Sunday, August 12, 2007 from 2 – 6 pm @ Stitch Lounge,
182 Gough St., San Francisco, CA.

This crafty event will feature a variety of activities & demos including clothing customization & embellishment, jewelry-making and delicious cupcakes to … Read More...

Lush is a luxurious bath and body store that will draw you in just with the aroma flowing out the door. Unfortunately Lush is not in everyone’s price range and as a result recipes are sort out all over the … Read More...

This alligator sewing kit is pretty cute and with the free instructions you are just some felt away from making this little hand snapping alligator.

It’s ok to admit you might need a little help when it comes to beading and all it’s associated terminology. This idiots guide which is available all over the internet is a great encyclopedia to have on hand.

Pickled bums did you say ? yummy? I think not, these pickled bums are made from stockings and fiber fill to create a very cute rosey cheeked bottom.  For a fun variation add pot pourri for “Smelly Bums” or sand … Read More...

 

Sew Trendy is brought to you by the home sewing Association and is a great starting point for your sewing teen.

The Sew Trendy program involves select high schools and their communities in a year long sewing and design … Read More...

Learn how to make this cute teddy bear using the free teddy bear pattern at craftbits.com

Pip the teddy bear was designed by Pauline McArthur of
www.funkyfriendsfactory.com

Call it jealousy but after looking at these Sewing rooms from Behind the Seams all I could think of was how Over the top (OTT) these rooms were. Firstly my craft room never ever looks that neat and I am … Read More...

This button necklace is a great design piece that will definitely create some conversation.

You will need a serger with a cording foot to be able to complete this project.

Debbie Colgrove has a free pattern for making your own wallet. Buy picking up some funky retro prints your bound to have a purse everyone will love. Try this supercool wallet pattern out at Craftbits.com too or if choosing … Read More...

I am not into star wars but I am reassured that this hammer head sock doll pattern is “Super Duper Cool” and it’s super duper free too.
If your like me and not really into the whole sci-fi thing then … Read More...

After a bored weekend Gerrijo decided to create this felt   bento box . The bento box that keeps on giving.

It’s sure looks like it was lot’s of fun to make.  If all this talk about bento boxes has … Read More...

Running out of things to sew? then how about a 40″ ball for Fido? Ok you could also make

this for the kid’s too but that wouldn’t make this post half as interesting.

Obviously is Fido is more of … Read More...

Totally Stichin has this fun and fashionable handbag pattern made from an old sweater.  You can download the pattern for free but you will need a PDF reader.

Carol Duvall has a quick sewing organizer made from placemats.

You will need

esealable plastic bags
fabric
24″ cording
fabric marking pen
two 3/8″ diameter grommets
grommet setter
2 hook and loop fasteners
2 double-sided fabric placemats
1-1/2″ x 5″ … Read More...

This adorable cactus pin cushion is a fun and practical way to keep your pins tidy.

and Craftbits.com has free instructions on how to make it.

Film Canisters — Well, there used to be a time when we all had them to spare and they were a popular topic on recycled messageboards all around the place, but what happens now that people are going digital? You … Read More...

Neckties to G-strings I am not sure what’s more disturbing

about this craft the overall design or just how uncomfortable they look.

I am not sure if they will inspire your creative talents or repulse your senses.