Lindsay from Artsy Fartsy Mama created two styles of this printable lucky banner that you can download for free. You can get the Lucky banner as shown, or one that is only shamrocks. She also shares how she blinged them … Read More...
Misty Mountains Cross Stitch Project
I first read The Hobbit sometime during my teen years and then proceeded to devour everything by Tolkein I could get my hands on, even the more esoteric stuff in the Silmarillion. So, of course, I was a huge … Read More...
Freebie: Vintage Silhouettes
Far Far Hill has another wonderful collection of vintage free images to download. Click here to get this wonderful set of vintage silhouettes.
*please note* some people have told me they’ve had trouble downloading images from this site, you … Read More...
Free printables from Victoriana
Think about casting your vote for Benita Skinner of Victoriana Quilt Designs in SewCalGal’s 2013 Golden Quilter Awards. (Deadline February 28.) Go to Benita’s blog post for the link. And whether or not you vote, she invites you to … Read More...
Virtual needlepoint classes with the expert
You want to learn how to do needlepoint, but you’d like to skip the waste and frustration of trial-and-error, and the cost and inflexible schedules of in-person classes don’t appeal to you. Janet Perry to the recue! You can find … Read More...
Freebie | Vintage Image Collage Sheet from Paper Scraps
If you love all things mid-century this vintage collage sheet is for you! It comes to us compliments of PaperScraps and is available on flickr. Click here to go to the download.
Geometric Cross Stitch Pattern
If you are looking for a simple and easy cross-stitch project, then Craft Novice Blog has the project for you. It is a geometric chart that will be a breeze to stitch up. Check it out and get to stitching … Read More...
Calli’s tips for sewing in common areas
Only once have I had a dedicated sewing room, the rest of the time it’s been in a shared area of the house. Like me, Calli of Make it Do sews on her kitchen table. Find out how she stays … Read More...
Tutorial: Finishing a Dresden Plate
Look at how Vanessa of V and Co. finished this Dresden Plate – with a flower. So cute! She shares on her blog other ways to finish the middle plus how to applique your Dresden Plate onto your ground fabric. … Read More...
Mini Quilt Block Pattern Project
I love quilts and I love cross-stitch versions of quilts even more! Over at Imagine Gnats, recently the blogger posted a miniature version of a quilt block in cross-stitch form. It is lovely and will be fun to stitch. So … Read More...
Prideful Remembrance
Pride and Prejudice was published 200 years ago in 1813 and to celebrate, The Sampler Girl created a memorial cross stitch pattern. It is a great mini sampler that will make a neat mini pillow, ornament, or a small framed … Read More...
Freebie | Vintage Trance Printable Papers and Tags
Go all shabby chic and vintage with these 10 printable vintage themed papers from Craft a Doodle Doo. It really is a Vintage Trance! The set includes printable tags too. Click here to get the download.
Free pattern: Love
Stitch a little love with this free design from Hudson’s Holidays. Get the pattern.
Free: Pretty heart designs from Shawkl
Here are two pretty new heart embroidery patterns from Kathy Shaw of Shawkl.
Free embroidery pattern: Valentine cupcake
Here’s a sweet treat from Jacquelynne of The Noble Wife. Download the free PDF pattern.
Freebie | Printable Love Note Cards from Jones Design Company
It’s not to late to show your love! Get these free love note cards from Jones Design Company for Valentine’s or any day! Click here to go to the download.
Tutorial: Sweet Heart Mini Quilt
Mary of Craft Buds made her quilting debut with this Valentine’s Day mini quilt. Nicely done! I am digging the pinks and reds against the neutral background. She shares how to make it; get the tutorial.
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X is for Cross Stitch
Hear ye! Hear ye! Those of you collecting the Alphabet from Brookes Books will want to note that she has posted the latest addition to the set. It’s “X is for Cross Stitch” and it is available know. I know … Read More...
Worms or Butterflies? What’s Your Valentine’s Day Choice
Valentine’s needn’t be all pink and roses and Cupids. You can get in the dirt a bit, which I bet all kids not into pink and roses will appreciate. And bonus. Free printable for the cupcake topper. Find the heart-shaped … Read More...
Tutorial: Pocket pillow for Valentine’s Day
Nanny of Nannynotes2u made this crazy patchwork heart pillow (cushion) with a pocket to hold a message for your Valentine. You can see in the photo where she embroidered ‘Bella’ on a small heart, telling the recipient she’s beautiful. She … Read More...