Over at Helios Kiln Glass Studio they had a demo this past Friday on their new E-Book coming out about using scrap glass. And by looking at the sample pictured this is going to be a great book. So far … Read More...
Valentine’s Day Boxes in Clay
Meg Newberg has a great tutorial on her blog – make some sweet little boxes for Valentine’s Day. The technique lends itself well to making the little swirly lollies she has in the picture as well and it’s one of … Read More...
Paper Ranunculus {Wedding Tutorial}
Aren’t these paper flowers simply gorgeous! I discovered a new blog this afternoon, Ellinée, filled with beautiful inspiration and DIY tutorials including the paper ranunculus shown above. The post even includes a pattern to download and print! Get all … Read More...
Tutorial: TV tray portable ironing board
This small ironing board is just what you need to press seams while sewing a project. It’s small enough to fit next to your sewing table. And because it’s made on a TV tray, it’s easy to fold up and … Read More...
Tutorial: Pink and black baby quilt
Kate of See Kate Sew welcomed her new baby girl with this pretty pink, black and white quilt. She explains she purposely added black to give it the high contrast babies love. Interested in making one? She’s written up instructions … Read More...
Tutorial: “Use It All” 1950s-inspired half apron
Miss Sews-it-all shows how to make a vintage-inspired half apron. She calls it the “Use It All” apron because the gathered apron uses every bit of a yard of fabric – with no waste. The project is a modern derivative … Read More...
Tutorial: Wonky knit neckbands demystified, and fixed
Kymy from Everything Your Mama Made & More answers a reader’s question about why the neckband on a knit t-shirt she made for her son didn’t lie lay flat. Go to her post to read what the culprit was and … Read More...
Tutorial: Learn to sew a straight line
Amber from Crazy Little Projects kicks off her Learn To Sew series with a lesson on sewing a straight line. Being able to sew a straight seam is one of the most basic sewing skills, but there are a number … Read More...
Tute: Hand quilting with Sarah Fielke
Sarah Fielke of The Last Piece teamed up with Craftsy to bring you this free video on hand quilting with Perle Cotton. Using embroidery thread instead of traditional quilting thread is a patchworking trend I love. Get the video tutorial.… Read More...
New: License Wild Olive designs!
This. Is. Big. Our beloved Mollie Johanson of Wild Olive is now licensing her embroidery designs for commercial use!!! Go to her blog post for details.
Sheerly winter
Gina of Fan My Flame participated in a group challenge to create a textile piece based on the weather. Her winter-inspired embroidery on tulle is breathtaking. Check it out at her blog post.
Tutorial: Leather Strap Tote
Rachel from Handmade Charlotte shares a tutorial over at Bernina’s We All Sew showing how to make her Leather Strap Tote. Go to We All Sew for the downloadable tutorial.
[photo from We All Sew]
Remove creases from linen
Donna of Needleworker Not in Paradise shares a fabulous tip for removing creases from linen. If you’ve collected old stitchery that has been folded for a long time — maybe decades — Donna has the solution. See her blog post… Read More...
Downton Abbey Inspired Weddings
I finally got a chance to watch the first episode of Downton Abbey Season 3 a couple of days ago, and I loved Lady Mary’s elegant wedding style! 1920s inspiration is a big trend for 2013, so I’ve rounded up … Read More...
New stitchy series from Val Laird
Val Laird has announced the launch of her free pattern series for 2013, Apples of Gold. Val shows how to combine her embroidery and applique designs into a beautiful quilt; but I’m sure, like past series, each design will easily … Read More...
These hearts help pets
Another lovely project from the chicks at Star-Shaped and Shiny. This heart-topiary pillow would look awesome on your sofa or bed all year round, and it would make a rockin valentine gift for someone you love. The blog says,
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Valentine Craft: Tic Tac Toe Heart Game Tutorial
Marie LeBaron a crafty mama, has this darling Valentine Craft: Tic Tac Toe Heart Game Tutorial on “Alphamom” When Marie thinks Valentines, what comes to her mind? Hearts, red & pink, and crafts, right? Three of those elements are included … Read More...
Tutorial: Peter Pan collar blouse restyled from a button-up shirt
Dee*Construction refashioned this blouse from a thrifted button-up shirt, and she shares a quick tutorial telling how she did it. She widened the neckline, added a Peter Pan collar, and shortened the sleeves. Go to her tute.
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Glitter-Rimmed Votives
Crafts Unleashed rimmed some simple store-bought votive candles with Mod Podge
and glitter to ring in 2013, but I think these would be awesome all winter long. See the tutorial.
Project: Tin CD Case
The Sakura blog has a cool idea for decorating a metal CD case using their colored Crystal Lacquer. They suggest using an image for inspiration and I think any number of rubber (use Staz- On ink to stamp) or digital … Read More...