Pocket Reflectors for Cycling
Learn to whip up some pants pocket reflectors to gain visibility for night cycling. Becky Stern shows you how: http://makeprojects.com/Project/Pocket-Reflectors-for-Cycling/755/1
Month: August 2011
T-Shirt Mod: Boxy to Foxy
If you don’t like the way boxy unisex t-shirts fit, Becky Stern shows you how to mod your t-shirts into a flattering shape that you’ll actually wear. Go to http://bit.ly/hUDjjG for project details.
Stitching Concrete
I sometimes wish there was a category on this blog called “You Learn Something New Everyday” because that’s where I would put Stitching Concrete. I had never heard of Concrete Canvas, or Concrete Cloth, for that matter. Luckily, contemporist posted these whip stitched stools from Florian Schmid.
Color Block Mountain Painting
Make a color block mountain range painting using two colors of household paint and some torn cardboard. More info: http://bit.ly/gisPvU
Needle Felted Pinball Bumper Necklace
More info: http://makeprojects.com/Project/Needle-Felted-Pinball-Bumper-Necklace/830/1
Learn needle felting basics from Moxie and make this pinball bumper necklace in this episode of the CRAFT Video. Build up 3D forms using tiny pokes and wool roving. You can even embed an LED to make your pinball bumper light up. Caught the bug? Check out Moxie’s book, I Felt Awesome: ifeltawesome.com
Holiday Moss Tablescapes
More info: http://bit.ly/gsUTxt
There is already so much talk of what is going on our Thanksgiving tables and links to great Christmas cards it’s a little overwhelming. Busy hosts don’t have a ton of time to put into table decor so today we bring you a few easy ideas that will bring the outdoors in and your table to the next aesthetic level.
Retro Christmas Star Ornament & Mulled Cider
This year we’re making a retro mod orb star ornament as a tree topper. It can also be used as an ornament, or be put on display in a pretty glass bowl. As a warm and tasty treat we mulled some cider as well. Mulling cider is so easy, makes your home smell delicious, and is the perfect cozy cocktail for a holiday party. More info: http://bit.ly/g42IjB
