Pearl at the Beading Gem recently posted about the work of Desiree Bigard know as PeacockTresChic on Etsy. By layering brass and sterling-plated brass filigree, Desiree creates pieces that are rich with texture and visual interest. Take a look at … Read More...
Lark Jewelry & Beading book winner
The winner of Lark’s fabulous title Color, Texture, & Casting for Jewelers: Hands on Demonstrations & Practical Applications
goes to Jusa!
Package Bow Wreath
Here’s a fun idea for a quick wreath! Pull out a package of shiny gift bows and create this sparking wreath for your door. Get the how to at Crafts ‘n things — Package Bow Wreath.
Free embroidery patterns: Christmas
Looking for more Christmas Embroidery Patterns? Check these out on Etsy
Begin a Christmas craft with these Embroidery designs in various Christmas themes.
Some cross-stitchers prefer planning their Christmas work all year, while others enjoy the rush of a time … Read More...
Sequin Christmas Trees
I love all the creative and inspiration ways to make Christmas trees and these are no exception. Check these pretty decorations out at Sweet C’s Designs — {give great gifts} Sequin Christmas Trees |.
Looking for DIY Christmas tree … Read More...
Fabulous Mr. Fox
Free embroidery patterns…for next year
I’m so sorry. I thought I had published this post, but I found it lurking in my draft folder. Maybe these sweet patterns will come in handy for next year:
We’ve chosen the best hand-embroidery patterns for you to attempt … Read More...
Vintage Glam Winter Wedding
This dreamy inspiration board from Green Wedding Shoes captures all the sparkly glamour for a beautiful winter wedding! Click here for all the details.
Recent stitch tutorials
Holiday Painted Rug
Welcome friends and family this year with a cheerful, hand painted holiday welcome mat! Heather shows you exactly how she made this over at Twenty Something — Christmas Typography Painted Rug and Plates.
Tutorial: Frame pouch using a sew-in frame
Tanya from Craft Couture by T.C. shows how to make a frame pouch using a sew-in frame. The metal frame shapes the top of pouch and includes the ball clasp closure. The little pouch has such a sweet vintage charm. … Read More...
Finish the tatted turkey
Heather of Tatted Treasures has a bit of a challenge for you. She began duplicating one of her favorite family crafts–a yoyo turkey–in tatting. But she can’t come up with a finish. Follow her free pattern and post your suggestions … Read More...
Free Sewing Pattern :: Baby sleep sack
Small Dream Factory shares a free pattern on her blog for making a baby’s sleep sack. The sleep sack will keep baby warm while she sleeps, but unlike a blanket she can’t kick it off. The pattern is sized for … Read More...
Sewing Pattern: Minky bear baby hat
Jessica from Happy Together shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make a sweet little baby’s bear hat. It’s made of minky so it’ll be warm and soft and snuggly. Get the tute.
[photo from Happy Together]
Tutorial: Leather cover for an e-reader or iPod
Tricia from Leafy Treetop Shopnd Leafy Treetop Spot shows how to make a leather cover for an e-reader or iPod. The simple lines make this a great gift for a guy. If you can’t get your hands on real … Read More...
Project: Potato Stamps
Stamp some cute gift tags and wrap using potatoes, Kanelstrand Organic living shows you how. This is a great project for the kids! (You do the carving
, let them do the stamping)
-Heather
Do you Love making cards? … Read More...
Sewing Pattern Tutorial: Unstinky fish softie
Heather from Life Made Lovely guest blogs in the Gifts for Guys series atKojoDesigns with a tutorial showing how to make a fabric fish softie. She created it for her son, who loves all things fishing. She added a … Read More...
Free patterns for feltie ornaments
More cute stashbustin’ ornaments from The Trouble with Crafting:
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Christmas Gingerbread Lantern
What a lovely idea… I’m already picturing many, many grown-up versions at many, many a holiday party. Learn to make gingerbread lanterns HERE at Family Fun.
Looking for Christmas themed Cookie Cutters, then check these out.