This weekend isn’t yet over, but it’s not too early to start planning for the next, which should be a good one for anyone in the Boston area: It’s the first-ever Recraft Fair, which features an afternoon of recycled craft … Read More...
Hardanger – traditional and elegant
I’ve heard a lot of times that many don’t try Hardanger, because they find it too difficult to handle. They love it, but because it looks very complicated, they are afraid. I’ve to admit, Hardanger can be challenging and intricate … Read More...
Online Needlework Show
and it’s THE time of the year again. Make a big fat note in your diary that the online needlework show is opening its doors again from the 17th October 07 – 22nd October 07. If you are … Read More...
Must-Have Hardanger Books
When I started embroidering Hardanger, I bought 2 instruction books from Janice Love: Basics & Beyond + Fundamentals made Fancy. They are superbly written and illustrated. I can’t recommend them enough for everyone who wants to learn Hardanger. … Read More...
Dirt-Cheap Dorm Room Furniture
Continuing with the theme of back to school, here’s a frugal — and green — idea for dorm room design: cardboard furniture. While you may not be able to craft Frank Gehry’s award-winning, high-design Wiggle Chair (retail $875, shown), I … Read More...
Saturday’s Scrappin Question: How Do You Organize Your Scrapbooking Ideas
How do you organize your scrapbooking ideas?
 I personally don’t have a good system yet, but I think this idea from Craftster is a great idea for storing layout ideas.
Which Scented Candle Are You?
Here’s a quiz on what scented candle you are just for fun.
Which Scented Candle Are You?
Cinnamon. You are spicy, mysterious and the rest of the candle shelf is jealous of you because you over power them all.
Take … Read More...
Quick and Easy Layout Ideas
 There’s no need to spend hours slaving to get an impressive looking layout. These layouts at Scrapbooks Etc. were created in just 15 minutes!
Paper Piecing Offers Accuracy
Quilters, have you tried your hand at paper piecing?
 
‘Tulips’ pattern from MH Designs.
Paper piecing, or foundation piecing, is another tool to consider adding to your quilter’s toolbox. Paper piecing offers accuracy and seemingly intricate piecing without … Read More...
Adventures in Cross Stitching
On Friday’s it’s my intention to highlight a blog. Not really to speak to that blogger but to direct you folks to all that cross stitch bloggy talent out there. I won’t say that every blogger stays on topic all … Read More...
Glow in the Dark Gel Candles
Here’s a cool looking glow in the dark novelty candle from Happy Candles. The glow lasts quite awhile but needs to be recharged with light eventually. It burns for 72 hours and you can order … Read More...
Free pattern offer!
Here’s a great offer from Sew News to inspire you! No excuse now!
Special Offer
Free Pattern!
McCall’s/Sew News
The Fashion Collection
Fall 2007
For a limited time, Sew News readers may order McCall�s 5480 FREE… Read More...
Insulated Totes for Drink Bottles
 | These can be made for any size bottle you may have, just adjust the cutting size. Â Insulated Totes For Soda & Water Bottles Bring your own beverage to parades and community events and keep them cold. |
Back-to-School Notebooks: Part 2
I’m glad I’m not the only one who sneaks a few paint chip samples just to have pretty colors on hand. Maia from Lollipoop Designs (no, that’s not a typo) creates these too-cute Paint Sample Notebooks in an array of … Read More...
Save The Scraps! Using Scraps To Create Beautiful Cards
AN OVERLOOKED CROCHET THREAD
I love cotton carpet warp. Never heard of it? Well, you wouldn’t be the only crocheter whose never seen or heard of carpet warp. It comes in fibers other than cotton, but cotton is my favorite. It’s not easy … Read More...
Back-to-School Notebooks: Part 1
Make schoolwork a bit more exciting by studying with Cap’n Crunch, Count Chocula or (shown) Toucan Sam! Etsy member Nature Made Scents has created a few fun notebooks using cereal boxes as covers. How about using Alpha-Bits for English class? … Read More...
Dipped Tapered Candles
Today I tried my hand at the ancient tradition of dipping candles. I decided upon the color black but after the chips melted they were purple. Both my daughter and husband informed me it was purple but I was in … Read More...
How Fast They Grow – Scrapbooking The Little Ones
How Fast They Grow is a website that offers parents a way to scrapbook the digital photos of their little ones that is not only quick, but impressive looking. I think their albums are just darling and I can imagine … Read More...
Floss Information
Here’s a breif and concise article to help you with that tricky floss selection! It from Better Homes and Gardens, you should check out their other articles while your there.
Then you should hop over here to delight in the … Read More...