Whether you’re cutting something on the straight grain, or need to offset a pattern piece at an angle from the straight grain, knowing where the threads run is crucial to the success of many sewing projects. Wee Folk Art shows how…
Sneak Peek: Love by Amy Butler
You can grab a sneak peek at Amy Butler’s newest line over at The Fat Quarter Shop. The name of the line is Love, and it’s due out in December. I know what’s going on my Christmas list… Link to…
Sneak Peek: Love by Amy Butler
You can grab a sneak peek at Amy Butler’s newest line over at The Fat Quarter Shop. The name of the line is Love, and it’s due out in December. I know what’s going on my Christmas list… Link to … Read More...
What can you make with a charm pack?
You may think there’s not much that can be made with a 5-inch square of fabric, but when you collect a stack of 5-inch fabric squares (a charm pack) it turns out that there’s a lot you can do with…
What can you make with a charm pack?
You may think there’s not much that can be made with a 5-inch square of fabric, but when you collect a stack of 5-inch fabric squares (a charm pack) it turns out that there’s a lot you can do with … Read More...
Tutorial: Gumpaste Daisies
This will cover all the boo-boos
My massage therapist kept saying, “ooh the boo-boos!” in a baby voice to me this weekend since I am covered in black and blue marks and scrapes from a minor bike accident.
I wih I had had this cute bandage shinkydink…
This will cover all the boo-boos
My massage therapist kept saying, “ooh the boo-boos!” in a baby voice to me this weekend since I am covered in black and blue marks and scrapes from a minor bike accident.
I wih I had had this cute bandage … Read More...
Tea towel round up – What’s not to love about an anatomical heart?
SKinny Laminx has some verrry cute tea towels all designed and printed by herself using local materials.
The Ikea one is my favoritee, I can imagine going through Ikea withdrawal if I lived somewhere without one. Now, did she make up…
Felty Friend from Disney Family Fun
These are the cutest friends for you and your children to make using felt. There is a pattern template for the clothing and step-by-step pictorial instructions. Make an entire family or a place holder for a child’s party or have…
Artist Profile: Namaste Glass
My first encounter with Namaste Glass was many years ago. I was driving through Silver Lake, one of the neighborhoods in Los Angeles, and I saw a sign that said blown glass. Glass? Blown glass? I had to stop and see…
Artist Profile: Namaste Glass
My first encounter with Namaste Glass was many years ago. I was driving through Silver Lake, one of the neighborhoods in Los Angeles, and I saw a sign that said blown glass. Glass? Blown glass? I had to stop and … Read More...
Inspiration: Stamped Table Runner
image by Creative Jewish Mom
Take a look at this stunning stamped table runner made by Creative Jewish Mom, visit her blog for more cool creations.
I found this on the Craft Gossip Flickr group page. If you’d like to have a…
DIY Ice Cream Parlour
As found via Gordon Gossip, a stroll through the ice cream parlour at Eat Drink Chic is an absolute must. CLICK HERE to follow the step-by-steps (brilliantly photographed) for creating your own ice cream parlour wedding or party buffet, including free downloads…
Back to School Ideas
Get a variety of ideas for scrapbooking Back to School in these two articles. Coffee Break has posted a variety of subjects you can capture at this time including school shopping and registration. Click here to go to article. Joy Madison…
Back to School Ideas
Get a variety of ideas for scrapbooking Back to School in these two articles. Coffee Break has posted a variety of subjects you can capture at this time including school shopping and registration. Click here to go to article. Joy … Read More...
Tutorial: “Fauxthroplogie” Necklace from Saucy’s Sprinkles
Saucy’s Sprinkels posted an excellent tutorial on a self invented version of necklaces at Anthropology and Urban Outfitters. Great photos and instructions included. Plus pictures of a very yummy looking cake!
Definitely a A+ for ingenuity and a great use for left over…
Leftover fabric scraps make great modern quilt blocks
Over at Linda Permann’s blog Linda Made she posted these fabulous quilt blocks. They are made from scraps of fabric which is my absolute favorite type of fabric to work with. I like the randomness of what scraps have to offer.…
Consider your stuffing options
In their article, Understanding Filler Materials, the folks at Sew4Home discuss the many options for stuffing handmade pillows. Go to the article.
[photo from Sew4Home]
Different Types Of Pillow Stuffing And which to use
In their article, Understanding Filler Materials, the folks at Sew4Home discuss the many options for stuffing handmade pillows. Go to the article.
[photo from Sew4Home]
Have you seen those snuggle chairs and sensory beanbags such as Kloudsac that … Read More...