I have very exciting news for all of my lovely tutorial readers: This year, I will releasing a new kind of tutorial, so read on for more details! This year’s tutorials are part of my new Cooking School Series. Unlike my previous books (the Dollhouse Chef Series), these tutorials will be shorter–roughly 5 to 6 projects per book–and offered […]
Author: MoTipton
Martha Stewart Christmas Wreath: Tiny Houses Galore!
I nearly fainted when the December issue of Martha Stewart Living arrived in the mail. Oh my heavens, tiny houses galore! And trees! And glitter! I knew immediately that I would have to make one of these wreaths, so I set about gathering the supplies. I found the wreath on sale at Michaels for only […]
12 DIY Christmas Decorations
Our apartment is now completely overrun by Christmas decorations, thanks to my latest tutorial book, 12 Days of Christmas Decorations. I’m having so much fun, though, that I can’t seem to stop crafting… This book is a little different than my previous tutorials, because I wanted to incorporate miniatures into larger holiday decorations that you can […]
Don’t Miss My Cyber Monday Sale!
It’s that wonderful time of year again: time to save big on super-cute stocking stuffers and goodies for everyone on your Christmas list, including yourself! Treat home bakers and foodies with their favorite wearable snacks, or stock up on miniature food tutorials and molds to make your own gifts this year. Here are the details: […]
New Book and a Magical Christmas Room
My new Christmas tutorial book is coming out very soon (probably next week), and I am so excited about one of the projects, which I just finished tonight while singing along to Elvis Christmas songs, that I had to share some pictures. The only snag is that the piece is meant to be viewed in a […]
New Book for Christmas!
I’ve never come out with a new book during the holiday season, because the mice and I are already running around like crazy as it is, but an idea came to me while I was doing some crafting on my off time, and I just couldn’t resist. So here’s the scoop: I’m working on a […]
How to Decorate Miniature Christmas Cookies
Christmas is already in full swing at my studio, and I’m so into it that I’ve convinced my husband to let me put up our tree, like, next week. I know, it’s a little crazy, but I’m really feeling the Christmas spirit. 🙂 If you’re with me on this, then it’s time to start prepping for the […]
Nature Crafts: Sycamore Seed Balls Hedgehog
While walking with friends this weekend, we came upon a sycamore tree covered in seed balls. It looked as if the tree had been decorated with ornaments (by elves, perhaps?), and I took a couple of the balls home. It occurred to me that they look just like balled-up hedgehogs, which inspired the following nature […]
Craft Time: Rainbow Glitter Wreath
I was in a serious crafting mood over the weekend, so on Sunday I spent the morning wandering around Michaels, soaking up inspiration (heaven!). They were running a sale on all things Christmas, and I found an aisle full of fronds in various shapes and sizes, all covered in glitter and available in a rainbow […]
More Food Jewelry: Falafel, Tacos and More Tiny Food!
Holiday shopping has already begun, and I’ve been sculpting like a madwoman to restock the food jewelry in my shop. I have some brand new pieces that I want to show you, a few of which have already sold out, but I’ll be making them again ASAP! (You can also contact me for custom orders.) […]