I am going through all my clothing because the Amvets are picking up a BIG load here tomorrow. Being a crafter I always hold onto clothing with materials that I think I can recycle and boy it is hard to … Read More...
Video tutorial: Three ways to gather fabric
Threads shares a video tutorial with Judith Neukam showing three ways to gather fabric. The tutorial is an excerpt from their video Teach Yourself To Sew, Season 2. Go to the video tutorial.
[photo from Threads]
Tutorial: Pieced rainbow twirly skirt
Katy from Sew Apropos and No Big Dill brings back her Once Upon A Thread series of clothing projects inspired by favorite books. To kick things off, she shows how she made her Black Book of Colors twirly skirt. The … Read More...
Project: Paper Fall Leaf Banner
Mae over at the PSA Essentials Stamps blog shares how she turned paper leaf doilies into a fun fall banner for her mantel by adding some stamping and some stitches. Perfect for Thanksgiving decorating!
-Heather Looking for Thanksgiving printables? Check … Read More...
Tutorial: Sheer lace top with French seams
Yellow Suitcase Studio shows how to make this gorgeous lace top. She got the lace to make this top out of old lace curtains. I’m loving the way she wears it belted, for a mix of romantic and modern. The … Read More...
Inspiration: Stitch Therapy
I’m in love with Stitch Therapy‘s new series of collages that combine fabrics, stitchery, and found objects. Awesome. See more on her blog.
Tutorial: Gathered car seat canopy
Abby from Sew Much Ado shows how to make a pretty gathered canopy for a baby’s car seat. The fabric cover is gathered on to a middle panel and is finished off with ric rac around the edges. Get the … Read More...
Brownies in Eggshells
Every time I post anything related to food-near-eggs I get comments about the safety factor, and fair enough, but you have to admit, this is very cool and simply gorgeous. Learn to make brownies in eggs HERE at La Receta … Read More...
More handmade ornaments
Here are more of the cute designs in vintage umbrella‘s handmade ornament series:
Freebies | Holiday Printables
All these holiday printables (Thanksgiving and Christmas) are available as free downloads from Design Editor as part of a special Font Friday Blog Hop. Click here to go to the downloads.
Are you looking for more Christmas Holiday papers and … Read More...
Tutorial: Layered fabric flower brooch with beaded center
Carmen from RoCa and Company shows how to make a lovely fabric flower brooch. It’s made from layers and layers of fabric, with tiny beads stitched into the center. Get the tutorial.
[photo from RoCa and Company]
Guest Post: Christmas Candle Chandelier
I’ve featured several projects from today’s guest poster. Her name is Connie and she runs the blog Salvage Savvy. I’m excited to share this project with you today, isn’t it beautiful?? I am just smitten with it! Connie is going … Read More...
Seamless Crochet
Kristin Omdahl fans will be pleased to know that she has just released a new crochet book, Seamless Crochet, described as “techniques and motifs for join-as-you-go-designs.”
I can’t think of anyone who has told me that they’re in love … Read More...
Team Jacob Cheesecake and Edward Cullen Quesadilla
Taking your Breaking Dawn celebration to a whole new level of artistic sophistication, yes? Templates included. Make Edward Cullen quesadillas HERE at Hungry Happenings and Team Jacob cheesecake HERE.
Peppermint Rice Krispies Treats
It’s the candy cane hook for the rim of your mug that got me with these. Make peppermint Rice Krispies treats HERE at She Wears Many Hats.
Felt-applique hoops for holiday decorating
These little Christmasy hoops by Laura of Bugs and Fishes have me humming winter holiday songs already. I love clean, simple, evocative designs. And the slight twist on traditional colors–the inclusion of lime green–adds to the modern feel. The hoops … Read More...
Tutorial | Digital 2-Page Autumn Layout
Candice Windham shares how she made this 2-page digital layout celebrating Autumn. Click here to see the tutorial.
Vulcan Bun Needle Felted Doll by Woolykins
Woolykins on Etsy needle felts various nerdy bunnies. Here is a vulcan one. the Bride of Frankenbun one is excellent too!
Inspiration du Jour | I’m Grateful For
Video Quilt Along with Crafty Gemini
Vanessa from Crafty Gemini is hosting a Video Sampler Quilt Along on her blog. Join her as she walks you through making 12 Blocks, with the first one posted today, see below.
Go to intro and instructions for Block One… Read More...