Sometimes, I just go over to MimiLove‘s blog and hang out. Looking at her stuff always makes me happy. Mimi’s canvases combine painting, embroidery, and humor in an utterly unique and fascinating way. Go to her blog and treat … Read More...
Best-ever tatting
Heather of Tatted Treasures invited her readers to share their best-ever tatting. You’ll enjoy seeing the submissions, like this tatted bouquet by Alma of Two Shuttles. See Heather’s post.
Grizzly bear trophy
This faux taxidermy cracks me up. That’s all. It’s by Bree of Anatomically Incorrect Creatures. Go to her blog post.
Tutorial – How To Make Your Neckline Bigger
By cutting a steek and adding a hook and eye closure, you can easily make your necklines a bit larger.
Knitting.About.Com shows you how, HERE
Hang Your Glass Nesting Standoffs
I went over to the Hang Your Glass web site to get the glue application instructions and found a new product that looks very cool. They’re nesting stand offs. What that means is that you attach a stand off to … Read More...
Gingerbread Typewriter
Make a note, those who know me, this is the cake I would like for any extra special birthday or occasion or just because that I have coming my way. Scattered letters and all. Totally edible and made of gingerbread, … Read More...
Gingerbread Cookie Wreath
Here’s a fun wreath to make for the holidays! Inspired by a martha Stewart design this adaptation is totally adorable and very festive. Get the how to from Saving 4 Six: Gingerbread Cookie Wreath.
Inspiration: Racaire
Racaire of Racaire’s Embroidery & Needlework has done a couple of gorgeous needlebooks lately using Klosterstitch. See more at her posts Queen and We Have Dragons. Browse her blog for more information about Klosterstitch.
Totally. Love. These – From Vickie Howell’s Sheep(ish)!
I totally HEART the funky colors.
I LOVE the abstract design, and wrist warmers are the new sliced bread as far as I’m concerned.
So put them together with Vickie Howell’s Sheep(ish) yarn and you’ve got perfection. The only thing
… Read More...Knitter’s Brewing Company is Doing Another Mystery Sock Knit-Along!
They’re doing it again! Mystery Sock Knit-Along IV is scheduled to start on 1.13.12. This year’s theme is Lucky Charms.
I’ve done these before and they are fun, the idea of not having a clue what you’re knitting until it’s … Read More...
Mystery Sock IV Knit-Along, Starting Soon at the Knitter’s Brewing Company!
Fabric Swatch: Shalom Hanukkah
From the Judaica collection from Michael Miller Fabrics. Love it.
Free pattern: Carousel Crib quilt
Currently, this *Carousel Crib quilt pattern is free to download when you sign up for Quiltmaker magazine’s eNewsletter. The quilt finishes 36″ x 36″ and is super easy – it’s one block blown up. Go HERE to get yours.… Read More...
Gracie gets her own quilt
Blair from Wisecraft made this charming quilt for Gracie. Who you say is Gracie? Her cat. Go HERE to read more.
Maddy Laine’s Newest Pattern – Topper Special Request
First released in girl’s sizes, this much requested pattern has now been modified for adults.
Written in 6 sizes, it is moss stitch throughout in worsted weight.
This looks like something that would be a really nice spring knit. Maybe … Read More...
Knit Handy – Interweave’s New Iphone App!
Knit Handy – Easy Yarn Calculator.
Simple! Decide whether you want Metric or American, select a project type, choose gauge and size and wa-la! Your yarn amount is calculated. But, there’s more.
Are you a newbie? This little app has … Read More...
Felt Lollipop Christmas Ornament tutorial
These sweet little lollipops by Rachel of “Lines across My Face” are so darling. They would also make wonderful gift toppers. Pick your colors and go to town with these and have and awesome lollipop Christmas tree. Rachel has a … Read More...
For stitchy chess players
Sue of Stash Books Blog was inspired by a fabric checkerboard pattern to create this stunning chess set for stitchers. Brilliant! Go to her blog post to see lots more views. The chess pieces–made of notions–are fabulous!
Panel: Goodnight Moon
Panel – Goodnight Moon by Quilting Treasures. Found at Fabric.com. The book Goodnight Moon by Margaret Wise Brown was one of my daughter’s favorite night-time books.
Panel: Wee Folks by Ingrid Slyder
Panel – Wee Folks by Ingrid Slyder for Moda. Found at Fabric.com. These gnomes rock!