Diane from PickleDish announces The Kansas City Star’s Block of the Month (BOM) quilt project for 2012. It’s a tribute to Sacagawea, the only woman to travel with Lewis and Clark’s expedition. Laurie Simpson designed the blocks and stitched up … Read More...
Stars pillow cover, a wip
Amber at one shabby chick shows her lovely work in progress (wip) – a pieced star pillow front. I bet it turned out cute. Go HERE to see more of her crafty projects.
Image credit: one shabby chick
Book Page Star Wreath
Here’s a beautiful twist on the book page wreath. Shaped like a star this is perfect for Christmas and even New Year’s. Check out the tutorial over at That’s My Letter — “S” is for Star.
Free Hat Pattern – Leija!
Hats are in! Funky hats are even in-ner! Here’s one for you from the Mothering Heights Blog, HERE
Isn’t she cute? And this hat is way cute too. It’s not too late to knit one up for your favorite cherub … Read More...
Tutorial: Easy blossom pillow
DIY Maven shows how to make a blossom pillow without a significant time investment creating the large dimensional flower embellishment. It took her just an hour to make one. Get the tutorial.
[photo from DIY Maven]
Tutorial: Sewing machine cover
Bridgit from Wag Doll shows how to make a cover for your sewing machine. The cover slides easily over the top to protect it from dust when the machine is not in use and looks much prettier than the plastic … Read More...
Tutorial: Zippered pouch with a reverse applique label
Cation Designs shows how she used a reverse applique technique on a zippered pouch. The image peeking through the fabric window serves as a visual label for the contents of the pouch. In her example, it’s an awesome beaker image. … Read More...
Dragon Bread
I declare this dragon bread to be unbelievably awesome. The detail! And looks so re-create-able from the step-by-step photos. Find the how-tos HERE at Show Tell Share.
Corn Cob Candle Holder Tutorial
Cris was inspired by Brazil’s corn harvest when she came up with these rustic looking corn cob candle holders. The moss wrap and the raffia really sets it off.
These candle holders would be perfect as a centerpiece for thanksgiving … Read More...
Shabby Craft Storage
This super pretty sewing caddy is a wonderful way to incorporate your style into your organizing solutions. With a little help from the Graphics Fairy, you can make this too. See the post at Shabby Art Boutique — Shabby sewing … Read More...
Freebie: November Negative for Stampmaker
If you have a Stampmaker machine from Photocentric you can click here to download a free sheet of negatives to make your own clear stamps for fall and winter.
-Heather
Pippa’s modern 16 patch quilt
Pippa Patchwork made this quilt from her scrap pile, even using scraps for the binding. Wow. She’s discovering that creating limitations (a vow to not buy any new fabric until January 2012) can spur creativity. I love these wonky 16 … Read More...
Ornament Light
This light fixture is made from glass ball Christmas ornaments. Lovely! I love how the light dances off the walls. You can get the how to over at Crafted Niche — Ornament Light Tutorial.
Stitched leaf and haiku
Quilting on the Edge shows us her beautiful embroidered leaf and accompanies it with a haiku. Click HERE and enjoy.
Image credit: Quilting on the Edge
Marisa’s scissors collection
Scissors collection at Las Telitas de Marisa. Click here to see more photos.
Big sale at Rayela
Check this out: Rayela Art‘s Etsy shop is having a 25%-off Thanksgiving sale! You’ll find ethnic textiles from around the world and textile-art supplies such as stamps, beads, and milagros. Go to the blog post for sale details and … Read More...
Felt Ogee Ornament Tutorial
This stunning Christmas tree ornament is by Betz White. I think we all know Betz from her guest TV spots and her awesome book and designs. All you have to do is select your favorite colors and follow the … Read More...
Merry Christmas from Stitch and Thimble
Kelly Fletcher has released a special Christmas issue of her e-zine, Stitch and Thimble. The listing on her online shop says,
… Read More...Dots and roses – a contemporary take on the Christmas table. Decorate your lunch table with functional embroidered cutlery
Reindeer Donuts, Santa Hat Pretzels, and Other Fun Food for Christmas
I had no idea that Oriental Trading, those crucial suppliers of super-cheap favors to parties everywhere, had recipes, did you? I think I spotted these on Pinterest. Make … Read More...
Frog on a Log HoHos
So so easy. And note to self, if I ever make these, must get a slice-of-wood cake stand to display them. Learn to turn HoHos into frogs on a log HERE at Gourmet Mom on-the-Go. {spotted on One Pretty … Read More...