I found this quilt in the auction house catalog of Pook and Pook. Made by Pennsylvania Mennonites in the 19th century, it recently sold for $4503 USD. The color scheme is unique mixing pinks, blues and golds. The two narrow … Read More...
Inspiration: Gerry H
Gerry H of Colorado commemorated the state of Arizona with this block for the Crazy Quilt Journal Project. There is so much to love here, whether or not you’re from Arizona. I especially love the variety of seam treatments used … Read More...
Save your sneakers
Catherine McEver of Stuff You Can’t Have did more than salvage her tennis shoes when she mended them with boro stitching. By adding this traditional Japanese needlework to her kicks, she transformed them into art. See lots more photos at … Read More...
A beautiful CQ finish
Gerry Krueger of Older Rose has assembled her 12 blocks for the Crazy Quilt Journal Project 2012 into a book about her beloved dog Morris. Brilliant. Go to her blog post to see lots of views that you can click … Read More...
Mustache fabric and ‘The Mustache’ store
Such cute mustacheness, this fabric swatch brightened my morning. It’s part of the Menswear fabric collection by Timeless Treasures. On a personal note, I recently popped in to The Mustache store in Fayetteville, Arkansas while taking in the holiday lights … Read More...
Molly’s Sketchbook: Felt Christmas Tree Pins (tutorial)
I love these little trees and would like to take some for all the ladies and girls and hand them out at our Christmas Eve Celebration at my daughter’s this year! “Yippy”, I don’t have to have 20 + people … Read More...
Painter’s Palette Wedding
This gorgeous floral wall is just one of the stunning details to amaze you in a Painter’s Palette Wedding featured at Green Wedding Shoes! Be sure to scroll through the entire post to see the hand-painted cake and other … Read More...
Art into Business – Anne Nye for D&L Art Glass
Business doesn’t come up much in my postings but D&L Art Glass has started this series with Anne Nye and it seems like a good thing to share with all of you. I personally make art for a living…for some … Read More...
What to do with a pretty button
Perhaps, like me, you lust for the luxe hand-painted mother-of-pearl buttons by Gerry Krueger of Older Rose, but you’re not sure how to use them to greatest advantage. Gerry shows several excellent applications of her beautiful work, including this gorgeous … Read More...
DIY Wooden Ring Bearer Box
For a fun twist on the traditional ring bearer pillow, check out this tutorial at The Knotty Bride for a personalized alternative. A wooden ring box with the couple’s initials provides a safe method for transporting the rings down the … Read More...
Felt Hot Cup of Cocoa Ornament Tutorial
Beverly of “Flamingo Toes” has is clever hot Cocoa cup with marshmallows to deck out you Christmas tree; her Felt Hot Cocoa Ornament tutorial for you to create in any color you fancy, but I think the marshmallows should remain … Read More...
Inspiration: Joy McC
This block makes me so happy. I love the little kitteh button at the center, the cluster of white daisies trying to outgrow a corner, the ribbon tulips, the beaded snapdragons…Oh, heck! I love it all! Joy McC of New … Read More...
Video: Inside Hand & Lock
Hand & Lock, founded in 1767, is the longest-established embroidery workroom in the world. Wouldn’t you love to peek inside their doors? You can! See the new video tour.
A quilt that outgrew baby
Tricia Royal of Bits and Bobbins explains this quilt started out as a baby quilt but grew into an adult throw, finding a home with her brother. Lucky bro. A crisp looking design, this Blocks in a Box quilt rocks. … Read More...
The Passing of Boyce Lundstrom
Boyce Lundstrom was one of the founding members of Bullseye Glass and today while I was checking out the Paragon Kiln newsletter they mentioned his passing. I’ve never encountered him but have heard some interesting stories and the fact that … Read More...
Improv Wool Quilt on Blair’s wish list
Sherri Lynn Wood of Daintytime Etsy made this quilt and describes it in her product description this way,
… Read More...The pattern is an improvisational riff off the [ ] symbol…This quilt took 65 hours and 20 years of experience to complete.
Kiln Pointers From Paragon Kilns
It’s that time again for the Kiln Pointers newsletter from Paragon. There is always useful information regarding glass and kilns such as checking glass with Polarizing filters for compatibility. There’s also stories about the construction Paragon is doing at it’s … Read More...
Felt Snowman Bag Pattern and Tutorial
Crafts ’n things Craft of the Day has this cozy tote by Mary Ayres, perfect for all your little basics or a very special gift bag. It’s easy to make with their tutorial and printable snowman pattern. Pick the … Read More...
3 Stunning felt Christmas trees tutorial!
Gail at Purple Hues and Me created these amazing set of Christmas trees she had seen at Horchow for $265.00 and they were posted on ‘Knock off Décor” and you can find her tutorial on her blog Purple Hues and … Read More...
DIY PInecone Seating or Escort Card Holders
Mini pine cones are the perfect holder for seating or escort cards at a winter wedding. Learn how to make this very simple but charming project at Merry Brides.
Looking for more DIY Wedding Favor ideas? Check these out. … Read More...