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I’m really interested in this bit of knitting geekery from Knit Darling, which is about knitting needle materials and how different needles — even those labeled as being the same size — can give you different gauge results.

She knit up swatches of the same number of stitches and rows on four different kinds of needles, using the same …

Melissa from Melly Sews and Blank Slate Patterns may be my new best friend.  She doesn’t know that yet, ha!  But her post on how to copy – and improve the fit – of a favorite pair of jeans has me loving her forever.  She uses the rub-off method to make a pattern from an existing pair of jeans, without …

In time for Easter, I have found this great craft idea from 4 years ago. It stands the test of time! Better late than never!

Using old book pages, (I can’t see why newspaper wouldn’t do), you can make this wreath using simple steps. You will need to use store bought Easter eggs though, and I wish they had provided …

Natalia of Piece N Quilt has completed the quilting part of 3 quilts going to newborn triplets. The wee boys’ grandmother made the tops for Luke, Thomas, and Mason, then sent them out for quilting. Here’s a peek at Mason’s quilt (still needs a binding). Natalie’s Bubble pantograph pattern makes me think of bubble wrap. Such a fun design! Go …

These “Rainbow Felt Headband’s”  would be adorable for St Patrick’s Day on any age girl. Jodi Durr of “Meaningful Mama” is a wife and mother of three.  She created these headbands for her daughter’s birthday and she wanted each gift bags to contain a headband for each girl representing each color of the rainbow.  Jodi sure hit the mark with …

I don’t care much for sports, but I do love me some fabric!  FinnStyle has the type of March Madness I can get into.  Instead of basketball, it’s Marimekko fabric designs that are competing.  It’s Marimekko Madness!  They’ve put 16 of their most popular Marimekko designs into brackets.  You can submit your predictions and have to chance to win a $250 …

Not only can you use this homemade game to teach young kids the alphabet, you can use it to encourage older children to spell words. Anna was inspired to make this project when she got a great deal on a big box of ping-pongs. She enhanced the fun, and the learning, by also incorporating egg cartons into this game.

Learn …

Beth at Hungry Happenings is always sending us amazing creations. Whenever I am stuck for a creative recipe, I know I can find inspiration on her blog. The actual recipe and directions are featured on Tablespoons.com, but you can get there from Beth’s page too.

I think I’ll skip the real beer and take two of these. …

This Almond & Rosewater body lotion recipes creates a syrup that glides all over your skin. Using glycerin and Almond oil as it’s base there is no white cream based ingredients in it.  It looks fantastic in a bottle or jar as it’s clarity is pretty and crystal like. Full Recipe and tutorial here.…

This “Dance In The Rain” Printable is from Everything Etsy and it is super cute. This would be lovely in a little girls room or on Grandma’s shelf. Print it out on fabric and create an adorable bag or apron.

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Wiki  Source  “In some Native American cultures, a dreamcatcher (or dream catcher; Lakota: ihá?bla gmunka, Ojibwe: asabikeshiinh, the inanimate form of the word for “spider”^[1][2] or Ojibwe: bawaajige nagwaagan meaning “dream snare”^[2]) is a handmade object based on a willow hoop, on which is woven a loose net or web. The dreamcatcher is then decorated with sacred items such as feathers and beads.”

Love this …

Dana of “Made” has our year round gift giving covered with these very cool “Monogrammed Family Ornaments”!  We all love items with our letters on them.  Ornaments are not just for Christmas!  We all like personalized presents and show them off on a desk, a key fob, clothing and etc. Dana has a wonderful tutorial to follow.…

I am loving this faux pallet Easter bunny wall art by savedbylovecreations.com. Not only is it Easter/Bunny related, it is actually not using any pallets (of which I am quite sick of cmon’ everyone, let’s move on!).

So, if not using pallets, then what is it using? Popsicle Sticks

Get the full details here: Faux Pallet Easter Wall Art…

This is a lovely “Felt Hydrangea Flower” for spring and Easter decorations.  This tutorial is on “Useful DIY” and they are not telling the source of this tutorial, but there are plenty of pictures and a pattern for us to follow and I think we can figure out this project.  If anyone knows who created this, let me know.…

Becky from Patchwork Posse shares a free pattern for her Spring Chick softie.  The edges are left raw, and wings are sewn on with buttons.  You can make one from fabric scraps or even vintage linens.  She suggests making a couple to decorate a wreath.  They would also be cute perched in an Easter basket.  Go to Patchwork Posse to get the pattern.…

When you’re decorating a nursery, it can sometimes be difficult to find bedding in the right colors – especially if you’re using a non-traditional color palette.  (I know this from experience!  This happened to me when I was designing my daughter’s nursery!)  Amy from Peek-A-Boo Patterns shows how to make a fitted crib sheet.  With such a wide variety of cotton …

Why buy lots of patterned wrapping paper? Dress up some plain paper with stamps for some personalized gift wrap. Find out how over at the Tikkido blog.

-Heather…

Yes indeed, these are old school WORKING phones and the clever crafter dressed them up to look like poodles! I think they are just too cool! Pop on over to the blog Joanne’s J Spot to see the tutorial on how to make a recycled old phone into a cute new poodle phone.…

From today March 11^th and running through the 19^th both Silhouette Studio Designer Edition and Silhouette Connect will be 35% off!! In case you don’t know, Designer Edition is the MOST POWERFUL design system out there to help you achieve all your crafty needs.  Here are some key features:

o    Ability to open, manipulate, and cut .svg files…

If you like to (or must) sew and you also crochet, you’ll be pleased with the scrumptious pincushions in this collection by Cat Thomas.  Many of them are like tiny works of art and would brighten a desk, table, or shelf evAnden without the needles they are intended to hold.  And, for a huge change, there are far more crocheted …

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

I love the idea of style and function. What better way to show off your handy work then with a cross stitched phone cover. There are so many patterns out there and the price of the covers has come down considerably.

I love the color combo of this phone cover Rebecca at Hugs …

Polymer gets used to create dolls and the worlds for them. The stuff is perfect – details and colours and personality can all be captured in little faces. The artist can choose to make beautiful, realistic babies or fanciful villages of fairies or whimsical Easter bunnies. How can you not love the flexibility?

1. #ooak #original #oneofakind #handmade #fantasy #art …

We have a winner for the Needlework give away.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Comment #86, LESLIE! 

I am definitely a stitching goddess….I have a needle and thread in my hand whenever I possibly can. Enjoy all needlecrafts but especially embroidery

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Thank you to everyone who entered. This is just …

Caitlin of “Merry Thought” repurposed an old wool sweater into this stunning “MacBook Case” for us to make.  We can’t always find old sweaters with such awesome designs, but keep looking.  You are going to fall in love with Caitlin’s and I think it would make a cool bags.  She has a complete tutorial for us.  Thanks so much for …

Liz of “Say Yes” has this cute “Bunting Crayon Roll”! This idea came to her to pretty it up a bit by making the crayon pockets of felt into a bunting banner instead of the traditional straight pockets.  There is a complete step-by-step tutorial for you to recreate this cute crayon roll.  Thanks for sharing your neat project Liz.…

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