Sharon from Sharon Sews shows how to make a bound buttonhole. It takes a few more steps than making a simple machine-stitched buttonhole, but the look is so much more polished. If you think it’s too complicated, take a look … Read More...
Tutorial: Scalloped pencil skirt
Terra from Mama Says So shows how she created this fabulous scalloped pencil skirt. Love!! Get the tute.
[photo from Mama Says So]
Free pattern: Applique snowflake
If you’re in the mood for a wintry stitching project, make this sweet felt-applique-and-embroidery snowflake by Kimara of Wee Folk Art. Go to her blog post for the link to the pattern.
Valentine’s Day Tic-Tac-Toe Tutorial and Giveaway
Ashley of “Distractions” is holding and coaching us on a Valentine’s Day Tic-Tac-Toe Tutorial and Giveaway. She not only demonstrates how to make the Valentine’s Day Tic-Tac-Toe, but then she is giving the ones she made away. To join in … Read More...
Ta Dah!: Henrietta Whiskers whimsical
Melody at The House on the Side of the Hill finished this quilt top she calls Henrietta Whiskers. It’s full of the whimsy with squirrels and birds throughout. She credits the pattern to Anne Sutton at Bunny Hill Designs… Read More...
Win a Lucky Jackson hoop
You’ll want to get in on this: Lucky Jackson is giving away the winner’s choice of any piece in her shop! If you’ve been following her 365 Lucky Days series, then you know any hoop she’s created would deserve an … Read More...
Pattern: Love and Hearts quilt
I found this adorable Valentine’s Day quilt on Craftsy, via their newsletter this morning. The maker, 3Patch, used a paper piecing technique to create the hearts and L-O-V-E letters, with one exception. The first heart top left (1A) is a … Read More...
Tutorial: Vintage pillowcase toddler pajama pants
Brandi from Crafty Girl Squared shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to use a vintage pillowcase to make a pair of pajama pants for a toddler. The fabric in a vintage pillowcase is typically very soft. And if … Read More...
How to cut fabric on the grain
Mary Corbet of Needle ‘n’ Thread shows us how to take advantage of the grain in ground fabric. She says, “When you’re setting up a hand embroidery project, the way you cut your fabric makes a big difference in the … Read More...
How to cut fabric on the grain
Mary Corbet of Needle ‘n’ Thread shows us how to take advantage of the grain in ground fabric. She says, “When you’re setting up a hand embroidery project, the way you cut your fabric makes a big difference in the … Read More...
Lemon Chart Free From DoveStitch
Baby Bottle Motif
Tiny Pink Dancers
Tutorial: Sheer shirred scarf
Tricia from Leafy Treetop Spot shows how to make a lightweight shirred scarf. Using elastic thread makes quick and easy work of the gathers that run the length of the scarf. I’m loving it in the sheer fabrics that she … Read More...
Tutorial: DIY snuggle blanket
Melanie from The Crafty Cupboard shows how to make a snuggling blanket. You know, the large fleece blankets with sleeves? They’re really not so expensive to buy, but making one yourself means you have a greater choice of colors and … Read More...
Tutorial: Cleaning an older sewing machine
Older sewing machines are fairly easy to find at thrift stores and yard sales. They’re usually inexpensive, but they may need some TLC. Sew Delish shows how to clean an older sewing machine to get them running at their best … Read More...
Tutorial: Dolman top
Merrick from Merrick’s Art shows how to make a dolman top. The drapey, slouchy shirt is super stylish. It turns out that it’s pretty easy to make as well. I have a mountain of chores in front of me today, … Read More...
Fuse it right
Laura Wasilowski of Artfabrik has some great tips for fusing applique properly. See her post.
Free hand-embroidery pattern: Daisy wreath
Mánya of Kézzel és Lélekkel shares her pattern for a daisy wreath. She’s using it on a ring-bearer pillow with woven picot stitch for the daisy petals. Lovely! Go to her post to download the pattern.
Freebie: Girl Digital Stamp
My Sugar Paper shares a sweet little girl with a flower digital stamp for free on their blog, click here to download.
-Heather
Finding the right marker for colouring skin can be exceptionally hard, with 36 different skin color … Read More...