This beautiful, fluffy wreath is perfect for the upcoming holiday. Display this feathery wreath on your door and your guests will be wowed. Head over to JCasa *handmade to get the how to on this peppermint wreath.
Marshmallow Turkey and Pilgrim Hat Pops
Yep, there are marshmallows under there. Just two of the clever Thanksgiving treats over at The Dollhouse Bake Shoppe. Find step-by-steps to make the marshmallow Pilgrim hat pops HERE and the marshmallow turkey pops HERE.
Kathy Drew plays with embroidery
Tom Russell (Tom Russell Quilts) shows us what happens when Kathy Drew “plays around” with machine embroidery. You’ll enjoy Tom’s commentary and the many beautiful photos. Go to the post.
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Free-standing bullion roses
Kathy Shaw (Shawkl) has come up with a technique for stitching bullion roses on stabilizer. This makes an excellent travel project. Later the stabilizer can be snipped close so the roses stand alone. Then they can be attached … Read More...
Newsy: 2012 Free Motion Quilting Challenge
SewCalGal is hosting the 2012 Free Motion Quilting Challenge. She explains,
… Read More...Do you want to learn or improve your free-motion quilting skills, using your home sewing machine? If you do, consider taking the pledge for the 2012 Free Motion Quilting
Foil quilted applique | Courage
Rebecca from frybread quilts and cuterie made this quilted applique that has what she calls sparkleriffication. To get this effect she used Jones Tone foil. Click here to read full post.
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Fractal quilt for a math geek
Megan from Monkey Beans made this fractal-inspired quilt for her math geek husband. She said they both got the idea from watching an episode of Nova. It’s a Christmas gift she can mark off her list. Nice! Go here to … Read More...
Music and Cocktails, Made for Each Other
I don’t think I’m alone in declaring music and cocktails two very favorite things. Drinkify will put them together. Plug in what you’re listening to and find the drink to drink. Just to test things, I tried a variety: Morrissey … Read More...
Thanksgiving Done Tiny
1. Thanksgiving Dinner, 2. Miniature Thanksgiving Treats
Anticipating yummy supper with family and friends this week? These minis look so realistic you could almost think Thanksgiving was here already!
Candybar Placecards for Thanksgiving
You have to see the step-by-steps for these edible chocolate bar placecards. Such a clever idea, and one that can find use long after Thanksgiving. Created for the Food Network Virtual Thanksgiving Dinner, find the how-tos HERE at The … Read More...
Nailhead Table
$6.00. That’s all it took to turn a drab nightstand into this fun and funky nailhead table. If you head over to Decor Hacks, you can see the tutorial! — Tutorial: $6 Nailhead Side Table.
Tutorial: Baby jeggings
Jessica from Running With Scissors shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make a pair of jeggings in baby and toddler sizes. The leggings are made from stretch denim and have the topstitching details found on a pair … Read More...
Tutorial: Simple fringed fleece cape
Athena from The Stuff of Success shows how to make a simple fringed fleece cape. It takes just two fabric cuts (one piece each for the outer layer and the lining), and a few simple seams to make one. Add … Read More...
Pastel Ornament Pattern
And the Winner Is…
Comment #49 was chosen by Random.org as the Winner for the Joan Elliott Fairy Enchantment Giveaway. Congrats to Julia!
Tutorial: Make a zippered pouch with neat squared corners
Keyka Lou Patterns shares a tutorial on their blog showing how to make a zippered pouch with neat, squared corners. A crisp, square corner is difficult enough to manage when turning fabric right-side out, but factor in the bulk of … Read More...
Safety Tips for Candle Fire Safety Week
Since Candle Fire Safety Week is wrapping up (runs from November 14-20), I thought I’d include a few safety reminders. Feel free to add your own.
1. Never leave a burning candle unattended. This means if you feel sleepy, remember … Read More...
Luggage Rack to Tray Table
What a great idea! I’ve had one of these luggage racks in the past and it never dawned on my to turn it into a cool table. But leave it to Amy at Mod Podge Rocks! She’ll show you how … Read More...
Quick Follow up Post to Yesterday’s Product Review
I’m loving this bead release spray and I just wanted to show the donut beads I made last night with the simple round bead mold from Colour de Verre and their fabulous spray…(how do I really feel?). So next will … Read More...
How to Paint Holly and Berries
Colleen over at Mural Maker is a talented painter. She often has tutorial on how to paint different object. In this post she shares how to paint holly and berries, just in time for the holidays! Head over to Mural … Read More...