Michaels <http://www.michaels.com/> , North America’s largest arts and crafts specialty retailer, celebrates the first ever International Yarn Bombing Day on Saturday, June 11 from 1 – 5 pm with in-store yarn bomb installations and knit-a-thons at five locations.… Read More...
Suggestions needed for next raffle quilt
Lynn from C & T Publishing Blog is celebrating the finish of the Van Gogh Slice Quilt – a group project and fundraiser for the NAMTA Foundation. But she’s not resting long. She is seeking ideas from the quilting community … Read More...
Newsy: Leah in top 55 blogs Quilter’s Home
Leah from The Free Motion Quilting Project is celebrating her mention as one of the top 55 blogs in Quilter’s Home magazine. Visit her blog to see how her father ribbed her about this years ago and get a peek … Read More...
“Draw & Travel” Contest
Nate and Salli, the creators of They Draw & Cook have created a fun new venture called They Draw & Travel – Illustrated Maps by Artists from Around the World. There are a few dozen maps on view already and … Read More...
No Days Road Show this Saturday at The Glass Studio
I’m so excited about this so I’m sharing it here. If you’re in the Los Angeles area this Saturday, June 11th please stop by The Glass Studio for a No Days Adhesive “Road Show”. Their resident goddess and my … Read More...
Book: Deploy that Fabric
When I first got a glimpse of this book Deploy that Fabric by Jen Eskridge from Reanna Lily Designs my first thought was the title sounds so military. Well, that was on purpose since the full title is Deploy that … Read More...
Newsy: July start of Orange You Glad Bee
Staci from The Confused Quilter has a new quilting bee to tell you about. It starts up in July, so there is plenty of time to join the fun. The theme for her bee is orange. Go here to get … Read More...
Hoo’s in The Forest fabric coming soon!
Due out in mid June, this adorable fabric collection comes in two colorways – blue and pink. It’s Hoo’s in The Forest by Doohikey Designs. Spied at Hawthorne Threads, see the entire collection on their website.
Quilts For Sale to benefit Alzheimer research
Mary Wiessner donated this mini art quilt she calls Wag Your Tail to the Quilts For Sale project to benefit Alzheimer’s research. I love the quote and metal dog tag.
Another favorite donation quilt of mine is Linda Rogers’ Limey… Read More...
For stitchers with arthritis
Yvette Stanton recommends embroidery hoops with stands for stitchers who have arthritis. Find out why.
Newsy: Amy has blocks in quilt book
Yeah for Amy from Amy’s Creative Side on having the two quilt blocks she submitted for a collaborative book accepted. Modern Blocks: 99 Quilt Blocks from Your Favorite Designers, by Stash Books will be out this fall. Visit her … Read More...
Bead and Button…Need I Say More?
It’s one of the biggest bead extravaganzas each year. All the best beader (almost) and bead enthusiasts gather together in Milwaukee, WI for more bead fun than you can handle. It’s Bead & Button Show and it’s held from June … Read More...
Speakers « Conference of Creative Entrepreneurs
If you are on the West Coast and have crafty, arty or designy business aspirations Conference of Creative Entrepreneurs is the place for you. Full Disclosure: I’m one of the founders. 🙂
To name a few: Christina Coop or Ferm … Read More...
Newsy: Textile Art Festival coming in June
If you live or travel close enough, don’t miss the Textile Art Festival coming up soon in Queensland, Australia. A browse through the Festival Preview Magazine revealed several events that will appeal to art quilters.
State of the Art 2011… Read More...
Newsy: Kaleidoscope Quilt-Along
Mark your calendars! Elizabeth from Don’t Call Me Betsy is hosting another Quilt-Along. If you join you’ll be making a classic quilt block, the Kaleidoscope. She chose this theme because she had so much fun making this kaleidoscope block, below. … Read More...
Brisbane skaters to realise a dream in Disney On Ice first
On July 1, in one history-making show only, a group of young skaters from Brisbane will realize their dream and take part in a pre-show performance before the international skating superstars take over and perform Disney On Ice presents Worlds … Read More...
Freebie: Crafting Ireland Magazine
There’s a new free on-line crafting magazine that has a focus on stamping and paper crafts called Crafting Ireland. It’s got techniques, ideas, samples and more, click here to read the first issue.
-Heather
Food Art Museums
Find a roundup of five museums around the world devoted to food art HERE at Saveur. Now, if only I could schedule that around-the-world trip.
Bold Expressions exhibit opens in San Diego
Kyra from Black Threads is talking about this exhibit Bold Expressions: African American Quilts from the Collection of Corrine Riley. If the catalog cover she shows on her blog is any indication, just put me on a plane to … Read More...
Bullseye Online Classes Available NOW!
I mentioned just the other day how much I love getting emails from Bullseye Glass and today’s no different. They are launching online classes today. There’s a membership fee of $39 but when you see what’s available to view you’ll … Read More...