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.
Free patterns: Felt Christmas tree ornaments
Deborah Schlegel of Art Threads is sharing patterns and instructions for five original felt-applique and embroidery ornaments. Check them out:
Christmas tree and poinsettia
Gingerbread house, mistletoe, and cardinal
Looking for more Christmas Embroidery Patterns? Check these out on Etsy… Read More...
Flossy giveaway at Wild Olive
Mollie of Wild Olive is sharing her passion for embroidery floss by giving away 23 skeins in some of her favorite colors to one lucky reader. Go to her blog post to enter before November 28.
How to make a recycled wine cork turkey place card
Awwwww this is so cute in a vintage old school craft sort of way. Maybe it’s the wiggle eyes? If you like this type of craft project to dress up your Thanksgiving table then pop on over to Rebecca’s blog … Read More...
Bejeweled Christmas Tree
Various pieces of costume jewelry
make up this lovely Christmas tree art for the holidays. You can get the how to in a guest post by Anna over at Tatertots and Jello — Bejewed Christmas Tree.
Looking for DIY … Read More...
Tutorial: Little boy’s bow tie from a felted sweater
Malinda from Dahlhart Lane shows how to make a little boy’s bow tie out of a felted wool sweater. It’s sooo cute, but it’s also a quick and easy project. The felted wool won’t fray so there’s no worrying about … Read More...
Review: Stamp Art Book by Klutz
I recently got the chance to play with a brand new book from Klutz called Stamp Art. And when I say play, I mean it, I had a blast with these stamps! Stamp Art comes with 64 clear stamps, … Read More...
Giveaway: Spool Shaped Bead online workshop
In The Spool Shaped Bead online workshop, artist and designer Alma Stoller teaches how to use surface design techniques to create a unique fabric bead. The obvious use for a bead like this is jewelry, but you could also … Read More...
Read all about it: National Tie One On Day
EllynAnne from Apron Memories brings us National Tie One On Day as a way to break out of the Thanksgiving stress and get back to a sense of connection with our neighors. National Tie One On Day takes place the … Read More...
Tutorial: Easy t-shirt neckband
Lisa from Crafty Mamas shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make an easy neckband for a t-shirt. Get the how-to.
[photo from Crafty Mamas]
Tutorial: Bean Bag Cube floor pillow
Rashmi from The Ochre Elephant shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make a bean bag cube floor pillow. You can sit on it as a cushion, or perhaps use it as a low ottoman. Get the tute… Read More...
Freebie | Printable Christmas Masking Tape
Sibylle from funkytime designed these free printable masking tape strips in nine different styles. Click here to go to the download.
Are you looking for more Christmas Holiday papers and supplies? Check out these printable designs we found on Etsy… Read More...
Button Snowmen
Simple yet adorable, these little button snowmen make great ornaments or gift toppers. They would also make a wonderful holiday card embellishment. Check them out at Urban Paisley — Button Snowmen.
Crochet A Solution
Here are two nifty ideas, one is a storage solution and one is to solve a home decor issue. I hope you’ll find both to be helpful.
I like this simple to construct hanger for storing your scarves. It’s constructed … Read More...
Off The Page Idea | Give Thanks Box
December Side Plate by Ink Dish
Alyson Fox has a line of cute dishes over at seltzerstudios.com. You can learn more about her work here at alysonfox.com and here at A Small Collection.
via December Side Plate by Ink Dish – Seltzer Studios – online … Read More...
Inspiration du Jour | A Day at the Seaside
Rounding Up Sunday
- Don’t forget! Take the survey on Polymer Clay Daily (if it’s still up by the time this posts) Speak up about how you think polymer clay should go with the manufacturers
- The Etsy Russian Team has a giveaway for a