Rachel from Family Ever After shows how to turn a stack of old neckties into a fun little skirt. The wedge shape of the ties creates an A-line shape for the skirt, and the pointed ends create a cute zig … Read More...
Eclectic BOM at Craftsy – 2012
Did I read this right? Free online video classes at Craftsy every month, taught by Amy Gibson? Yes, I did. She used the word eclectic to describe her quilting style and this matches my own. Learn, make and share 20 … Read More...
The Winner of “Fabric-by-Fabric One-Yard Wonders” Giveaway
I am pleased to announce that lucky #159 Charlene is the winner of this popular giveaway. Happy New Year Charlene from Craft Gossip Felting and all of Craft Gossip. I want to thank all of you that entered this giveaway … Read More...
Tip: Heart Doily from Circles
Betsy Veldman shares a fun tip for turning circle doilies into a heart doily, it’s a lovely background for a Valentine’s Day or Anniversary card!
-Heather
Are you looking for more Valentine’s Day Embellishments, papers, and supplies?
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Nothing Says Festive like a Felt Jellyfish tutorial
Adrienne is offering us a felt Jelly Fish tutorial on her blog “A+a=z”. She saw and admired Futuregirl’s Seahorses and decided to create her own Jelly Fish using repurposed fabrics and threads. However, she knows that Futuregirl’s patterns are for … Read More...
Night Watch for big boy room
My daughter saw this quilt on mommy blog Jellybean and Peanut and started screaming, “Come here Mom, you’ve got to see this.” Excited by her find, she plans to do her young son’s room in it as he moves away … Read More...
Peppermint Sugar Cubes from Leftover Candy Canes
I’m always a fan of finding uses for leftover holiday candy. Such a happier image than that Christmas-is-over reminder when we see a broken candy cane under the couch. Make peppermint sugar cubes from leftover candy canes HERE at homework… Read More...
Win Renaissance wools!
Today’s 12 Days of Christmas giveaway at Needle ‘n’ Thread is 27 skeins of elegant crewel wool from Renaissance Dyeing. Go to Mary Corbet‘s blog post to enter before January 9.
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Tutorial: Casserole – Pie Carrier
Learn how Vanessa from Crafty Gemini created this quilted carrier on her blog. Apparently these are as hot as the dishes they carry. Vanessa said she received over 100 requests for a tutorial on how to make one. Go HERE … Read More...
Inspiration: Karen Ruane
I am always awed by the delicacy of Karen Ruane‘s work. Her take on shisha embroidery is soft, pure. Peeks into her eyelet stitches deliver sweet surprises. See more at her blog post.
Enter PushingTheLimits
Joetta Maue gives us the heads-up about an awesome upcoming fiber art exhibition. You can apply to be part of it! Her post says,
… Read More...PushingtheLimits is a biennial exhibition held at artspace gallery in Richmond, VA. The show aims to
Using negative space
Michelle of A Can of Crafty Curiosities created nameplate hoops for two little boys using only French knots. Rockin! See more at her blog post.
Chart and tutorial: Needlepoint ornament
Laura of Two-Handed Stitcher shares a new Mystery Monday needlepoint ornament design. Go to her tute.
New from Kreinik
Kreinik Thread is introducing a number of new products for 2012. Check out their blog post about what’s to come.
Ed. note: Kreinik did not ask or compensate me to post about their products.
Is it a toy?
No, that’s not the classic toy we all love. It’s a felt-applique and embroidery facsimile that Jennifer of parrish platz created to cover her e-reader. Clever! See more views at her blog post.
Retro fabulous recycled thank you cards
Margot Potter of the blog The Impatient Crafter has posted this timely design and tutorial on how to make recycled pulp fiction thank you cards.
Gumball Tic Tac Toe
Such a quick and easy party game for kids. Play gumball tic tac toe HERE at One Charming Party, courtesy of Hank and Hunt.
Chocolate Dipped Panda Gummy Bears
So tiny and adorable. But then, Pandas make everything adorable. Find the how-tos to make chocolate dipped gummy bear pandas
HERE at The Cheese Thief.
{Monday Moods at DIY Weddings} Scandinavian Inspired
Scandinavian style is all about light, nature, and simple yet elegant design. The photo above is a little snippet from a pretty Scandinavian-inspired mood board featured at Boho Bride. Click this link to see more.
Conversation Heart Vodka
Too soon to start posting on Valentine’s Day? I hope not. Look, a grown-up, drinkable version of the classic conversation heart candies . Make conversation heart-infused vodka HERE at Stylish Home.