Chris of Ella’s Craft Creations shows us the headpiece her daughter made and will soon wear as a bride. It’s a needlework masterpiece. See more views at Chris’ blog post.
Recent needlework on the runways
It’s time for a roundup of needlework in the fall lines of haute couture from Susan Elliott. I adore these photo essays. And even though I know to expect extreme embroidery, I’m astonished every single time by the artistry … Read More...
Knitted Dolls Winner!
I didn’t really mean for this giveaway to be over already (sorry, I’m new here…) but it closed so I went ahead and picked a winner, which is commenter 41, Betty.
Betty said she made lots of stuffed animals before … Read More...
Hugs and Kisses Bracelet
Jane at Handmade Jewelry Club posted a link to this pretty bracelet from Beadifulnights called Hugs and Kisses. Take a look at the video tutorial from Beadifulnights to learn how it’s done.
Tutorial: Knotless embroidery
Carmel of Solomon Sewing shows us her technique for knotless embroidery that results in work that is as neat on the back as it is on the front. See her photo tutorial.
Tutorial: Plastic Canvas glasses case
Jenny Henry gives us step-by-step instructions for creating this needlepoint glasses case that uses one of my all-time favorite media: plastic canvas! Go to her tute.
Looking for more Plastic Canvas patterns? Check these out on Etsy.
Need plastic … Read More...
Sunflower Marshmallow Pops
I made these sunflower marshmallow pops (ages ago, by the way, though I saved them to post this summer when I’m in the midst of housing renovation craziness) similarly to the flower cake pops in Sugarlicious. Painting lollipop sticks and … Read More...
Upcycled Cardboard Earrings
These dangle earrings designed by Tiffany Windsor are really stylish to come from such humble beginnings. See Tiffany’s tutorial at FaveCrafts to make some of your own!
Sockupied Wants Your Sock Patterns
Here’s a last-minute call for entries for all you sock designers out there: Sockupied
, the digital magazine devoted to socks from the folks at Interweave Press, is looking for designs for two editions that will be produced in 2013. … Read More...
Olympic Torch Cupcakes
The countdown to the Olympics is well underway now. If you’re searching for some sweets to serve, check out these Olympic torch cupcake cones HERE at Sweetology.
Hosting a party? Need Olympic decorations
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S’mores Shooters
I was just recently bemoaning my lack o’ s’mores posts this summer given my over-indulgence in the stuff last year. I’m chipping away at that absence now because I can never resist a good cocktail. Find the recipe for these … Read More...
{Monday Moods at DIY Weddings} Sparkles & Dots
Sunshine Sandwich
This sunny sandwich is way too adorable to eat. Seriously, how can olives and radishes be so cute? Make a sunshine sandwich HERE at Canadian Family.
Knitty’s First Fall Surprises are Out!
I love the days when Knitty releases new patterns. It feels like Christmas (or maybe this time of year, my birthday). Even if I don’t want to knit the patterns myself, it’s always fun to see what people are working … Read More...
Tutorial: Scarf bag
I am loving this scarf bag by Cathy from Trinkets in Bloom made! The large scarves create a floaty, drapey effect, while an inner bag of stronger fabric holds your belongings. She shares a tutorial showing how she did it. … Read More...
Catch up with Vogue Knitting in Chicago or Charlotte
Vogue Knitting has been putting on knitting conferences complete with classes, a marketplace, fashion shows and other crafty events for a couple of years now, and they look like an awful lot of fun. Registration recently opened for the fall … Read More...
Birdhouse and Blue Flowers
Two little blue birds flit about this house of blue that is also framed by blue flowers. Free from Frimousse. This will be a great project to stitch up on a sunny day! Check out the free chart.
Tutorial: One-shouldered Obi Dress for girls
Shannon from Googiemomma guest blogs in the Sewlebrity series at Family Ever After with a tutorial showing how she made her Obi Dress for girls. This is such a pretty dress!! It has a one-shouldered bodice, a tied sash waist, … Read More...
Freebie | “Everyday” Printable Journaling Cards
Here is another set of printable everyday journaling cards, this time from Samantha of Smiling Colors. Sized 3×4 and available in JPG, PNG and PDF formats. Click here to go to the download.
Looking for supplies for journaling? Check these … Read More...
Tutorial: Little girl’s bandana skirt
Kiki from Kiki and Company guest blogs at Simple Simon & Co. showing how you can make a simple gathered skirt for a little girl out of a pair of bandanas. The pattern around the edges of the bandanas makes … Read More...