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...
Tutorial: Chalkboard Napkin Rings
Mel’s napkin rings are a bit of mixed-media art – paint and wood and clay. The tutorial hits all the good points.
Tutorial: L.O.V.E. mini quilt sampler
Love is in the air or at least on your wall with this sweet L.O.V.E mini quilt by Cindy of Tops to Treasures. She shares how to make one at the Moda Bake Shop. Get the tutorial.
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Round Robin Row a Delectable Mountain
I’d frame this image by Mary of The Tulip Patch. It’s her four Delectable Mountain quilt blocks mounted on an old door. Gorgeous! She’s the designer for the Round Robin Row 1 in Patchwork Posse’s Winter Wonderland Quilt Along. … Read More...
Raccon themed Valentines – Imagine Gnats
Valentine’s day creeps closer and closer folks! If you’re looking for a cute, non-commercial valentine for your child to pass out, then I highly suggest checking out these adorable raccoon themed ones from Imagine Gnats! And adults without children? … Read More...
A Stitchtastic Freebie Chart
I love the saying in this chart, “Have a Stitchtastic Day.” It is a perfect one for a stitcher’s tote or a craft room. It is from Kincavel Krosses. Get the free chart.
Another Wonderfully Simple Necklace
I just love the look – and simplicity – of this pretty necklace. I love the color play that Liliana has created with her color choices. This would be the perfect showcase for a fantastic bead, too. A more … Read More...
Free pattern: Hearts and words quilt
Pat Sloan said she made this sweet quilt in honor of her husband. So romantic and perfect for Valentine’s Day. But really, hearts are good any time of year. She admits her “I Love You to the Moon and Back” … Read More...
Free patterns for beginning stitchers
Mary Egan of Craft Foxes has put together a roundup of six free embroidery patterns for beginners. Check it out.
Happy Kitchen Stove Cross Stitch Freebie
If my kitchen stove were this cheerful, then maybe I would want to cook more often! Over at Hancocks House of Happy, there are many posts of happy household objects and this one is particularly fun. Done up in purple, … Read More...
Free patterns: Bunny and chick
Easter will be here before you know it. Better start stitching up some of these sweet bunnies and chickies designed by Creative Breathing. Go to her blog post to download the patterns.
Tutorial: Pinwheel Ring
Maria sent me a link to a lovely, looking forward to spring ring tutorial. The cute pinwheel has a sweet pearl to accent the pearly clay. The only suggestion I would make is to use regular compatible clay finishes … Read More...
Free pattern: Red and White quilt
The first Friday of February is National Wear Red Day. Barbara Brackman of Material Culture honored this year’s campaign with a free quilt pattern inspired by an antique quilt (1840-1860). It’s made up of two blocks. Visit her blog … Read More...
Unusual Alphabet Sampler
I love this unique alphabet sampler from Embroiderbee. It has the alphabet on it and then it features an alphabet search portion. It would make a great pillow for a child or even a stand up framed piece. Then the … Read More...
Freebie | Heart Thank You Tags
These free printable heart thank you tags from Thanks Lot are super cute and have many applications for Valentine’s Day and beyond. Click here to get the download and see one way to use them.
Freebie | Geometric Valentine Wrapping Paper
Do you have people in your life who aren’t big fans of the mushy stuff? Maybe they won’t mind this geometric Valentine’s Day wrapping paper so much. You can get two versions here at Minieco.
Freebie | Lunchtime Valentine Printable from Little Monster
Put a smile on your sweetie’s face at lunchtime with this free Valentine lunchbag printable from Lisa at Little Monster. She explains how to print the design onto lunch bags, and shows you how you can make tags with the … Read More...
Tute: “Love is all around” mini quilt
Beatlemania! Anorina of Samelia’s Mum made her “love is all around” mini quilt especially for Valentine’s Day. But it would brighten a room any time of year. She shares a free pattern for the applique portion plus gives instructions for … Read More...