Name this little gal and earn yourself some yarn!
This is not here, so don’t be leaving me comments about names, but check over on the One Planet Yarn and Fiber Blog to see how to enter!
Tutorial | Steampunk Photo Cube (and a giveaway)
Sharon from Crafts ‘n Coffee takes you step by step through creating this steampunk photo cube. She is also giving away a copy of the book Steampunk Chic. Entries close January 9th. Click here to go to the tutorial and … Read More...
Tips & Tricks | Year in Review Mini
Melissa Thiesse from Bursts of Creativity shares some tips and ideas for creating a Year in Review mini-album. She covers the general approach to the album as well as ideas for topics and photos to include. Click here to see … Read More...
Laura Thoughts: Make-up Magnet Board
I have a feeling this may not be a new thing but I have never seen it and it is genius. I saw this link on my cousin’s pintrest board and I want one even though I hardly ever wear … Read More...
Inspiration du Jour | Journey
Review: Mary Poppins at QPAC: Practically Perfect!
I did not know that the author of the Mary Poppins book series was born only about 255 kms (161 miles) from where I sit today (Brisbane, Australia), in a sleepy old two called Maryborough (The name of the town … Read More...
Freebie: Children’s Faces embroidery
Sandra from Sandra’s Craft Corner announced she will be offering a free pattern to her readers the first week of each month. This sweet little boy holding a melodic bird on his finger is one of 9 motifs in this … Read More...
Polymer Clay Hearts
Need a non-traditional heart for your Valentine? Something not pink and sugary but still lovely? Cheryl Harris of Cherylsart has a whole section full of ’em!
Patterns: Medieval Hunter Gatherer Bags
I found these needlework designs while perusing Janet’s website JMD Designs. She shows them off on messenger bags but I could see these worked into a quilt. You can take a closer look at these and read her inspiration … Read More...
Tutorial: Snake Charmer quilt
Melissa from Loblolly Quilts shows how she made this charming quilt top on her blog. She explains,
It’s an excellent quilt for beginning quilters and uses a charm pack to complete the top.
The Snake Charmer Quilt Tutorial provided by … Read More...
Better Buttonholes from Knitting Daily!
Sand Candle Tutorial
If you’re already dreaming of summer like me, you’ll love this tutorial on making sand candles.
Karen came up with the idea by gluing sand on pillar candles. I love the seashell and raffia touch!
She also created one out … Read More...
Giveaway: Quilting Indulgences Box
Terrye from Kaye’s Quilting Friends is hosting a giveaway you don’t want to miss. Enter and get a chance to win one of their hottest items, a Quilting Indulgences Box. Think sweets and lotions. Contest ends Jan 12, 2012. Go … Read More...
Glass Blowing According to Wikipedia
I’ve been playing with glass blowing lately…mostly with borosilicate glass. I keep getting requests at my studio for classes so I figured I’d better get good at it. I’ve dabbled and played but now I’m actually studying. Don’t I have … Read More...
Super-sized quilts | Long Thread’s Best List
This quilt, Fish Baby Log Cabin, by Malka Dubrawsky made the Top 100 Tutorials of 2011 list at The Long Thread. Blog owner Ellen Luckett Baker (author of the book 1, 2, 3 Sew by Chronicle Books) organized … Read More...
Full Circle From Knit Picks!
Full Circle from Knit Picks is the latest in their Special Reserve line. Made from re-blending merino, highland and fine highland fibers that would have been discarded, it conserves our resources and is good for the planet.
And it comes … Read More...
Tutorial: Layered ribbon heart hair accessory
Fleece Fun shows how to make a cute layered ribbon heart hair accessory for Valentine’s Day, no sewing required. The singed edges of the satin ribbon hearts creates cool curled edges and a 3-d effect. Get the tute.
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Valentine’s Day Felt Heart Pocket Bracelet & Mini-Purse for Kids
What a cute project for any girl for a Valentine’s Day treat! Kathy of Merriment Design created these darling little purses for toddlers and tweens “Hearts is the theme of two easy Valentine’s Day gifts perfect for spoiling the … Read More...
Tutorial: Quilted silhouette wall art
Susan from Living With Punks shares a tutorial at Momtastic showing how to make quilted silhouette wall art. You can use any type of image for the silhouette, but personally I’m loving the idea of using your child’s profile. This … Read More...
Read all about it: Winners of the Solids-Only Tote Challenge announced
Rikka from Ricochet and Away! announced the winners of the Solids-Only Tote Challenge that she co-hosted with Keren from Sew La Vie!. Go to Rikka’s post now to see who won, and also to see photos of all … Read More...