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Projects ≫ How-To's ≫ Barbie Shoe Necklace

Lilla B. — Fri, 16 May 2008 12:54:03 -0000

easy-to-make necklace

Projects ≫ Creations ≫ Hand Painted Heart Shaped Shelf With Vintage Buttons

Bombshell — Fri, 16 May 2008 12:53:54 -0000

Painted Heart-Shaped Corner Shelf

Projects ≫ Creations ≫ X Ray Notebook

Miss Muffin of Doom — Fri, 16 May 2008 12:53:43 -0000

a customized notebook

Projects ≫ Creations ≫ More Pockets

Sugarlishes — Fri, 16 May 2008 12:53:31 -0000

Projects ≫ Creations ≫ Crazy Cats

Sugarlishes — Fri, 16 May 2008 12:53:11 -0000

crazy i say! CRAZY!

Projects ≫ Creations ≫ New Springy Outfit For My Babe

multicrafty — Fri, 16 May 2008 12:52:59 -0000

Springy Outfit

Projects ≫ Creations ≫ Poly Runes

Sugarlishes — Fri, 16 May 2008 12:52:45 -0000

Projects ≫ Creations ≫ Free Hand Embroidery Patchwork Pillow

Bombshell — Fri, 16 May 2008 12:52:33 -0000

Free Hand Embroidery Patchwork Pillow

Projects ≫ Creations ≫ Woven Rib Baby Blanket

opposites-girl — Fri, 16 May 2008 12:52:08 -0000

Soft enough for a teensy baby

Projects ≫ How-To's ≫ Gummy Candy!!!!

gabriela g. — Thu, 15 May 2008 13:12:22 -0000

easy and delicious!

Blog ≫ Play Craft Contest Winners

Tue, 13 May 2008 13:18:25 -0000

The winners of our Play Craft Contest have been announced and we'd like to congratulate our winner Gracey for posting a how-to for Play Doh and our runner up, Roma for posting her Tetris Stomacher. Well done guys! If you didn't win this time don't worry, there will be lots more craft contests coming in the future. Check out the Jewelry Contest with Fifi's Secret which is running now.

Blog ≫ Spam Sushi

Tue, 22 Apr 2008 20:28:00 -0000

I'm a sushi-a-holic, but I'm not sure how keen I'd be on trying a piece of spam sushi. If it sounds like your thing, check out the recipe on Zakka Life.

Blog ≫ Butterfly Paperclips

Tue, 22 Apr 2008 18:20:54 -0000

I absolutely love these Butterfly Paperclips from How About Orange. What a fantastic way to brighten up any dull document. Check out the how-to to make some for your own paperwork.

Blog ≫ Nutella Strawberry Crepes

Mon, 21 Apr 2008 09:09:06 -0000

Fancy a little indulgence for breakfast time? Try out this Nutella Strawberry Crepe recipe from Chocolate Chipped. Delicious!

Blog ≫ Meet the Crafty Superstars

Sun, 20 Apr 2008 19:58:36 -0000

You may or may not have noticed this, but we've launched a brand new area on Cut Out + Keep called Crafty Superstars. Here we'll be showcasing how-to projects from crafty celebrities and some of the big names in craft. Head over now, to find how-to's and crafty chat with Pink Ribbon Boutique's Sarah Rhian, Venus Zine craft editor and 99 ways author, Justina Blakeney and craft party hostess, Lady Wurlizter.

Blog ≫ Lucky Star Garland

Tue, 15 Apr 2008 14:29:31 -0000

It feels like everyone has been making Origami Paper Stars on CO+K recently, so here's a perfect project for you. PlanetJune have posted instructions for making a Lucky Star Garland, that would look great strung up anywhere in the house. So pretty.

Blog ≫ Mix Tape Zine

Fri, 11 Apr 2008 16:52:24 -0000

Mix Tape is a charming little zine hailing from Australia. A relative newcomer to the zine market, Mix Tape is full of articles about craft, indie business advice, book reviews, project ideas and creative interviews. In their 3rd issue, the $6 publication features how-to guides for making Eye Candy Bead & Pillowcase Bib, a guide to Growing your craft business ethically, interviews with music mamas and fabric designer, Bianca Van Meeuwen, 10 ways to Green Your Wallet and a lot, lot more. This would make a sweet little addition to your handbag - sure to brighten up any bus ride, traffic jam or waiting room blues. Find out more over on the Mix Tape blog.

Blog ≫ Crayon Shaving Hearts

Fri, 11 Apr 2008 16:48:26 -0000

How pretty are these Crayon Shaving Hearts on Skip To My Lou? Luckily for us, Cindy has posted a how-to, so we can make our own.

Blog ≫ Bagel CD Case

Thu, 10 Apr 2008 18:40:16 -0000

Do you ever worry about your bagel getting squashed in your bag on the way to work? Fear no more, Acorn Studio have posted a great way to repurpose a CD-spindle case in to a Bagel-to-go CD Case.

Blog ≫ The Big-Ass Book Of Crafts

Thu, 10 Apr 2008 00:46:09 -0000

Mark Montano's "Big-Ass Book Of Crafts" is literally a really big and heavy book of craft, but not without good reason, as it contains over 150 how-to projects. Covering everything from homeware and clothing to artwork and beauty treats, there are dozens of useful and practical ideas to keep the craftiest fingers occupied. The book also has a bunch of quirky and off-the-wall projects too. Including a chandelier made from twigs and duct-tape furniture for your living room. With so many projects, there's definitely something for everyone. This book will leads to days and days of craft-filled entertainment. It may be big, but it justifies it's over-sized space on the bookshelf. Check out Mark's website for more info or to pick up your copy!

Snippets ≫ Issue 10 ≫ The Ultimate Tea Diet