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.
[photo … Read More...
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...
Master Your Knitting With A New Technique for 2012!
Knit a brioche hat, rock someone’s world with socks, or play with bulky yarn. No matter what it is, Interweave has the means to teach you.
Master any technique with Interweave, start HERE!
Lookie what she made: Wrapped washer pattern weights
Toni from Sugar Tart Crafts shows what she did with the collection of heavy washers that she got for Christmas. (Yes, she asked for the washers…) She wrapped them with ribbon and turned them into pattern weights. They look like … Read More...
Freebie: ScrapStreet Magazine
ScrapStreet, the free on-line papercrafting magazine, now has their current issue up for viewing, be sure to check out the Card Corner for several wonderful card samples (like this one from Teresa Horner).
-Heather
Glitter Cake Tutorial
New Year’s is done, but there should be plenty of occasions throughout the rest of the year that merit a little confetti and glitter. Find the how-tos to make this glitter cake with homemade, edible confetti HERE at Glitter Guide… Read More...
Finishing Made Easy – Buttonholes, Bands and Borders from Interweave!
Brand new, from Interweave, the DVD set is also downloadable in instant video and hi-def video.
Decide ahead of time the cast on and bind off that will enhance your project perfectly, bands, borders and hem ideas, eyelet ideas, icord … Read More...