Millie Green, of Yahoo! Contributor Network tells us how to create is pretty and useful wrist pincushion. To learn how you can make this project, join Millie for complete instructions. Here is an easy sewing project that you can … Read More...
SuperHero Party
Check out these awesome Super Here cupcake toppers at My Chic Life. Love this idea. And by the way, the menu served at that party is exactly the menu I want at my next birthday party. Exactly. Take note.
American Mosaic Summit in Austin, Texas
The dates are February 16-20, 2011. The place Austin, TX. The event, American Mosaic Summit, The 10th Annual SAMA Conference. Are you going? I sure wish I was. I’ll be at my store…if you go give me a report … Read More...
Tutorial, Felted Valentine’s Hearts and (Olives English), in English, French and German
Teresa, her sister and their mom host a blog called “Stitching ‘n Knitting”. Awhile back I posted Teresa’s knit felted hearts and she just wrote me to inform me that the pattern is now in English, French and German. These … Read More...
There’s Still Time…… Just Sayin’…..
Valentine’s Day Dessert Table
See how D.I.Y. Lousiville made this darling red and white sweets-filled dessert table for under 30 dollars! Check out the details HERE.
Retro Mummy and Quilts for Queensland
Corrie from Retro Mummy is heading up a quilt drive for those worst hit by the recent floods in Queensland. There are a couple of ways to take part. Send in one or several 12 1/2 inch quilt blocks that … Read More...
Viewfinders Multi ~ Ruby Star Rising
This Ruby Star Rising Viewfinder fabric is sold out everywhere and I’m so sad. Isn’t it cute? Designed by Melody Miller for Kokka.
BHLDN {by Anthropologie}
Postcards & Pretties revealed a sneak peek of Anthropologie’s stunning new line of wedding dresses as spotted over on Glamour! The line makes its official debut on February 14th and includes bridesmaid dresses, as well as shoes and … Read More...
How To Read A Knitting Pattern….
From Melissa of the Love Affair With My Brother Blog:
Learn how to break down a knitting pattern and make it easy to understand!
Stash-Busting Challenge – The Sew Weekly Sewing Circle
You have ’til the end of Sunday to whip up a stash busting project in order to enter the Sew Weekly Stash Busting Challenge! Go Check out the cute outfit Mena created and check the comments to see other people’s … Read More...
Felt Play Mats
Here’s another way to spark creative play in your home or while on the go… felt play mats. Here, My Delicious Ambiguity shows you inspiration for a Train Play Mat and a Construction Play Mat. Found Via {Creative … Read More...
Heart-Themed Lunches
Check out the heart themed lunches over at Leuke Lunch. The posts are in Dutch, though I’m sure there’s a way to translate via google I’m just not seeing. Regardless, the great pictures on this blog are enough to … Read More...
Learn about Ikat weaving
An un-bylined post on the Textile Arts Center blog gives us a rockin overview of Ikat weaving — a technique in which warp and/or weft threads are resist-dyed (usually tie-dyed) before weaving. Enjoy a summary and beautiful photos at the … Read More...
Valentine the Voodoo Pincushion
This is a fun project even if you are in love! As stated below, we all need a bright and fuzzy outlet for our pent-up aggressions now and again! But think of the possibilities of this throughout the year. Are … Read More...
WONDER BRA??
Did you ever wonder what to do with those pesky wires that poke out from the edges of those push-up bras? Well, I’ve never worn a push-up, but for years, I did wear an underwire. Finally, I let nature and … Read More...
Wedding Printables Giveaway!
e .m papers is offering another great giveaway of wedding printables this month! The elegant and lovely “Manor” invitation is brand new and features a monogram, vintage artwork, and a garland design. The giveaway closes on Sunday, March 4th, 2011, … Read More...
Anthropologie Inspired Weddings
What makes a wedding an Anthropologie nspired occasion? Attention to detail, vintage flair, and that certain undefinable something that engages all the senses. I’ve gathered a collection of weddings with that Anthropologie magic just brimming with eclectic charm and wonderful … Read More...
Inspiration: French-knot buttons
These gorgeous buttons, created by Pat of Bird Nest on the Ground, ended up taking too much time to be good candidates for sale. Too bad. Wouldn’t they be gorgeous on your crazy quilt! Still, they would make great … Read More...
The amazing illusions of Fraser Smith
Rachel Biel of Rayela’s Fiber Focus profiles the work of Fraser Smith, who replicates textile art as wood carvings. She says, “Is he a carver? A painter? A textile artist? How about all three?” I buy her argument. Read … Read More...