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Humor: Why quilters smoke 3 packs a day
Ginger at wdt (wienerdog tricks) made me laugh out loud. Go read her post: I Know Why Quilters Smoke and you will too!!!
Image credit: wdt
Giveaway Reminder: Cricut Mini
Don’t forget….You still have through Sunday to enter to win a Cricut Mini!! Click here to go to original post and leave a comment.
Good luck!
-Heather
Lark Giveaway!
Don’t miss the fabulous giveaway from Lark of a Jill Wiseman gift set — and if you haven’t already, enter for another chance to win Jill Wiseman’s Beautiful Beaded Ropes!
The gift set includes a copy of Jill Wiseman’s … Read More...
Free pattern: Gatsby or newsboy hat for little boys
Melissa from Melly Sews shares a free pattern for making a Gatsby (newsboy) hat for a little boy. Go to her blog for the free pattern.
[photo from Melly Sews]
Easy Felt Necklace
This sweet necklace from Destri is a perfect example of how something fun and stylish can be super easy to make as well. See how Destri made this really long felted necklace at The Mother Huddle.
Sewing Tutorial: Doggie drying towel
Check out this doggie drying towel over at Sew4Home! Made from an absorbent store-bought towel, it’s been cut and resewn to give it large pockets on either end to keep you dry while you’re drying off your dog. Great idea! … Read More...
Tutorial: Add a pop of color underneath a split shoulder seam
Kate from See Kate Sew shows how she added a pop of color to a t-shirt with split shoulder seams. Now, instead of her bare shoulders peeking out, you see a pop of color. Get the tute on her blog… Read More...
Jack Attack QAL at Lily’s
I love this QAL (Quilt Along) being hosted by Lynne of Lily’s Quilts. Aptly named Jack Attack it features three Union Jacks for the quilt top design. Ongoing, go HERE to find out how to join.
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New Stamp Company: Avery Elle
There is a sweet new stamp company on block, Avery Elle. They have just recently had their first release of stamp images which include some cute cameras, floral, rays, sentiments, banners and more. They offer high quality photopolymer stamps and … Read More...
Free Halloween Cross Stitch Pattern
Halloween will be here soon so get a head start on your stitching with this free chart from Sticheree. It’s a creepy monochromatic scene that will stitch up in no time for a treat bag or Halloween ornament. Get the … Read More...
Fondue for One Party Favors
A Subtle Revery shares how to create possibly the best party favor ever – miniature fondue pots for one, powered by a tea light and a match. See more shots of their genius work here.
found via Dollar Store … Read More...
Free Pattern: Lacy Trails Shrug
Sometimes patterns catch my eye because they’re seasonal, or because they’re clever, or they use a technique I’ve been interested in. And sometimes I just have to give a pattern another look because it’s so darn pretty.
That’s the case … Read More...
Candy Frankenstein
And edible craft with actual glue and paper crafting involved that also includes candy. Imagine my glee at spotting these silly Frankenstein candy constructions. Find the step-by-step how-tos to make your own HERE at That’s What We Said.
Eyeball Pumpkin Pie and More Gruesome Food for Parties
Eeeewww, so wonderfully gross. And weird to have your pie watching you. Which this makes for a perfect Halloween dessert. Find the how-tos to make this eye pumpkin pie HERE at Hungry Happenings, and a trillion jillion ideas and … Read More...
How to upcycle a shower curtain with a Duct Tape skull for Halloween
If you’re a fan of making BIG, bold decorations that really make a statement, then working with duct tape might just become your new obsession! This versatile, durable, and surprisingly easy-to-use material is perfect for creating eye-catching designs on a … Read More...
How to Make a Halloween Felt Bat Appliqué Pillow
This tutorial for Felt Bat Appliqué Pillow is on the HGTV site although the actual project creator hosts “Mustard Seed Interiors”! Over the past ten years, Marian, aka “Miss Mustard Seed” has transformed blank walls, thrift store finds, … Read More...
Tutorial: Hexie floor pillow
Terri at Sewfantastic shows how she made a 42″ x 42″ rainbow hexie floor pillow saying she got the inspiration for it from her four-year old daughter. The hexagons are 2 inch in size making the project go together quickly. … Read More...
Free Pattern: Tablet Cozy by Kristin Nicholas
Let’s face it: your tablet computer does not know or care if it is cold outside. It probably doesn’t really need a cozy. But this is not about what your tech needs; it’s about what you want.
And if you … Read More...
Newsy: Love and visit your LQS event
A trip to my local quilt shop is a treat I never take for granted. I can list here some I used to visit but cannot now because they closed their doors: Idle Hours, Stitches, Squash Blossoms and Just for … Read More...