So what do you do when a Man (really just over-sized boys) want to have a party? Well you get some big boy things and add their mates and what you get is a “Man Party”.
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Tutorial: Repurposed rice sack tote
Zhenya from Being Zhenya made this summer tote out of a burlap rice sack, with a freebie tote bag serving as the lining. With the lining made from an existing bag, all she needed to do was cut the lining … Read More...
Tutorial: Off-the-shoulder top refashion
The Renegade Seamstress made this off-the-shoulder polka dotted top out of a thrifted skirt. The idea for the refashion emerged when she began removing the waistband from the body of the skirt. The waistband became the top of the shirt … Read More...
Tutorial: Lego carrier
Amber from Crazy Little Projects shows how to make a Lego carrier. It folds like a book, with handles for easy carrying. Inside, you’ll find a large Velcro pocket to hold bricks, smaller pockets to hold Lego figures, and a … Read More...
Tutorial: Girl’s drop waist knit skirt
Liz fromSimple Simon & Co. . shows how she made this drop waist knit skirt for her little girl. It’s part of an outfit that she calls the Almost Ready For School. Paired with a Peter Pan collar shirt, … Read More...
And the Winners Are……………..
The two winners of the Precious Pop-Ups book are…… Barbara M. and Mel Sparkles!! Congrats! Please respond to the e-mail I sent you and your new book will be on the way.
Thanks to everyone who entered!
-Heather
Project: Stamped Cork Pendants
After you’ve finished that wonderful bottle of wine here’s an excellent way to recycle that cork. Cut it into slices, paint and stamp on it for a super cool jewelry pendant. Visit Fiskars for complete directions.
-Heather
Tot Hats Are Everywhere!
Crocheted hats/caps for babes and tots are always popular. They typically work up quickly, are practical, and just add to the overall cuteness factor for the kiddies. I’ve rounded up a few that are especially adorable. The dinosaur hat has … Read More...
Tutorial: Spiders Web quilt block
Sarah of Narcoleptic in a Cupboard shares how to make this pieced pattern block, a Spider Web. This is a good pattern for using up scraps. Get the tutorial.
Thanks to Cindy of Fluffy Sheep Quilting for pointing me … Read More...
Ta Dah!: Quilt in progress for boy
Jackie of Canton Village Quilt Works shares on her blog this and other projects some of her friends are making. This is a work in progress (WIP), a top designed especially to please a boy. LOVE IT! Go HERE to … Read More...
Tutorial: Chevron tote with patchwork front
Maureen Cracknell made this adorable quilted tote and shares on her blog how to make it. Love the black and blue chevrons! Get the tutorial.
Image credit: Maureen Cracknell Handmade
Looking for Quilting supplies and Fabric? Check out Fat … Read More...
Freebie | Printable Rainbow Elephant Notecard
This printable elephant notecard is the second in a series being created over at maddalee. The first was a giraffe. Head over to download them, and then be sure to check back for the rest of the series … Read More...
Tutorial: A Bird Feeder
Stephanie sent this in as an idea for Earth Day. I totally spaced on that but it IS a good idea if you would like to attract a few feathered friends to watch. By my place, the house finches, sparrows … Read More...
April 30 deadline for Cyprus course grants
Please consider this message we received from Anna Kyritsi of the Anazitisi Cultural Centre in Cyprus:
… Read More...Although the situation in Cyprus is difficult at the moment, “Stitches and Threads” will take place in October 2013. Please note that this is
Ryan Staub – Glass Artist
I’ve written about Ryan Staub before…he is a fabulous glass blower based in Washington. He visits Los Angeles when Patty Gray comes into town to teach where he does roll ups for her. For those that don’t know what a … Read More...
New site for crafters
Vicki Ormerod sent us this rockin announcement:
… Read More...Lookwhativemade.com is a brand new craft community website where crafters and designers can go to upload their latest project and show the community what they have made, get feedback and make friends with
Stitch Who?
Dr. Who fans: heads up! Jennifer Ofenstein alerts us to a stitchalong with serious Who flavor. She says,
… Read More...Join Fandom In Stitches in celebrating 50 years of our favorite Doctor with the 12 week Doctor Who Stitch Along. One free
Free e-book: Simple Stitchery by Helen Dickson
I love presents! I especially love stitchy presents! So I’m delighted to tell you about a gift for all of us from Helen Dickson of Bustle & Sew. Helen’s new e-book, Simple Stitchery, is available as a free download from … Read More...
The USA in stitch
Amy of While Wearing Heels tells us a bit about her project to embroider a map of the United States. Not as simple as it sounds. The pretty result will be made into a quilt by Amy’s mom. (Yea for … Read More...
Garden Treasure Jars {Kid Craft}
These little treasure jars are perfect to welcome Spring and encourage your kids to get out and check out your garden! You can find the tutorial at Empress of Dirt.
Do you know a little gardener? Check out these DIY … Read More...