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Craftways Exclusive Latch Hook Kits - Mona Lisa Latch Hook Kit - Herrschners. Sku: IH130085Latch Hook Kit Display this classic with pride.

Craftways Exclusive Latch Hook Kits - Mona Lisa Latch Hook Kit - Herrschners

Make a personal statement with a beautiful latch hook masterpiece. Quality latch hook kit includes 3.75-mesh unstamped gridded canvas, lofty pre-cut 100% acrylic rug yarn, an easy-to-use chart, and easy-to-follow instructions. Approximately 27 x 40" (69 x 102cm). Imported. Write the first review! Sugg. retail: $52.49 (30% Savings) How to Make a Pencil Holder Using a Can.

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How to Make a Pencil Holder Using a Can

Elm street life: DIY: Bow clutch sewing tutorial. And fiiiinally... the tutorial you've been waiting for.

elm street life: DIY: Bow clutch sewing tutorial.

Felt Baby Shoes. I think it’s lovely to welcome a little one into the world surrounded by thoughtful handmade gifts, and these itty-bitty boots are just the ticket for such a reception.

Felt Baby Shoes

Brimming over with the “awww” factor, everyone who sees these Felt Baby Shoes wants to pick them up and coo, almost as if they contained a chubby little baby foot already! Sometimes when I get on a roll with a fun and easy project like this, it’s hard to stop. Beaded Bracelet. I’m super excited to share this project with you, as it has been over two weeks in the making.

Beaded Bracelet

I fussed around with many a mini-crochet needle and embroidery thread, and my house is now littered with bitty seed beads, to arrive at what I think is my favorite and most unique tutorial yet! Woo hoo! Materials: Embroidery thread (I used 6 stranded thread) Crochet hook size 1 (2.75mm) Seed beads Jewelry clasps Needle Scissors Directions: Note: This pattern is for a bracelet that measures 6.5″ at completion. Creative Giving. For the last installment of Sugar & Cloth’s Handmade Holiday, here are a few favorites for DIY gifts.

Creative Giving

After all, even if they have everything, it still isn’t the same if it’s made by you! 1 Felt Animal Kit | Purl Soho. Living Crafts Blog » Blog Archive » Carve Crochet Hook from Twig. 25 Beauty Products You Can Make in Your Kitchen. By Jaime Morrison Curtis | .

25 Beauty Products You Can Make in Your Kitchen

DIY Coffee Scrub « A Cup of Mo. DIY Coffee Scrub Posted by mmarnall on February 27, 2011 · 19 Comments In a recent issue of Womans World, I came across this wonderful DIY Java Scrub recipe that I thought would be great to share with you dear reader.

DIY Coffee Scrub « A Cup of Mo

It was listed under ‘Cures for Tiredness’ and hey, I’m an 8-to-5er who is constantly busy- whether I’m working out, pursuing creative endeavors or just out and about, so I definitely get tired from time to time. The article claims that a coffee scrub will clear away dull skin and leave you with a brighter complexion, that the caffeine helps reduce swelling and the massaging action of applying the scrub flushes out excess fluid that make your hands, legs and feed look puffy. Whether the scrub does all of these things, I have no idea. Rainbow Headphones « Stars & Sunshine. Look at my new rainbow earbuds!

Rainbow Headphones « Stars & Sunshine

I used to love perler beads when I was little. You know, those round plastic beads you laid out on white boards with pegs to hold the plastic beads, then ironed them and the melted together and you had a little piece of pixelated plastic art? {via flickr} My parents were cleaning out their house, and wanted to get rid of our old perler beads. I took them instead, and used some of them to decorate my earbuds as I’d seen here. All I needed was an exacto knife, some perler beads, and earbuds (or any similar diameter wire/cording). Not only are they newly rainbow colored, but the pieces that go into my ears have penguins on the outside!

How To Make Your Own Nail Polish In Any Color. Pregnancy insomnia can be a little bit of a blessing (depending on how you look at it).

How To Make Your Own Nail Polish In Any Color

Sometimes when I can't sleep I randomly get these ideas that just pop into my head. Felt Hair Pretties. You’ll find a template with the animal and car designs, as well as full diy instructions provided on the Petite Purls site. This spring issue has many beautiful knits to consider adding to your list, as well. So, which is your favorite? I am a tad partial to the purple elephant. Though the little lazy daisy on the VW is pretty darn cute. I provide instructions for the flower, too, so don’t hesitate to try it! Loving the whale, which would be adorable with a little striped sailor dress, don’t you think? These lovely hair accessories are perfect for the summer. Melted Crayon Art.

Perhaps I should begin this post by introducing you to my mom, also known as Her Ladyship Craftiness…er, Her Royal Craftiness? I’m still working on the title. Regardless, she’s the coolest, most creative and talented woman I know. She can make pretty much anything. At least once during high school, I borrowed a friend’s purse, brought it home to Mom, and she whipped one up just like it for me. Yes, I probably abused the power of being Her Ladyship’s daughter, and I no longer steal my friends’ purses, but the point is: my mom is awesome.

If you follow Young House Love, Bower Power, Making a House a Home, or Style by Emily Henderson you know how timely her visit was, as today is the big reveal for the Pinterest Challenge. The supplies were pretty simple: canvas, crayons, and hot glue. The next step was to peel off the paper labels from all 60 crayons. How to "Waste" Paper. January 19th, 2009 Email 72 users recommend Keep your old magazines from ending up in a landfill by putting them to work as colorful trash receptacles. How To Mix Chalkboard Paint in Any Color. We love using chalkboards as backdrops for displays and parties (like this one here!). So we were super excited to learn that you can create your own custom colors-and it's really easy! We first learned how from Martha Stewart whose tutorial you can read here.

She recommends that you use latex paint, but we tried it out with acrylic paints with much success. Here's how you too can create your own chalkboard paint... Supplies: 1/2 cup acrylic paint (choose any color you like, or mix colors together to make the perfect shade!) 1. 2. Once your chalkboard has fully dried be sure to slate the surface before using it for the first time. More Design Please - MoreDesignPlease - DIY : Sailors Knot Bracelet&. 25 Handmade Gifts Under $5. If your gift list is long and your budget is small. Simply Vintagegirl: Make Fabric Flowers.

29 May 2010 These elegant fabric flowers are very simple to make . . . and only take a few basic supplies. The finished product is delightfully lovely, and at times can look like a real flower! Every flower will turn out differently and that is part of the beauty! Tutorials for Recycling T-Shirts.

So way way back, in June, I wrote this Studio Organization post, about starting the process of organizing my studio by cleaning out the closet full of junk. Well, it's September and...let's just say the closet is a work in progress. Some of the things that are taking up space in the closet are shirts that I never wear anymore. 10 T-Shirt Scarf Tutorials.