As you begin to think of stocking stuffers for stitchers, one great gift idea is scissor fobs. I LOVE them.
Holiday Scene
Stylized Christmas Tree
Bicycle Bathroom Vanity
I have to thank the big wig here at Craft Gossip. Shellie found this and had sent it to me via Pinterest. I followed several Pinterest referrals and ended up on someone’s blog who didn’t give any credit for where … Read More...
Tip: Shop chains for deals on quilting supplies
If you are new to quilting you will find out sooner or later that the best place to buy and save on supplies is at one of the large chains such as Jo Ann Fabric. Jennifer at Ellison Lane Quilts … Read More...
Project: Winter Snowman Card
Theresa over at Crafting the Web shares step by step instructions for making this cool snowman card. I love how she used masking for the hills and the embossed lines near the sentiment add a neat touch.
-Heather
Gift idea: Signed copy Malka’s latest quilt book
Textile artists, quilters, and any lover of beautiful fabric this post is for you. Order this book straight from the author and she’ll sign it for you. In case you’ve been absent, this is Malka Dubrawsky’s latest book Fresh Quilting: … Read More...
Homemade Pumpkin Twinkies
And speaking of Confessions of a Cookbook Queen, not only are these homemade Twinkies, but these are homemade pumpkin Twinkies with cream cheese marshmallow filling. Nothing says Thanksgiving like homemade pumpkin Twinkies with cream cheese marshmallow filling. Find the … Read More...
Bugle Cornucopia Favors
And speaking of Cookies and Cups… Isn’t this so easy and clever? Bugles and candy make cornucopia favors. Done and done. Find the how-tos and free printable HERE at Cookies and Cups.
Twilight Shooters
Anyone out there still addicted to Twilight? If so, make some white chocolate strawberry Twilight shooters HERE at That’s What We Said, a new super duper site from two of our favorites, Kristan of Confessions of Cupcake Queen and … Read More...
Crepe Paper Fan Cupcake Topper
Why I love paper cupcake toppers: 1. You can make them ahead of time and just stick them in cupcakes last minute. 2. Sticking a paper cupcake topper into a cupcake adds instant cuteness and fanciness without the muss and … Read More...
Christmas Tree Brownies
Easy peasy brownies-to-Christmas trees… Love how fast and simple this seems. Find the how-tos for Christmas tree brownies HERE at Luvcrumbs. If you are looking for a yummy tasting boxed brownie mix, because you are short on time or perhaps … Read More...
Chocolate Stamps
Remember these beauts? Well, find the step-by-steps to stamp the chocolate toppers HERE at Prunille fait son show.
Autumn Leaf Bouquet
This beautiful bouquet of firey roses is actually made from fall leaves. You can get the step by step tutorial over at Design*Sponge — diy project: autumn leaf bouquet.
Floral Party Hats
I spotted these festive floral party hats created by Jordan of Oh Happy Day and fell in love with their whimsical look! I discovered them via Glitter Weddings along with suggestions for wearing these jaunty accessories at bridal showers, bachelorette… Read More...
Inspiration: resurrection fern
Margaret Oomen of resurrection fern created beautiful, funky ornaments by transferring some of her amazing macro photos to fabric and embellishing the images with embroidery. See lots more awesome photos at her blog post.
Bead a Jack
If you’ve wished that you could create bead embroidery like The Lone Beader, here’s your chance! She has created a tutorial for beading this adorable Jack Russell Terrier brooch or pendant, and you can buy a copy from her … Read More...
TAST is back!
SharonB of Pin Tangle polled her readers to find out whether they were interested in continuing the Take a Stitch Tuesday challenge next year. The answer was a resounding yes! Sharon says,
… Read More...Each Tuesday I will post a challenge stitch
Post 5,555 giveaway!
This is post 5,555! Yea! To celebrate all this blogginess, I’m giving away a surprise package of handmade Christmas treats: a couple of crocheted tree garlands, a paper angel ornament or bookmark, a selection of Christmas greeting cards, and perhaps … Read More...
Giveaway: Martha’s holiday book
Rachel of Start Stitching! blog is giving away five copies of Martha Stewart’s Handmade Holiday Crafts! Go to her blog post to enter before November 23.
Many thanks to Crooked Sister for the heads-up.