Doreen of Creative Meanderings composed this brooch from silk georgette, silk ribbon, buttons, and French knots. Contrasting and complementary textures that invite touch. Beautifully done. Go to her blog post to see a version of the image that you can … Read More...
Meet Aimee Ray
Enjoy an interview with Aimee Ray of Little Dear Tracks and Doodle Stitching fame. Bari of We Love French Knots posed some interesting questions, and Aimee’s answers are satisfying. She says, for example,
… Read More...There is something primitive and relaxing about
Blossoms of cast-on stitch
Every seam treatment on this crazy-quilt block is lovely. Of course! It was created by SharonB of Pin Tangle, so we’d expect nothing less. I especially love the little row of cast-on-stitch flowers. Wouldn’t they be precious around the … Read More...
Patchwork turtle illustration inspiring
Vivian’s way to create multiple ATCs
Vivian In Stitches made these Artist Trading Cards to exchange with some friends at the recent FAN (Fiber Art Network) retreat she attended in Naramada, BC. Her stitching is so durn pretty, I wish I was her friend. The best … Read More...
Technique: Fussy cutting fabric to isolate motif
This is a wonderful example of fussy cutting fabric to show off a motif. In this case it’s the cat in the center of Petra’s improvisational quilt block. Found on her blog Sew Paint Create.
Ta Dah!: Baby quilt for cousin’s girl
Mandy at One Girl’s Misadventures in Life and Handmade Pretties made this gorgeous baby quilt for her cousin expecting a girl. I’m digging the purple and blue colors she used, so different. Go HERE to see how she did it… Read More...
Felt Vampire Bat Napkin Ring Tutorial
This is a project that the kids could help you with for a Halloween get together. This tutorial is quick and fun for the entire family. The Vampire Bat Napkin Ring and tutorial is designed by Noreen Doll and posted … Read More...
Felt Schneeky Schnake tutorial
Holly of “Holloughby” blog lives in Hertfordshire in the UK. Holly is sharing her adorable snake tutorial with us, thanks Holly! What little child would not love this snake? For Halloween you could make a black one with yellow or … Read More...
Inspiration: Yesteryear Embroideries
Kathleen of Yesteryear Embroideries gives us a peek at her crazy quilt in progress. I love love love the wee flower vine with bitty seed-bead blooms. See more photos at her blog post.
Stitch In the New Year
Lovely Angel
Crochet Clouds: halloween braided cat ears tutorial
Tutorial for creating cat ears using your own hair and a pipe cleaner from Crochet Clouds.
Tip: Cool it before trimming
Mrs. Goodneedle at From the Strawberry Patch has figured out a cool tip that will help your quilt blocks come out accurately. She shares her secret on her blog.
Image credit: From the Strawberry Patch
Tutorial – How to Make a Candy Corn Stuffie
Sarah of “Wonderstrange Arts” designed and created this darling “Candy Corn Stuffie”. Sarah tells us how much she loves Halloween and I am happy she decided to create this darling tutorial. She not only has a downloadable template but has … Read More...
A close look at pateh
Hannah of enbrouderie gives us a look at another of Dr. Shiraz’s collection of international textiles–Iranian pateh. See all the lovely photos at her blog post.
Glass Fest at Pacific Art Glass this Weekend!
There was glass blowing and bead making and boro torchwork and vitrigraph…a big glass sale (ends tomorrow)! It must have been Glass Fest at Pacific Art Glass! It’s their once a year party and sale that brings enthusiasts and … Read More...
