Facile Cecile gives me joy. That is all. See her latest stitchery.
One lucky year
I’m a bit sad to report that Lucky Jackson‘s project, 365 Lucky Days, is now complete. A hoop a day for a year. Incredible. But while this adventure may have drawn to a close, you know we haven’t seen … Read More...
New Iridescent Effects Class at Bullseye Portland
Here’s a fresh new class up at Bullseye Portland that shows some of the tricks of iridescent glass. Do you love the shimmer and shine but don’t know what to do with it. I think this class is for you. … Read More...
Felt Bat Mask Pattern and Template
Susan hosts her blog “Living with Punks” and is the Mama to 3 little punks and a wife. She loves to create and inspire others to do the same. I am sure she will inspire you today with her awesome … Read More...
My Fair Wedding Giveaway Winner!
Thanks to everyone who entered the My Fair Wedding book giveaway! The winner of the book is:
#28 Karen Rodriguez
I am getting married after having 5 girls. we are trying to have a very nice wedding and cut corners. … Read More...
Homune Table by Michael Young
I was introduced to a really cool design web site called contemporist.com and I have to say, I love what I see. First newsletter to me and I get this amazing table made by Michael Young, a British designer … Read More...
Leather Fringed Wool Wrap DIY Video
This glamorous Leather Fringed Wool Wrap was featured on the Martha Stewart show created by “TV crafter Kristin St. Clair”! This is a no-sew wrap that’s sure to warm you up on cool winter nights with a how-to video showing … Read More...
Humor: Why quilters smoke 3 packs a day
Ginger at wdt (wienerdog tricks) made me laugh out loud. Go read her post: I Know Why Quilters Smoke and you will too!!!
Image credit: wdt
Fondue for One Party Favors
A Subtle Revery shares how to create possibly the best party favor ever – miniature fondue pots for one, powered by a tea light and a match. See more shots of their genius work here.
found via Dollar Store … Read More...
How to Make a Halloween Felt Bat Appliqué Pillow
This tutorial for Felt Bat Appliqué Pillow is on the HGTV site although the actual project creator hosts “Mustard Seed Interiors”! Over the past ten years, Marian, aka “Miss Mustard Seed” has transformed blank walls, thrift store finds, … Read More...
If You Liked Those Earrings…….
Then you’ll love this nifty bracelet from the same crafty crocheter. This must be the simplest crochet project ever! You’ll have one worked up in no time. If you don’t have an old bracelet to crochet over, try some … Read More...
50 Best Bird Wedding Ideas
{Image via Waterbirds}
I keep reading everywhere that birds are one of the top trends for weddings in 2013! Emmaline Bride shares 50 fab ideas for bird-themed weddings here and here. Prepare to be inspired!
Rulers and mats not true, oh my!
Amy at Badskirt says she’s been frustrated with her sewing. Seems things have not been matching up right. Smartly, she took time out to test her rulers and self healing mat. Go to her blog post to see what she … Read More...
Halloween Felt Trick-or-Treat Tote DIY
This is the cutest project from Country Living. The instructions are easy and your child will have a one-of-a-kind Trick-or-Treat Tote. Get over to Country Living and check out all their holiday crafts.
A family portrait in stitch
Leonie of Stitching with Attitude shares photos and the backstory of Trinity, an exceptional crazy quilt that documents and celebrates three generations of women in her family. Her choices and techniques for the composition are lovely; but even if you’re … Read More...
Sewing Tuesday: Stranded stuffie felt starfish Tutorial
Holly the host of “holloughby” was walking her dog on the beach in the UK when she came across a large deceased Starfish. She felt sad and hoped the Starfish died of old age and left behind many other grandchildren … Read More...
James Lethbridge – Glass Artist
We can thank Daily Art Muse for bringing James Lethbridge to our attention. He’s a glass artist that combines glass blowing with flameworking to create really lovely sculptures and lighting. He’s based in the UK and was originally a ceramicist. … Read More...
Washi Tea Light
See how A Merry Misap turned plain tea lights into expensive-looking home accessories with a bit of washi tape.
Fall Fabric Leaves {a Tutorial}
Nature supplies us with stunning colors in the fall and we love to use her as an example and then take the beauty one step farther. Trish hosts “Uncommon” along with her sister-in-law Bonnie share their love of sewing, decorating, … Read More...
Wayne Strattman – Glass Artist
The Glass Quarterly Hot Sheet always has really interesting stories about interesting artists. Glass artists making fine art. Love that. So here they’re asking three questions to Wayne Strattman about what he’s up to. I love the picture of him … Read More...
