Learn some stitches from these tutes:
(1) Whip stitch from The Trouble with Crafting
(2) Colonial knot (video) from We Love French Knots (scroll down to 9/8/11)
Video tutorial: Make a large leather (or vinyl) tassel
Head over to P.S. I Made This for a tutorial showing how to make a large leather (or vinyl) tassel, no sewing required She made hers to recreate the look of a designer bag. The process is easy enough to … Read More...
Tutorial: Color blocked braided scarf
Megan from Making Lemonade guest blogs at Live. Love. Craft. with a tutorial showing how to make a color blocked braided scarf. It’s made from knit fabric, which she got from two t-shirts. This is a great way to repurpose … Read More...
Tutorial: 4-panel A-line skirt
Adithi’s Amma Sews shows how to make a 4-panel A-line skirt. The construction of the skirt is easy, and the 4 angled panels create a flattering fit. I LOVE the way she matched the diagonal stripes on the one she … Read More...
Tutorial: Fabric pennant banner
Mandy from Sugar Bee Crafts shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make a pennant banner (bunting) out of fabric. She will be using this as a decoration for a craft fair booth, but it would also be … Read More...
Inspiration: Stamped Angel Wall Hanging
Recent tatting tutorials
Check out several new gems from Tatted Treasures:
(1) Is Your Shuttle Poking You?
(2) Putting Picots in their Place
(3) Starting with Two Threads and Hiding Ends Under Picots
Free hand-embroidery patterns
We’ve chosen the best hand-embroidery patterns for you to attempt this week! We offer something for everyone, whether you’re a novice or a seasoned veteran. Our free cross-stitch patterns range from simple cross-stitch patterns to more complex floral and animal … Read More...
MY NEW CROCHET NOOK?
I’ve found it! My dream crochet corner! Too bad that it’s in someone else’s home on a different continent! I mean, really, how inconvenient is that? I think I could overcome the mileage and maybe convince the owner to let … Read More...
Mixed Fruit Pie Project
This mixed fruit pie reminds me of a colorful flan and it looks good enough to eat. You could make your own individual design with any fruit combo you want.
This particular candle project uses wax blueberries, strawberries, peaches and … Read More...
Hannah’s modern baby quilt, IKEA fabric
Hannah at A Handmade Childhood made this adorable quilt for a friend’s baby. She found the fabric at IKEA. Click HERE to find out how she did it.
Tutorial: Linked Square quilt block
Christina at A Few Scraps made this quilt block for Jane’s Desperate Housewife’s Quilt project. Go to the tutorial to make your own Linked Square block.
Crumb Quilt Along #2
Jo at Jo’s Country Junction is hosting her second Crumb Quilt Along. Wondering what crumb entails? She explains,
… Read More...I am going to tell you right up front that crumb quilting is going to be a challenge for those of you
Tutorial: Personalized rugby themed baby blanket
Janine from Heidi in Lederhosen shows how to make a rugby-themed baby blanket, personalized with the baby’s name and birth year. How cute is that!! And for diehard football fans, her design could easily be modified into a football theme. … Read More...
Scissor bracelet, perfect accessory for sewers
Kathleen at Grosgrain found this accessory any sewist would love to sport. Click HERE to read more.
Tutorial: Quilted Tissue Box Cover
I love this tissue box cover Aneela made from Little Apples, her latest fabric collection. She shows you how she did it on her blog Post, Moda Country Fair.
Classes: An Adventure in Crazy Quilting! Spring 2012
Heads up! An Adventure In Crazy Quilting! classes were so successful they will be offered again in 2012. Click HERE to get details.
Via Sharon B at Pin Tangle.
Tutorial: Ruffled chiffon fabric flower
Destri from The Mother Huddle shows how to make a fabric flower embelllishment from ruffled chiffon. The light, airy chiffon is so perfect for a flower! Get the how-to.
[photo from The Mother Huddle]
Tutorial: Make new cushions for your patio furniture
A new set of cushions can do wonders to update a set of patio furniture. You can buy the cushions from the store, but they tend to be expensive and your fabric options are limited. Jessica from Running With Scissors… Read More...
Tutorial: Little girl’s school dress from a man’s button down shirt
Stef from Girl Inspired shares a tutorial on her blog showing how she made this super sweet school girl dress out of a man’s dress shirt. I love the shirring on either side of the button placket!! Get the tute.… Read More...