I had read that Vickie Howell is doing another knitalong based on a project of hers in the new Knit Simple, so I went to JoAnn this morning to buy a copy, only to return home to an email saying … Read More...
How to make a recycled pallet puppet theater
Over at Jessica’s blog, Mom 4 Real, you’ll find a truly creative and budget-friendly DIY project: an adorable puppet theater made from a recycled pallet! With just a little paint, fabric, and imagination, Jessica transforms an ordinary wooden pallet … Read More...
Baby monsters need love
It’s no secret that I love Junker Jane‘s monster dolls. What could make me love them even more? The bunny appliques on the shirts of these toddler monsters. Priceless! Go to the blog post for more views and clickable … Read More...
Tutorial: Crazy-quilted journal cover
Kathy Shaw (Shawkl) shares the pattern and central design for a crazy-quilted journal cover, and she explains the process step by step. Her next tutorial will introduce seam treatments and explain how to finish the journal cover. What a great … Read More...
Mornin’, glory!
Richard Saja of Historically Inaccurate stitched this M for a special edition seed package of Heavenly Blue Morning Glories for the Hudson Valley Seed Library. The details of this embroidery are breathtaking. Go to his blog post for more views–images … Read More...
Marketplace is reopening soon
I love Wee Folk Art Marketplace, the intermittent online store of Wee Folk Art that sells kits and materials for some of their favorite designs. Good news: The marketplace will reopen for two weeks, August 6 through 20. This may … Read More...
Giveaway and specials: Frisky Scissors vintage pattern shop
Frisky Scissors is a new Etsy shop specializing in vintage sewing patterns. (The owner, Catherine Johnson, is my sister!) To celebrate her opening, she’s got a slew of specials for you. And, she has a $15 gift certificate giveaway … Read More...
New stitch tutorials from Mary Corbet
Mary Corbet of Needle ‘n’ Thread has just added a bunch of new videos to her library of stitch tutorials. Among the newbies: buttonhole wheel, oyster stitch, fishbone stitch, and granitos. The site has more than 70 stitch tutes, and … Read More...
Stitch length as a design element
Mollie of Wild Olive looks at how stitch length affects the character of an embroidered image and recommends applications for stitchy variations. See her post.
Learn cutwork from Royce
Royce of Royce’s Hub is sharing a series of tutorials on cutwork embroidery. She covers all the fundamentals, so even a beginner can tackle this beautiful technique. See the series.
A Heart Full of Mercy
This free chart from La Marmotte Brodeuse shows us what a merciful heart looks like when stitched up. You can use the floss colors you like to complete the project which will make a great little ornament or mini pillow. … Read More...
Corn on the Cob Cake Pops
I think the most cleverest part of all is that corn holders hold this dessert together, this cake pop dessert that looks very much like the real thing. Find the how-tos to make corn on the cob cake pops HERE … Read More...
Dorothy Parker Saying Cross Stitch Chart
Here’s a recent free pattern from Hancock’s House of Happy that might just make you laugh out loud. Its a representation of a Dorothy Parker quote that will be a perfect addition to your cocktail hour. Get the free chart.
Concrete Party Candle Holder
The adorable blog funkytime has this oh-so-trendy tutorial for making party candle (and sparkler) holders out of concrete and adding a zing of personality with some neon. This photo is dope, but so is there whole tutorial. Check it out!
Tutorial: Flat felled seams
You know those flat seams on your jeans that have two rows of stitching on the top? Those are flat felled seams. While your jeans are the most obvious place to find them, they’re used in a wide varity of … Read More...
Tutorial: Saree-inspired wrap skirt
LiEr from ikat bag guest blogs in the Skirting the Issue charity sewing month at Simple Simon & Co. with a tutorial showing how to make a saree-inspired wrap skirt. She chose this style of skirt to share because it’s … Read More...
Free pattern: Runway Shortie romper for toddler girls
Autumn from It’s Always Autum shares a free pattern and tutorial for making her Runway Shortie for little girls. This is such a cute little shorts romper! It has contrast cuffs on the legs, a pleated bodice, and a set … Read More...
Tutorial: Quilted Pillow Sham
Maureen Cracknell Handmade shares her first Fat Quarter Gang a tutorial over at Art Gallery Fabrics, showing how to make her Quilted Pillow Sham. Gorgeous! You can’t see it in this photo, but it’s quilted with a batting so the … Read More...
Ruler Table Runner
Love love love. How can you not love this fabulous ruler table runner inspired by Country Living Magazine? I think numbers are such a fabulous design element and they have been popular for several years now. This is just one … Read More...
Free Knitting Pattern: Shoulder Hug
I’m the sort of person who is cold pretty much all the time. It doesn’t matter how hot it is outside, I’ll get a chill as soon as the air conditioning comes on. I live in the South, so everywhere … Read More...