The Zany Quilter shares on her blog how to make a Zentangle mini quilt. This would be a good introduction to this artistic expression. Get the tutorial.
Image credit: Zany Quilter
Cross Stitch Seedlings Medallion
This free pattern is unique because Gayla used these designs on a precut wooden form to make a medallion. I love it! It could also be used as an ornament. You could use these seedling designs for other purposes. Get … Read More...
Freebie and Tutorial | Paper Heart Garland from Ellinée
Print out the free sheets of pink and gold hearts from Ellinée and follow the tutorial to make this paper heart garland for some Valentine’s Day decor. Click here to go to the free printable.
Freebies: Paper pieced hearts
Jennifer of Sewhooked admits she has a thing for hearts. Get this patchwork heart pattern and many more on her blog. They’re free for personal use.
Image credit: Sewhooked
Tutorial: Pink and black baby quilt
Kate of See Kate Sew welcomed her new baby girl with this pretty pink, black and white quilt. She explains she purposely added black to give it the high contrast babies love. Interested in making one? She’s written up instructions … Read More...
New stitchy series from Val Laird
Val Laird has announced the launch of her free pattern series for 2013, Apples of Gold. Val shows how to combine her embroidery and applique designs into a beautiful quilt; but I’m sure, like past series, each design will easily … Read More...
Winter Birdhouse
It’s a good thing this birdie has a snug house to stay in during this winter storm! This project is another great free chart from Stickeule. Be sure to scroll down to the bottom of the post to find the … Read More...
Do What You Love
This motto from Kincavel Krosses is a great one to stitch and to live by. It will make a great addition to your office, your desk or be great to give as a gift. You can use the colors of … Read More...
Freebie: ATC Backgrounds
You can download these lovely vintage inspired ATC (artist trading cards) sized background for free over at the With Wild Abandon blog.
-Heather
January Photo-A-Day Prompts from Pixels & Co.
Are you doing a photo-a-day challenge this month, (or even the entire year)? This list of photo prompts for January from Pixels & Co can help to keep you motivated! Click here to go to the original posting.
Project and Freebie: Flip Calendar
Jin from Under the Cherry Tree has a wonderful tutorial for making an adorable flip top calendar using her Silhouette machine. She even has a free calendar template to download. Click here for her tutorial and template.
-Heather
Free pattern: Felt ladybugs
These ladybug soft sculptures are as practical as they are cute: They’re pin cushions! With heart-shaped spots, they make perfect Valentine’s Day gifts for stitchers! Get the free pattern from Creative Breathing blog.
Tree Filled With Robins
This wintry tree filled with robins will stitch up quickly and will be a wonderful addition to your winter decor. I can almost feel the brisk air washing over me from this scene, can’t you? These are some brave little … Read More...
Get free pearle cotton!
Jump on this generous offer from The Art Needlepoint Co. The company’s blog says,
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Tutorial: Sculpt a Yellow Lab
I’m not much of a sculptor (yet!) and mostly I’m a cat person but I have a soft spot for labs and especially polymer clay ones. This tutorial makes a cute lab face just begging me to give it a … Read More...
Freebie: Mini Calendar Printable
A Muse Studio has a cute free mini calendar for 2013 (gotta get used to typing that :)) Click here to visit their blog to download.
-Heather
2013 Band Sampler
Lady Kell of Kincavel Krosses has released her annual band sampler so it is time to get stitching! What a great way to ring in the new year. You can stitch it in the color you want on the fabric … Read More...
New Year’s Eve Party Ideas and Free Printables
If you need some last minute New Year’s Eve party planning help, be sure to check out this bright, colorful, sparkly party over at Bird’s Party Blog. There are a billion jillion ideas AND free printables! Find it HERE… Read More...
Glitter Pendant
Emily is sharing her tutorial for glittery no-skill-required pendants. See Emily’s easy tutorial at Crap at Crafts.
Goat Girl
I just love this freebie from Brigitte Dadaux. There are several reasons I know – I have had goats at one point in my life, but the main reason is that every time I see it I feel compelled to … Read More...