Leigh-Anne D. of Cleveland Heights, Ohio, posted this darling little Snowman tutorial on “Cut out a + Keep”. She used a large cookie cutter or I am sure you can find a template of a snowman online. She has all … Read More...
How to make a cute crocheted recycled rug
I love to make simple yet dramatic projects that don’t require a lot of thought. That’s just what this is. A super easy crocheted circle rug. See more photos and the easy way featured on the blog Sew Sweet TV … Read More...
Quilt Along kick-off at Gen X Quilters
Anne Marie from Gen X Quilters is hosting the Charmed Prints Quilt Along. She explains, it is perfect for charm packs, and an easy, customizable quilt that will be done in time for Xmas! Some participants have decided to … Read More...
Corn on the Cob Treat
Sweet and on a stick, right up my alley. Find the how-tos for making corn on the cob treats on sticks HERE at One Charming Party.
Felted bracelet giveaway @ Etsy Russian Team
This giveaway is being held on “Etsy Russian Team” so go over there and read their rules and enter to win the charming bracelet created by Gala, pictured above. Be sure to enter on “Etsy Russian Team” not here.
Chocolate Googly Eyes
By now I assume you all know how into candy eyes I’ve been this year. I was supposed to give them up after Halloween, but I just can’t (I’m thinking of turkeys and Rudolph now, they have eyes). Maybe I … Read More...
Printable Tea Towel Calendar
If you’re looking for an inexpensive gift idea, you can download this tea towel calendar printable and make several of them for those on your gift list that enjoy time in the kitchen! Dollar Store Crafts has the how to … Read More...
Apply for E.M.E.R.G.E.
The Pennsylvania Guild of Craftsmen is accepting applicants for E.M.E.R.G.E. Craft Show Incubator–a program in which up to ten emerging artists receive mini-mentorships and featured placement in Guild shows throughout 2012. To find out more, see the post on Fiber … Read More...
Pretzel Cabins
What’s even greater than a log cabin made with pretzels? Playing with a log cabin made with pretzels. At least that seems to be the case with the imaginative adventures clearly had HERE at flax & twine. The cabin … Read More...
Giveaway: Prize pack worth $70
Get on over to Amy Barickman to get a chance to win a pack of assorted rick rack and jumbo rick rack in varying colors from Simplicity Creative Group’s Wrights brand plus several clothing and craft patterns from Indygo Junction … Read More...
The beauty of Ottoman tents
A post by Diana on the blog of the Textile Arts Center takes a look at Ottoman tents and the associated history and culture. You’ll enjoy the photos of these textile works of art as much as Diana’s description of … Read More...
Tutorial: Diaper changing pad and clutch
Jen from iCandy Handmade shows how to make a diaper changing pad and clutch. The simple clutch has an easy Velcro closure and holds the waterproof changing pad, a pack of wipes, and a diaper or two. Get the tutorial… Read More...
Tutorial: Throw pillow with oversized tone-on-tone monogram
Allison from Little Lovelies guest blogs at Maybe Matilda with a tutorial showing how to make a throw pillow with an oversized, tone-on-tone monogram. Love!! Get the tutorial.
[photo from Little Lovelies on Maybe Matilda]
Inspiration: While She Naps
What happens when Abbyjane of While She Naps receives a box of vintage linens from a friend? Birds with cutwork-lace wings emerge overnight! So pretty. Go to Abbyjane’s blog.
Ed. note: While She Naps did not request or compensate … Read More...
Tutorial: Faux fur luxe blanket and throw pillow
Sew4Home shows how to use faux fur to make a luxe blanket and throw pillow. Get the how-to for making these beautiful home accessories.
[photo from Sew4Home]
Tutorial: Insert lace trim in your handmade garment
Sarai from Colette Patterns guest blogs at Gertie’s New Blog for Better Sewing with a tutorial showing how to add a lace insertion to a garment. It’s part of her blog tour introducing her new book, The Colette Sewing Handbook… Read More...
Tutorial: Sew a sleeping bag for your child’s softies
The Sewing Dork shows how to make a simple sleeping bag for a child’s small stuffed animals and softies. You can easily adjust the dimensions of the sack to accommodate a larger or smaller softie. Get the tute.
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Tip: Box for Thick Cards
Have you ever made a wonderful card, lots of great embellishments and thick layers and then think “Now, how in the world will this fit in an envelope?” Leslie over at Running with Scissors solved this problem by making her … Read More...
Fall felt fling
American Felt and Craft is having a big sale through November 13. What perfect timing! Stock up now on supplies for your hand-stitched Christmas ornaments and projects. Go to the blog post.
Ed. note: American Felt and Craft did … Read More...
Driftwood Advent Calendar
Oh how clever! I love how Mareth used driftwood found on the beach to make this advent calendar for the holidays. Each piece of driftwood is attached to a clothespin on a rack that holds them all. Head over to … Read More...