The fall 2012 edition of Jane Austen Knits — a special publication of Interweave Knits — is now available on newsstands and for digital download.
This is the third volume of this fun series that allows knitters to step into … Read More...
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by Sarah White
The fall 2012 edition of Jane Austen Knits — a special publication of Interweave Knits — is now available on newsstands and for digital download.
This is the third volume of this fun series that allows knitters to step into … Read More...
Using some Mod Podge, some washable glue and card stock you can learn how to transfer printed images onto wood. Check out this easy step by step tutorial for the complete how to on matsutake — How to transfer inkjet … Read More...
Over at the blog That’s what {Che} Said there is a fun tutorial on how to make a Halloween ghost face bowling pin set out of milk bottles.
These horror movie cake pops are so brilliantly and beautifully crafted, I almost can’t look at the gruesomeness. Spotted on Evil Cakes, they were created by Miss Insomnia Tulip.
by Anne Weaver
Prudent Baby shares a tutorial showing how to make a child’s hand muff to keep their hands warm during the cold winter weather. It’s a double-hand pocket that hangs from a strap. It’s fully lined, with a layer of batting … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
Heather from Feather’s Flights shares a reference chart showing how to care for different types of fabrics. The information is helpful for both storebought and handmade garments. (How sad would it be to invest time and money into a handmade … Read More...
First, how clever to dye popcorn your team colors (for those of you with “team colors” since I’d probably have to make pink popcorn for my kid). Second, there are so many free football party printables that go along … Read More...
Halloween is just around the corner and this spooky house will be a perfect project to stitch up to celebrate the day. Check out the free project.
Looking for more fun Halloween Cross-stitch patterns and charts? Check out these Halloween … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
Stacey from One Owl Obsessed Oddity shows off the itty bitty baby tees she made using the free pattern and tutorial from The Alison Show. The raglan sleeves are easy to sew and have a sporty vibe, especially when … Read More...
by Sarah White
Good Monday morning, everyone! Just wanted to let you know I’ve picked a winner for the Erica Jackofsky pattern giveaway and it’s commenter 16, Pat, who says she likes both the color and the lacy edge of Wrought (me, too!).… Read More...
by Anne Weaver
Beth, The Renegade Seamstress, shows how to make a pair of fingerless mittens out of a felted wool sweater. Wool sweaters are generally easily found at thrift stores or yard sales. If you can’t get your hands on a … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
Anneliese from Aesthetic Nest shows how to make this fashion forward quilted mini skirt for a little girl. The design was inspired by a skirt from Crewcuts. Her DIY version uses an unexpected material for the quilted silver fabric. Go … Read More...
Look how easy it is to transform your dinner of stuffed peppers into a Halloween meal. All you need is an edible marker! Find the recipe for stuffed pepper pumpkins HERE at Cute as a Fox.
by Anne Weaver
Jessica from Me Sew Crazy shows how she made a Frankenstein backpack for Trick or Treat loot. Isn’t he cute? The drawstring at the top makes it easy to cinch up tight, and the backpack style will come in handy … Read More...
This set of a butterfly gift card and matching bag are so elegant! The paper weaving background is a really cool technique. Find directions for using stamps, dies and paper strips for making this pretty set over on the Spellbinders site… Read More...
by jd wolfe
For all you Nintendo fans out there, this will be a must-have for the new babes. I admit to having never played a video game of any sort – well, except for Burger Time. Does that age me? What … Read More...
Masking tape and an Altoids tin…would never have thought of that! The creative nail genius Layniefingers shares her secrets for getting these fun stars on your nails (would be great for the holidays too, in different colors of course!) Get … Read More...
Halloween is just two days away! Here are four more ideas for Halloween parties and decor
1. Halloween Wreath and 2. Candy Corn Treat jar from Mary Ann Jenkins at I Rock Paper and Scissors. Both these ideas use washi … Read More...