Independent craft blog since 2007
Full circle yarn, made from recycled fibers. It’s spun from a blend of merino and highland wool fibers that would have been discarded, allowing for reduced waste and conservation of natural resources.
Ok, that’s what Knit Picks says.
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I agree that everything tastes better on a stick. And I simply must find those colorful lollipop sticks. Make animal cookie truffle pops HERE at Little Food Junction.
On Saturday morning, February 4th I hopped the Metra train and traveled 90 minutes south to Union Station in downtown Chicago. Waiting for me at a little cafe for breakfast was my friend Wendy Piersall, author of Mom Blogging For … Read More...
How posh to send your wedding invitation in a box! Jinky Kowalski of Jinky’s Crafts shares a budget-friendly tutorial for making your own over at the May Arts Ribbon blog. Thanks for the inspiration Jinky!
Ilene from Come On, Ilene! gave an old cardigan sweater new life as a cowl scarf. The chunky cable knit and buttons look pretty cool on the cowl, don’t you think? It’s a quick, easy project and she has a … Read More...
Sew4Home shows how to make this handy little caddy for organizing your sewing notions. They made it from a cute Hello Kitty fabric, and then made a matching Hello Kitty pincushion. Cute!!! Get the tutorial.
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If you ever wanted to learn to wet felt wool to dying it and then creating a stunning brooch, this is the tutorial for you. Galafilc form the Russian Team on ETSY, creates amazing and unique hand felted items. Today … Read More...
When it comes to planning a wedding, the details are what make the celebration truly special. And what better way to make your day memorable than by incorporating eco-friendly and creative touches that reflect your love for both your partner … Read More...
Virginia Spiegel‘s fund-raiser for the American Cancer Society, Foto/Fiber 2012, was a resounding success, meeting its goal of garnering more than $7000 in two days for this worthy cause. Well done! I’m so pleased to tell you that I … Read More...
Take a look at this cool tutorial from the Silly Pearl Handmade showing you how to make this versatile ribbon necklace that can be worn many ways – including as a bracelet! Stephanie is busy crafting a bunch of these … Read More...
Melissa from Melly Sews shows how to make a gathered fabric flower. Her version of the fabric flower uses two layers of gathered petals and a pretty bead finishing off the center. She put it on a headband to make … Read More...
Suzanne from Just Another Hangup shares a free pattern and tutorial on her blog for making her Snap Trap Lil’ Kids Wallet. The small fabric pouch has two pockets – the zippered pocket across the front that you can easily … Read More...
Terra from Mama Says Sew guest blogs at Prudent Baby with a tutorial showing how to make a retro-inspired top for a little girl. The Peter Pan collar is all sweetness. She has a free pattern for a size 3T/4T. … Read More...
Jennifer Overstreet from Gable House Quilting and Designs shares a tutorial at Moda Bake Shop showing how to make a handy organizing caddy. Thanks to a weighted sand pocket at the top, the bag can hang from the side of … Read More...
Marissa from Rae Gunshares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make a pouch style baby carrier. It’s easy to slip on and allows for hands-free baby carrying. Get the tutorial at Rae Gun Ramblings.
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My immediate reaction upon spotting these Operation cookies was laughter. Then appreciation. Then nostalgia. Then awe. Wow, that packs a lot of punch in a cookie. Bravo to Oh Sugar! Events for having such an effect. Find the Operation cookies … Read More...
These hidden treasure cupcakes seem both elaborate and do-able. Ay, matey, me thinks they are a thumbs up. (Or hook?) Find the how-tos reprinted HERE at Cute Everything from Taste of Home.
