It’s game day at Gudrun’s World blog. To get us ready for the Cross Country Christmas Hop starting Nov 9, today she is posting a baby picture of a designer and if we guess who it is we get … Read More...
In the ‘Animals Up To Something’ category
Mice are always up to something whether it be exploding fireworks all over the place or hiding behind the fridge eating all your cupcakes.
Dandy Lion Press has a number of animals up to something cards and the like, all … Read More...
Inspiration du Jour – Cayla73
Get more inspiration from her gallery and blog.
Tutorial: Toddler leg warmers from adult knee socks
Keep your toddler’s legs warm this winter with a pair of leg warmers. You can make a pair easily out of adult knee socks. Confessions of a Sewing Dork shows you how. Get the tutorial.
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GAS at SOFA
I’ve mentioned SOFA, the International Expositions of Sculptural Objects and Functional Art Show because of the appearances of Bullseye and the Corning Museum of Glass’ Hot Glass RoadShow. This post is about GAS, the Glass Art Society being … Read More...
Design Contest: Moonstone
The jewelry store, David Kodner Personal Jewelers wrote to tell us about their current design competition which is open to designers of all levels.
The designs need to be based around the moonstone illustrated here. The top five designs will … Read More...
Tutorial: Sew a toddler-sized bubble skirt
Mommabear from Smashed Peas and Carrots shows how to make a little bubble skirt for a toddler. You can easily adjust the measurements for a bigger girl if you need. Go to the tutorial.
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Tutorial: Reversible circular placemat covers
Kirsty from kootoy00 made these reversible covers to fit over some circular cork placemats, and shares a tutorial showing how she did it. She says they’re fast to make, which makes them extremely giftable. Go to the tutorial.
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Easy Apple (and Snickers) Dumplings
These apple and snickers dumplings from Bright Ideas sound so yummy and easy to make.
[tags]apples, dumplings, candy bars, Fall[/tags]
Gold Cupcakes
Tutorial: Fabric napkins to set a pretty table
Not only are fabric napkins an earth-friendly choice, they also make for a pretty table setting. Sew4Home shows how you can make a set of fabric napkins out of your favorite fabric print. Go to the tutorial.
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Daintiest cross stitch that ever was
I just can’t help but still love any non traditional cross stitch or embroidery. Can you imagine going to your grandmother’s house and seeing this hanging in her cluttered doily infested bathroom? I will be that grandmother…
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Woven Willow Vest From Fiddlesticks Knitting
Another new vest pattern for the season. I really like this one, it’s decorative enough for the office but yet could be understated and work perfectly with jeans. It could also be a necessary layer (for those of us up … Read More...
Tutorial: Attaching a neckband to a t-shirt
Christine from Christine Sews shows how to attach a neckband to a t-shirt. Looking at a finished t-shirt, it seems as if this would be fairly complex. In reality, it’s a simple process. Get the how-to.
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Tutorial: Burlap acorns
Rebekah from REal Ideas shows how to make these oversized burlap acorns. The tops are made from real acorn lids. These unique decorations would be a great addition to your fall decor. Go to the tutorial.
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Tutorial: Armchair organizer with vintage graphics
Cathe Holden from Just Something I Made shows how to make this lovely armchair or sofa organizer out of a pair of plain white dinner napkins. She used T-shirt transfer sheets to add the vintage graphics, which she shares at … Read More...
Shop: Digital Stamp Oasis
I recently came across the most adorable digital stamp shop on Etsy called Digital Stamp Oasis, they have the cutest squirrel images around, so sweet and perfect for all your fall papercrafting needs!
-Heather
Looking for more digital stamps … Read More...
Free patterns and charts
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...
Free patterns and charts: Christmas
If you’re looking for an exciting way to express your holiday cheer this year, why not give embroidery a try? Embroidery is a fun, creative way to decorate clothes, accessories, and decorations with festive holiday designs. Plus, there are plenty … Read More...
Giveaway: Holiday Themed Supplies
Nancy Nally is giving away this package of Halloween themed supplies as well as Winter and Christmas themed packages. Giveaway ends November 8th. Click here to go to giveaway.
Are you looking for more Christmas Holiday papers and supplies? … Read More...