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The 40 Bead Challenge from Heather Trimlett
When I first learned to make glass beads Heather Trimlett was one of my bead idols. Her beads are fun and just read as happy beads. Bright and colorful with stripes and dots and bumps and so cute. Fast forward … Read More...
CHA Trade Show
Tomorrow I’m driving down to Rosemont, IL, just outside of Chicago, to attend the Summer CHA (Craft and Hobby Association) trade show. I’ll be palling around with my friend Shalana, Craft Editor from Country Woman Magazine and plan to find … Read More...
Free Pattern: Seamus the Owl
It’s so fun to me to read blogs from the other side of the world. While we’re sweltering up here, they’re freezing down there. At least they’re freezing on Johannesburg, South Africa, where Linda of Natural Suburbia lives and knits. … Read More...
Pattern and tutorial: Penguin baby
Amy of LucyKate Crafts winds up her series of patterns and tutorials for penguin dolls with this precious baby. Go to her blog post to learn how to make him. And browse back through her posts to find out … Read More...
Tutorial: Stacked dimpled split ring
Crazy Mom (Crazy Mom Tats!) steps us through her technique for tatting the stacked dimpled split ring. If you missed her class at Palmetto Tat Days 2011, this is a great way to learn the basics. Then follow her link … Read More...
A year of Tudors by Deri
Deri has posted a retrospective of her entire Tudor Project. Just try to look at this series of exquisite little art dolls without saying “Oh. My. Gawd.” at least once. See Deri’s post.
Inspiration: Sharon B
The perfect composition, rich ribbon embroidery, and beaded details of this entry in the Crazy-Quilt Journal Project absolutely take my breath away. The block is by the incomparable Sharon B of Australia. Go to the post for an image you … Read More...
Tutorial: Embroidered clock
Bobbypin Bandit posted a tutorial on Feeling Stitchy for creating this awesome embroidered clock. You could substitute another theme. But “happy hour” works just fine for me! See the tute.
A firsthand look at Ecole Lesage
Shirlee Fassell of Needle and Hook has been in Paris taking a course in lesage embroidery at Ecole Lesage. What an incredible experience! You’ll enjoy her account and the photos of her practice pieces. Go to her post.
Lookie what she made: Chevron ombre dress
Jessica from Running With Scissors made this gorgeous ombre dress for her niece. The bodice is pieced in a chevron pattern from a gradient of gray fabrics. WOW! The skirt also gets the ombre treatment, though it’s dyed as a … Read More...
Tutorial: Pieced layered skirt for little girls
The Sewing Dork shows how to make this colorful, pieced layered skirt for little girls. The design is inspired by a similar skirt by Oilily. It’s made from three prints, plus a contrast bias binding so you can have mixing … Read More...
Tutorial: Zig zag stitches 3 ways
Tricia from Made By Me & Shared With You continues the sewing technique series on her blog with a post all about zig zag stitching. You can use the zig zag stitch for overcasting, stretch seams, or applique. She covers … Read More...
Winner of the “Christmas in July Giveaway “Artful Fiber” a canvas messenger bag- fiber kit
Tabitha lucky number 142 is the winner of this giveaway “Christmas in July “Artful Fiber” a canvas messenger bag- fiber kit “USA”! Congratulations Tabitha I know you will love this. I will be emailing you for your full name and … Read More...
Tutorial: Green Tea & Lavender Facial Scrub
The creative and resourceful folks at the Mountain Rose Blog have five great DIY recipes using green tea, including this lovely looking facial scrub using lavender, one of my favourites. Get all the great and healthy ideas here.
Jordana Paige’s Sale for Preeclampsia Awareness
I wanted to let you know about a very special sale that’s happening tomorrow (that would be July 18). Knitting bag maker Jordana Paige is going to be selling imperfect handbags throughout the day with proceeds to benefit the Preeclampsia … Read More...
Project: Stamped Necklace Pendant
How to make recycled plastic packaging plant markers
Thanks to Kathy of the blog Merriment Design for sending in a link to her post where she features a great tutorial on how to make recycled packaging plant markers.
Looking for more garden marker ideas? Check these out … Read More...
Free pattern: Daisy Star block
Kerry of Penny Dog Patchwork offers up a free paper piecing pattern for her block, Daisy Star. To get the pretty results she achieved, she provides a tip for getting the four sections to line up. Get the free pattern… Read More...
Tutorial: Curved Nine Patch block
In case you’ve ever wanted to make a curved nine patch, here’s your chance. Becky of Owly Baby shows you how in a recent post. Swooning over the fussy cut center section of her block. Nicely done. Get the tutorial… Read More...