All along I thought myself so clever for using sprinkles and candy to decorate cookies and marshmallows and things, and I never thought of gum. Gum. Wrigley’s, to be precise. Find the how-tos to make corn husk cookies from … Read More...
Brown Paper Flowers
Guests are coming but you haven’t pulled the Christmas decorations out of the attic yet. What to do? Make these lovely brown paper flowers to decorate the center of the table or hang on the wall. Lovely! Get the step … Read More...
How To: Needle felt Heart Garland
This is such a clever idea for needle felting shapes. I think they sell something like these cookie cutters just for needle felting. I would think that you could pick up a bag of cookie cutters for a small price, … Read More...
Recycle your UFOs
Janet Perry of Nuts About Needlepoint has some great ideas for getting rid of needlepoint UFOs or unused kits and canvases that you no longer want. I especially like her suggestions for charitable recycling. See her post.
It takes a village…
If you think this needlepoint stand-up is cute, just wait till you see: Maelyse Webb of Memphis, TN, USA, stitched the entire Thanksgiving Village from Rebecca Woods Designs and had each element mounted with an easel back. What a brilliant … Read More...
Tutorial: Lavender sachet ornament
Fiona of Mother’s Cupboard has guest-posted a tutorial on Shabby Art Boutique for creating this monogrammed lavender sachet. It would make a beautiful, fragrant Christmas ornament or a sweet giftie for any time of year. See her tute.
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Racaire visits Amsterdam
Racaire of Racaire’s Embroidery & Needlework gives us a look at some of the epic historical embroidery at the Joods Historisch Museum in Amsterdam. Racaire’s travels always include study of her artform–medieval embroidery–and I’m so glad she shares what she … Read More...
Tutorial: Stumpwork beetle
Elizabeth of Sew in Love shows us how to create a classic stumpwork beetle. Beautiful! See her tute.
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? Then check out these craft books.
Not sure what stumpwork is? Stumpwork or raised … Read More...
A big little carpet
Janet Granger‘s e-newsletter announces:
… Read More...I’ve just launched a new miniature needlepoint carpet kit, called ‘Saskia’ – it would make a great Christmas present. The design is an Oriental one, in shades of mid-blue with deep red and cream highlights,
Rice Krispies Treats Winter Scene
It’s a winter wonderland of Rice Krispies Treats. Isn’t this just the most perfect combination of sweet and cute? Found HERE at Cute as a Fox, find the how-tos to make those swirly pops in the background HERE, … Read More...
Lego Marshmallow Pops and a Lego Party
Legos, Legos, Legos! So much personality on a marshmallow. Find ideas for a Lego party, including these easy-to-make Lego marshmallow pops and these lazy candy Lego men lounging on frosting HERE at Flexible Dreams.
DIY Christmas ornaments
Here are some more great DIY Christmas ornaments from vintage umbrella:
(1) Baby’s First Christmas
(2) Button-trimmed stockings
(3) Pompom wreaths
(4) Felt scottie dogs
(5) Gingerbread boys and girls
(6) Felt umbrellas
Looking for more Christmas Embroidery Patterns? … Read More...
Packaging for Serving Pie
How about a new idea to serve pie in paper (hmmm, this would be great for a picnic or outdoor party, too… or maybe the “winter” weather here in DC is just too mild now so outdoor parties are in … Read More...
Framed Recipe Kitchen Art
Here’s a fabulous way to preserve those hand written family recipes that have been handed down from generation to generation. These make a wonderful keepsake and perfect art for the kitchen. See the tutorial at Tattered Style — Framed Recipes … Read More...
Tutorial: Folded Star ornaments
Trish from All Things Crafty shares how she makes Folded Star ornaments. She says,
They make great Christmas gifts. It brings crafting and quilting together for a great keepsake! The possibilities are endless for color combinations.
Leah’s wool bound throw | modern loveliness
The talent in the craft blogging community never disappoints. Leah from Montana Modern Quilt Guild blog shows off a modern throw she made by sewing strips of wool around the perimeter of a rectangle of organic fleece . Talk about … Read More...
How to make pinecone turkey Thanksgiving place cards
I think just about everywhere there are trees that you can find pinecones littering the ground underneath but if not you can score them in the store. Why not whip up some of these cute turkey place card holders to … Read More...
Lookie what she made: Dressy Christmas outfit from casualwear patterns
Debbie from Squiggly Twigs Designs shows how she used patterns intended for casualwear to make a dressy Christmas outfit. The blouse was made from a pattern intended for knits, but she used it with a non-stretchy polyester. Her post explains … Read More...
Rikka’s entry in Solids-Only Tote Challenge
Rikka from Ricochet and Away entered this full of the awesome tote in the Solids-Only Tote Challenge she and Keren from sew la vie are hosting. Of her tote she explains,
… Read More...I tried some wonky patchwork and machine quilting, added
Tutorial: Adjustable fleece hat
Gwen from Gwenny Penny shows how to make an adjustable fleece hat. It comes down far enough to cover the ears, and a bit of elastic at the back allows you to cinch it in for a snug fit. I’m … Read More...