I love to read so it shouldn’t be surprising that one of my favorite type of stitchy projects is bookmarks. Agi has posted several free bookmark charts lately, including this lovely design with a floral theme. Get the free chart.… Read More...
Pat Sloan Live Radio | 4 PM EST
Today at American Patchwork & Quilting Radio, host Pat Sloan talks with yet another interesting and talented group of guests. They include Kay Mackenzie of All About Applique and Odile Gova of Woolly Fabulous Flickr. And her last guest … Read More...
Cuddly Teddy Bear
Teddy bears are always cute and this one is especially cuddly! Stitch it up for a fun project. Get the free chart.
Little Crocheter
This little girl seems to be crocheting, but she may be knitting. I prefer to say crocheting because there aren’t as many charts for crocheters out there! Get the free chart
Coming Up in the Clay World
Upcoming events and classes I’d love to take:
- Sarah Shriver teaches in Pittsburgh June 1-3. This would be one of the classes I’d take if she taught anywhere near me!
- Christi Friesen will be teaching a class near me (sort
Tutorial: Finish edges of knit fabric with a simple knit binding
Steph from 3 Hours Past shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to finish off the edges of knit fabric with a simple binding. Get the how-to.
[photo from 3 Hours Past]
Tutorial | Collaging Rub-Ons
Tutorial: Ombre pom pom embellished t-strap sandals
Kristina from Kristina J. shows how to embellish a pair of plain t-strap sandals with pom poms. They’re made from seam binding, which is a lightweight trim with a subtle shine. I’m LOVING the soft colors and the ombre effect! … Read More...
Tutorial: Neon banded cardigan from a boxy top
Kate from See Kate Sew shows how she added a pop of the neon trend to a boxy top, turning it into a cardigan in the process. Cute! Get the how-to.
[photo from See Kate Sew]
Free pattern: Knit baby romper from a t-shirt
Jessica from Me Sew Crazy guest blogs at Nap Time Crafters with a free pattern for making a baby romper out of an adult’s t-shirt. They’re quick to sew up, with easy ribbon tie straps. The washed and worn knit … Read More...
Tutorial: Make a bouquet of t-shirt roses
Heather from The Sewing Loft shares a fun project in Green Child magazine for using a child’s outgrown t-shirts. She cuts them into strips and turns them into fabric flowers. I think this would also be a neat way to … Read More...
Project: Unicorn Shaker Card
Make someone’s dreams come true and make this fantastical shaker card for their birthday. What little girl (or grownup girl?:)) wouldn’t love to get this in the mail!? Find a tutorial video on how to make a shaker card over … Read More...
Show and Tell | M is for Memories Gift Album Playing Cards Mini Album
Lowri McNabb shares the 52 Memories minibook she made for her mother this year. It’s a bit late to give this as a Mother’s Day gift this year, but you can hold on to this idea for next year, or … Read More...
Tutorial | DIY Colored Stickpins
Connie from Crafty Goodies shows you how she made these colored stickpins from plain corsage pins. Click here to go to the tutorial.
Tutorial | Embroidering on Cardstock
Rachel from Lines Across demonstrates how to embroider on cardstock to make a book mark or scrapbook embellishment. Click here to go to the tutorial.
Inspiration du Jour | Bubblicious
6 Cool Lighting Ideas for Your Home
Whether it’s mood lighting ideas or full on chandy stuff, I’ve gathered a few to give you some inspiration. Check out these fun ideas from Three Boys, Sweetest Occasion, BlogHer, and more.
1. Windowpane Lanterns
2. Fringe Chandelier
3. Font … Read More...
DIY: Natural Bug Spray!
Just in time for the warm weather, Jillee at One Good Thing has a tutorial for making your own mosquito (or other bug) repellant. It uses just a handful of ingredients and she says it works like a charm. This … Read More...
Freebie: Body Scrub & Wash Printable Labels
Cause packaging can make the gift, Bethany at Finding Pins and Needles shares her cute and practical labels for homemade body stubs and washes. They fit perfectly on Ball Canning jars and if you laminate them, they’re waterproof too. Get … Read More...
Convert your bridesmaid dress into a quilt
At one time or another most women will have a bridesmaid dress hanging in their closet. One they’ll never wear again, but is too pretty to get rid of just yet. Offered at UncommonGoods.com, you can have said dress … Read More...