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Tutorial: Hook and Eye

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hook and eyeBeading Daily posted two free wire projects.  I like the one pictured here.  They use rubber tubing and wire to create a home-made hook and eye clasp.

Instructions are included, and I really like the look of this clasp – would be great with some chunky, funky beads.

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spiralThese rockin spiral earrings are the brainchild and handwork of Heather, The Tarnished Tatter. She says, “I used the method of encapsulating a ring to do it on wire then curled the wire on a dowel rod.” Brilliant! See more on Heather’s blog.

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lilacThis beautiful block is the latest in Allison Aller’s adaptation of a vintage CQ-flower quilt design. She says,

These are little angelina flowers made into a lilac spray. The leaves are of wool and silk felted onto cotton, with the beads added to the outlining buttonhole stitch.

Beautiful! Enjoy the entire series on Allie’s blog, Allie’s in Stitches.

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Get instructions from the Crop Mom website on transforming puzzle pieces into this adorable mini album. Click here to go to tutorial.

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martha stewart The craft project of the day on Martha Stewart are these lovely jade and ribbon necklaces.   They are super easy to make and a nice way to make a full length necklace with only one strand of beads, which as you know is not always enough to do so.

Also nice about the tutorial is that they give links to…

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pinsLisa of Ivory Blush Roses has outdone herself with these gorgeous little felt brooches. She applies just the right amount of CQ and beading embellishment. I want to study them closely and touch them — my criteria for what makes embroidery outstanding. Wouldn’t these make marvelous stocking stuffers or even attachments to seasonal greeting cards! Read more about this project on Lisa’s blog.

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Wendy McKeehan and the Designer Digitals team have just released this new e-book featuring 48 layouts showcasing the use of Designer Digitals frames. The book is available in PDF format for download and costs $9.99. Click here to purchase

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Get more inspiration from her gallery and blog.

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by little hands – Written By Elyse Rosati

ISBN-10: 1425186025 RRP $23.95

This wonderful little book was sent to me for review by Elyse as I have a 2 year old girl that loves to craft.

This book is designed to inspire parents and caregivers with pre-schooler projects that are perfect for gift giving.

These 26 projects will not only give you projects to complete…

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couchingHere’s a beautiful stitch combo that practically demands to be used on your holiday projects. Imagine this sparkly couching in all golds or soft greens around the edge of a tree skirt or the cuff of a handmade stocking. SharonB gets the credit. See the details on her blog, Pin Tangle.

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Learn how to make rolled paper flowers in this tutorial by Tia Bennett on the Creating Keepsakes blog. Click here to go to tutorial.

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flakeJon Yusoff shares her original pattern for this tatted Featherline Snowflake on Jon’s Tatting Patterns. Get the pattern.

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toothSally Kerson of Tat’s Heaven is sharing her original pattern for these Tooth Brush Earrings. I’m not telling you why they’re called that. Go to the blog post to find out and see the pattern.

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cqmagThe October issue of CQMagOnline is live! Remember, this amazing e-zine is free! Expect all the usual creative, educational content. Plus: Get a look at the 2010 ArtBra Calendar. Go to the zine.

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stamp If you like to work in several different mediums, including polymer clay and fabric, then you’ll definitely want to check out this tutorial on the Daisy Yellow blog for making stamps with polymer clay!

Click here to check it out!

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1000cakesA new book, 1000 Ideas for Decorating Cakes, Cupcakes and Cookies by Sandra Salamony and Gina Brown will be published next year by Quarry Books, and your submissions are requested for possible inclusion! This is a great opportunity for bakers to…

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Just in time for Halloween, Corvus Tristis brings us this tutorial for an eyeball cane!

Click here to go to her blog and check out the spooky fun!

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 fluttersleevedressAshley from Smashed Peas and Carrots created this flutter-sleeve dress for her daughter.  It’s made from fleece, so it’s practical for the cold winter months.  Not only did she create a tutorial showing how she made this little dress, she’s also giving…

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scrapmagnetsAyumills from Pink Penguin shows how to make these patchwork magnets from scrap fabrics.  Put together your favorite little scraps and make yourself a fridge full of fabric love.  Go to the tutorial.

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buttonbadgeMargaret from Resurrection Fern shows how to make this fun fabric badge.  The center is a fabric-covered button.  This project makes use of small pieces of fabric, so pull out that scrap bin and make up a batch of button badges! …

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blanketstitchThreads Magazine shows how to make a blanket stitch.  Use this stitch as a decorative edge stitch or to finish the edges of an applique.  Go to the tutorial.

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Sweet Bones

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bonesWhat a clever, easy idea from epicurious: mini bones made from white chocolate, pretzels and mini marshmallows. That’s it. 3 ingredients. Find the how-tos HERE.

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easypincushionThese pretty little pincushions by Some Art Mama are so simple to sew, they can be made with just 4 seams.  You can find out how to make them at her blog, Some Art Talk.  Go to the tutorial.

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shirttodressChristina from 3 Sweet P’s shows how you can make this pretty dress just by adding some fabric to the bottom of a t-shirt.  I’m loving the dropwaist tiered skirt!  Go to the tutorial.

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mosaic(1) Egypte scarabé from Accueil
(2) Daisy Trellis Border from Connie G. Barwick of About.com
(3) Mes dessous Chics from Cachounette
(4) Kitty in a hot air balloon from Happy Threads
(5) Petites feuilles from Val’ en croix
(6) Geranium from Happy Threads
(7) MatriochKalsacienne from Le blog de Vick
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