Michaels has a great tutorial for making Fimo autumnal votive holders with polymer clay. Check it out.
Giveaway: Cricut Mini
The winner of this giveaway is Tracy. Congratulations! We have sent you an email.
We did very recently give away a Cricut Mini on our Stamping blog, so why would we want to give away another one so soon?… Read More...
Giveaway from Orna Willis!
Orna Willis of Adorn would like to have your feedback about what kinds of product photos you prefer. Your reward for giving your opinion? You’ll be entered in a drawing for a grab-bag of Orna’s gorgeous threads and a miniature … Read More...
Tutorial: Colorblocked bodice for a litttle girl’s dress
Liz from Simple Simon & Co. guest blogs in the Basic Bodice Design series at iCandy Handmade with a tutorial showing how she created a colorblocked bodice for a little girl’s dress. The color blocking is an easy detail, adding … Read More...
Tutorial: Sew smooth curves for a Peter Pan collar
Jennifer Beeman from Grainline Studio shows how she achieves smooth curves on a Peter Pan collar. No bumpy or angled curves for her! Go to her blog to see what she does.
[photo from Grainline]
Tutorial: Add faux fur trim to a sweatshirt hoodie
Kate from See Kate Sew shows how to add faux fur trim to a sweatshirt hoodie. This would be cute for a little girl or a tween, or even for an adult hoodie. Get the tute.
[photo from See … Read More...
Technique: Embossing Powder Stencil Card
Here’s a fantastic way to get more from your embossing powders, try using them with a stencil instead of a stamp. Wendy Jordan at Paper Craft Planet shares this clever and cool technique.
-Heather
Mochimochi Winner
The winner of the Super-Scary Mochimochi
book is commenter number 25, Elana, who said her kids have outgrown trick-or-treating but she did plan to dress up for Bunco.
Congratulations and hope you enjoy the book.
No giveaway this week, and … Read More...
The Stitcher
The chart shown here is one of several free from Brigitte Dadaux that shows women engaged in stitching activities. Work one up to represent your favorite activity or make it for your favorite stitcher. Check out the free charts.
DIY: Coconut Milk Body Wash
We all know how versatile and good for you coconut milk is, but what always really sells me on using it is the smell. Just reminds me of the beach (I know that’s weird, but there it is!) Try this … Read More...
DIY polka dot wool sweater
I have tried this and it is a great idea on how to repair or update an old sweater. Daria hosts “kittenhood” out of Cluj Napoca, Romania is pretty excited about sweaters this season, and she is customizing them. She … Read More...
Vote for Your Favorite Fiber for a Chance to Win
Happy Election Day, America! I know I don’t need to remind you to vote, because everyone else in the universe is doing that, but remember to take your knitting, in case there are lines.
And remember to cast your vote … Read More...
How to make a pocket stove
Every once in a while a project comes in that is super practical and such is the case with this pocket stove! Over at the Spiris site there is a tutorial on how to make a recycled pocket stove.… Read More...
Sewing pattern Tutorial: “Mystery pocket”
Suzannah from Adventures in Dressmaking recently posted a reader’s question about making a “mystery pocket” – a unique pocket design seen on an orange mini skirt. (See the post here.) Kessem from DinosaurGirl figured out how to make the pocket, … Read More...
Tutorial: Chiffon ballerina skirt
Havalah from Sisters, Sisters shows how she made this pretty, floaty chiffon ballerina skirt. Guess where the fabric came from? Sheer curtains! The waist and under layer are made from an old t-shirt. Go to her tutorial to see how … Read More...
Tutorial: Ruffle knit top
Jill from Creating My Way To Success shows how to use ruffled fabric to create a cute sleeveless top for a child. Because the fabric comes with the ruffles on it already, it’s just a matter of cutting two pieces … Read More...
Tutorial: Mr. Pumpkin pincushion or plushie
Misako Mimoko shares a tutorial over at Handmade Charlotte showing how to make a Mr. Pumpkin doll. You can use him as a pincushion or just let him sit on a shelf and look cute as part of your fall … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Child’s faux leather skirt with a punched circle border
Jessica from Running With Scissors guest blogs in the Knock It Off series at Elegance & Elephants with a tutorial showing how to make a child’s faux leather skirt with a punched circle border. She punched all of the circles … Read More...
Freebie: On-Line Card Magazine
The latest (and best of all FREE issue) of Whimsy Stamps Inspirational Magazine is available on-line to download now. Click here to flip through and check out loads of stunning stamped card creations for winter.
-Heather
Jeweled and Pearled Christmas Trees
Learn how to make these cute little jeweled and pearled trees for Christmas. Great as ornaments for your Christmas tree or as suggested in the post, make an entire forest for your mantel! Easy to make with few supplies at … Read More...