When Heather Von St.James approached me for a guest post about Cancer for a second I thought this is another one of those Spam e-mails but something made me reply. Cancer has taken away our loved ones time and time … Read More...
Etsy Shop of the Week – MaryMaryHandmade
The featured shop of this week is MaryMaryHandmade. MaryMaryHandmade is the work of artist Mary Walke. Mary’s jewelry brings together two very popular things: basic silver jewelry and adorable things. Her necklaces feature super cute renditions of naturally awkward … Read More...
New Bullseye Glass Available
There are fresh new colors available from Bullseye Glass. This is very exciting stuff! I heard it through D&L Art Glass which is a wholesaler but these colors are also available on the Bullseye web site to the general public. … Read More...
Tutorial: My Friendly Tote child’s backpack with personality
Angelina from JoJo and Eloise shows how to make a child’s backpack with personality. She calls them My Friendly Totes, and they’re appliqued with cute faces. You can make them for boys or for girls, with features that match your … Read More...
Tutorial: Easy A-line knit maxi skirt
Liz from Cotton & Curls shows how to make an A-line maxi skirt. Made from a lightweight knit fabric, the drape is flattering. And with just a few seams, it’s a quick and easy project. Go to Cotton & Curls … Read More...
Unique Beer Bottle Candles
If you’re on the hunt for unique and eco-friendly candles, look no further than UReflections on Etsy. This shop specializes in hand-cut candles made from modified beer bottles, creating a beautiful and functional way to recycle and upcycle glass. Each … Read More...
Stitchers come in all ages
See this bear? Totally huggable, I know. But look at the workmanship. The straight seams, the gentle sculpting, the beautiful embroidery with moderately advanced stitches. Really lovely. Carolyn Foley of Caro-Rose-Creations says,
… Read More...One of our students, Tara, has finished her
Girl’s Fairy Party
Malia hosted her daughter’s 6th Birthday, and pulled out all the stops! It was a Fairy Themed party, and the kids went on a hunt for their fairies, and in the end, they got to take them home in these … Read More...
Fabric Covered Egg
Fabric covered Easter Egg. And, get ready, you wanna know a secret? They are NO SEW. These sweet eggs look quilted and padded. While they are soft, they are not piece-work. Cinta shares all the tools and tips on Moppet… Read More...
Karamba’s travel cat
Best. Travel pillow. Ever. Karamba! made this funky feline of faux fur and hypoallergenic filling. Imagine napping on a long flight with this kitteh snuggled on your shoulders. Brilliant! Go to her blog for more views and images you can … Read More...
Free bargello pattern: Not-quite diamonds
Janet Perry of Nuts About Needlepoint says,
… Read More...This free Bargello Needlepoint pattern uses rectangles as its basis. Squares are far more usual in Bargello, but I love the odd shape of these rectangles, which are crazily turned on their sides.
Make a flock of spring birds
Wendi Gratz of Shiny Happy World has guest posted a tutorial over on Sew, Mama, Sew! This sweetheart, Flora, is a soft-sculpture bird sewn from felt and cheerfully embroidered with more spring colors. Go to the tute to learn how … Read More...
Book Give Away
Today is the last day to enter for a chance to win Handmade Hostess.
Please visit the original give away announcement post here, to leave a comment, and enter to win. This book is spectacular.
Felt Toolbox Tutorial with Pattern
Jeanine and Amy are sisters that live on opposite sides of the country but keep in touch by phone and via their blog “Serving Pink Lemonade”. They love sharing their project how-to’s with each other and us. What could be … Read More...
Chocolate Easter Egg Mini Cakes
Oh, I love these so. And all you have to do is take a cookie cutter to a cake to make mini cakes. Plus, these are chocolate. All chocolate. And they look just like chocolate Easter eggs that line the … Read More...
Tutorial: Embroider a vintage handkerchief
Whitney of Whit B. Nimble says,
… Read More...Vintage hankies are gorgeous, inexpensive, and easy to find at antique malls and markets. Personalizing one with a simple design makes for a sweet gift for a friend (how cute would it be in
13 Kitchen Crafts You Will Love
Kitchen crafts are really popular. I alone have made over 15 projects just for my kitchen! It’s probably because the kitchen is the heart of the home, so those of us that like to make our own home decor really … Read More...
Free pattern: Hen and chicks
I love the dimensional stitching on this sweet farm scene by Jules of Adventures in Thread. She says,
… Read More...I used Ghiordes Knot or Turkey work as I always call it, (I always imagine a huge turkey scratching around!) to create
How to make a scrap fabric and button mini tote
OK I know this doesn’t look like a mini tote but I loved this close up shot. To see the super cute totes and all the great details of the tutorial on how to make a recycled mini tote over … Read More...
Sewing Pattern: Birdie or bunny felt Easter baskets
Tricia from Made by Me, Shared with You has created a super adorable and unique felt Easter basket tutorial that’s perfect for your Easter celebrations. In this easy-to-follow tutorial, Tricia demonstrates how to make two charming felt Easter baskets: … Read More...