Kaye in her intro to Everyone Can quilt with Kaye Wood
: 100+ Tips, Techniques, Templates & Projects divides quilters into two camps, the pointed and the pointless. According to Amazon, the first sentence of the book is,
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DIY: Fabric House Ornament
Kim from retro mama shows how to make these adorable fabric house ornaments. She said she used quilting cotton scraps for the parts of the house. The numbers are from the fabric selvages. So clever! Go to tutorial.
Tip: Making Button Holes
I’m pretty sure everyone knew before me but the bestest trick for making consistent button holes? A corn cob poke. Since I’ve been making all sorts of buttons, I grabbed a package of them at the dollar store. This poke … Read More...
LL’S Magnetic Clay Detox Bath’s Review
So it is that time of year again, christmas parties, dinners, drinks etc. We are all guilty of it …………… overindulgence with a capital O that is. I can’t help but notice “detoxing” skyrockets at this time of year. I … Read More...
Tutorial, Yarn Topiaries
These are pretty cool, and just plain pretty! I love all of the golds and shades of browns and rusts that signify fall.
And what a pretty centerpiece idea, scraps of yarn, combined with cones and decorated with bits of … Read More...
Have you got a Collection Obsession?
Doron Ofir Casting is now seeking unique collectors for the hit documentary television show, “My Collection Obsession.” The series focuses on individuals with the most unique and impressive collections and obsessions across America. Whether it’s a passion for vacuum cleaners … Read More...
Winter Wedding Gel Candle Favors
There’s something about sparkly candles and winter weddings that go well together. With gel candles, you can create winter scenes or leave them clear for an icy look.
These simple gel candles that are embellished with silver snowflakes would make … Read More...
Dr. Seuss Playroom
Wow, now I wish I was a kid again so I could play in here! This play room is completely Dr. Seuss themed and makes for a fabulous place for children to explore their imaginations. Head over to Sisteroo to … Read More...
Ta Dah!: Robots baby quilt
Spied at Ramona’s Handwork she said she created the theme by fussy cutting some robot fabric she picked up at Hobby Lobby. So cute. Read more about it here.
Image credit: Ramona’s Handwork
Tutorial: Button tree autumn t-shirt
Jen from My Own Road guest blogs at Tatertots and Jello with a tutorial showing how to make an autumn-themed t-shirt for girls. An appliqued tree trunk is covered in colorful button leaves. Cute, cute!! Get the how-to.
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Congratulations………………
Thank you to all who entered the Terra Firma Giveaway the competition is now closed and the lucky winner is ………… drumroll please……….Congrats Bev I have sent you an email informing you of your win!
Urban Softies – Chilly the Penguin
Pigs and alligators and wolves. Oh My!
And dogs and lions and now, a Penguin!
From Urban Softies, Chilly the Penguin is a free pattern to download.
Tutorial: Sunprint your fabric using Dye-na-Flow transparent fabric paint
Head over to Craftside where Stefanie Girard (editor of our Recycled Crafts section) shares a tutorial on how to use the sun’s rays and Dye-na-Flow transparent fabric paint to create custom fabric prints. The tutorial is an excerpt from … Read More...
Tutorial: “Vest of Friends” little girl’s fitted vest
Shauna from Shwin & Shwin shows how to make a fitted vest for a little girl. It’s inspired by menswear, but gets a definite little girl vibe with a row of ruffles around the neck. Get the tute.
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Witch’s Clothesline Halloween Garland
Darn it, I meant to post this before Halloween ended. it’s too darn cute not to share though, so pack it away in your ideas for next year. I’ve seen elf clotheslines, Santa and Mrs. Claus clotheslines, but never a … Read More...
Project: Stamped Pendants
You can make your own cool custom stamped jewelry by trapping your stamped image behind glazes in a varity of different settings. When Creativity Knocks shares some how to, tips and different styles for making your own pendants, click here… Read More...
Handmade Play Kitchen
Laura’s husband started with an old cabinet and counter and transformed it into this fabulous play kitchen for their daughter. Oh why weren’t these ideas around when I was little? He even tells you how he did it, so head … Read More...
Casting Glass Skulls
Thanks to the Gaffer Girls for this post. As I keep mentioning, I’m totally into glass casting!! Love love love it!! So when I see something about it I can share with all of you you know I will. Today … Read More...
Mentor a young stitcher
Barbara Bergsten of Create Needlepoint gives us the heads-up about a nonprofit needle arts mentoring program: “A project of Helping Hands Foundation, Inc. has been established to create community partnerships that promote and encourage relationships between adults and youth, fostering … Read More...
JMD’s monthly contest for subscribers
Calling all needleworkers and quilters. Join Janet M. Davies’ mailing list and get a chance to win one free design (your choice) in her monthly draw. Go to offer.