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Seriously, who looks like this? I’ll tell you who, this model from Rowan’s Magazine #46. And this gorgeous shawl she’s sporting.
Magazine 46 offers forty-eight knit and crocheted designs, garments and accessories, for women and men. Also available are eight … Read More...
David Fisher of About.com has shared his recipe for a luscious cold process shaving soap. The recipe includes a high amount of castor oil for a nice, thick lather and cosmetic clay to help purify your skin as a bonus. Find…
Prima is giving away this fabulous collection of their products on the Prima Blog. Click here to go to giveaway.
Laura from We Wilsons is giving away downloads of her new When Pigs Fly softie pattern for a limited time. Isn’t he adorable?? The wings are attached with a button, which makes them easily removable. Go to the free pattern, but…
Laura from We Wilsons is giving away downloads of her new When Pigs Fly softie pattern for a limited time. Isn’t he adorable?? The wings are attached with a button, which makes them easily removable. Go to the free pattern… Read More...
Get ready for fall and get a jumpstart on those Christmas gifts.
Pack a lunch and join other knitters, crafters and suppliers for the Surrey Museum’s annual Pic-Knit event on Aug. 8, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Shop at the Fibre…
Get ready for fall and get a jumpstart on those Christmas gifts.
Pack a lunch and join other knitters, crafters and suppliers for the Surrey Museum’s annual Pic-Knit event on Aug. 8, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Shop at … Read More...
Ellen from The Long Thread shows how to make this sweet fabric version of Little Red Riding Hood. She’s easily made using fabrics from your scrap bin. Get the how-to.
[photo from The Long Thread]
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Ellen from The Long Thread shows how to make this sweet fabric version of Little Red Riding Hood. She’s easily made using fabrics from your scrap bin. Get the how-to.
[photo from The Long Thread]
Looking for more Softie … Read More...
sudukc uses random-stitch needlepoint to create the illusion of animal fur and similar textures. And she’s sharing her secrets! See how she does it.
Many thanks to Janet Perry of Nuts About Needlepoint for pointing to this excellent blog.
sudukc uses random-stitch needlepoint to create the illusion of animal fur and similar textures. And she’s sharing her secrets! See how she does it.
What is the definition of Random Stitch Embroidery? Random stitch embroidery concentrates on color effects … Read More...
Holy mackeroly! Here’s your chance to take classes from and do three needlepoint projects with stitching expert Janet Perry — all the while enjoying an Alaskan cruise! Is that a dream vacation or what! Get the details from Janet’s blog.
Holy mackeroly! Here’s your chance to take classes from and do three needlepoint projects with stitching expert Janet Perry — all the while enjoying an Alaskan cruise! Is that a dream vacation or what! Get the details from Janet’s blog
Robin Atkins of Beadlust has revealed her Bead Journal Project for July, and you have to see it! The tribute to her dad incorporates what appears to be one of his neckties. The beading and stitching are exquisite, of course; and there’s a…
I get so excited when Elsa Mora feels like stitching. Check out the gorgeous applique, embroidery, and beadwork on this brooch. Such incredible detail on such a tiny canvas! This particular brooch has sold in Elsa’s Etsy shop, but she promises…
I get so excited when Elsa Mora feels like stitching. Check out the gorgeous applique, embroidery, and beadwork on this brooch. Such incredible detail on such a tiny canvas! This particular brooch has sold in Elsa’s Etsy shop, but … Read More...
Mary Corbet of Needle ‘n’ Thread blog has found something delicious: silk purl thread. This product has been resurrected (perhaps only briefly) by the Plimoth Plantation 17th century jacket project. You’ll enjoy Mary’s description, explanation of how it’s stitched, and excellent photos.…
Create this quick but beautiful greeting card with a few stitches on paper. The pattern and instructions are free from Make and Takes.
From July 28th to 30th, during CHA Summer, Making Memories will be revealing their new lines on their blog as well as giving away prizes. Click here for more info.
From July 28th to 30th, during CHA Summer, Making Memories will be revealing their new lines on their blog as well as giving away prizes. Click here for more info.