Are you looking for a great all in one paper crafting machine? One that dry embosses, die cuts, laminates and adds adhesive?? Then the Creatopia is for you, it does all those things in one machine! Check out this detailed … Read More...
The art of Furoshiki – Using cloth to wrap packages
I found this great visual explanation on how to use cloth to wrap gifts on a Japanese government website. You can use any square or rectangular cloth.
Furoshiki (???, furoshiki) are a type of traditional Japanese wrapping cloth that were frequently used…
Knitting Socks, Breaking It Down
Canadian Country Woman has an excellent article (complete with pictures!) on making it easy to knit socks. After you’ve gotten that down, there are tips for the advanced sock maker. With these tips, you can take any yarn and make…
Knitting Socks, Breaking It Down
Canadian Country Woman has an excellent article (complete with pictures!) on making it easy to knit socks. After you’ve gotten that down, there are tips for the advanced sock maker. With these tips, you can take any yarn and make … Read More...
Tutoria: Superhero arm cuffs
Melissa from The Polka Dot Chair made these fabulous arm cuffs to finish out her daughter’s superhero costume. She shares a quick tutorial in case your superhero needs a pair, too. Go to the tutorial.
[photo from The Polka Dot Chair]
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Tutoria: Superhero arm cuffs
Melissa from The Polka Dot Chair made these fabulous arm cuffs to finish out her daughter’s superhero costume. She shares a quick tutorial in case your superhero needs a pair, too. Go to the tutorial.
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Tutorial: Patchwork lanyard
Mairuru shows how to make a patchwork lanyard out of fabric scraps. I love the mix or color and pattern on the thin cotton straps! Go to the tutorial.
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Tutorial: Patchwork lanyard
Congrats to Turtle!
She won the Intentional Spinner book giveaway! Some of you have asked about my puppy. Because he picks the giveaways. The only thing I can tell you is that he gets this funny look on his face when I read…
Tutorial: Big bad wolf costume for dogs
You know your dog is just big ole teddy bear, but on Halloween let him pretend to be a much fiercer big, bad wolf. Craftzine shares a tutorial for making a wolf hood out of faux fur. Who knows, maybe someone…
Sewing Pattern – Big bad wolf costume for dogs
You know your dog is just big ole teddy bear, but on Halloween let him pretend to be a much fiercer big, bad wolf. I love these faux fur wolf hoods featured at Craftzine! Who knows, maybe someone will fill … Read More...
Tutorial: Adult tank to toddler’s halter dress
Shelly from I Like the Way You Do… shows how she made this halter dress out of an adult ribbed tank top. She added some gathered organza to the bottom for the skirt. Very cool! Go to the tutorial.
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Tutorial: Adult tank to toddler’s halter dress
Shelly from I Like the Way You Do… shows how she made this halter dress out of an adult ribbed tank top. She added some gathered organza to the bottom for the skirt. Very cool! Go to the tutorial.
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Shop: Alisa Burke Hand Carved Stamps
image by Alisa Burke
Using large hand carved stamps can add just the perfect touch to your home decor projects like pillows, rugs and walls. Check out Alisa Burke’s shop on Etsy for some fabulous unique hand carved stamps.
-Heather
…Shop: Alisa Burke Hand Carved Stamps
Using large hand carved stamps can add just the perfect touch to your home decor projects like pillows, rugs and walls. Check out Alisa Burke’s shop on Etsy for some fabulous unique hand carved stamps.
-Heather
Creepy Cocktail Garnish
Find tips on making creepy skewers for Halloween cocktails HERE at Cathie Filian.
Creepy Cocktail Garnish
Find tips on making creepy skewers for Halloween cocktails HERE at Cathie Filian.
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Allie gets an “A” for Poppy
Allison Ann Aller of Allie’s in Stitches blog shows us step-by-step how to make the Poppy flower from the book A-Z of Silk Ribbon Flowers by Ann Cox. Don’t you love her base block? Nicely done. Go here to see her demo.
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Bullseye at SOFA in Chicago
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If you’re going to be in the Chicago area November 6-8, 2009 head over to SOFA, the Sculpture Objects and Functional Art Fair being held at the Navy Pier’s Festival Hall. This is a show I’ve always wanted to attend…
Bullseye at SOFA in Chicago
If you’re going to be in the Chicago area November 6-8, 2009 head over to SOFA, the Sculpture Objects and Functional Art Fair being held at the Navy Pier’s Festival Hall. This is a show I’ve always wanted to … Read More...