Leah Day‘s blog is seldom political or controversial. The Free Motion Quilting Project treats us nearly every day to a new video tutorial demonstrating a technique or pattern for free-motion quilting. So I was surprised to see a long … Read More...
Semi-embroidered little lovely
Embroidered leaves. Silk flowers. So simple. So completely brilliant. See more views of this rockin hoop by Allison at her Little Lovelies post.
Stretch before you craft
It has never occurred to me to “warm up” physically for crafting, but it makes perfect sense. I just watched a video by Deb Roby–a crafter and personal trainer–over on Diane Gilleland’s CraftyPod. Simple stretches. No big deal. … Read More...
New Pattern From Maddy Craft!
Your little girl will be adorable in this lacy, sleeveless top. Tied at the shoulders with I-cord, and with a bit of lace at the bottom, couldn’t be easier!
Knit in a sport weight yarn, you can go wild with … Read More...
Win a Perfect Pleater
Art quilter Cheryl Sleboda created this sweet fabric rosette with just one essential tool: the Perfect Pleater. She says it’s a must-have for any project where you want tiny, perfect pleats. And she has an extra, so she’s giving it … Read More...
Giveaway: Hunger Games stitchery
If you saw the Hunger Games movie, you probably memorized the sweet lullaby that pops up from time to time. The Cotton Floozy loved Rue’s Lullaby so much, she committed it to stitch, and now she’s giving the hoop away … Read More...
Inspiration: Kelsey Viola Wiskirchen
Give yourself a little joy today: Go over to Deborah Schlegel‘s Art Threads blog and check out her review (with great photos) of a current exhibit of the fiber art of Kelsey Viola Wiskirchen, Handed On. These delicate … Read More...
New site, new CQ giveaway
Thearica Burroughs is having a grand renaming and reopening of her online shop, Crazy Quilting Supplies. She says,
… Read More...To celebrate I am giving away 2 beautiful boxes FULL of laces, charms, buttons, embellishments and thread!
1 box for a
Cut-Paper Candle Holder
The other day, I was reading the blog for Aussie zine *bespoke* and came across these awesome Cut-Paper Candle Holders by How About Orange. To me, they look just like some very haute lamps I’ve seen on design blogs … Read More...
Clay Challenges and Contests in June
I get asked by my students on and offline how to improve their polymer clay work and I can honestly say swaps and challenges are great for this! They give you a structured area to work in and a timeline. … Read More...
Tutorial: Erin’s zig zag apron for festival
Erin of Two More Seconds made this colorful, fresh zig zag apron as her contribution to the Festival of Half Square Triangles put together by Canoe Ridge Creations. The green and yellow color combo is lovely. See how to make … Read More...
Giveaway: Three patterns at Quilts Etc
Karen at Quilts Etc is hosting a giveaway on her blog to celebrate her five-year blogiversary. She’s offering up three patterns for three lucky readers. Contest ends Friday, April 20, 2012 (early evening). Go HERE to get entry details.… Read More...
Tutorial: Summer Song Tote with a casing and a bow
Danielle from Blissful and Domestic shows how to make her Summer Song Tote. The pretty tote is lined, with an interior pocket and a loop to hang your keys from. The outside of the bag is embellished with a contrast … Read More...
Tutorial: Add a hood to a t-shirt
Athena from The Stuff of Success shows how you can turn a t-shirt into a hoodie. It’s a quick and easy project, taking just 10 minutes and a couple of seams. Get the tutorial.
[photo from The Stuff of Success]
Tutorial: Pieced Sunshine dress for little girls
Kristin from Skirt As Top pieced together two colors of yellow shot cotton to create a sunshine-y Easter dress for her young daughter. This dress makes my heart so happy! She shares a tutorial showing how she pieced the starburst … Read More...
Tip: Get a straight row of pieced triangles
Sew Katie Did gives her secret for getting a straight row of triangles when piecing. The trouble is figuring out where to place the two fabric triangles so you get a true 1/4″ seam allowance. Her tip is so clever, … Read More...
Kitschen Pink embraces the color white
Teena Vallerine of Kitschen Pink talks on her blog about simplifying her home, which she describes as a little white cottage. Shown here, is her guest bedroom where she shows how her hexie quilt provides the color in the … Read More...
Tutorial: Cutting fabric for quilting
This is an oldie, but has information that is worthy of repetition. Rebecca of Chasing Cottons shares a tutorial on her blog that covers a basic skill for quilters – cutting fabric. Her method includes a rotary cutter, ruler and … Read More...
Debbie’s coasters in Modern Patchwork
Debbie Grifka of Esch House Quilts is celebrating having her coasters project featured in the 2012 edition of Modern Patchwork magazine. They look old world and modern at the same time. Go HERE to read more.
Image credit: Esch … Read More...
20 Earth Day Crafts for Kids
If you’re looking for some fun and engaging crafts to celebrate Earth Day, look no further than No Time For Flashcards! As a mom, blogger, and educator, she’s dedicated to providing her children and readers with the best possible learning … Read More...