Add pretty patterned papers (another great use for scraps!) to clear buttons and stack them together to form a lovely winter tree, the perfect focal point for a wonderful winter card! Find complete instructions at Hero Arts.
-Heather
Black Friday alert: Quilting book by Klutz
On special for Black Friday at Barnes and Noble you can get the Quilting: Design and Make Your Own Patchwork Projects
by Klutz for Scholastic, Inc. for 30% off. Get an extra 10% cash back through ebates (that’s double … Read More...
How-to: Embroidered jewelry
Windy River shares tips and techniques for creating embroidered jewelry and avoiding the “flop factor.” See her post.
How to make retro fabulous recycled Christmas cards
I am a big fan of modern design and Margot the craftastic crafter behind the blog The Impatient Crafter has whipped up some positively retro fabulous recycled Christmas cards for this holiday season here in 2011. Check out her tutorials … Read More...
Stitch dimensional holly berries
Manya of kézzel és lélekkel shows us how to create dimensional holly berries using raised cup stitch. So clever and beautiful. See her tute.
And many thanks to SharonB of Pin Tangle for pointing out this find.
Looking for … Read More...
Learn perfect blanket stitch
If anyone’s an expert at blanket stitch, it’s Kimara of Wee Folk Art. We’ve seen her perfectly spaced stitches on the models for the many felt-applique and embroidery block patterns she’s shared with us. I’m thrilled that she’s sharing her … Read More...
Black Friday Special | RadLab for $114!
On special for Black Friday at Totally Rad you can get the RadLab photo editing software for $114 instead of the usual $149. They have also discounted their Photoshop actions and Lightroom preset packages. Click here for more information.
Kate’s Arty Bits Blog
If you enjoy reading cross-stitch blogs as much as I do, then Kate’s Arty Bits Blog is definitely one to check out.
Christmas Freebie
Free Italian designs
Jeanine in Canada of Italian Needlework gives us the heads-up about a vintage Italian stitchery book that is now available free online. She quotes the book’s title page:
… Read More...82 plates, designs for alphabets, monograms, companies, insignias, initials, symbols, heraldic decorations,
Project: Stamped and Framed Santa
This lovely vintage inspired home decor project comes from Karen McAlpine of Dreaming and Creating. Click here to find out how she transformed a boring photo frame into a wonderful stamped canvas.
-Heather
Tutorial: Make a slipcover for an ottoman
Sew4Home shows how to breathe new life into an old ottoman by making a slipcover. Get the tutorial.
[photo from Sew4Home]
Make a handy tool
Mary Corbet of Needle ‘n’ Thread shows us how to make an easy, inexpensive pounce tool. Brilliant! See her post.
Tutorial: Make an iPad stand
Jen from bettycrockerass shares a tutorial for sewing up a handy iPad stand. The triangular stand holds the iPad at an angle for hands-free reading. This would make an awesome gift!! Get the tutorial.
[photo from bettycrockerass]
Tutorial: Reusable fabric gift sack
Rachael from Rachael Rabbit shows how to make a reusable gift sack for Christmas gift giving. It’s fully lined with a batting interlining so it keeps its shape (and won’t spoil the surprise of what’s inside). The rustic fabric on … Read More...
Tutorial: Add a cutout design to the back of a dress bodice
Cindy from Cation Designs shows how to adapt the bodice of a dress to add a cut-out design at the back. Her method allows for the insertion of a zipper underneath the design, and you can use just about any … Read More...
Tutorial: Whimsical patchwork elf stocking
Jamie from DIY Home Sweet Home shows how to make a patchwork elf stocking with a curled up toe and a zig-zag-y cuff. The mix of bright colors in her patchwork gives it a whimsical feel. The patchwork is fabulous, … Read More...
Free pattern: Needlepoint ornament
Laura of Two-Handed Stitcher shared this beautiful ornament design over the past several weeks. It may be too late to work it as a mystery project, but it’s not too late to stitch the design. See her posts:
Nick Cave’s Sound Suit
I saw a picture similar to this in the November 21, 1011 issue of Time Magazine. It’s certainly an amazing work of art.
Nick Cave was a name unknown to me. After I saw this crazy picture, I had to … Read More...
Black Friday Special | Making Memories Slice Elite
Today only, Friday November 25th, 2011, the Black Friday Special on Making Memories is the Slice Elite package on sale for $189.99 instead of the usual $294.94. Plus get an additional 10% off, making the final cost $170! Click … Read More...