Lately woven wall hangings have been popping up all over my Pinterest and blog feeds. It’s like the 70’s and 80’s all over again. I remember making these in grade school, but mine were never as fancy and colorful … Read More...
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by Pam Pedersen
Lately woven wall hangings have been popping up all over my Pinterest and blog feeds. It’s like the 70’s and 80’s all over again. I remember making these in grade school, but mine were never as fancy and colorful … Read More...
by Pam Pedersen
The majority of the houses in my town do not have air conditioning. It is only very hot about a week out of the year. We usually keep our doors open and let the breeze stop by for a … Read More...
by Pam Pedersen
I am in the process of remodeling my craft room. I want it to be cozy, inviting and yet still functional. When I started the remodel I found a lot of pillows I loved but they were SO expensive! Why … Read More...
by Pam Pedersen
Have you been dying to learn how to satin stitch? Well, do I have the project for you! Nancy at Do Small Things with Love created this great tutorial for both beginners and more advanced embroiderers. The texture and colors … Read More...
by Pam Pedersen
Now that the kids are out of school what are you going to do with them all day? Playing in traffic and hanging out on the corner is not an option….trust … Read More...
by Pam Pedersen
Home…whether it is a studio apartment or a large sprawling ranch, it is where we build our lives. A person’s house truly is their castle. The wonderful sisters at The Common Creative, I’m sure feel the same way and … Read More...
by Pam Pedersen
I love lacing cards. I think it is a great way to introduce kids and adults into the needlework world. Why not get the kids even more involved and excited about … Read More...
by Pam Pedersen
Want to spruce up your house without spending a ton of money? Belinda Graham at Tutesplus.com created this tutorial for embroidering a lampshade. It is an easy project, but can take … Read More...
by Pam Pedersen
I love learning a new stitch or technique. So many times I stitch the same style over and over again…that’s why I am glad that Bee’s Knees Industries created this Long and Short Stitch tutorial for me to try … Read More...
by Pam Pedersen
I love the idea of using canvas to embroider on. I have tried it a couple of times but nothing like the tutorial from I Heart Nap Time . It is … Read More...
We’ve been waiting for the new mold from Colour de Verre and they haven’t disappointed with their new molds to make adorable votive holders. Beautiful glass candle holders that will twinkle and sparkle as the light dances inside. The guys … Read More...
by Pam Pedersen
I am in full support of bunnies wearing cute necklace. I’m sure that we can make a rule about that. If you are a cute little felt bunny, you must wear an adorable accessories. Hugs Are Fun created this darling … Read More...
by Pam Pedersen
You know when you see something so clever that you just think to yourself, “Why didn’t I think of that?” I’m having one of those moments. So September stitched up these charming hoops using various stitches and rick rack. Not … Read More...
by Pam Pedersen
I remember growing up in the 80’s and feeling so fancy by owning a monogram sweater. I wore that sweater out! It looks like the monogram is making a comeback. Everywhere I turn, I see monograms and initials. I love … Read More...
by Pam Pedersen
Meredith Crawford of One Sheepish Girl shares her tutorial for an embroidered notebook On Mollie Makes Tuesday Tutorial. The step-by-step instructions, along with pictures, make this project easy enough for the beginning stitcher. … Read More...
by Pam Pedersen
Sure you could do the same old dye job for your Easter eggs this year…but why would you want to when you can stitch up this adorable Felt Easter Egg. … Read More...
If you have kids or grandkids, one project that is fun and almost a necessity is a tooth fairy pillow. Kelly at My Simple Walk has created a tutorial that shows how to take a completed piece of needlework and … Read More...
As I wandered around Facebook I came across this notice…Hot Glass Houston is having it’s largest sale ever! They’re selling the business. As a well established business in the glass community this could be an amazing opportunity for anyone … Read More...
Janet M. Perry over at Nuts About Needlepoint is anticipating all the cooking this week and with cooking comes scraps. She’s gathered up some resources for ideas on how to use those scraps for experimenting with using them to dye … Read More...
Mary of Needle ‘N Thread has been sharing lots of information about Tambour Embroidery and now she has worked up a video that shows the basic chain stitch. You will be able to practice the stitch backwards and forwards after … Read More...