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Skeleton Leggings – Westsinister Abbey
Thinking about Halloween yet? I sure am, and I’m in love with this fabulous leggings that Westsinister Abbey cooked up with some black leggings and a bleach pen. A perfect fun, quick costume or quirky goth addition to your wardrobe! … Read More...
Tutorial: Sort of Spooky Spider
CremedelaGems offers us her Silly Spider Tutorial. It’s pretty adorable! The only addition I would do would be to increase the baking time to at least half an hour – Premo’s recommended temperature is 30 minutes per 1/4″ of … Read More...
DIY S’mores and Hot Cocoa Kit {Wedding Favors}
Your wedding guests will love warm and cozy treats like these yummy s’mores and hot cocoa kits created by Smitten on Paper! Get all the details including free printable templates at Green Wedding Shoes.
Looking for more DIY … Read More...
Cookie Gem Necklaces
I know about 100 little girls who would love to have one of these gem cookie necklaces. Actually, a few boys, too. And plenty of grown-ups. Find the step-by-step how-tos to make edible gem cookie necklaces HERE at handmade charlotte… Read More...
Monster Ice Cream Cone Cupcakes
I’m pretty sure Bride of Frankenstein is my favorite. Make these perfect-for-kids, perfect-for-Halloween monster ice cream cone cupcakes HERE at Kitchen Fun with My 3 Sons.
Tutorial: Bow pocket
Elizabeth fromSimple Simon & Co. . shares a tutorial over at Riley Blake Designs showing how to make a patch pocket with a bow across it. This is such a cute detail on a gathered skirt! Get the tute… Read More...
Read all about it: Build a wardrobe of garments you’ll actually wear
Sunni from A Fashionable Stitch gives her game plan for creating a wardrobe filled with garments that she actually wants to wear. She starts by finding a garment in her closet that she loves but never wears, and then builds … Read More...
Tutorial: Kid-sized drawstring laundry bag
Sew4Home shows how you can make a drawstring laundry bag in a kid-friendly size. It has a mesh lining to minimize dampness and odors. A loop at the bag makes it easy to hang from a hook. Get the how-to… Read More...
Abstract Art with Petroleum Jelly
Express your inner artist with a jar of Vaseline and some paint. That’s right. You can create a piece of abstract art with a piece of canvas, some paint and petroleum jelly. Here’s the how to on Literally Inspired: Abstract … Read More...
DIY: Easy Body Spray/Air Freshener
Why pay for air fresheners when you can make them yourself? That’s what Jenni from Candle Lit Life thought, and she came up with an easy recipe. Get the tutorial here.
Free Silk Ribbon Embroidery stitch guide
I already had a craft crush on Kathy Shaw of Shawkl. But now it’s full-blown true love. How generous can one stitcher be! Kathy had to put together a basic stitch guide for silk-ribbon embroidery to support her students, so … Read More...
Combining embroidery techniques
Ros of Jahit Jahitan lets us look over her shoulder as she combines punchneedle, embroidery, and silk-ribbon embroidery. Gorgeous. Go to Ros’ post to see more images.
Looking for more Punch Needle Embroidery patterns? Check these out on Etsy.
Inspiration: Burlesque Embroidery
Terri Bett of Betty’s Delights frames her burlesque pin-up embroideries in lush lace reminiscent of lingerie. Very clever! See Terri’s work at her Etsy shop.
Free ebook: ‘Tapestry Weaving’
Interweave has a whole series of free craft ebooks. One that may be particularly interesting to fiber artists is Tapestry Weaving. Promotional materials say,
… Read More...This free guide contains tips and information about the materials you need to learn how to
Win fall felt
See this gorgeous embroidered felt wall hanging by Mareth of Lime Riot? You want it, don’t you. Good news: You could win it! Go to Mareth’s blog post for entry details. Contest ends September 15.
And in case you … Read More...
New issue: Stitch & Thimble
Kelly Fletcher has just released issue 9 of The Stitch & Thimble! Yea! She says, “The projects include two embroidered hanging hearts, a compact tote in the guise of a book bag, a vintage-inspired apron in vibrant colours, a fun … Read More...
Review: K and Company Beyond Postmarks Line
I recently got to try out some of the amazing new products from the Beyond Postmarks line from K and Company. This line includes embellishments and cards and envelopes that pop up, fold out, pull out and turn. This collection … Read More...
Free Pattern: While Away the Flowers Pillow
If you’re looking for a way to hang on to summer for a little bit longer (or are eagerly awaiting its return), the While Away the Flowers pattern from Jordana Paige is just the thing to bring a burst of … Read More...
Fiesta Themed Bridal Shower
{Photos by Snaps and Scribbles}
There are lots of vibrant details to love in this fiesta-themed bridal shower at Modernly Wed! Don’t miss the salsa bar, the custom Papel Picado banner, a colorful oilcloth runner, and so … Read More...