Lowri McNabb from PaperVine shares some gift wrapping ideas using the Vintedge line from Ruby Rock It. Click here to see more.
Tutorial | Collaged USA Letters
Jenni from Vintage Umbrella shares the steps for making these collaged USA letters to use as 4th of July decor. Click here to go to the tutorial.
Tips for summer parties | Independence Day
I think Buster Poindexter must have written the lyrics for Hot, Hot, Hot during a summer heat wave. Well, maybe not, but when the weather is sizzling I search for a diversion, like a party. If no one else is … Read More...
Inspiration du Jour | Together
SMASH Journal Giveaway Winners!
The giveaway officially ended yesterday and I have entered all of the comments into the random.org number generator. I’d just like to say that I had a great time reading all of the things you’d smash! It was super inspiring.… Read More...
Coloraddiction: A Glass Blog Must Read!
Wow! I love color. That’s one of the reason’s I play with glass. And as I wandered around the Interwebs searching for something fresh to share with all of you I came across Kandice Seeber’s blog, Coloraddiction. What a … Read More...
Get Summer Reads at a Great Price from Knit Picks
It’s summertime, which means it’s time for Knit Pick’s annual Summer Book Sale. Right now you can get 40 percent off select books and magazines, with just over 100 titles up for grabs at reduced prices.
Lots of the … Read More...
Happy Canada Day… in Clay
Carolyn Good of 2GoodClaymates says it just right and in clay no less – Happy Canada Day!
Photo from 2GoodClaymates.blogspot.ca
Free Sewing Pattern : Chevron pintucked sundress for baby girls
Tricia from Made By Me & Shared With You shares a free pattern and tutorial on her blog for making this sweet sundress for a baby girl. It has bias tape shoulder ties, a bodice with chevron pintucks, and a … Read More...
Tutorial: Bike Bag to hold keys and cash while riding
Tamara from Etcetorize shows how to make a handy pouch to hang on the handlebars of your bicycle. It’s just big enough to hold a wallet, a phone, and some keys so you don’t have to worry about them falling … Read More...
A Look Back at TNNA
For all the years (now more than five!) that I’ve been part of the knitting world I still haven’t made it to any of the major conferences or conventions in the world of knitting and needle arts. I really wanted … Read More...
Tutorial: Itty bitty drawstring gift pouch
This itty bitty drawstring pouch is just the thing for packaging up a jewelry gift (or purchase, if you’re an Etsy seller). A Cup of Sparkle shares a tutorial on their blog showing how to make one. They’re quick to … Read More...
Starfish in Embroidery Hoops
This is such a fun and simple idea, you don’t have to be crafty to make these! I love how the finished product looks and may be making some for my bathroom. Head over to Carolyn’s blog for the scoop … Read More...
Knit a Plushie for a Kid with Epilepsy
Vickie Howell recently started the Purple Stitch Project, which asks knitters, crocheters and sewers to create purple items to donate to children with epilepsy. The project is Howell’s way of supporting and helping to build a community for kids … Read More...
Free Pattern: American 4th of July Evaporative Beverage Cooler
It might seem like it’s a little late to be knitting for the Fourth of July, but you still have time this weekend to stitch up a patriotic craft that will get you through the holiday, the Olympics, backyard barbecues, … Read More...
Allium Fireworks Centerpiece
Dried Allium make for beautiful faux fireworks in this patriotic centerpiece from Craft Test Dummies. She’ll show you how she did it in her tutorial here — Allium “Fireworks” Centerpiece.
A Look at Vogue Knitting’s Early Fall Collection
The latest issue of Vogue Knitting, known as “early fall,” hits newsstands on July 10, but you don’t have to wait to sneak a peak at all the transitional pieces found inside. VK has posted its fashion preview for the … Read More...
Winner of “Happy Stitch” book giveaway
Christina, lucky #75 is the winner of this awesome book “Happy Stitch”. I will be emailing you for your home mailing address. I want to thank Jodie Rackley for allowing us the chance to win her book. You can buy … Read More...
Pallet Baseball Flag
I really love this rustic representation of the flag, especially because it uses baseballs, America’s past time, as stars! Courtney will even show you how to make brand new baseballs look vintage to fit on this fun display. Head over … Read More...
Custom Closet Shelving Wall
Closet organization. It can be a real chore, or you can choose to have some fun and make it a creative adventure. That’s what happened over at Imperfectly Polished when she finished her closet and put together this post on … Read More...