Wow! Check out this giveaway at Mary Corbet‘s Needle ‘n’ Thread blog. Two readers will win a stash of goldwork threads from Berlin Embroidery Designs. I’m sure you know that these precious-metal threads are pricey. Winning a … Read More...
Inspiration: Carmi’s Art/Life World
Carmi of Carmi’s Art/Life World says she was inspired by Alma Stoller’s fiber beadwork to create this fabulous necklace of felt, ribbons, sequins, and beads. See more views at her blog post.
Love letters from Rachel
Rachel of Cornflower Blue already has the jump on Valentine’s Day with her sweet embroidered love notes. So clever! See more at her blog post.
Ed. note: Rachel did not ask or compensate me to tell you about her … Read More...
Tutorial: Felt mittens ornament
An easy-peasy pair of mittens, grinning with delight at the chance to adorn your tree. Go to Mollie Johanson‘s Wild Olive post to learn how to make them.
Inspiration: Stitch Therapy
Stitch Therapy shares stunning photos of her first-term textile-course project. She says,
… Read More...A theme of ‘identity revealed through destruction’ emerged and I discovered the beauty of decay. I really enjoyed the psychological process of revealing hidden layers and the wonky-happy
Stitch like Jane
Jane LaFazio of JaneVille is working up improvisational little squares for a class she’ll be teaching in March. They’re all eye candy. I especially love this one, where she has captured a key under a layer of organza. To see … Read More...
Inspiration: Roxy Creations
Oooooooooo, pretty! Appliqued and embroidered zippered pouches by Rachel of Roxy Creations. Go to her blog.
Tutorial: Crewel tree ornament
Somehow I missed posting about this adorable ornament by Mollie Johanson of Wild Olive. Like her other handmade ornaments this year, it’s quick and easy. And this one is the perfect opportunity to dip your toe into crewelwork (embroidery … Read More...
Tutorial: From scraps to elegant ornaments
Improvise gorgeous, one-of-a-kind ornaments using fusible web, scrap fabrics, bits of yarn and other fibers, and lots of random, sparkly machine stitching. Vicki of Field Trips in Fiber came up with this idea and walks us through the construction step … Read More...
Ending couched goldwork threads
When you couch metallic threads, you wind up with some stiff little cut ends poking out. What are you supposed to do with that? The answer is simple. Mary Corbet demonstrates. See her Needle ‘n’ Thread post.
Racaire goes steampunk
Racaire of Racaire’s Embroidery & Needlework departs from her usual medieval-style embroidery to make her first steampunk garment–a cloak with a gorgeously ornate embroidered design. Go, Racaire! See more at her blog post.
Tutorial: Spacing lettering transfers
Jenny Hart of Sublime Stitching responds to readers’ requests and shares a tutorial for getting the spacing right when you’re transferring lettering. Her technique is unique and very smart. Check it out.
A photo transfer ornament
Fourteen Countess created this beautiful ornament by transferring a photo of a jasmine flower to fabric and framing it with felt and embroidery. The finishing touch? A few drops of jasmine scented essential oil in the ornament’s stuffing. Brilliant! While … Read More...
Inspiration: Lucky Jackson
It’s Domestic Bliss Week on Lucky Jackson’s blog, and I’m loving every minute of it. Go to her blog to see more almost-naughty stitched scenes.
Tutorial: Felt window ornaments
Megan Noel shares a nifty idea for thoughtful but quick ornaments, good for last-minute decorating or gifts. Fussy-cut little images from fabric prints to peek out through the felt window. Go to the tute.
Tutorial: Felt nesting dolls
You’ll love the tutorial from vintage umbrella for these sweet nesting doll ornaments. I even love them without the ricrac. Go to the tute.
Stitch a snowflake ornament
If you can make a simple chain stitch–and, believe me, you can–you can make this sweet felt snowflake ornament. If you follow the tutorial by Troublet of The Trouble with Crafting, you won’t even need a pattern. See Troublet’s … Read More...
Cheesy embroidery
What is this gorgeous linen piece with Portuguese embroidery? A cheese wrap. Clearly, folks in Portugal really respect their cheese! In case you didn’t recognize the style, this lovely accessory is the work of Meri of Agulhas da Meri. … Read More...
Photos for your tree
Here’s the perfect quick little ornament for Mom and Grandma–or Dad and Grandpa–or anyone in your family who loves collecting school photos of the kids. Make a simple felt frame for the photo. I can tell you from personal experience: … Read More...
Pattern and tute: Tiny felt ice skate ornament
Check out Mollie Johanson‘s Tiny Ice Skate ornament. The blade is a paper clip. Brilliant! You can make some, too. Go to Mollie’s Wild Olive post for the pattern and tutorial.