Archives: Lish Dorset
Memorial Day Flag Cookie Platter
We've got a LOT of plans for Memorial Day weekend this year - what about you guys? I love this take on cookie artisan Maryann's flag cookie platter by Lisa of the Barefoot Baker. Lisa shows you how to ice these beautiful cookies that results in a beautiful arrangement.
Video: Bedazzled Sunglasses
Our own Meg Allan Cole is concerned about your sunglasses. She's worried that your sunglasses are too plain to properly enjoy this holiday weekend. Luckily, she and the gals from Emotistyle have a solution - bedazzled shades! Check out Meg's video, after the jump, for an easy upgrade to your current sunglasses. If you like rhinestones, you'll love this.
Read full story »How-To: Captain America Tie Dye Shirt
This is an impressive tie-dye project! Alexa, over at ILovetoCreate, came up with this tutorial to make a Captain America T-shirt that any fan would feel proud to wear at a showing of The Avengers.
Nachos Tattoos
It should come as no surprise that the team at Nachos NY have created their own line of nachos tattoos. I mean, they have their own guacamole tote bag, after all. The group teamed up with Perry Shall to create these illustrations that are the ultimate in grown-up temporary tattoos.
Learn How to Sew From a 9-Year-Old
Get ready to meet Ellen, your new sewing coach. At just nine years of age, Ellen will show you how to make a simple bag as well as the basics of sewing. Great job, Ellen! And thanks to you, I'm now calling my sewing basket a "pot of pins." Video after the jump.
Read full story »Knitted Hamburger Wall Art
You've got just a few more days to celebrate National Hamburger Month. (Not to be confused with National Hamburger and Pickle month - that's March.) While I'd prefer a garden burger, this knitted hamburger wall art from Natalya's Studio definitely caught my eye. I've seen a lot of felt hamburger toys, amigurumi hamburgers, etc., but this is the first wall art I've seen. Want more? Check out this hamburger merit badge from Waggons West.
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Plastic Container Shrinky Bracelet
Don't have a package of Shrinky Dink plastic on hand? Not to worry - check your recycling bin. Rust and Sunshine's Michelle shows you how a No. 6 plastic container can turn into a charming bracelet.
Bazaar Bizarre Preview #5
A Needle Runs Through it: Unique handcrafted bags for knitting, crochet, make up, baby items and more.
Meet your clothing and crafty Bazaar Bizarre vendors. Good luck tomorrow!
Read full story »Bazaar Bizarre Preview #4
Pretty Fun: Pretty fun- here you'll find innovative designed jewelry that is eclectic, healing, functional and Fun!
Here are your Bazaar Bizarre jewelry vendors for this weekend's Maker Faire.
Read full story »Perler Bead Pixel Coasters
I'm feeling pretty silly for just realizing how great Perler beads are for cross stitch-inspired crafts. Check out My Poppet for this fun how-to.