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I've got '80s heavy metal on the brain right now, thanks to Van Halen visiting Detroit on Monday. AND THEN I saw Kathy's, of Merriment Designs, Def Leppard "Pour Some Sugar on Me" sugar cube wrappers. So, yep, still Lish Dorset

Proof that you don't need to swap personality for safety—no matter how early in the morning—our own Lish got her hands on some fancy patterned duct tape and shared this duct tape coffee cup sleeve tutorial on her blog. Haley Pierson-Cox http://www.thezenofmaking.com

Last week, we featured Pickles, the pug crochet hat Etsy model. Now, Laughing Squid introduces us to Toki Nantucket, the dapper cat in hats and bowties over on CatAtelier on Etsy. I'm really wishing my cat was open to Rachel Hobson http://averagejanecrafter.blogspot.com

Artist Hong Seon Jang created an amazing rainbow-light effect using just fishing line and spray paint in this work called "Prism." AndrewS http://www.andrewsalomone.com/

Cut Out + Keep finds a creative new way to re-purpose plastic spoons! Meg Allan Cole http://www.enderbynest.com

Can't. Type. Must. Do. This. Project. In all seriousness though, this tutorial from A Beautiful Mess is inspiring, simple and right on trend for spring. Brookelynn

I wouldn't normally think that sock cookies would be something to give to the one you love, but these have changed my mind. I love Bridget's take on these sock cookies on Bake at 350 and her step-by-step photos Lish Dorset

By Amy O'Neill Houck Photography by Stacy La Mascus A Mobïus wrap is a unique garment with no inside or outside, and only one side and one edge. What does this mean? Well, if you were to take a Carla Sinclair

Robyn Wells of robayre is a crafter and graphic designer with a unique aesthetic and fun sensibilities. Robyn is a self-described inspiration junkie, and she finds inspiration in the simple things. Yet her work is anything but. One Project Brookelynn

I'm always drawn to the colorful and decorative covers of old Readers Digest Condensed Books at thrift stores and garage sales. Cathe Holden of Just Something I Made shares my affinity for them, and is sharing projects she's made Rachel Hobson http://averagejanecrafter.blogspot.com

Felted stones always make me think of gorgeous moss-covered forest scenes. No matter where you put them, they look calming and natural, and bring so much softness and depth to home decor. Learn how to make your own with Haley Pierson-Cox http://www.thezenofmaking.com

I remember when I was a kid and first learned the word "undulate." It's the kind of word that sounds like what it means, and I'd have fun saying it over and over again. "Undulate. Undulate. Undulate." Yeah, I'm Rachel Hobson http://averagejanecrafter.blogspot.com

Modern paper pendants are definitely my current jewelry crush. Check out this DIY cut paper pendants project from Jessica at How About Orange, and get a free downloadable template to make your own! Haley Pierson-Cox http://www.thezenofmaking.com

If you've been lucky enough to be granted a three-day weekend thanks to President's Day, it's a perfect time to break out the craft supplies and make something to celebrate. Our team has the day off, but to keep Rachel Hobson http://averagejanecrafter.blogspot.com

The meticulous work that goes into this wee felt umbrella project from Cynthia Treen is beautiful and impressive. She's shared the pattern and step-by-step tutorial over on The Crafts Department. The umbrella is an accessory to an adorable felt Rachel Hobson http://averagejanecrafter.blogspot.com

Here are some cool things we saw in the CRAFT Flickr Pool this week: Goal List Tutorial, by cornflowerbluestudio pompon pretty, by pilli pilli [361mais5] 42. Organizar fotos, by ...com Lola Friendly hedgehog felt brooch, by hanaletters Jr. Cheeseburger, by Haley Pierson-Cox http://www.thezenofmaking.com

I love this project from Penelope and Pip to recycle the bottles you have at home and give your current vases a run for their money. Via The Long Thread Lish Dorset

Here's a sweet little pattern and tutorial from Destri of The Mother Huddle for making a purse using bracelets as the handles. The perfect little bag to stuff all those little trinkets and what-nots into that a girl just Rachel Hobson http://averagejanecrafter.blogspot.com

This doily print clay bowl from Caro at Sodapop Design is absolutely stunning, and would make a perfect gift for those upcoming spring and summer weddings. Fair warning: The site is in German, but there are good photos for Haley Pierson-Cox http://www.thezenofmaking.com

Recently I've been into making smoothies for myself. The most delicious blend that I've made so far has also been the simplest: plain yogurt, fresh mango, and a small pinch of cardamom. Yum! I didn't really think about it, Laura Cochrane