DIY Tutorials and Patterns – Page 586

Video tutes from Kreinik Threads

May 14, 2011 by Denise Felton

Here’s a heads-up from Kreinik Threads:

Kreinik has teamed up with Terri O to make two educational videos using Kreink’s Bag ‘o Bits and Iron-On Threads. See how easy and fun our threads are to use.

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How to store framed needlework

May 14, 2011 by Denise Felton

If you need to put framed needlework into long-term storage, Janet Perry of Nuts About Needlepoint has some tips for preserving it. See her post.

Make a matryoshka tooth fairy

May 13, 2011 by Denise Felton

Arlyna of Dragon & Phoenix blog designed this adorable matryoshka tooth-fairy pillow, and she’s sharing her pattern with us! Enjoy her blog. Or go directly to the PDF file.

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Easy butterfly seam treatment

May 13, 2011 by Denise Felton

Vivienne of Anlabyhouse blog shows us the simple steps to creating a charming butterfly seam treatment. See her post.

And many thanks to KERRYKATIECAKES for pointing out this find.

Learn Moorish and corduroy stitch

May 13, 2011 by Denise Felton

Get the new, free stitch journal pages for Moorish Stitch and Corduroy Stitch from Cheryl Fall‘s needlepoint blog at About.com. Go to the post.

Tiny Baby Bunnies Knitting Pattern @Craftzine.com blog

May 13, 2011 by Minnie

Saw these tiny baby bunnies on CraftZine a few weeks ago. SO CUTE!!!

Tiny Baby Bunnies Knitting Pattern @Craftzine.com blog.

24 “Other” things to do with a ShamWOW cloth

May 12, 2011 by Shellie Wilson

We know by now you have all seen the Shamwow infomercials and more than likely you have bought your very own pack of shamwows or if you are a little thrifty – some generic imported brand from a discount store. … Read More...

Ideas for Father’s Day

May 12, 2011 by Elaine Robitaille

Angela of CraftyGoat has a post about Father’s Day gifts from clay.

Tutorial: Going-on-a-Walk patchwork bag

May 12, 2011 by Anne Weaver

Krista from Thar She Sews! shares a tutorial showing how to make her Going-on-a-Walk bag. The large patchork tote has a long strap for carrying it cross body. I love it when pretty things are also practical! Get the tute… Read More...

Free pattern: Scallop Button Up Skirt

May 12, 2011 by Anne Weaver

Nette shares a free pattern and tutorial for making this lovely Scallop Button Up Skirt. It has pockets on either side and a fitted waist. The pattern is available in one size (Burda 36) but you could easily adjust it … Read More...

Make a tiny beaded tulip

May 12, 2011 by Denise Felton

There is so much gorgeousness to enjoy in Lynn‘s Beading Heart Art post about her March Bead Journal Project. And tucked quietly in the middle of the post is a brilliant tip for making easy, tiny beaded tulips. See … Read More...

Make a felt flower bracelet

May 12, 2011 by Denise Felton

This sweet bracelet is made from inexpensive materials and requires the most basic applique and embroidery skills — a perfect gift to make for the fairy princess in your house, or the perfect project for a young one to learn … Read More...

Stitch a row of tiny posies

May 12, 2011 by Denise Felton

This seam treatment by SharonB of Pin Tangle is one of my favorites from her I Dropped the Button Box Quilt series. So simple, but perfect for any application where a wee row of flowers would be fitting. Get the … Read More...

DIY: Upcycled Art Quilt

May 12, 2011 by Scarlett Burroughs

Marianne known as Trucdart at Instructables wants you to “start thinking outside of the sewing box!” She says making an art quilt is easy with paper, fabric, and items you already have around the house. Get the tute.

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