One of the projects I got to do at my Christi Friesen class was a carved and articulated piece – we used ribbon or wire for our joints – made from Sculpey Ultralight. Sculpey has a video tutorial by Christi … Read More...
Yarn-Wrapped Bangles
Imagine the possibilities from this creative idea! Coordinate colors and these bangles made by Jen and Shannon at Eat Sleep Make are the perfect way to finish your perfect ensemble!
Free pattern: Appley Dappley Pillow Cover
I love perusing Helen’s free pattern page at Bustle and Sew. Her Appley Dappley Pillow / Cushion cover is perfect for fall decorating. Go HERE to get the free pattern.
Image credit: Bustle and Sew
Working in the Shed
Over at Hancock’s House of Happy, she gets up to more than just cross stitch. She’s also a shed dweller sometimes. If you don’t know what that means, then hop over to her blog post to check out the meaning … Read More...
Freebie: Digital Scarecrow Stamp
Birthday Party Printables
Let’s take a break from all the orange and black and muted Fall colors, shall we, and go a bit brighter. As in woo hoo for birthdays brighter. These printables are so perfectly birthday, too, for kids or grown-ups. Find … Read More...
Project and Free Template: Apron Recipe Card and Holder
This pretty apron shaped card hold recipes inside, how sweet! What a great gift for a bride to be or new home owner! Find a free apron shaped template and directions for making the card over on the Whiff of … Read More...
Tutorial: Photo Holder
The basic idea of this one is always useful – I used a similar trick for signs at my craft shows. For my own version I’d probably tangle the wire end, tuck it into the clay, add tls and then … Read More...
Free Knotted Hearts Cross Stitch Pattern
If you enjoy stitching Celtic-inspired pieces, then you will love this free chart from Loretta at Stitching the Night Away. It’s simple, yet elegant and will make a lovely project in the color of your choice. Check out the free … Read More...
Manic Trout Giveaway
Sierra is offering this gorgeous necklace for giveaway! The giveaway ends Monday, September 17, so hurry to find out how you can enter at Manic Trout.
Free pattern: Fox-cub pillow cover
Helen Dickson of Bustle & Sew says, “Easy freestyle machine embroidery makes this cute on-trend fox cub design really special.” I couldn’t agree more. You can buy the design for this darling pillow cover from the Bustle & Sew online … Read More...
Frankenstein Cake… I mean…
Frankenstein’s Monster, that is. As a total nerd of literature, not only do I find this cake crazy perfect, adorable and even easy to recreate, but I appreciate the blogger’s literary accuracy. Of course, as a said nerd, I’ve also … Read More...
Escape Button
Sara Jessica is great about posting cute freebies on her blog and this time she’s posted one that is useful too. If you’ve ever wanted your own personal escape button, she’s got the chart for you. It’s a perfect gift … Read More...
Free embroidery patterns
This week, we’ve gathered the greatest hand-embroidery patterns for you to try! We offer something for everyone, whether you’re a novice or an expert. Our free patterns range from simple cross-stitch designs to more complicated flower and animal motifs. With … Read More...
Needlepoint stitch tutorials and free designs
(1) Framed mosaic stitch from Create Needlepoint
(2) Reverse mosaic stitch from Create Needlepoint
(3) Sylvan mini-bargello boxtop from Nuts About Needlepoint
(4) Nicholas Owen mini-bargello pattern from Nuts About Needlepoint
(5) Cleopatra’s Hair-do from Needlepoint Teacher (via Nuts About … Read More...
Free five-petal monograms from Shawkl
A Cup of August
I know it is already September, but for those of you collecting these teacups from Il Mondo di Ezechiele (and from the emails, I know there are quite a few of you), I wanted to be sure to post the … Read More...
Spooky and I Know It Printable – The Swell Life
Feeling the Halloween spirit yet? I am! And I’m super ready to find a place to hand the Spooky and I Know it Printable created by Alexa of The Swell Life. It’s the perfect mix of bright and stripes … Read More...
1930’s Alphabet
Here’s a vintage alphabet from Brigitte Dadaux. Alphabets come in handy for some many reasons – marking linens, writing names, and creating monograms. Have fun with this one. Check out the free pattern.
Freebie | Printable Lunch Stickers
I love these free printable stickers from Ellinee that you can use to add some fun to your child’s lunch box. But hey! You can also use them on scrapbook pages! Click here to go to the download.