It’s another snowy and cold day outside. I’m enjoying sitting inside and watching the snowfall. The kids are outside throwing snowballs, but these snowballs look more appealing to me. These snowball cookies are similar to Russian Tea Cookies, but instead … Read More...
Tutorial: Use tie interfacing to ease in a sleeve cap with no puckers
Easing in a sleeve cap using the standard basting stitch method often brings puckers, and then cursing and seam ripping. And often puckers again. And more cursing and more seam ripping.
Lolita Patterns shows another method for easing in sleeve … Read More...
Take on an Afghan for 2014
Back in January I started a giant stash busting garter stitch strip afghan (man, that’s a lot of adjectives!) that’s still not finished because I only pick it up when I’m not working on anything else and I’m pretty much … Read More...
How to make a recycled sock snowman
Don’t those miss-matched eyes just make this snowman irresistible? Pop on over to the blog It’s Always Autumn for the fun and easy tutorial on how to make a recycled sock snowman.
Tutorial: Mini jewelry roll organizer
Marni from Haberdashery Fun has written a tutorial showing how to make a mini jewelry roll. Clear vinyl zippered pockets will keep your jewelry organized when traveling. There are two larger pockets to hold necklaces or brooches, and two smaller … Read More...
Tutorial: Burlap wine gift bag
Karin from Leigh Laurel Studios shows how to make an easy burlap wine gift bag. Printed burlap adds color and shine to the simple bags. She made hers to give as Christmas gifts, but you could also use them as … Read More...
Tutorial: Recover an old mouse pad in pretty new fabric
All you need to update an unattractive mouse pad is some pretty fabric and some fusible webbing. It’s an instant update for your work space! You can find a tutorial over at Pellon Projects showing how to do it. Go … Read More...
Technique: Stamping Background Masking
Learn a cool masked background stamping technique using masking fluid over at the Art Scrap and More blog.
-Heather
Crocheting The Dog
Craftybegonia scores again! I’ve featured many of her designs on this blog. But this little snuggly ‘funmigurumi’ Wallace The Dog needs mee to make him. I think he’s totally adorable. As usual, she’s given us the pattern for free. … Read More...
DIY New Year’s Eve – Thumbtack Candles
Sit down with a glass of champagne and some thumbtacks and get busy making these adorable Candles for New Year’s Eve. (Note to self) These would make a wonderful hostess gift. Simple to make, a little tedious but well worth … Read More...
Tutorial: Disco Ball Pendant
The tutorial is for a clever disco ball like pendant or a metallic fringe like pendant. I think the disco ball would be clever with the holographic foils and as a charm or favour for New Years parties. You could … Read More...
How to make mini Toilet paper tube lanterns
I am constantly amazed at what you crafty peeps come up with to make out of paper tubes. I am so going to make these for decorating for spring. Pop on over to the blog vlijtig to see her creation … Read More...
New Dichroic Glass Classes Coming up at Coatings by Sandberg
Most glass folk I know love dichroic glass. I know I do. It can be over the top or very subtle depending on what you do with it…when it’s done right it sizzles. Well, the largest producer of dichroic glass, … Read More...
To Embroider or Not to Embroider
Mary Corbet of Needle ‘N Thread is sharing one of her Christmas presents and it is really neat. What is interesting is that it is not really an embroidery book – or is it? She plans to use the book … Read More...
Special Little Tree
Christmas may be just past, but there is always next year and I know cross-stitchers work on ornaments year-round. Or you may have an after Christmas party that you need something special for and this little design may just fit … Read More...
Project: Thank You Card
Show your appreciation for those wonderful holiday gifts with a hand made thank you card. Visit Hero Arts for the tutorial.
-Heather
Lighted Block Snowman
This is a fantastic tutorial for how to make a lighted glass block snowman. Perfect for the holiday season and beyond!
Some glass blocks with fairy lights inside create this beautiful decoration.
Get the full details at the AllParenting Website: … Read More...
Looking for a Challenge for the New Year? Join a Knitalong
There are lots of potential New Year’s resolutions a knitter might have — and I’d love it if you’d share yours! — but one thing that’s fun and a way to build your knitting skills is to join a knitalong.… Read More...
Tutorial: Journal cover
Jennifer from Eat Craft Sow shows how to make a fabric cover for a blank journal. If you have any late Christmases scheduled, you could make one as a very last minute gift. Or, make one for yourself to make … Read More...
DIY – New Year’s Eve Party Sign
How fantastic is this end of year sign? If you have some gold tinsel left over from Christmas and some cardboard from all those empty presents then this my friends is the easiest, most affordable NYE party Decoration you are … Read More...