Possibly the cutest wrist pin cushion ever: Quilt Story‘s tutorial at Moda Bakeshop blog uses abundant photos to show us how to make this Pea Pod notion from a Jelly Roll (precut fabrics) or scraps. See the tute.… Read More...
Inspiration: Kaori I
When I first saw this beautiful crazy-quilt block, I thought, “So sweet! It has almost a Japanese aesthetic.” Then I noticed the stitcher’s ID: Kaori I of Japan. Of course! Go to Kaori’s Bead Journal Project 2012 post to enlarge … Read More...
Eye candy: Ecclesiastical embroidery
Hand and Lock is posting images of recent work by category, which you can view as slide shows. If you’d like to get an eyeful of gorgeous religious-themed embroidery, check out the H&L post.
Tutorial: Foil on fabric
If you’d like to try foiled images on an art quilt or other textile, you’re in luck! Deb of Cold Feet Quilter is sharing the instructions she uses in her live workshops. Check out the tute.
Do not miss this giveaway from Lark Jewelry & Beading!
Lark Jewelry & Beading is offering you a chance to win two pairs of gorgeous earrings made by Mary Hettmansperger! This giveaway goes along with the release of Mary’s exciting new book Heat, Color, Set & Fire: Surface Effects for … Read More...
Jun Kaneko – Glass Artist
Wow!! I was wandering around Facebook…like I don’t have glass to work on. And I found a post about Jun Kaneko. I ran over to his site (how else do you describe it?). His work takes my breath away. … Read More...
Lanny Bergner – Sculptor – Daily Art Muse
Daily Art Muse strikes again. This time it’s Lanny Bergner a sculptor that actually works mostly with wite. But he uses glass frit colorize his pieces and they are just awesome. So that’s why he gets a big mention here. … Read More...
DIY-Felt Rose Flower Tutorial & felt quilt
Dini lives in Indonesian and hosts “capungmungil” blog. She is an amazing designer and is into writing children’s books. Today I will cover her stunning felted flowers and her beautiful patchwork quilt from felt. Check out her blog for … Read More...
Millions of Viewers Already Know: Have You Heard of FaveCrafts?
Chances are if you’re a crafter then you’ve heard of the website FaveCrafts. Maybe you’re among the 1 million viewers that their site and sister sites receive each and every day. Or perhaps you’re one of the 3 million … Read More...
Tip: Card Layering
Jessie with There She Goes stamps has some great tips for getting all those layers on your cards to measure and look perfect.
-Heather
Tutorial: Rolled fabric sunburst flower
Heidi from Sew.Craft.Create. shows how to roll and twist fabric strips into a gorgeous sunburst flower. She used hers to make an embellishment for a headband, but you could also add a pin back to make a brooch. Get the … Read More...
Giveaway: 3 yards of organic fabric from Modern Fabrics
Maureen Cracknell Handmadeis hosting a giveaway for one of her sponsors, Modern Fabrics. One of her readers will win 3 yards of organic fabric from their shop (up to a $30 value). You can choose from Amy Butler’s … Read More...
Sewing Pattern Tutorial: Hopscotch Skirt
Jen from iCandy Handmade guest blogs in the Sewing for Me! series at Kojodesigns with a tutorial showing how to make her Hopscotch Skirt. It’s a gathered skirt with a wide waist band and a sash that ties at the … Read More...
Tutorial – Joining Ends
How to make a fold out photo album in a recycled tin
This is just darling and so perfect for the 4th of July! Pop on over to Lowri’s blog Paper vine for the tutorial on how to make a fold out mini album in a recycled tin (the album is a … Read More...
Free Pattern – Cute Little Easter Basket
If you’re looking for a fun and festive knitting project to celebrate Easter, you’ll love this cute little Easter basket from Sarah at knitting.about.com. The best part? It’s a free pattern … Read More...
Polka Dot Easter Egg Cake Decorations
Find the very clever “oh, that’s how she did that” instructions to make these polka dot Easter egg cake decoratings HERE at Bird on a Cake. I never woulda thought of it.
Tutorial: Grace Kelly-inspired dress with pieced curve bodice
Sally from Charity Shop Chic turned a thrifted skirt into the gorgeous Grace Kelly-inspired dress you see here. The curved piecing at the bodice is utterly fabulous! Proper fit is critical in a dress like this, and it took a … Read More...
Free Blackwork Patterns
This cute elephant blackwork project is just one of several free blackwork projects posted at Russian Blackwork for you to enjoy. Remember, just because it’s called blackwork doesn’t mean you have to use black floss, so have fun choosing the … Read More...
Kinkavel Krosses Quilt Block Cross Stitch Project
I love quilt blocks and so this project from Kincavel Krosses jumped out at me. I can’t wait to stitch it up in some lovely spring colors. Get the free chart.