First impression of this block by Cyra L of New Zealand for the Crazy Quilt Journal Project: sweet simplicity, great color combination. But the design is so intrinsically interesting and dynamic, a first impression is not enough. It cleverly propels … Read More...
Ruth’s white horse
Embroidery artist Ruth O’Leary just completed this gorgeous Celtic horse, a commissioned piece. You can scroll through her blog to see the project develop and get lots of insight into her design and technique choices. Go to the last post … Read More...
Casting a Glass Han Solo – Thanks Instructables
Fans of Star Wars will like this tutorial. It’s to make a cast glass Hans Solo trapped in that stuff he gets trapped in…you know what I’m talking about. Anyway, this is from the web site Instructables and the tutorial … Read More...
Heller Gallery – New York City
Yesterday I wrote about Tom Patti, a wonderful and extremely talented glass artist. He’s represented by Heller Gallery in New York City. When I went over to their web site I saw that they specialize in glass and thought how … Read More...
Creepy-Crawly Spider Crafts for Halloween Spider Tote tutorial
We all know if you have raised boys that they are creepy about their trick or treat bags. I think this one will be acceptable for boys and girls alike. The plain canvas bags can be bought in most craft … Read More...
Tom Patti – Glass Artist
I’m loving this guy’s work. Tom Patti. Saw a picture that someone had pinned and had to check him out. He’s an artist and designer and a glass innovator. Gotta love it. Looking through his web site is awe … Read More...
How to find time to craft! & a “Flowery felt coaster tutorial”
Raphaële hosts “La Creature and you” and offers some good advice “How to find time to craft”! She also has this sweet “Flowery felt coaster tutorial” for you. Raphaële is a French Dubliner: she has been living in Dublin, Ireland … Read More...
Two great ways to learn from Susan Elliott
Great news! Susan Elliott (Plays with Needles) will offer her popular online class, Harikuyo Needlebook, again this fall. Here’s your chance to learn from the expert and join this sweet tradition. Go to her blog post for details and lots … Read More...
Intro to Chicken Scratch Embroidery
If you’re unfamiliar with chickenscratch embroidery — patterned stitching on gingham — you can learn the basics from Laurie Latour‘s guest post on Needle ‘n’ Thread. If you’re already a chickenscratch lover, you will groove on all the awesome … Read More...
3D Art for your Home – My Modern Met
For those who favor the art side of crafting, check out these crazy pieces of 3D artwork done on wood floors. I think I’d be terrified every time I walked through the Alligator room. What do you think? Is 3D … Read More...
Bel Borba – Mosaic Artist
A friend sent me a link to a trailer for a movie about mosaic artist Bel Borba. He’s a bit of a street artist that puts up mosaic art. Beautiful, fun, colorful mosaics. The trailer is for a documentary about … Read More...
{Mood Board} Gold Rush
A bit of sparkle, a splash of bold fuchsia, and an abundance of luxe gold: so much to love about this vibrant mood board featured at Limn & Lovely!
Inspiration: Wilma Van W
I love this block by Wilma Van W of the Netherlands for its apt application of novelty fabrics to create a seascape. Go to the Crazy-Quilt Journal Project post for an image you can click to enlarge. In the … Read More...
See and hear Karen in action
Karen Ruane has posted a new video intended to help us understand why images of her recent work have looked so similar. The upshot, however, is a glimpse into her improvisational style of design (improvised does not equal random… Read More...
Newsy: QSMASBC 2013 calendar is out!
The 2013 Quilter’s Shirtless Man & Spicy Burrito calendar is out and I cannot wait to get my hands on one – the calendar not the man! No joke, these guys on the cover are hot! We owe a big … Read More...
Dustin Yellin at the Intercourse
Have a written about Dustin Yellin? I should have if I haven’t already. His work is awesome. And his new show at the Intercourse is jaw droppingly cool. I’m not exactly sure if he’s fusing or laminating or both … Read More...
Felt Bunting for Halloween Tutorial
Ramya the host of “ArtPlatter” has discovered her blog has become an important part of her life. She is now experimenting with different crafts, whatever she interests her and what she feels her readers would find useful. Today she is … Read More...
Teal Treats for Ovarian Cancer Awareness
Beautiful color for yummy treats for a wonderful cause. These teal sweets are in honor of September’s Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month. For more information visit WhyTeal.org, brought to us by Sugarkissed.net , where you’ll find the recipe for brownies … Read More...
Embroidery projects large and small
Rachael of Imagine Gnats took the Embroidery: Resized online course offered by our beloved Mollie of Wild Olive, and now she’s showing off all the awesome projects she completed. There is some severe cuteness here to be enjoyed. Check it … Read More...
Felt Red Lip Earrings by Savannah Starr, Video Tutorial
In this video tutorial, Savannah Starr shows us how to transform a water bottle into fashion forward earrings featuring red felt lips. Inspired by a BeBe fashion ad, Savannah added her own creative twist to black and white earrings with … Read More...