Ayumi from Pink Penguin shows how she made this pretty little wristlet purse. Think of using up some of your scraps for this project since you only need a couple dozen 2 1/2″ fabric squares. Her instructions are clear accompanied … Read More...
Tutorial: Make new insoles for your shoes in pretty fabric prints
Kathleen from Grosgrain shows how make a used pair of shoes fabulous with the addition of a new insole. A new insole made of a kicky fabric print. Love, love!! This is making me want to go find a pair … Read More...
Chocolate Covered Strawberry Joconde Entremet
You must must check out this amazing chocolate covered strawberry-themed Joconde Entremet created by Kudos Kitchen by Renee for the Daring Bakers challenge. She also gives recipes and step-by-step photos to the creation. And one more plea, you must must … Read More...
Tutorial: Rockin’ Boy (or girl) Slippers
Vivian from Craft with Confidence shows how to make her Rockin’ Boy Slippers. Foam in the soles make them soft and cushy, and a bit of elastic at the heels helps them stay on. But don’t let the name fool … Read More...
Tutorial: Patchwork potholder + fabric bowl
Kathreen from Whip Up shares how she made this lovely ensemble – patchwork potholder pair and fabric fruit bowl. Get the know-how.
Free charts: Cross-stitch
Quarter Rubbings
This craft is a great project to incorporate into a ‘money’ lesson plan. You can find some quarter rubbing printables and tips over at Zakka Life. I wonder how many different state quarters I have in my coin jar?
Pom Pom Scarf-Kids Craft
This scarf is so cute, perfect for Valentine’s Day…and is also an appropriate craft for kids age 8 and up. Bubbly Nature Creations is where you CAN FIND THIS GREAT TUTORIAL!
Stitch a portrait in blackwork
Ansie of sol y sombra lets us look over her shoulder as she interprets a photograph in blackwork. See the post.
Free pattern: Pointy kitty
The pattern for this appliqued and embroidered softie is free from Wee Wonderfuls. Get the download.
Many thanks to Teresa of My Patchwork for the heads-up. Check out what Teresa did with the pattern.
New issue of CQ Mag
The January 2011 issue of CQ Mag Online is available now! It includes an article by Allie Aller about new tools for crazy quilters, a free design from Sara Zander, links to dozens of articles and tutes about flowers, and … Read More...
Free pattern: Sweet soft dollie
Nicole from 60 Piggies guest blogs at Red Ted Art’s Blog with a free pattern and tutorial for making this sweet soft dollie. I’m loving those rosy red cheeks, and the little pointy hat she wears! Get the pattern.… Read More...
Tutorial: Notebook and pencil folio for young artists
Jill from Creating My Way To Success shows how to make a notebook and pencil folio, perfect for a budding artist or journaler. It has pockets for a notebook and a full selection of pencils for drawing, and folds up … Read More...
Tutorial: Hearts Letter Folding
Learn how to fold your letters for Valentine’s Day into heart shapes as shown above. Forty Weeks has compiled a list of tutorials showing you how. Click here to go to the tutorials.
Tutorial: Cascading Pom Poms
Add a dash of drama to your wedding decor with these gorgeous cascading pom poms! Trish at Crafty Moods sent a link to these beautiful blooms that includes an easy to follow tutorial. Thanks for the inspiration Trish!
Tutorial: Snug fit crib sheets
What’s a mama-to-be to do when none of the stores have crib sheets to match her fabulous nursery decor? Why, make them herself, of course! Prudent Baby shares a tutorial showing how. Get the tute.
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Tutorial: Double-knot stitch
Kim of bigB shows us how to do double-knot stitch. See the tute.
Tutorial: Fly-stitch leaf
Kathy Shaw of Shawkl shows us how to create a fly-stitch leaf. See the tute.
Stitch a locket
Mollie Johanson of Wild Olive creates a sweet little surprise by mounting a bitty stitchery in a locket. Find out how she did it from her blog post.
Tutorial: Handmade felt backgrounds for embroidery
I am loving Jane LaFazio‘s freeform embroidery on handmade felt. And I’m thrilled that she’s sharing her technique for creating felted backgrounds. See the tute on her Janeville blog post.