Independent craft blog since 2007
Check this heads-up from Threads blog:
… Read More...The Textile Study Group of New York (TSGNY) is a non-profit organization promoting the appreciation of fiber arts, and part of that mission includes recognizing and encouraging the achievements of young fiber artists. Every
Kristin La Flamme gives the heads-up that STITCHED classes are about to begin. She says,
… Read More...STITCHED is a collection of 20 online video workshops by 20 talentend fabric artists. Students have access to all 20 workshops and can choose to
Since it’s World AIDS Day, I thought I would feature a couple candles that contribute to treating and/or eliminating the disease.
First up is (diptyque) RED, which is a special edition candle that donates 10% of the proceeds to … Read More...
If you craft anything with fabric, be sure to check out Stash Slash. The site says it is
… Read More...An ad-free community for fiber and fabric lovers providing a dedicated market so you can sell your unneeded stash — or
Head on over to Modern Parents, Messy Kids to take part in her giveaway…. a 6 month Subscription to Craft Caravan’s Kid Craft Club… looks amazing! Don’t forget that if you want to enter, you have to go to … Read More...
Art for Everyday, or AfDay is a new Indian website that sells items that encapsulate the art in everyday life. The site was started by a business graduate (Rashmi Daga) who is passionate about art and has combined her … Read More...
Did I read it right? Flea Market Fancy by Denyse Schmidt is arriving at Hawthorne Threads February 2012. I did. *Yippee ki yay!!! There were many bloggers who petitioned Free Spirit to bring this popular fabric line back. I did … Read More...
Ok Pinterest addicts, stumblers and craft bloggers, listen up. There’s a new site in town that’s totally fun and possibly time consuming (in a good way) that provides you with a random craft tutorial every time you hit the button. … Read More...
Christie of The Fabric Shopper is still working on her raffle to fund an after-school program for inner-city kids to learn to craft and sew. She says,
… Read More...I have two main life experiences. Teaching kindergarten for 6 years is the
There’s a holiday candle workshop happening through Wave Hill in the Bronx on Sat, Dec 10, 2011. It will take place at Glyndor Gallery from 11 AM-3 PM.
You’ll get to create a centerpiece around a candle in a terracotta … Read More...
Crafty Secrets has decided to phase out there clear stamp line so while supplies last all their stamps are on sale.
Large Clear Art Stamps originally $24.99 on sale for $19.99
Medium sets reg $14.99 on sale for $12.99
Small … Read More...
Jane of Chilly Hollow Needlepoint Adventure has put together a handy list of stocking stuffers that any needlepointer will appreciate. In fact, most are perfect little treats for any stitcher. Check it out.
Big news: Our beloved Mary Corbet of Needle ‘n’ Thread has released her first e-book. She says,
… Read More...Church Patterns: Designs for Hand Embroidery, Appliqué, Paper Crafts, Painting & More is a collection of over 120 Christian designs, ranging from simple
I seriously wish I could go. The event runs from Tuesday, December 13, 2011 until February 12, 2012. Click HERE for further details.
Leslie from Leslie’s Art and Sew created these lovely patchwork heart ornaments, and wants to share them with others. She doesn’t have enough to give one to everyone, but she does have a pair of heart ornaments to give away … Read More...
Thanks to Generation Q Magazine‘s notice on their Facebook page, I just ordered these three awesome quilting books and got them 50% off. Score! Not a quilter. Well, they have knitting/crochet, sewing, general craft books and gift items. … Read More...
It’s time for South Carolina’s Nights of a Thousand Candles festival at Brookgreen Gardens. The gardens will be decorated with over 5,500 lit candles and lights!
There will also be caroling, apple cider, nightly entertainment and indoor exhibits. The festival … Read More...
I saw a picture similar to this in the November 21, 1011 issue of Time Magazine. It’s certainly an amazing work of art.
Nick Cave was a name unknown to me. After I saw this crazy picture, I had to … Read More...
The December issue of Pat Winter‘s Crazy Quilt Gatherings is available. Copies are available at a discounted shipping rate from Pat’s Etsy shop. Go to her blog post for details and links.
Ed. note: Pat Winter neither requested nor … Read More...
Glassline Magazine is planning a special issue with the best of the best beadmakers and they are putting out a call for submissions. Got to the site for details. This will be for their June/July 2012 issue and you have … Read More...
