 pm 
Tutorial: Retro halter t-shirt refashion
Lola Nova shows how you can refashion a plain long sleeved t-shirt into this retro fabulous halter t-shirt. All of the fabric you need to make it comes from the one shirt, with very little waste. The halter ties are actually the sleeves! Go to Lola Nova to see how to do it.
[via Totally Tutorials]…
Continue Reading » Week 3: Best Fabric Shop Storefront
By Scarlett Burroughs on Jul 08, 2014 12:58 pm 
The Stitchin’ Post is my nominee for this week’s best fabric shop storefront contest. First, I love the architectural style of the building, with aged looking bricks. The canopied and lighted entrance invites you in. The flower boxes add warmth too.
Here’s a closeup of the Stitchin’ Post’s front entrance.
Be sure and see Week 1 and Week 2 nominees. …
Continue Reading » Branching Coral Bookmarks tutorial
By Linda Lanese on Jul 08, 2014 12:56 pm 
This "Branching Coral Bookmarks" is so delightful and what says summer better than something from the sea. This complete project has loads of pictures and pattern will help you create one too. Get over to "American felt and craft" for the directions and thank them for always having incredible tutorials.…
Continue Reading » Tutorial: Fabric flower with a sparkly rhinestone center
By Anne Weaver on Jul 08, 2014 11:28 am 
Remona from The Stitching Scientist shows how you can make this lovely fabric flower. Layers of folded fabric circles give it dimension, and a rhinestone center sparkles. She was able to get all of the pieces she needed to make the flower from a long narrow strip of fabric, but you could also make this from a pile of oddly …
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