Happy President’s Day
It’s President’s Day. I decided to celebrate by making an appliqued hip Teddy “Roosevelt” Bear pillow for my craft room using fabric scraps I had in my fabric bin.
Holiday Projects
How-To: Mini President Figurines
These peg doll presidents from Heidi Kenney’s new book, Every Day’s a Holiday: Year-Round Crafting With Kids from Chronicle Books, are a fun and cute way to celebrate Presidents’ Day. Get the full how-to over on Etsy’s How-Tuesday.
“Dirty Dancing” Valentine
There are all sorts of jokes you can make with this one, but I couldn’t help but love this “Dirty Dancing” Valentine made by fellow Mitten maker Austin Shyu out of a soundtrack record sleeve. I hope everyone has enjoyed Valentine’s Day!
Amigurumi Valentine Teddy
Recently, Stephanie from All about Ami made a really cute Chinese New Year amigurumi doll which I posted about last week. Now she’s made this cute amigurumi Valentine Teddy to celebrate Valentine’s Day! I love seeing her step-by-step process in her detailed photos. Stephanie says the patterns for both dolls will be up soon on […]
How-To: Last Minute Valentine Cards
Sweet Tidings has some great ideas on how to make some last minute Valentine cards. From these heartstring gift tags to a lacey Valentine card, you’ll have enough time to make a sweet note for your special sweetheart or BFF.
How-To: Shadow Box From Candy Box
If you receive a heart-shaped box of candies this Valentine’s Day, don’t toss it out once it’s empty! Instead, check out this simple tutorial from Katie at Ohdeedoh for turning it in to a little shadow box.
How-To: Chocolate Cupcakes With Raspberry Buttercream
Top your Valentine’s Day menu off with these dreamy chocolate cupcakes with raspberry buttercream frosting from Katie of Good Life Eats. She’s even included some cute free Valentine’s printables to use for your celebrations.