Believe it or not, that tree is decorated with thousands of Easter eggs! The number reached 9,800 in 2011 and they have finally reached full capacity this year at 10,000 amazing Easter eggs! Look at this close up…
This tree … Read More...
Tutorial: Boutique-style embellished tees for little girls
Destri from The Mother Huddle shows how you can add fabric embellishments to a plain t-shirt to create a boutique-style top for a little girl. Aside from some handstitching to gather up the fabric rosettes, there’s no sewing required. She … Read More...
Tutorial: Adding trendy metal trims to a sewing project
Metal trims are showing up more and more in sewing projects. Sew4Home gives the scoop for working with these trims, including how to finish the end of zipper tape and how to thread leather cord through a chain and finish … Read More...
Tutorial: Diaper changing pad and matching wipes case
Larissa from Just Another Day in Paradise shows how to make a diaper changing pad and matching wipes case. The changing pad has a vinyl layer covering the cotton fabric so it has a handy wipe-clean surface. This would make … Read More...
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Easter Egg Toss Game
This simple Easter Egg Activity comes from our sister site. If you’re planning on having a family gathering or a picnic then these little eggs are sure to entertain all ages.
They can be used as a Toss-Into-The-Basket Game or … Read More...
Garden Inspired Polymer Clay Tutorials
As far as gardening goes I am a Rank Amateur but it doesn’t mean I don’t spend a little more time on it each year… and my prep work for this years garden lead me to thinking of gardens and … Read More...
Mighty mini men
I adore these hairy muscle men by Nichol of Pink Cheek Studios. I’m especially attracted to the hairy-chested ones. Just sayin. Go to Nichol’s post.
Or nue tattoo
Wow. Really. Wow. Look closely at that pendant. The stitched image is worked entirely in couched goldwork. The maker, Charlotte Bailey of Hanging by a Thread, says,
… Read More...Simple, really: work an oval of couching, chop it up (!) and mount
Make floss-bobbin magnets
This is such a clever idea! Perfect for the fridge of a stitchy mom (shown above) or the craft room of any embroiderer. Floss-bobbin magnets! Find out how to make them from Susan‘s tutorial at Red Gate Stitchery.
Join a needlepoint club
Doreen of The Art Needlepoint Co. clues us in about their new Needlepoint Clubs. She says,
… Read More...The first of the clubs:
1. The Flower Collector
2. It’s All About Animals
3. Landscapes Near and FarHow it works: Purchase any
Big sale on mini needlework kits!
Check out this rockin news from Janet Granger! She says,
… Read More...I’ve decided which designs will be discontinued from my current range of miniature needlepoint embroidery kits, to make space for the new designs being brought out this spring. So,
Tutorial: Tassel pillow with jute webbing backing
Sew4Home shows how you can create a luxe tassel pillow with a jute webbing backing. Their post says that they have seen similar pillows for $300 to $500. Scandalous when you can make one yourself! Get the tutorial to see … Read More...
Signing needleart
Heather of In Love with Threads has some great advice about why and how to “sign” your needlework. See her post. And keep an eye on this up-and-coming needlework blog!
Tutorial: Lined waterproof hiking pants for toddlers
CraftyMom from A Thought or Two made a pair of hiking pants for her toddler son. They’re made from two layers – a fleece lining and a waterproof nylon outer. This was her first time ever making a pair of … Read More...
Tutorial: A notion with class
Wouldn’t this little notion look pretty on your sewing table or in your take-along bag! And it’s practical, too. Under that fabric and trim is a retractable tape measure. Excellent! See Benita Skinner‘s tutorial on Victoriana Quilt Designs blog… Read More...
Tutorial: Soy Envelope Clutch with two closure options
Mel from All Wrapped Up shares a free pattern on her blog for making her Soy Envelope Clutch bag, with a couple of variations for the closure. The original tutorial shows how to make the purse with a bag lock. … Read More...
Chocolate Chip Easter Baskets
Instructions from the master (as in, Nestle Toll House)… Make chocolate chip cookie Easter baskets HERE at Very Best Baking.
Techniques: Metal Foil Tape
Tim Holtz and Teresa Natividad share with you what you can do with Ranger’s adhesive backed Metal Foil Tape. You can ink it, stamp on it, die cut and emboss it, this stuff looks so cool! (I think I need … Read More...
Coming next week: tutorials/DIYs for cleaning your home
In honor of spring cleaning, I’m going to gather all the best “make your own” liquid soap/cleaning products/shower sprays/detergents, etc. here next week on the blog. But I need your help. Have a tutorial you think I should include? Or … Read More...
