When I saw this book, tatted Jewelry I thought the designs were crocheted. Imagine my surprise when I actually saw the title and learned that the designs are tatted. I have done some needle tatting, but this book’s … Read More...
Pumpkin Seed Brittle
This is a perfect example of that tiny little extra step that makes something go from yummy recipe to yummy, crafty recipe… Not just pumpkin seed brittle, but pumpkin seed brittle shaped like a pumpkin. Plus it only takes ten … Read More...
Pilgrim Lunch
Have lunch with a pilgrim… Oh, wait, not exactly with a pilgrim. Poor pilgrim. And he looks so cute. And just right for lunch. Make him HERE at Kitchen Fun with My 3 Sons.
Freebie | Printable Thanksgiving Place Cards
Here’s a last minute idea for your Thanksgiving table: Fall themed place cards! Just print, cut, add names and fold. Click here for download and instructions. Looking for Thanksgiving printables? Check these designs out on Etsy.
Inspiration du Jour | Hello Daisies
More Cool Bead Molds from Colour de Verre
Yes I know I just wrote about Colour de Verre molds, after all that is their specialty, but they’ve added a couple of new bead molds to their line-up and they’re pretty cool. I must then share with all of … Read More...
Lookie what she made: Formal day dress from her daughter’s wedding dress
Pam from Threading My Way shows the lovely formal dress that she made – out of her daughter’s wedding dress. I love that her daughter was the one who encouraged her to take on such a risky project, and that … Read More...
Tutorial: Tiered ruffled hostess apron
Sew4Home shows how to make a tiered ruffled hostess apron. They made theirs from vintage-y florals to give it a romantic cottage feel. It would also be fun out of brights for a sassier look. Get the tute.
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Newsy: Crazy Quilt Journal Project – 2012
Kathy at Shawkl wants fiber artists to know about the first annual Crazy Quilt Journal Project. She’s thrilled to have J. Marsha Michler, author of The Magic of Crazy Quilting, as the honorary chairperson for this event. Registration … Read More...
Tutorial: Bandana headband with elastic
Enkarna from GateArte shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make a bandana headband with elastic at the bottom. You can find bandanas inexpensively at discount and craft stores. Or, if you can’t find a bandana with a … Read More...
Tutorial: Sew a tea wallet
Anne from the GreenStitch poscast shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make a tea wallet. The fabric case has 6 pockets to hold tea bags. It all folds up for easy transport in your purse. This would … Read More...
Tutorial: Pieced cosmetic bag
Jenna at Sew Happy Geek shows how she made this adorable paper pieced cosmetic bag with a tutorial on her blog. She said she used a Circle Of Geese pattern available for free online. Get the know-how.
Pin your package
Betz White shows how to use her awesome felt poinsettia brooch as a gift topper. This simple trick will work with any pin. What a great way to give your packages some bling and add a little extra treat to … Read More...
Bead the edge
Nima of Made to Treasure shows us a gorgeous beaded edging for ornaments and explains how it’s done. It’s easy! See her post.
Looking for more Christmas Embroidery Patterns? Check these out on Etsy or check out these Pattern … Read More...
Stitch better puncetto
Jeanine in Canada shares some tips for improving your puncetto needle lace skills. Take advantage of her lessons learned. Go to her Italian Needlework blog post for details.
Pat Sloan interviews Little Bits author and hosts giveaway
Pat Sloan interviewed Kathreen Ricketson from WhipUp.net as part of the Little Bits blog tour. Pat gives us a peek inside Kathreen’s home and asks things we want to know, like how she got started sewing. Go HERE to read … Read More...
Wooden Tea Light Holder Tutorial
If you have a drill, wood stain, piece of wood and some sand paper you can make this beautiful rustic tea light holder!
Stephanie came up with this simple project and was kind enough to share the candle holder tutorial. … Read More...
10-Minute Felt Santa Ornament tutorial
Ellen Luckett Baker of “The Long Thread” lives with her husband and two girls in Atlanta, Georgia and has an awesome blog. She also has had her first book published; “1, 2, 3 Sew: Build Your Skills with 33 Simple … Read More...
Technique: Make Your Own Sparkly Ink
Jeanette Lynton shares a cool technique of combining glitter glue and Re-Inkers to add a fun shimmer to any stamped project.
-Heather
Camera Cookie Cutters
I hereby declare another trend (I do a lot of trend-declaring, though I’m pretty sure there’s someone out there more qualified declaring trends way before I declare trends)… edible cameras. Like these or these. And since I’m a cookie … Read More...