Where I live, it’s Family Day today. Of course, I spaced out and booked work this Family Day but my family helped me pull it off. And I promise to spend a ton of time visiting with family later this … Read More...
Gail’s dragon quilt
Gail at I Think Sew talks about how close she is to starting the sewing part on her dragon quilt. Made from hexagons, this soon-to-be-quilt-top is like a huge puzzle. Amazing! Go HERE to read more.
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Full Circle Yarn by Knit Picks!
Full circle yarn, made from recycled fibers. It’s spun from a blend of merino and highland wool fibers that would have been discarded, allowing for reduced waste and conservation of natural resources.
Ok, that’s what Knit Picks says.
This is … Read More...
Animal Cookie Truffle Pops
I agree that everything tastes better on a stick. And I simply must find those colorful lollipop sticks. Make animal cookie truffle pops HERE at Little Food Junction.
Mini King Cake
I assume you all know by now my adoration of small edible versions of big edible things, yes? Make a mini King Cake HERE at pharMA.
Presidents Know How to Party
Grr, I’m way late posting this since President’s Day is almost over, but a great one to bookmark for next year or for Election Day… Loving this President’s Day party sent to me by Heidi (thanks, Heidi!). Check out the … Read More...
Newsy: QuiltCon 2013 in Austin, Texas
This is great news! The Modern Quilt Guild announced today they are hosting their very first convention and quilt show in 2013, February 21-24 in Austin, Texas. Denyse Schmidt is the keynote speaker. Find out more, go to their website, … Read More...
Chicago: Randolph Street Market Antique Fair
On Saturday morning, February 4th I hopped the Metra train and traveled 90 minutes south to Union Station in downtown Chicago. Waiting for me at a little cafe for breakfast was my friend Wendy Piersall, author of Mom Blogging For … Read More...
DIY Wedding Box Invitation
How posh to send your wedding invitation in a box! Jinky Kowalski of Jinky’s Crafts shares a budget-friendly tutorial for making your own over at the May Arts Ribbon blog. Thanks for the inspiration Jinky!
Tutorial: Cardigan to cowl scarf
Ilene from Come On, Ilene! gave an old cardigan sweater new life as a cowl scarf. The chunky cable knit and buttons look pretty cool on the cowl, don’t you think? It’s a quick, easy project and she has a … Read More...
Yellow Elm Felted Headband Giveaway!
Emily Jeffords of “BeautifulHello” is hosting it’s very first give-away! One lucky person will be given a Yellow Elm Peaceful Garden felted headband! The Peaceful Garden headband is handcrafted from soft wool, with a little twirl of embroidery sewn into … Read More...
Tutorial: Make lined curtains out of a duvet and a flat sheet
Melissa from Honeybee Vintage shows how to make a set of curtains out of bed linens. What a great idea! She used a duvet that she found at a thrift store, but you might also be able to pick one … Read More...
DIY: Matte Nail Polish
Ok, now this has just about everything going for it: cool nail polish, doing it yourself AND using up old eye shadow in those crazy colors that simply are not flattering to any living being but would look great on … Read More...
Tutorial: Sewing caddy and Hello Kitty pincushion
Sew4Home shows how to make this handy little caddy for organizing your sewing notions. They made it from a cute Hello Kitty fabric, and then made a matching Hello Kitty pincushion. Cute!!! Get the tutorial.
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Project: Wet Erase Board
October Afternoon has an adorable wet erase board project on their blog. They used a preprinted journaling card but you could easily incorporate a stamped image on cardstock for a great personalize way to leave notes. Click here for step … Read More...
Tutorial How to make a felted flower brooch
If you ever wanted to learn to wet felt wool to dying it and then creating a stunning brooch, this is the tutorial for you. Galafilc form the Russian Team on ETSY, creates amazing and unique hand felted items. Today … Read More...
Seed Kit Favors
When it comes to planning a wedding, the details are what make the celebration truly special. And what better way to make your day memorable than by incorporating eco-friendly and creative touches that reflect your love for both your partner … Read More...
Just two stitches
I can’t stop looking at this remarkable embroidery by dozydotes. With two simple stitches–lazy daisy and French knot–she has created a colorful, textural work that invites study and touch. Lovely! Go to dozydotes’ flickr stream to see a large … Read More...
Success: Foto/Fiber 2012
Virginia Spiegel‘s fund-raiser for the American Cancer Society, Foto/Fiber 2012, was a resounding success, meeting its goal of garnering more than $7000 in two days for this worthy cause. Well done! I’m so pleased to tell you that I … Read More...
Tutorial: Felt umbrella
Eep! Cynthia Treen’s guest post on The Crafts Dept. shows us step by step how to create a felt-sculpture umbrella. Maybe your doll needs one. Or adapt it for a beautiful, keepsake shower decoration. See the tute.