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...
Free Pattern: Rickrack Pullovers
I love chunky knits on little kids, so I was excited to see these Softee Chunky Rickrack Pullovers from Bernat. (Free account login required for viewing.)
There’s a sweater version and a dress version, and either could be worked with … Read More...
Autumn sock and felt owls instructions
These are so darling and so fall and you can darken and scare them up a tad for Halloween. Catherine A. Winn of “crafts ‘n things” designed these socks and felt owls and is sharing her instructions with us. “Crafts … Read More...
How to make a vintage lace pennant banner
Are you on the banner bandwagon like me? Do you have a stash of lace scraps? Well why not combine the two using the great tutorial Alecia shared at her blog Chicken Scratch on how to make a vintage lace … Read More...
Punched Candle Wraps
These beautiful luminaries were made with card stock and paper punches. If you head over to Crafts Unleashed, you can get the full tutorial and make some of your very own. Get the instructions — Punched Candle Wraps.
Free pattern: Tea Roses A-line dress for toddler girls
Anshu from Blooms and Bugs shares a free pattern for making her Tea Roses dress. It’s a toddler girl’s A-line dress with a curved bodice and cap sleeves. It gets its name from the rose print that she made it … Read More...
Tutorial: Easy gathers on your sewing machine, no special foot required
Ruffles sure look pretty, but all that basting and pulling and pinning can take a lot of time. Debbie from Squiggly Twigs Designs shows how you can let your sewing machine do most of the work for you, no special … Read More...
Tutorial: Padded chest strap for a backpack
Back to school time means backpacks to carry books and lunches and more. Amanda from Simply Homemade shows how to make a padded chest strap to help keep the straps from sliding off a child’s narrow shoulders. Go to her … Read More...
Tutorial: Pirate eyepatch
Andrea from Go To Patterns and The Train To Crazy continues her Handmade Costumes Series with a tutorial showing how to make an eyepatch. She includes a template for cutting the eyepatch shape. Get the how-to.
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Tutorial: Vintake hankie tissue holder
What better material to use for a tissue holder than a vintage hankie? Cintie from My Poppet shows how to do it. She used a handkerchief that was just the right size to wrap around the tissue pack, so it … Read More...
Little Monster Cheese Balls
I just mentioned my love o’ ghosts for Halloween sweets because they lend themselves so beautifully to the craft. I’ll also add monsters. Pretty much all you need for monsters is a crazy body and some eyes. Perfect. As are … Read More...
Freebie: Ice Cream Truck Card
The last sweet days of summer are slipping away…….while it’s still hot eat some ice cream and make a fun ice cream truck card. Van Laar Designs shares the free card pattern.
-Heather
Looking for more Ice cream embellishments, stamps … Read More...