(1) Combined chain stitch and buttonhole stitch by Needle ‘n’ Thread
(2) Chain stitch by Little Lovelies
(3) Back stitch by Little Lovelies
(4) Bullion knot by Follow the White Bunny
(5) Beaded Palestrina stitch by Needle ‘n’ Thread
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Recent stitch tutorials
Embroidery is a great way to add a touch of personal flair to any project, and there are a variety of techniques and stitches available to explore. This article offers a variety of links to tutorials and articles on different … Read More...
DIY Cupcake Stands
Thrifty but chic cupcake stands are the perfect accent for the dessert table at a wedding or bridal shower! Get the tutorial at Pitter and Glink.
DIY: Sweet Dreams patchwork pillow
This is so sweet for baby. Amy of Nana Company said she obliged the many reader requests for instructions for her Sweet Dreams Little One pillow (close-up shown here) in a recent post. She incorporates simple patchwork in her sewing … Read More...
Tutorial: Designer-inspired lace trimmed tee
Donatella from Inspiration & Realisation shares a tutorial showing how to make a lace trimmed t-shirt, inspired by a top by Valentino. You can buy the designer shirt for $250, but her DIY version cost her just $8 to make. … Read More...
Tutorial: Child’s shrug from knit fabric
Jennifer from Un Petit Design shows how to create a simple shrug for a child out of knit fabric. The pattern is based on a simple t-shirt shape, though cut short, and opened at the front with a button closure … Read More...
How to make a Pompom Owl tutorial
Gail of “that artist woman” believes in discovering life one art adventure at a time. When I saw her site I was amazed at how many projects she covered. She has 3-D sculptural, paint and paper, textiles, mixed media, art … Read More...
Individual Seven-Layer Dips
Sheesh, all you have to do is repackage something in cute little, individually-sized, terribly convenient party cups and I’m sold on the crafty and clever aspect. Smart for Cinco de Mayo, make individual Seven-Layer Dips HERE at The Girl Who … Read More...
How to make recycled washcloth peepee teepees
Or as this clever crafter Mommy calls them “Wizz-ard hats” Oh on the name alone I had to share this idea! Pop on over to Amber’s blog Willow Would where she shared her quick and easy tutorial on how to … Read More...
Tutorial: Little girl’s Jungle Ruffle Dress
Kristin from Skirt As Top guest blogs in the Ruffles 2012 series at See Kate Sew with a tutorial showing how to make her little girl’s Jungle Ruffle Dress. The sleeveless knit dress has flouncy ruffles sewn down the front. … Read More...
Midget blocks for 1930s sampler quilt
I love this Week by Week 1930s sampler quilt I found over at Sentimental Stitches. It’s made up of 187 – 4 inch quilt blocks. It makes me think of the popular, historical Dear Jane sampler quilt. You can buy … Read More...
Rocking Necklaces
Take a look at these charm necklaces from Know and Tell Crafts. This industrious 12-year old crafter says the best part of this DIY project is smashing rock with a hammer. Sounds like a smashing good time, Ty! Check out … Read More...
Tutorial: Little girl’s Miss Lizzy sleeveless tunic with ruched sides
Shauna from Shwin & Shwin shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make her Miss Lizzy tunic for little girls. The long sleeveless top has a bit of ruching at the sides. Get the how-to.
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Tutorial: Make an eyepatch for amblyopia or lazy eye
Children with amblyopia, or lazy eye, have to wear an eye patch to help strengthen the weaker eye. Krissy from B. Inspired, Mama! shows how you can make an eyepatch. They’re not difficult to make, and doing it yourself means … Read More...
Little felt monster tooth pillow tutorial
Ellen of “The Long Thread” was asked to make a project to celebrate the Boy Month at Made and Made by Rae.. Dana and Rae are serving up tons of boy tutorials, ideas and inspiration over on their respective … Read More...
Mini Picket Fence Flower Pots
I love these adorable little flower pots! So easy to make and perfect for a backyard barbecue, family get together or even a wedding. Inexpensive supplies and a little recycling ingenuity and you have yourself some pretty centerpieces. Check them … Read More...
Free pattern: Mod mushrooms quilt block
I’m digging these mushrooms created by Vanessa of Crafty Gemini. This 10 1/2″ square paper-pieced block was her entry in the Garden Blog Hop hosted by Sewhooked. Go HERE to get the know-how.
Image credit: Crafty Gemini
Maypole Mini Bundt Cakes
I love this May Day idea, and I’m already envisioning other sweets beyond the bundt cake. Learn to make Maypole cake toppers HERE at Studio DIY.
Meatloaf Hearts
It’s kid central around here today. How about some meatloaf love? Find a recipe that kids can help make for heart shaped meatloaf HERE at B. Inspired, Mama!.
Video tutorial: Using a binding foot
Have you seen a pressert foot with a spiral-y thing on it? Chances are, it’s a binding foot. The metal spiral is used to guide a strip of bias tape around the edge of your main fabric. Once you get … Read More...