Tatum from K.I.S.S. (Keep It Simple, Sister) shows how to make this lovely flower brooch. The lightweight knit that she uses is SO perfect for this project, and she gets it from repurposed tights. Brilliant! Get the tute.
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Win Japanese silk thread!
Mary Corbet‘s 12 Days of Christmas giveaways continue. The latest: two stunning collections of Japanese flat silk threads. Go to her Needle ‘n’ Thread blog post to enter before January 9.
Looking for more Christmas Embroidery Patterns? Check these … Read More...
Freebie | New Year’s Eve Party Hat
Ring in the New Year wearing these party hats from Ellinée. The template is free and instructions on how to make the hats are included. Click here to go to the download.
Blow-Pop Martinis
Bringing rainbows and lollipops to the martini glass, find the recipe for Blow-Pop Martinis HERE at Tablespoon.
Carrot Castle
In the kingdom of carrot, there sits a castle of fruit and veggies. Find the how-tos to make a carrot castle HERE at Ziggity Zoom, spotted on Pinterest.
Inspiration: Kelly Clark
If you think needlepoint is flat, you need to see the dimensional stitching Kelly Clark has added to her needlepoint canvas. The beaded pumpkin shown here is just the beginning. Each detail is exquisite. See more photos at her blog … Read More...
Tutorial | Stamped Gift Wrap
Glass Bead Making Murrini Tutorial
Sheila Morley started a blog about tutorials…she posted a link for a murrini tutorial. I wish she had posted more…I like tutorials. They’re usually fun projects and they’re great to share. Check out the one she shared…it’s from Jet Age … Read More...
Ta Dah!: Piece of Cake quilt gifted
Cindy from Spin the Bobbin (love the name of her blog) finished this quilt and gifted it to friends for Christmas. I love her color choices and the overall soft, feminine feel of this quilt. She thought better of the … Read More...
Contest: 12 Prints and 3 Solids | Blogger’s Choice
Don’t miss this one. Laura at Quokka Quilts is hosting a competition for the next Blogger’s Choice Fat Quarter Bundle, an exclusive offering at the Fat Quarter Shop. If your selection of 12 prints and 3 solids wins, … Read More...
Little Monsters pillows and quilt
Cathy from Cabbage Quilts talks about these cute monster pillows on her blog. A friend made them for her nephews. Lucky little boys, I say. Trapunto make the monsters pop. The pillow pattern is by Don’t Look Now.
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Fabric swatch: Get Together by David Walker
Stop looking at fabric I tell myself! It’s no use when I find stuff like this…so stinking adorable. It’s David Walker’s Get Together collection for Free Spirit. This swatch is Squirrels and Trees Sorbet, found here.
Fabric swatch: Karavan by Valori Wells
This fabric could be used many ways but think about this in a baby girl’s nursery. Especially right for the mom and dad who want a more sophisticated look. Love. Love. Love it. It’s Valori Wells’ Karavan collection for Free … Read More...
Happy Lab Candy Stores
What a wonderful place this Happy Lab must be for the science-minded sweet tooths, what with the jars and beakers filled with colorful candies. The shop is found at various locations in Australia, but I anxiously await its arrival elsewhere. … Read More...
Win part of the studio series from Lark
Football Whoopie Pies
It is the season for football, right? I think there’s a big game coming up. A Super big game. Make football whoopie pies HERE at Make Merry Events. Are you planning on having a party or family gathering for … Read More...
Colorful Cheese Balls
Finally, rainbow food for the sophisticated set. Make these colorful cheese ball appetizers HERE at Country Living.
Tables and Chairs for Jessie
Congratulations to Jessie for winning Tables and Chairs from Lark’s new studio series!
You can still win a couple of books from the studio series as well! Leave a comment at the original posts for a chance to win Ceramic … Read More...
Nom Nom Nom!
How to Make Ice Candles
Winter is a magical time of year, with its glistening snow and frost-covered landscapes. It’s the perfect time to cozy up by the fire and enjoy the warmth of candles. If you’re … Read More...