Jen is the “Librarian Tells All” as her blog name hints. She lives in Nashville, Tennessee and loves reading and music. She is an amateur interior design enthusiast with a passion for mixing modern, mid-century, and antique pieces on a … Read More...
DIY Geometric Coasters
Ciera hosts “Ciera Design” and is a graphic designer and blogger who loves photography, traveling, the color green, typography. She designed and created these stunning “DIY Geometric Coasters” that can be made in your desired colors and impress your guest. … Read More...
Marcelle Medallion + Instagram Quilt Along
Cindy of Hyacinth Quilt Designs shows us her progress on her Marcelle Medallion quilt block. I cannot wait to see more, I l-o-v-e her color and fabric choices. Have you seen this quilt block design on lots of blogs lately? … Read More...
Ta Dah!: Fractured Field Study 2
This is Marit’s first quilt-y finish for 2013. Calling it Fractured Field Study No. 2, she used some yummy Anna Maria Horner voile for the backing. See lots of photos of her gorgeous quilt and learn more about her … Read More...
Ta Dah!: Echo Star quilt
Here’s some eye candy for you on a Friday morning. Blair of Wise Craft made this quilt that she says started out as a painting. She’s working on getting a pattern made for it. Lucky us! Go HERE to see … Read More...
Maggie’s binding tip
Are you after the perfect finish for your quilted project? Alia of Coffeebean’s Dailies asked a friend (Maggie) over to show how she does binding for great results every time. Go HERE to get the tip.
Image credit: Coffeebean’s … Read More...
A New Twist
Portia has created several lovely necklaces using a simple to reproduce technique that combines two of my favorite things – crochet and beads! When I saw these, I knew I had to share. Her simple to follow pattern and … Read More...
Inspiration: Lamb on pieced background
Look at the little lamb on this pieced background. It’s precious! Chase of 1/4″ Mark said she finished the needlework while listening to Kiki’s Delivery Service. What do you listen to when you create? Go HERE to read more.… Read More...
How to Cre8time with a Little Help from Michaels
Since you’re reading a crafty blog, you probably know that March in National Craft Month. You might not know that the Craft Hobby Association has launched a new project, Cre8time, which is all about getting people to take time … Read More...
Event: Mini Quilt Swap
Mishka of Quilting Gallery announced today a new swap for quilters. The pattern is whatever the maker decides, so if you crave less structure for a swap, this may be the one for you. Called Dreaming of…..Spring, you’ll swap … Read More...
How to Make a Felt Illustration DIY
Dini hosts “Capungmungil Camp” blog spot and always has some very clever felting ideas for us. Today Dini will share us how to make a felt illustration and the one she is showing us is so bright and beckoning spring … Read More...
Free St Patrick’s Day Bead Tutorial
The generous folks over at Soda Lime Times, the great online magazine for the glass bead maker, are giving away a St. Patrick’s Day inspired glass bead tutorial by Leah Nietz of sandfireartglass.com. The bead is called the … Read More...
Whitework: Beautiful shadows
Chris Richards of Ella’s Craft Creations reminds us that the beauty of whitework lies in its texture. She says,
… Read More...I feel that textural pieces, really catch the eye and obviously which thread you use to accomplish it! In this piece
Bill in stitches
Nostalgia! When I was in high school, I got to see the musical Oliver! at our new, fancy theater with a huge screen and an awesome sound system. All of the actors were wonderful; but my favorites were Shani Wallis … Read More...
New art and a giveaway from Leonie
This is just a peek at an amazing work of fiber art by Leonie of Stitching with Attitude. Motivated by a challenge to create an artwork in any medium inspired by a science fiction novel, Leonie got her first … Read More...
Fire Station Party
My Friend Kate got invited to a 5 year old’s Fire Station Birthday. Lucky Girl. This party is small, and packed with thoughtful touches. Like matchstick snacks.
How clever!
And the whole think is all the more beautiful as captured … Read More...
Works in progress – my short list
Here are my three favorite projects I found today at WIP Wednesday hosted by Freshly Pieced. Grab a cuppa and pick yours.
Kelli at Seriously..I Think it Needs Stitches made this large pieced hexie. She plans to make it … Read More...
St. Paddy’s no-sew felt vest
This cute tutorial and pattern for this “St. Paddy’s no-sew felt vest” can be found on “Craft ‘n Things” by “Rebecca Spohn”! Everyone at the St. Paddy’s parade will be (GREEN) with envy if you make these adorable no-sew vests … Read More...
Honoring old and new needles in Tokyo
Angela of Sake’ Puppets made this needle keeper as a proper place to store her beloved sewing needles. I love that she made a pocket in the back for the prettily packaged ones. This, after attending a Harikuyou Needle Festival … Read More...
12 Unique Wedding Ideas for 2013
If you’re looking for new ways to add custom details to your wedding be sure to visit this roundup of unique ideas at Austin Wedding Blog! From dresses to footwear to flowers, cakes, and more, you’ll find tons of … Read More...