A quick peek around the polymer clay blogosphere tells me clayers are busily… well… claying. I suppose I’m not surprised! Clay on!
- Valerie is having a little mica shift madness
- The PAPCG is congratulating (and promoting) a member’s show
- Cassy
Tutorial: Layered flutter sleeves
Kristina J. shares a tutorial showing how she made these beautiful flutter sleeves on a dress she refashioned. They’re gorgeous out of the chiffon in her example, but they would also be cute out of layers of knits. (The edges … Read More...
Tutorial: How to make pants pockets
Shauna from Shwin & Shwin continues her Sewing 101 series with a post all about making pants pockets. It’s actually a fairly easy process, so long as you stitch the seams in the right order. Get the tutorial to see … Read More...
Tutorial: Cinched hip t-shirt refashion
Recycled Lovelies shows how easy it is to cinch in a t-shirt at the hip. All it takes a scrap of fabric, a length of ribbon, and a couple of seams. You can add one to each side, or go … Read More...
Transferring a pattern to felt
A story for stitchers
Susan Elliott of Plays with Needles recommends giving a listen to Susan Stamberg‘s story, At Maison Lesage: Beauty Embroidered by Hand, which aired on National Public Radio and is still available from the web site. Go to Susan’s post … Read More...
Stitch a fancy lobster
Wow! Just wow! Becky Stern of Crafzine.com turns us on to Kristen McQuillin‘s interpretation of the newly discovered kiwa hirsuta lobster as a softie. And Kristen is sharing her pattern! Go to the Craft post for more photos and … Read More...
The most beautiful threadkeepers
Needleprint blog tips us off to the totally awesome handpainted threadkeepers of Lili-Rose of Albi, France. Perfect gifts for stitchers on your holiday list. Or for yourself! See more and get links from the Needleprint post.
Ed. note: Neither … Read More...
Meet Bari Ackerman
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...