Independent craft blog since 2007
Yarn market have turned knitting into creative footwear with these fun flip flops.
The pattern is free and uses Splash wool from crystal palace.
It has been assigned an “easy” level making it a fun project for newbies, especially teens … Read More...
Ok, so I first thought who doesn’t know how to use a needle threader and what’s the point of this article?
but then I realized my husband didn’t even know what it was let alone what it did.
Debbie Colgrove … Read More...
If you belong to one of those gyms that make you take your own yoga mat, or if you take your own yoga mat to the gym to avoid laying face down in someone else’s sweat then this is the… Read More...
How adorable are these bunny’s? They are actually Signature bunny’s that have been dressed up into cute little outfits.
You can get the free pattern from Craftbits.com
You will need:
Stuffing for filling
Calico
Large 2 inch pom pom
Embroidery … Read More...
Our Edible Crafts blog is looking for a new editor if you have experience with edible crafts and have a keen eye for
all the latest products and website updates then this part time position may be for you.
Edible … Read More...
Owning an antique sampler is a privilege. These pieces aren’t just embroidery — they’re personal history stitched into linen, often marking names, dates, alphabets, or family stories that have quietly survived for generations. Because of that, cleaning antique samplers needs … Read More...
2007 Celebration of Needlework Louisville, Kentucky held September 12 – 16
Check the schedule of classes as it’s posted for more details.
Pamper your creative self for 3 days surrounded by needleworkers
Shop the merchandise mall filled with quality vendors … Read More...
New Ideas in Goldwork by Tracy A. Franklin
ISBN 0-7134-8780-1
This book Lists different types of metal threads, their uses in both traditional gold work design and contemporary designs. Some beautiful pieces are colorfully displayed to inspire your creative talent. … Read More...
The 3rd “In search in Origins” International Symposium “Wool and Culture, 1500-1900” will be held at Historic Deerfield, Massachusetts on 13-16 September 2007.
The speakers will include RSN Archivist, Dr Lynn Hulse who will give a lecture on the crewelwork … Read More...
Crochetroo.etsy.com has some fun crochet patterns from Downunder
From kitchen kitsch patterns and Aussie NativeBirds
Check out the finished projects or the very inexpensive patterns to make your own.
August 11
Beverly, MA
“Wrought by Her Hand” – New England Samplers 1734-1884
Sponsored by the Beverly Historical Society & Museum at the John Cabot House, 117 Cabot St., Beverly, MA 01915. Featuring antique 18th and 19th century samplers from … Read More...
Pink Ribbons are popular with anyone involved in Breast Cancer Awareness, and I came across this pattern while seeking out some brooch ideas for our local support group.
Lenore English has published this pattern on her website making it free … Read More...
Embroidables have released their latest designs
for machine embroidery with a very cute birthday collection and diva animals.
Glen Harris is an embroidery digitizer for Outback Embroidery and is offering his designs at 30% off until August the 5th at the Secrets of Embroidery website. If 30% off is still not quite in your budget then check out … Read More...
Plastic canvas is not as popular as it used to be, but don’t think for one second there isn’t a whole world of Plastic Canvas Artists out there. If you would like to try your hand at plastic canvas then … Read More...
Esty.com has made some changes to their billing process and as a result all etsy store owners should
be aware of some of the errors which may come your credit cards way.
Check out the announcement on their website to … Read More...
With 4569 members this yahoo bath and body group is a great source of inspiration and support.
Bath and body is a group dedicated to new recipes, tips and ongoing advice for all levels of crafters and
if your having … Read More...
Indie Emporium is happening this October 26th/27th in beautiful downtown Tulsa. The show will feature the hippest craft vendors, a fashion show of all handmade clothing and accessories, make-and-take crafting stations, a fine arts gallery space, workshops and demos led … Read More...
Wire wrapping is a great way to add new textures and mediums to your jewelry making projects and with a little guidance its achievable even for the beginner.
Witty living has some easy to follow wire wrapping instructions to get … Read More...
Artbeads.com shows us how to make the perfect wire spiral with these full instructions.
Once you have it perfected check out this Spiral Wire Ring Project.