The Designer Nursery has some very cute ABC posters. The Star Wars one comes in a variety of colorways.
Star Wars Inspired Print 3 Colour Charcoal by thedesignersnursery.
New Release: The Stamps of Life
The Stamps of Life has just released three cute new stamp sets, froggies, penguins and party words. I adore the penguin set, perfect for winter cards!
-Heather
Postcardly
This site is still in beta but it looks pretty cool. You can basically send an email and it gets turned into a postcard and sent to who ever you want it sent to. This would be super awesome to … Read More...
Cross Stitch Sonic Screwdriver
Corn Cookie Pops
And look, coincidentally a similar submission for corn cookie pops… one that uses store-bought cookies for the corn and crepe paper for the husk. Oh all you people out there are so crafty. Find the how-tos HERE at pharMa.
Decorate Corn Cookies with Gum
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.
Looking … Read More...
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.
Looking for books on Stumpwork Embroidery
? 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.