Threads Magazine shows how to make a blanket stitch. Use this stitch as a decorative edge stitch or to finish the edges of an applique. Go to the tutorial.
[photo from Threads Magazine]
…Tutorial: How do make a blanket stitch
Threads Magazine shows how to make a blanket stitch. Use this stitch as a decorative edge stitch or to finish the edges of an applique. Go to the tutorial.
[photo from Threads Magazine]
[tags]sewing, tutorial, blanket, stitch, edge[/tags]
Sweet Bones
What a clever, easy idea from epicurious: mini bones made from white chocolate, pretzels and mini marshmallows. That’s it. 3 ingredients. Find the how-tos HERE.
Sweet Bones
What a clever, easy idea from epicurious: mini bones made from white chocolate, pretzels and mini marshmallows. That’s it. 3 ingredients. Find the how-tos HERE.
[tags]chocolate, pretzels, Halloween, bones[/tags]
Tutorial: Easy pincushion in just 4 seams
These pretty little pincushions by Some Art Mama are so simple to sew, they can be made with just 4 seams. You can find out how to make them at her blog, Some Art Talk. Go to the tutorial.
[photo from Some Art…
Tutorial: Easy pincushion in just 4 seams
These pretty little pincushions by Some Art Mama are so simple to sew, they can be made with just 4 seams. You can find out how to make them at her blog, Some Art Talk. Go to the tutorial.… Read More...
Tutorial: Easy dropwaist dress from a t-shirt
Christina from 3 Sweet P’s shows how you can make this pretty dress just by adding some fabric to the bottom of a t-shirt. I’m loving the dropwaist tiered skirt! Go to the tutorial.
[photo from 3 Sweet P's]
Tutorial: Easy dropwaist dress from a t-shirt
Christina from 3 Sweet P’s shows how you can make this pretty dress just by adding some fabric to the bottom of a t-shirt. I’m loving the dropwaist tiered skirt! Go to the tutorial.
[photo from 3 Sweet P’s… Read More...
Free charts: A little more cross-stitch
(1) Egypte scarabé from Accueil
(2) Daisy Trellis Border from Connie G. Barwick of About.com
(3) Mes dessous Chics from Cachounette
(4) Kitty in a hot air balloon from Happy Threads
(5) Petites feuilles from Val’ en croix
(6) Geranium from Happy Threads
(7) MatriochKalsacienne from Le blog de Vick
(8)…
Free charts: A little more cross-stitch
“In Paris, everything looks like dessert”
I have Paris on my mind of late. CLICK HERE to see this brilliant video by Susan Hochbaum, a montage of sweets matching the details of Paris, big and small. (Found via happy lady eats.)
Gift Idea: Hot Orange Spice Mix
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Free hand-embroidery patterns
Free hand-embroidery patterns
We’ve chosen the best hand-embroidery patterns for you to attempt this week! We offer something for everyone, whether you’re a novice or a seasoned veteran. Our free cross-stitch patterns range from simple cross-stitch patterns to more complex floral and animal … Read More...
More free cross-stitch charts
(1) Biscornu 31 from Aurelle
(2) Marque ta page chat from BricoTrucsAstuces
(3) Bonheur (happiness) from LE TRIC,LE CROC,LA BROD D ISAZABELLE
(4) La zen attitude from LE TRIC,LE CROC,LA BROD D ISAZABELLE
(5) Le signe du scorpion from COMME LA CIGALE
(6) Un petit coeur d’été from Le Blog d’Atelier Savoir Faire
(7)…
More free cross-stitch charts
Project: Stamped Paper Doll Ornament
image by Stampington and Co.
This wonderful paper doll ornament has such a great vintage feel to it, made with stamps from Catherine Moore and using glass glitter for a bit of sparkle, it would look stunning on any tree! Click…
Project: Stamped Paper Doll Ornament
This wonderful paper doll ornament has such a great vintage feel to it, made with stamps from Catherine Moore and using glass glitter for a bit of sparkle, it would look stunning on any tree! Click here for the instructions.… Read More...
Perfect Big Sister-Little Sister Project!
Yarn Dolls! Remember when we used to make these? They were fun, and certainly kept us busy and out of trouble. Mostly.
And, the directions are on Spud and Chloe’s blog, here: http://www.spudandchloe.com/blog/2009/10/old-fashioned-yarn-dolls/
This might just be the perfect way to ignite…
Free cross-stitch charts
(1) Roses from Madame Chantilly Cross Stitch
(2) Four-leaf pansy from Happy Threads
(3) Flower border from CHEZ BRODAGUM
(4) Pansy border from Happy Threads
(5) Silhouette from Cachounette
(6) Robert Pattinson from Cross Stitcher Magazine (via feeling stitchy)
(7) Super Maman from Le blog de Vick
(8) A Walk in the…