Amy from Mahlimoo, Me & Three shows how to make a hot/cold pack filled with rice. Keep it in the freezer as a cold pack, or heat it up in the microwave when you need a hot pack. Get the … Read More...
Tutorial: Flag pyramid softie toy
Janine from Heidi in Lederhosen shows how to make her Flag Softie toy. The pyramid toy is sewn with a different flag on each face, each one representing a country where family or loved ones live. She made the toy … Read More...
Free Sewing Pattern: Sandbridge top and shorts set for girls
Cindy from Siestas and Sewing guest blogs in the Make It In A Metre series at Kitschy Coo with a free pattern showing how to make a knit top and pair of shorts for girls. She calls it her Sandbridge … Read More...
Pastel Ruffle Rainbow Cake
Keep the rainbows coming, even after St. Patrick’s Day, especially when they are this lovely and pretty and yummy. Find the instructions to make this beautiful pastel ruffle rainbow cake HERE at Bubble and Sweet.
Hosting a Rainbow party? … Read More...
Cupcake in a Cupcake Topped with a Cupcake
It’s like a cupcake turducken! Oh, that’s a terrible comparison. It’s so much sweeter than that. It’s a cupcake in a cupcake topped with a cupcake. Because you can never have too much cupcake. Plus, I appreciate a self-aware cupcake. … Read More...
Mason Jar Wine Glasses
Aside from my whole obsessed-with-mason-jars thing, I think I like these so much because they hold such a hefty bit of wine. I’m just thinking efficiency. Also, they were inspired by a scene in the Bachelor. Turn mason jars into … Read More...
Giveaway: Four charm packs of Aneela Hoey’s A Walk in the Woods line
Maureen Cracknell Handmade is hosting a giveaway for Fat Quarter Shop on her blog. She’s got a set 4 charm packs of Aneela Hoey’s A Walk in the Woods line to give to two lucky readers. Each charm pack includes … Read More...
Exceptionally Cute Felted Purse
Anneliese over at Aesthetic Nest has done it again! She’s designed this cute little felted purse for her daughter. I love it! The bright colors are very appealing. The tutorial she offers makes it a snap to work up your … Read More...
Free pattern: Obi belt
Mimi G. received so many compliments on the obi belt that she made that she’s providing a free pattern on her blog. Thank you, Mimi! She also includes a tutorial (both written and video) telling how to sew it up. … Read More...
Retro Felt Brooches – Yalipaz
Brooches are one fashion accessory I’d love to see gain some more popularity. They’re perfect for adding a little extra something to your outfit. These retro chic felt brooches by Yalipaz on Etsy are a perfect example. This adorable felt … Read More...
Ta Dah!: Spanish Textile rug quilt
Katrina of Ugly Quilts Live Here just finished this amazing rug quilt from a pattern, Spanish Textile by J. Michelle Watts. She said she added visual interest to the seams using a zig zag stitch.
01/09/2017, Editor’s note: The blog … Read More...
Mora set to open March 31 in Asheville
Joanna Gollberg and Marthe Le Van began working together a decade ago as author and editor. Now this talented duo is getting ready to debut their new retail experience in Asheville, North Carolina.
“Wearing great pieces of designer jewelry makes … Read More...
Call for Entries: The 7th Annual Halstead Grant for Silver Jewelry Designers
Halstead Bead Inc. will be accepting applications for the 7th annual grant competition for artisans in the industry between April 15 and June 9, 2012. The winner of the 2012 business development grant will receive a prize package including … Read More...
Loom Knitting…. Have You Tried It?
If you’re like me, you used to do this about a million years ago when you were a kid. But, loom knitting is all grown up!
On the Alexe’s Creations blog, check out the cool items she’s knitted and crocheted … Read More...
Fork and Talk is back in Little Rock!
You may recall the fabulous Fork and Talk event EK Success Brands sponsored in Little Rock last October. Each participant got to meet other active bloggers who love to craft, have a scrumptious lunch from Trios, make some fun projects, … Read More...
The Principle of Knitting by June Hemmons Hiatt
It’s been a long time since I came across a definite MUST HAVE reference book. Dudes, this is totally it! If you have a question about knitting, it’s in here.
I’m sure you’ve heard about this book. The entire name … Read More...
How To Trace an existing garment to create your own sewing blocks
Ashley from Art With Ashley guest blogs in the Sewing for Me! series at kojodesigns with a tutorial showing how you can create your own sewing blocks. Once you have your basic sewing blocks, you can adapt the neck, the … Read More...
Tutorial: Pleated Chevrons Skirt
Melanie from The Crafty Cupboard guest blogs in the Sewing for Me! series at Sewing In No Man’s Land with a tutorial showing how to make her Pleated Chevrons skirt. The gray and white chevron fabric she used makes a … Read More...
Cool idea: Unconventional bobbin storage
Jennifer Ofenstein from Sew Hooked shares a photo on her blog of what she uses to organize her bobbins. I won’t share the photo here because I don’t want to spoil the surprise, so you’ll have to go check it … Read More...
Hu Bing – Shattered Glass Installation in New York Gallery
I found this story over at The Glass Quarterly Hot Sheet about Chinese Artist, Hu Bing’s installation over at Prow Art Space at the Flatiron Building in Manhattan. She’s using broken bottles for her installation. Te show is called “Shattered … Read More...
