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After the last post on cross-stitch tattoos, we thought, why restrict ourselves to just cross-stitch? Tattooing is an art form just like knitting, cross-stitch and sewing.
So, we searched and found this post created by a BuzzFeed staffer that … Read More...
If you have a bench that needs a cushion (or a replacement cushion), you could buy one. Selection will probably be limited and you’ll pay a pretty penny. Or, you could make one yourself and choose your own fabrics and … Read More...
Amy from Ameroonie Designs shows how you can make this toddler-sized backpack. It can hold a change of clothes and a favorite stuffed animal for a sleepover at grandparents’ house. Or how about a couple of favorite books and some … Read More...
Purl Soho charms with its pretty paint color in a historic building. This week’s nominee is located in New York City. It’s been fun to focus on the form (like a good summer read) when it comes to fabric shops. … Read More...
The Artist Stamper blog has directions for making this lovely stamped card inspired by the artist Gustav Klimt.
-Heather
Check out this stunning blanket! Sheri LB pointed it out to me. I have such great crochet friends who point out online lovelies to me. This one offers both a free pattern, a picture tutorial, as well as video help. … Read More...
Almost all of the polymer clay work I do involves canes – canes to make beads, to decorate bowls with, to add to sculpted pieces. Some of those are simple canes and some are more complex. One type I’ve done … Read More...
These loopy flowers look like they’d be so much fun to make! Yoonie from Yoonie at Home shares a tutorial showing how. There’s no sewing required, just cutting and gluing and rolling to make fabulous blooms. The yarn and felt … Read More...
Lola Nova refashioned a large men’s button up shirt into this smart retro style sundress. Amazing! She shares a tutorial showing how she did it. Her refashion makes use of just about every bit of the shirt. You’ll need a … Read More...
Lindsey from Fort Worth Fabric Studio shares a tutorial for making this strawberry burlap bunting. The bright fabric toppers and those strawberry appliques are cute, cute, cute! Change out the applique shape and the color scheme, and you can make … Read More...
Did you know you can add ink directly to your plastic embossing plates for a cool faux letter press look? The October Afternoon blog has the how to.
-Heather
The newest issue of Twist Collective has been released, and it’s full of great projects for fall. There’s a lot of heavy cabling, stranded colorwork, textured stitches and other details that make for fun, warm and striking knitting.
In addition … Read More...
Cheryl from Sew Can Do shows how you can make this poolside bucket tote and matching beach blanket. The bucket tote is pieced from a handful of coordinating prints. Knotted rope and grommets make the nautical style handles. It’s big … Read More...
Since I have a boy, Frozen isn’t too big of a deal at my house. But, I know my neices would love to receive any of the DIY Frozen Party Favors featured on the Chickabug Blog. This impressive roundup of … Read More...
For kids, back to school are three dirty words…to parents, those words are better than hitting the jackpot in Las Vegas. I can’t believe that we are on the downside of summer. So many of my friends have been telling … Read More...
While surfing the web this morning, this amazing piece of beadwork caught my eye. I was absolutely blown away by the details and by the amount of work in this piece entitled, Cinderella by Sushicandy on Craftster.org. I can not … Read More...
With all of the summer road trips and vacations we have been taking this summer, it’s sure to have been taking a toll on our vehicle tires. Keep these projects in mind before you take your car in for a … Read More...
Lauren Dahl from Selvage Designs and Baste + Gather shares a free pattern for her Cupcake Dress for little girls. It’s a sweet empire waist halter dress. Elastic in the back is a comfortable fit and allows the dress to … Read More...
Do you have a space you have been trying to find the perfect piece of art for? This great idea from Crafts by Courtney may be just what you are looking for. It would be so cute in a … Read More...
No more Hamburger Helper
for me. I’m ashamed, but it was an easy quick meal on a busy night when I was too tired to cook, but needed to feed my family. I stopped buying it and I have found … Read More...
