Since right about now we all need a little shot of summer, Crunchy Betty brings us three great lip balm recipes as well as the step by step directions. She includes lavender, which I can’t wait to make, and also … Read More...
Tutorial: Simple summer tank dress
Meream from Bored & Crafty shows how easy it is to combine a t-shirt and skirt to make a simple summer tank dress. This is a great use for a t-shirt that has grown too short from repeated laundering. Go … Read More...
Tutorial: Setting studs in a straight line
Metal studs are trendy right now, on everything from shirts to shoes to bags. They’re easy to add to a garment, but since you add them one at a time you’ll need to take care if you’re wanting to set … Read More...
Tutorial: Child’s library tote with name applique
Anorina from Samelia’s Mum shows how she made this tote bag for her young daughter. She’ll use it to carry books to and from the library. Her tutorial includes how she created the name applique and how she constructed the … Read More...
Tutorial: Line a crossover dress bodice
Pam from Threading My Way shows how she lined a cross over bodice of a little girl’s dress she made. Not only does lining the bodice of a dress hide all of the seam allowances, it’s also an easy way … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Small felt carrot gift bags
Tara Dennis shows how to make these fun carrot shaped gift bags. Fill them with some candies for a cute Easter treat. They’re made from felt and require only simple sewing. Go to the tutorial.
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More grumpy goodness
Pam Pedersen (aka Kittykill) posted an interview on Feeling Stitchy with Craftster contributor papilionette, who created perhaps the most detailed stitch portrait to date of beloved Grumpy Cat. Go to the blog post to find out more and for … Read More...
Stitch Some Shamrocks for St. Patrick’s Day
St. Patrick’s Day is right around the corner, but that doesn’t mean you don’t have time to stitch a little green. I’m loving this collection of shamrock patterns I found on Ravelry (by the way, they just hit 3 million … Read More...
Tutorial: Appliqued tree
Love this applique created by Jenny of Stumbles & Stitches for a fund-raising auction. Her fabric choices make the simple shapes and stitching pop to life. Want to try your hand at this technique? Jenny’s blog post links to a … Read More...
Inspiration: Facile Cecile
I’m enthralled by the design choices and techniques of Facile Cecile. No, really…enthralled. Every time I visit her blog, I get caught up studying the photos of her remarkable work, and time slips by unnoticed. The same thing might … Read More...
Tutorial: Grumpy Cat brooch
If you haven’t already noticed, I have mad love for Tardar, the web’s famous Grumpy Cat. So I squealed aloud with delight when I came across this adorable Grumpy Cat brooch by Lauren of LDP. And I squealed some more … Read More...
Video tutorial: No-knot blanket stitch
Here’s a great tutorial from Wendi Gratz of Shiny Happy World for a stitch-of-a-thousand-uses. Wendi says,
… Read More...Not only do I show you how to blanket stitch – I show you how to do it without any knots. No knots! So
Inspiration: Speedie Beadie
I’m in love with this art doll by Dot of Speedie Beadie. The all-over bead embroidery thrills me…and that hair! That hair! Eventually, this sweet girl will be riding a dragonfly. In the meantime, you can enjoy other views (the … Read More...
How to get great machine-embroidery results
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f you sometimes get unexpected (bad!) results when stitching a machine-embroidery design, you may not be using the right stabilizer, fabric, or hoop tension. Urban Threads shares an awesome tutorial to help you get the results you want. See … Read More...
Decorating With Washi Tape
Washi tape is all the rage, isn’t it? Have you used it yet? If you haven’t, here are several ideas from Home Made Simple to get you started — Decorate With Washi Tape. There are plenty of ideas to … Read More...
22 Easter-Themed Treats and Crafts
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It’s a Spring Easter Extravaganza! Hosted by Haniela’s, you’ll find a collection of 22 Easter-themed treats and crafts by 22 clever and genius bloggers. Oh, and I’m one of them (what? clever? genius? Oh, Meaghan, thank you very much). To … Read More...
Shamrock Cake Decorations
Even a simple small party can be made special by a cake. Even family dinner! Studio DIY dresses things up for us again. This cake is wonderful, and easy and do-able.
This site has such crisp bright photography, the pictures … Read More...
Tips: Using Background Stamps
Jenn with Penny Black stamps shares a video tutorial showing how to use large background stamps. She’ll show you what inks work well and how to get a good impression. Then she turned her backgrounds into lovely ATC’s (artist trading … Read More...
A Cap For Spidey
So many youngsters (and some not so young) are huge fans of Spiderman. This cute cap would be perfect for those fans! Imagine a kiddo with his Spiderman afghan topped with this cap. I just love the vision. So, … Read More...
The Wedding Season
The orders for wedding related beads and pieces are piling up in my world which means it’s the season – and clayers are making awesome pieces:
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| Cream Rose Hair Clip by Tashascreation | Toasting Flutes by PolymerClayWhims |
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| Swan Wedding Cake Topper |