It is nice to find wonderful new felting friends that enjoy sharing their talents with us. Rachel of “lines across my face” has is stunning “Fall Felt Flower Centerpiece Tutorial” for us to make. I should say there are two … Read More...
Pateh embroidery from Iran
Hannah of enbrouderie introduces us to pateh embroidery, a traditional Iranian form and, in this case, a traditional motif–the cypress tree. See more photos and learn more of the story at Hannah’s blog post.
Molly’s Sketchbook: Felt Apple Coasters
Now that the apples are in the farmer markets; why not make “Molly’s Sketchbook: Felt Apple Coasters from Purl Bee” to place your frosty or hot cider drinks on. Make one or all of her versions, they are so adorable. … Read More...
Intermediate Boot Camp @ Helios Glass!!
One week is all it takes…and you can learn so much about glass. It’s Intermediate Boot Camp over at Helios Glass in Austin, TX. Book your week in Texas. It’s October 3-7 and you will take your kiln forming skills … Read More...
Giveaway: Quilting Arts Gifts magazine
Kelly at I have A Notion is giving away a copy of this magazine, Quilting Arts Gifts. Click HERE to get on over there and enter.
Pretty Orange Console
Isn’t this striking? The color of this console makeover is so fresh and beautiful I knew I had to share it with you. Head over to Natty by Design to see her before and after of this Pretty Orange Console… Read More...
Tutorial: Canvas Art Quilt
Andie Johnson Sews started with a piece of large scale fabric and with a few simple tools and materials turned it into a stunning piece of art. Find out how she did it, get the tutorial.
Japanese influences on fashion
Shan Shan of tinytoadstool lets us peek over her shoulder at a book documenting the Japonism in Fashion exhibition of 1996 in Tokyo. She says, “The exhibition…captured influence of the Japanese culture that affected culture art of Europe from the … Read More...
Stitch some tiny ornaments
Check out these clever mini-ornaments by Pinta. Although she doesn’t share her technique with us, I think any experienced needleworker could adapt the idea for package tie-ons and tree decorations. See more photos at her post.
Inspiration: tinctory
I continue to be fascinated by the smocked necklaces created by Eva of tinctory. Textural, earthy, and above all original. See lots more of them at her blog post.
Tutorial: Farm Fresh quilt
Sara from Sew Sweetness made this delightful picnic quilt with appliqued fruit and the quilt as you go method. Click HERE to go to the tutorial.
Mini Greenhouse from Old Windows
Ohhh! I’m really loving this greenhouse made from old windows, how fun and chic! We will be replacing our old windows soon, so I may have to follow her lead on this. Check out Design Dreams by Anne to see … Read More...
Felt and ribbon cupcake gift boxes tutorials
What a stunning statement these gifts boxes would make for any occasion when you are presenting a small gift. I love them all. Heidi of “SEW.CRAFT.CREATE” is sharing her tutorial with us and I want to thanks her for her … Read More...
DIY Watercolor Bridesmaid Cards
Sarah Montes designed beautiful watercolor cards for inviting someone to be your bridesmaid! A step by step tutorial can be found at Glamour & Grace including free downloads for the card design and envelope template.
Mason Jar Candle Centerpiece
I definitely have a thing for mason jars, so I was utterly smitten by this stunning centerpiece featuring dozens of gleaming mason jars with candles! Get all the details at Emmaline Bride. So romantic and ideal for a cozy … Read More...
Easy Ornament Frames
Inspiration: Jane LaFazio
Jane LaFazio of JaneVille created this work, Memories of the Silk Road, from “prayer flags (the Tibetan kind) and bits of silk and all hand stitched.” Her close-up photos invite study and awe. See more at her blog post.
A STUNNING HEIRLOOM
At our August, 2011 Crochet Club meeting, Marti shared with us the framed, heirloom collar that was crocheted by her great grandmother. Marti cherishes this treasured heirloom and has it beautifully framed. Now, Marti is attempting to recreate this antique … Read More...
Inspiration: Cindy Ann Steiler
This unloose new work by Cindy Ann Steiler (Mary’s Granddaughter) is what she did when she was supposed to be doing something else. I love how artists’ minds work. See more at her blog.
Stitching your life
Joetta Maue speaks a bit about autobiographical needleart–hers and others’–in a Textile Arts Center post. The photos are amazing and will have you hunting down more of these artists’ work. See the post.