New on the We Love French Knots blog: Host Bari Ackerman interviews…herself! It’s what you want to know about the person behind the blog. Check out her blog post. (Scroll down to 9/10/11.)
See the Plimouth Jacket
Here’s a great heads-up from Tricia of Thistle Threads:
… Read More...The exhibit we have all been waiting for is finally open!…Cunning Needle – Four Centuries of Embroidery opened last Friday, Sept 2nd at Winterthur. The exhibition will be open
Halloween Bunting
This bunting is so cute and perfect to make with your children that won’t be too spooky! Head on over to Organize & Decorate Everything for this adorable bunting tutorial.
Check out more fall fun with these roundups:
Molly’s Sketchbook: Felt Apple Coasters
Now that the apples are in the farmer markets; why not make “Molly’s Sketchbook: Felt Apple Coasters from Purl Bee” to place your frosty or hot cider drinks on. Make one or all of her versions, they are so adorable. … Read More...
Quilters play Pay it Forward
The game Pay It Forward is making the rounds on blogs, now 25 Reasons is going to play. She explains,
… Read More...If you too are interested in giving a little back to the quilting community and/or receiving a little handmade present
Sewn vests for diabetic dogs | Monkey Beans
I realize this is not patchwork, but please bear with me. I’m blogging while watching the 9/11 Memorial on television – they are on the ‘G’ names. I’ve already teared up several times listening to those who lost a family … Read More...
Tutorial: Faux chenille t-shirt applique
Carmen from RoCa and Company shows how she added these cool textured hearts to a t-shirt for her daughter. The appliqued hearts are made with a simplified faux chenille technique using knit fabric repurposed from another tee. Soooo cute!!! Get … Read More...
Tutorial: How to make flutter sleeves
Elizabath from Simple Simon & Co. shares a tutorial at Project Run and Play showing how to make a simple flutter sleeve. The sleeve detail was part of the dress she made for the Back to School challenge. Her … Read More...
Tutorial: Itty fabric pouches with button closure
Kate from See Kate Sew shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make her Little Button Pouch. These simple little fabric pouches have a button and loop closure, and can be used for all kinds of small treasures. … Read More...
Tutorial: Add rows of ruffles to pants legs
Destri from The Mother Huddle shows how to add rows of ruffles to the hems of a pair of girl’s jeans. The tiers of ruffles are sewn to the inside, so they peek out from the hem. They’re super cute, … Read More...
Project: Halloween Magnets and Tin
PSA Essentials blog shares the steps for an adorable project, stamped Halloween magnets and a sweet tin to hold them. These would make wonderful party favors!
-Heather
Are you looking for more Halloween Embellishments, papers, and supplies? Check … Read More...
Project: Stamped HalloweenTreat Bag
And the great Halloween treat bag ideas just keep coming….this one is from Stampendous. Pop over to their blog for directions on how to make this fun stamped treat bag. I want some of that tinsel edged ribbon! And how … Read More...
Giveaway: Quilting Arts Gifts magazine | Candied Fabrics
Candy at Candied Fabrics is celebrating having not one, but two projects (iPad sleeve and sketchbook cover) in the current issue of Quilting Arts Gifts magazine. Contest ends Tuesday September 13. Click HERE to get entry details.
TWO SMART CROCHET TEENS
Two young ladies attended the August, 2011 meeting of the St. Louis Crochet Club. One, Mary, had attended a couple of meetings before. She’s pretty much a beginning crocheter but had already designed a lovely little ruffled cuff bracelet that … Read More...
Covered Buttons Made Easy – I Promise!
Intermediate Boot Camp @ Helios Glass!!
One week is all it takes…and you can learn so much about glass. It’s Intermediate Boot Camp over at Helios Glass in Austin, TX. Book your week in Texas. It’s October 3-7 and you will take your kiln forming skills … Read More...
The 9/11 Memorial Quilt
Take a moment to view the online Gallery to see blocks made by volunteers from 17 different countries, all to remember the victims of 9/11. At the tenth anniversary, we have not forgotten.
Hex nut bracelet with ribbon
Sarah at Simply Dove shares her spin on the popular hex nut bracelet using a pretty ribbon. She creates a nice contrast between the softness of the ribbon and its pale color with the hard, industrial quality of the hex … Read More...
Pearl update
Caiti at Walker Whimsy has a great way to update your favorite strand of pearls. Take a look at Caiti’s super easy tutorial!
Giveaway: Quilting Arts Gifts magazine
Kelly at I have A Notion is giving away a copy of this magazine, Quilting Arts Gifts. Click HERE to get on over there and enter.