If your hems on knit fabrics tend to roll and curl, check out this tutorial by Amanda from Kitschy Coo. She shows how she uses banding to finish off the edges of knit fabrics without creating unwanted waviness. Get … Read More...
Tutorial: Make monster softies from outgrown baby clothes
Alisa Burke used outgrown baby clothes to make monster softies that I am absolutely squealing over. I am so loving this idea!! She shares a tutorial showing how she did it. There’s no limit to the type of creature you … Read More...
Projects and Techniques: Stamping with Studio Paints
For the last four weeks Blockheads has been sharing different techniques combining stamping and Studio Paints from Claudine Helmuth. Each week features three projects with that technique, a basic card, an advanced card and a wall tile. The weekly pdf … Read More...
Quilt block library
Now this is a great resource for quilters. AnneMarie at Gen X Quilters has put together a list of links to 130 (last count) free quilt block tutorials. Nice job. Go to Block Library.
Image credit: Gen X Quilters
Free pattern: Little girl’s Bracelet Purse
Destri from The Mother Huddle shares a free pattern and tutorial for making this sweet little girl’s purse with metal ring handles. Instead of using expensive purse hardware, she made the handles out of a couple of inexpensive bangle bracelets. … Read More...
Whimsical Salvage Chic Ceremony
Fluttery ribbon streamers add whimsy to the guest seating at this “salvage chic” wedding! Learn how to make your own at Elizabeth Anne Designs, and be sure to check out all the other gorgeous details!
There’s something truly enchanting … Read More...
Tutorial: Heart mug rug
Jenna at Sew Happy Geek shows step-by-step how to make this crazy-style heart mug rug on her blog. This was a gift to her daughter for Valentine’s Day. Sweet. Get the tutorial.
Image credit: Sew Happy Geek
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Tutorial: Giant loom blooms
This is completely brilliant: Hannah of Knick Knacks & Ric Rac figured out how to make giant loom blooms from clothesline and her round Knifty Knitter by Socorro. Follow her tutorial to make some yourself!
Many thanks to Rachel… Read More...
Tutorial | Decorative Frame
Tutorial: Upcycled baskets
Here’s another clever upcycling project from Sara of Creative Jewish Mom. With a bit of yarn and a few simple stitches, she turned the styrofoam bowls from instant noodles into cute little baskets. Think of the possibilities! Any container in … Read More...
Crafting for a Cause | Operation Write Home
A New Ripple
How do you get from this:
to this?
You can read all about it here .
The serendipitous nature of felting can lead to exciting ‘variations’. This is one of those happy accidents! I love the way Alice has … Read More...
Tatting tip
Jane Eborall shares a tip for tying thread onto a tatting shuttle or bobbin in preparation for winding. Easy and smart! See her post.
Giveaway | Ephemera Bundle
Lisa Dickinson is giving away this package of vintage ephemera. Entries close February 20th, 2012. Click here to go to the giveaway.
Two patterns at Broderie
This gets my “cutest use of yo yo’s” vote. Pattern by Trish Harper at Broderie.
Also by Trish Harper, Star Point Rouge quilt pattern. Love the stars in the borders – the secondary design becomes the primary one.
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Soft Sushi Toys « Julie K in Taiwan
Julie K in Taiwan shows us some cute sushi plush toys she made from a kit bought in Taiwan. I want to find one of these kits! The key seems to be using terry cloth for the rice. In searching … Read More...
Inspiration du Jour | Love
The Beast in Boston Harbor by alternatehistories on Etsy
Alternate Histories on Etsy creates these detailed historical drawings. This one shows the horrific events during the beasts attack on Boston Harbor. For west coasters you can take a look at this drawing of Bessie the South Bay Behemoth attacking … Read More...
Easter Egg Decorating Idea: Pigs!
It’s about that time… counting down to Easter. Now that Valentine’s Day is over, my daughter wakes up each morning asking if it’s Easter yet. Soon enough. So I’ll be posting on Easter egg decorating ideas as they come along. … Read More...
Mexican Star Wars
Meaning, that is, Mexican food-themed Star Wars, I was not announcing a South of the Border remake of the classic. Specifically, a “Storm Troopadilla, a Yodalicious Salad, and a side of refried Chewbacca.” Ha ha. Find it HERE at Kitchen … Read More...