Archives: Lish Dorset

Memorial Day Flag Cookie Platter

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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.

Via Tonya Staab

Posted by Lish Dorset | May 25, 2012 10:00 AM Food, Holiday projects | Permalink | Comments (0) | Email This | Bookmark and Share

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Video: Bedazzled Sunglasses

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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.

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Posted by Lish Dorset | May 24, 2012 04:00 PM Fashion, Video | Permalink | Comments (0) | Email This | Bookmark and Share

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How-To: Captain America Tie Dye Shirt

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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.

Via ManMadeDIY

Posted by Lish Dorset | May 24, 2012 10:00 AM Fashion | Permalink | Comments (0) | Email This | Bookmark and Share

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Nachos Tattoos

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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.

Posted by Lish Dorset | May 23, 2012 08:30 PM Arts & Design | Permalink | Comments (1) | Email This | Bookmark and Share

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Learn How to Sew From a 9-Year-Old

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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.

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Posted by Lish Dorset | May 23, 2012 07:30 PM Sewing | Permalink | Comments (2) | Email This | Bookmark and Share

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Knitted Hamburger Wall Art

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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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Posted by Lish Dorset | May 22, 2012 04:00 PM Arts & Design, Knitting | Permalink | Comments (0) | Email This | Bookmark and Share

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Plastic Container Shrinky Bracelet

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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.

Posted by Lish Dorset | May 21, 2012 04:00 PM Jewelry | Permalink | Comments (0) | Email This | Bookmark and Share

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Bazaar Bizarre Preview #5

aneedleruns_bb.png 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!

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Posted by Lish Dorset | May 18, 2012 02:00 PM Maker Faire | Permalink | Comments (0) | Email This | Bookmark and Share

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Bazaar Bizarre Preview #4

prettyfun_bb.jpg 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.

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Posted by Lish Dorset | May 17, 2012 07:00 PM Maker Faire | Permalink | Comments (0) | Email This | Bookmark and Share

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Perler Bead Pixel Coasters

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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.

Posted by Lish Dorset | May 17, 2012 03:58 PM General, Home Decor | Permalink | Comments (0) | Email This | Bookmark and Share

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