There is so much information on the Bullseye Glass web site I could post something different everyday and not run out of things to talk about. I’ve mentioned reactive glass recently because Devon of Bullseye came to LA to conduct … Read More...
Tutorial: A bias tape maker makes bag handles, too
Just because they’re called “bias tape maker doesn’t mean that they have to always make bias tape. You can also use them to quickly fold and press under the edges of a narrow strip of fabric. Heather from The … Read More...
Free pattern: Knight helmet hoodie
Fawnda from Fireflies & Jellybeans shares a free pattern and tutorial for adding a knight helmet to a hoodie. This is so cool! The helmet mask and visor are sewn to the front of the hoodie so it partially covers … Read More...
Tutorial: Photo Holder
The basic idea of this one is always useful – I used a similar trick for signs at my craft shows. For my own version I’d probably tangle the wire end, tuck it into the clay, add tls and then … Read More...
Read all about it: 15 things home sewists can learn from industrial sewing
Sharon Blair from Portland Sewing guest blogs at The Coletterie with 15 things that home sewists can learn from industrial sewing practices. They won’t take away from the joy you get from sewing your own garments, but they will help … Read More...
Pebble Drawing
Can you say gorgeous? While it’s not actually the pen that’s pictured, these drawings were done with a black Faber-Castell Pitt Artist Pen. I love the creative mind and how it just sees art in everything, especially nature! Check it … Read More...
Free Pattern: Felted Yoda Hat
I told you the other day that I was going to start sharing Halloween patterns, and then I didn’t. So I offer you this oldie but goodie that is the first thing I think of when I think of knitting … Read More...
Vintaj October Design Challenge
What’s your interpretation of “Radiant Raven?” Create your piece using Vintaj Natural Brass, Arte Metal and/or Artisan Copper to express it! Submissions are due by noon (CST) Friday, September 28. Get the rules and details at the Vintaj blog.
Geometric Bangle – Crafted
Often hand crafted pieces of wearable art seem to feel the need to declare their handcraftedness loudly, screaming their handmade heritage in bright colors, unusual designs, or primitive methods. And that’s cool. But it leaves me craving handcrafted subtlty, which … Read More...
Free Knotted Hearts Cross Stitch Pattern
If you enjoy stitching Celtic-inspired pieces, then you will love this free chart from Loretta at Stitching the Night Away. It’s simple, yet elegant and will make a lovely project in the color of your choice. Check out the free … Read More...
DIY: Essential Oils for Head Lice
Since it’s back to school, and fall, it’s that four letter word season. Ugh. So Homestead Survival has a tried and true essential oil blend to kill the little beasts if they do come your way. Find the details here… Read More...
Mason Jar Luminary
Make & Takes shares how to create a hanging frosted luminary from a mason jar and some wire. Check it out.
Vote for an Indie Dyer in Martha Stewart’s Contest
You may have seen information on Facebook or elsewhere online about Martha Stewart’s American Made Awards. This is a quest by Martha and the editors of her magazines to find 10 rising stars of small business, many of whom … Read More...
Winners of the Stylish Dress Book by Yoshiko Tsukiori
I’m a few days late with it, but I’ve got the names of three winners of the Stylish Dress Book by Yoshiko Tsukiori
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Commenter #55, Sissy, who said:
I would like to start sewing for myself for … Read More...
Dictionary Page Portraits
I love this portait printed on an old dictionary page! What a great wedding or anniversary gift this would make. Check it out at Kaydee Hughes Photography — Something fun!.
Chocolate Pretzel Pumpkins
Chocolatey, sweet, salty, crunchy, sprinkly, and pretty pumpkins for my favorite season? Yes. Please. These are perfect. Make chocolate-covered pumpkin pretzels HERE at Make Bake Celebrate.
Spiderweb Cake Pops
With M and M spiders, no less. And even I, a documented sufferer of arachnophobia, find these simultaneously sophisticated and cute as a can be. Find the how-tos HERE at Sugarkissed.net.
Pretty, Pastel Birthday Party
I’d have little doubt that any dessert table for any party hosted by Linda of Bubble and Sweet , author of Sweets on a Stick, would be this darling and pretty. You must scroll through and see all the … Read More...
Piggy Pizzas
Silly piggy. So easy, cute and sized for little hands. Make piggy pizzas HERE at Kitchen Fun with My 3 Sons.
Tutorial: Back to School Backpack
Stacy from Hart & Sew created this awesome backpack for her young daughter to take to school, and she shares a tutorial showing how she did it. I’m loving the colors and prints she used! Go to her tutorial.… Read More...