Janet Granger used half-cone sticks to create the needlelace flowers on this bag. In response to reader inquiries, she’s done some research and put together a list of sources for these needlework tools. What a nice thing to do. See … Read More...
How to tat butterfly antennae
Jane Eborall has come up with a new way to tat butterfly antennae–simple and charming. See her tute.
Make wall art from old denim
Kathy of Just Crafty Enough remodeled her bathroom with gorgeous glass tile in shades of blue that reminded her of fading denim. So when she created some wall art for the bath, of course she came up with a project … Read More...
How to make fabric labels
Andrea of Tizzy Crafts has a lot of experience creating fabric labels for her handmade goods. She’s sharing what she’s learned about what works and what doesn’t. See her post. And bookmark her blog–she says further experiments are in … Read More...
Kittykill is super!
Pam Pederson (aka Kittykill) received this awesome gift handmade by her friend Tara (aka The Mistress T). Her superhero cape is reversible: By day, she is The Cupcake Cowgirl. But at happy hour she becomes The Tiki Terror! Adorable and … Read More...
New from RSN: ‘Whitework’
The Royal School of Needlework announces the release of a new stitch guide, Whitework. The shop listing says,
… Read More...Lizzy Lansberry, Graduate Apprentice and tutor at the RSN, shows you how to create stunning embroideries using traditional whitework techniques. The
Tutorial: Sewing a journal cover
Kathy Shaw (Shawkl) completes her crazy-quilted journal tutorial with instructions for assembling the cover. See her tute.
How to read a thread label
Kreinik demystifies thread labels with a handy key. Check it out.
Make a bag to store your lids
If you do home canning or you know someone who does, then you know the jar-lid rings tend to proliferate and are hard to keep organized. Laura Bray came up with a smart and cute solution: This little drawstring bag … Read More...
Tutorial: Finishing an ornament
Embroidery expert Ruth O’Leary steps us through her process for finishing small ornaments. See her tute.
Pattern and tutorial: Penguin baby
Amy of LucyKate Crafts winds up her series of patterns and tutorials for penguin dolls with this precious baby. Go to her blog post to learn how to make him. And browse back through her posts to find out … Read More...
Tutorial: Stacked dimpled split ring
Crazy Mom (Crazy Mom Tats!) steps us through her technique for tatting the stacked dimpled split ring. If you missed her class at Palmetto Tat Days 2011, this is a great way to learn the basics. Then follow her link … Read More...
A year of Tudors by Deri
Deri has posted a retrospective of her entire Tudor Project. Just try to look at this series of exquisite little art dolls without saying “Oh. My. Gawd.” at least once. See Deri’s post.
Inspiration: Sharon B
The perfect composition, rich ribbon embroidery, and beaded details of this entry in the Crazy-Quilt Journal Project absolutely take my breath away. The block is by the incomparable Sharon B of Australia. Go to the post for an image you … Read More...
Tutorial: Embroidered clock
Bobbypin Bandit posted a tutorial on Feeling Stitchy for creating this awesome embroidered clock. You could substitute another theme. But “happy hour” works just fine for me! See the tute.
A firsthand look at Ecole Lesage
Shirlee Fassell of Needle and Hook has been in Paris taking a course in lesage embroidery at Ecole Lesage. What an incredible experience! You’ll enjoy her account and the photos of her practice pieces. Go to her post.
Win ‘Sew Embellished’
Cheryl of Fiber Art and Quilting is giving away a copy of Cheryl Lynch’s Sew Embellished. Go to her blog post to enter before July 20.
Tutorials: Felt Christmas ornaments
Deborah Schlegel of Art Threads is celebrating Christmas in July with tutorials for two adorable felt-applique ornaments. Stitch them now to get a jump on the season. See her tutes.
Proud pinner
I confess: I’m addicted to Pinterest. You, too? Someone you know? If so, you’ll appreciate these clever little embroideries created by Sheila of Sew Faithful. Her 4″ hoops incorporate repurposed linen, so they’re sort of green as well. Check out … Read More...
Stitch a 3D butterfly
Stumpwork maven Arlene White shows us how to create gorgeous dimensional butterflies. Go to her blog post to download free tutorials for the butterfly and the stitches used to create it.
Looking for books on Stumpwork Embroidery
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