FreePatterns.com says, “Sew or no-sew, felt makes pillow crafting a breeze!” The pattern for this appliqued-pillow project, designed by Ursula Michael, is free for your personal use. Get the pattern.
Giveaway: Black CQ “jewels”
To celebrate her birthday, Pat of Bird Nest on the Ground is giving gifts. You could receive this lovely CQ heart pin plus “a selection of black jewels” from her collection (delicas, novelty beads, buttons, and more). Go to Pat’s blog post to…
Video portrait of a needle artist
Oh, my! You have to see this video showcasing the incredible free-motion embroidery of Indian artist Rita Rakshit–on a treadle sewing machine! Many thanks to Lakshmi of Hand Embroidery from Sadalas for sharing this link. See the video.
October Stitch Explorer Challenge
SharonB (Pin Tangle) has announced the October Stitch Explorer Challenge: laidwork foundations. To see abundant links to resources and to join in the fun, see SharonB’s blog post.
Christmas-y CQ seam treatment
If you’re doing a bit of Christmas CQ stitchery, you’re going to want to include this seam treatment charted by Shawkl. Wouldn’t this rock as a multicolor design! Shawkl has posted quite a few new charts recently in her Twelve…
Christmas-y CQ seam treatment
If you’re doing a bit of Christmas CQ stitchery, you’re going to want to include this seam treatment charted by Shawkl. Wouldn’t this rock as a multicolor design! Shawkl has posted quite a few new charts recently in her … Read More...
Tip: Alternating needlepoint stitches
Janet Perry (Nuts About Needlepoint) has come up with a simple but brilliant trick for staying on track while stitching an alternating stitch. She says,
This technique will work with ANY stitch that alternates and goes over only one intersection. That means…
Tips: Embroidery on perforated paper
I have a little stash of perforated paper that I bought on a whim, but I’ve never come up with a use for it. Thanks to Mary Corbet (Needle ‘n’ Thread), the stash is likely to become a collection of…
Tips: Embroidery on perforated paper
I have a little stash of perforated paper that I bought on a whim, but I’ve never come up with a use for it. Thanks to Mary Corbet (Needle ‘n’ Thread), the stash is likely to become a … Read More...
Left-handed stitcher’s bible is ready for preorder
Lefty alert: Yvette Stanton’s major opus is available for preorder. The new work is The Left-Handed Embroiderer’s Companion: A Step-by-Step Stitch Dictionary. If you follow Yvette’s blog, White Threads, you know what a labor of love this book has been and…
Left-handed stitcher’s bible is ready for preorder
Lefty alert: Yvette Stanton‘s major opus is available for preorder. The new work is The Left-Handed Embroiderer’s Companion: A Step-by-Step Stitch Dictionary
. If you follow Yvette’s blog, White Threads, you know what a labor of love this … Read More...
Free embroidery patterns from Sprite Stitch
If you’re crazy for Sprite Stitch’s lively game-inspired images, here’s a huge treat: Servotron has compiled a master list of free patterns posted on the Sprite Stitch discussion board. Pure gold! See the list of links.
Free embroidery patterns from Sprite Stitch
If you’re crazy for Sprite Stitch’s lively game-inspired images, here’s a huge treat: Servotron has compiled a master list of free patterns posted on the Sprite Stitch discussion board. Pure gold! See the list of links.
Fit to be tied ruffle scarf tutorial
Recycled Sweater Wool Mittens (HOW TOs)
There has been an interest in making mittens from recycled wool sweaters. Following are the links to several good blogs and sites that show you just how to make these beauties. I thought that I would post this early for…
DIY Cake Stand
I love this idea for a DIY cake stand made from cake boards, cans, and scrapbooking paper. Find the how-tos HERE at Prudent Baby.
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Healthy Jack O’Lantern Fruit Cups For Halloween
Check out this healthy addition to a Halloween party–Jack O’ Lantern Fruit Cups–at Pennies on a Platter. Find the how-tos HERE.
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Tutorial: Oven hand mitt
Amy from The Idea Room shows how to make these oven hand mitts. These would make great Christmas gifts! Gift them by themselves, or pair them a pretty pie plate and include a favorite recipe. Go to the tutorial.
[photo from The…
Tutorial: Oven hand mitt
Amy from The Idea Room shows how to make these oven hand mitts. These would make great Christmas gifts! Gift them by themselves, or pair them a pretty pie plate and include a favorite recipe. Go to the tutorial.… Read More...
Tutorial: Reversible twirly skirt with big bow
Cupkateer shares a tutorial for making this reversible twirly skirt with a big bow at the waist. How cute! Go to the tutorial.
[photo from Cupkateer]
[via Someday Crafts]
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