Enjoy a video that explores the history and technique of Yuki Tsumugi, a Japanese tradition of silk weaving. Thanks to Neki Desu for sharing this work of “restrained beauty” on her A Movable Feast blog.
Free pattern: Bouncing Wedges quilt
Jacquie Gering designed this quilt to showcase two fabric lines – Mod Squad and Mod Basics by Birch Organic Fabric. You can download the pattern, Bouncing Wedges, at Quilt Trends under Free Projects from the 2012 Summer Issue… Read More...
Lori’s Spoolin’ Around quilt a one patch
Lori Holt of Bee In My Bonnet is currently teaching how to make her Spoolin’ Around quilt, a section shown here. The Spools one patch can have many different looks, I especially like Lori’s liberal use of gray and white … Read More...
New: “Dorky” patterns
Kim of A Dork with a Needle has opened a pattern shop! Get the details from her blog post.
Tutorial: Designer-inspired lace skinny jeans
A Pair & A Spare shows how to add lace trim down the sides of brightly colored skinny jeans to create a designer-inspired look. Get the tute.
[via M&J Trimming blog]
Win two stitchy books
Threads blog is giving away two awesome books: Heart-Felt Holiday by Kathy Sheldon & Amanda Carestio and Baby Times by Abbey Lane Quilts. Go to the blog post to enter before June 15.
Tutorial: Rice-filled heating bag roll
Bethany from Finding Pins and Needles shows how to make a rice-filled heating bag. It’s a long bag divided into smaller sections so it will wrap around your body. You can heat it up in the microwave, a bit of … Read More...
Sign up for Manya’s daisy class
The incomparable Manya of Humming Needles blog will be teaching an online class beginning in September at Maureen’s Vintage Acquisitions! You could learn to stitch this bouquet of dimensional daisies–and more. Go to Manya’s blog post for more details and … Read More...
Felt Embroidered Coffee Cozy tutorial for Father’s Day
Gail host of “that artist Woman” has a darling project that she did with a 4th grade class for Father’s Day! She created this Felt embroidered Coffee Cozy tutorial for kids to make. It is something a child can … Read More...
Free pattern: Boxed Heart
Get this beautiful free needlepoint design by Michael Boren and Carole Lake of Stitchplay Designs.
And many thanks to Janet Perry of Nuts About Needlepoint for pointing out this excellent freebie.
Tutorial: Girl’s ruffled cross over top
Christie from Joyfoolery shows how to make a girl’s ruffled cross over top. This is such a cute top! The criss-cross neckline is edged with a narrow ruffle. It’s a fun style for the tween (and soon-to-be tween) crowd, who … Read More...
Tutorial: Make two identical patch pockets
Pam from Off The Cuff Sewing Style and Sewing Supply shows her method for creating “twin pockets”. Typically stitched to the front of a shirt, any difference in size between the two patch pockets would be immediately noticable. Her clever … Read More...
Free Sweet Things Cross Stitch Pattern
Talons Aiguilles has a set of sweet treats for you that are calorie-free, but don’t lack in fun. Stitch up these yummy treats in the floss colors of your choice. Get the free chart.
Tutorial: Dress to peplum shirt refashion
Stacie from Stars for Streetlights shares a tutorial at The Fashion Spot showing how she turned a thrifted (and rather dowdy) dress into a peplum shirt. She uses Aleene’s “Ok To Wash It” fabric glue to make it a no-sew … Read More...
Tutorial: Reversible child’s apron from 3 fat quarters
Leila from Sewn shares a tutorial at Moda Bake Shop showing how to make a child’s reversible apron. You can make it out of three fat quarters – one for the front, one for the back, and one for … Read More...
Grab a cuppa: Vintage quilts from MQG challenge
Vanessa of Punkin Patterns said she made this quilt as part of the Upcycled Quilt Challenge hosted by her local Modern Quilt Guild (Minneapolis). I so love the soft look of her quilt, an effect vintage fabrics bring … Read More...
Tutorial: Wedding guest book quilt
Millennyum of Alice in Wonderland did a guest post at Off Beat Bride showing how to create a guest book quilt for a wedding. This unique and thoughtful gift is one the bride and groom will surely cherish. She said … Read More...
Freebie: Owl Book Mark Card
How adorable is this card!? The little owl slips off and it’s a book mark! You can download the pdf file to print your own over at the Pass It On blog. Please note the site is in Norwegian … Read More...
101 Handmade Gifts for Men – Everything Etsy
Father’s day is right around the corner, which is why Everything Etsy’s roundup of Handmade Gifts for Men is perfect!
Father’s Day is just around the corner, and if you’re looking for the perfect gift for the men in your … Read More...
{Wedding Flowers} Peonies
Peonies are blooming in my part of the world, and these luscious many-petalled beauties are making their appearance at weddings everywhere! Here are some of the peony-inspired posts I discovered today:
{2} Sanders Estate
{3} Polka … Read More...