My mom thinks I should be wearing a D cup bra and mentions it to me often. I SWEAR I am wearing the correct size bra, a 36C. The thing is, my mom is super tiny and SHE wears a … Read More...
Giveaway | My Memories Suite
Kathleen of Charm Bracelet Diva is also holding a giveaway for one copy of My Memories Site Digital Scrapbooking Software. Entries close Friday August 26th at midnight CST. Click here to go to the giveaway.
Inspiration du Jour | Photo Booth Fun
Natural Remedies For Erectile Dysfunction
As you must be aware erectile dysfunction (ED) is a sexual disorder faced by most men, wherein they remain unable to achieve an erection required for sexual intercourse. Also known as impotency the occasional occurrence of this problem isn’t a … Read More...
Artist Talk at Bullseye – Stacy Lynn Smith
If only Bullseye Glass were closer. I would go to so many more events there. Especially the free artist talks. And the one I’m writing about here is with artist Stacy Lynn Smith as she describes her works in paper … Read More...
Tip: Only buy Quilt Shop quality fabric
Have you ever wondered why many quilters only buy their fabrics from a local quilt shop (LQS) instead of from one of the big chains? Konda at Moose on the Porch Quilts explains it has to do with the Greige … Read More...
Men Quilt Too! Show and Contest
This one’s for the boys. Thearica from Pig Tales and Quilts wants everyone to know that women are not the only ones who quilt, many men do too. And in honor of all the male quilters out there she’s hosting … Read More...
Newsy: Dare to be Ugly Challenge
Thearica from Pig Tales and Quilts has a bit of this horrid fabric left if you want to join the Dare To be Ugly Challenge she’s hosting. She explains,
… Read More...It is time once again for the ladies to crank up
Weekly giveaway winners!
In case you can’t easily see the details in the image above, this week’s giveaway winners are
- Birdcage pillow kit, #13 of 51 comments, jessica p
- Molly doll kit, #61 of 218 comments, Nancy
- The Beaded Edge, #15 of 97
Tutorial: “Stack & Slash” Table Runner
Samelia’s Mum shows how she whipped up this Stack and Slash Table Runner she says is quick and easy. It’s so easy she thinks you should make several to keep on hand for gifts. I like how she thinks. Get … Read More...
How to make an APC (altered playing card)
I love ATCs and making ATCs so when Sara sent in this link to the blog The Split Stitch where there is a great tutorial on how to make an APC (altered playing card) I was super excited. This is … Read More...
Colorful Candle Stamp Tutorial
Karen Egeland from Stampin’ Up! shared this detailed festive stamped candle tutorial. You’ll need: stamps, colored ink, wax paper, a heat tool and tissue paper.
The stamps are from the Circle Circus Stamp Set and include a variety of funky … Read More...
Bento Lunch Ideas
A little bento inspiration for the school lunch box: Find a roundup of 10 ideas HERE at babble, including this–wow–Cinderella, courtesy of Shannon Carino at What’s for Lunch at … Read More...
Tutorial: Fondant Rose Cupcake Toppers
Learn to use silicone molds to make fondant rose cupcake toppers HERE at Little Sugar Tops. I love this idea of crafting with silicone molds, as it opens so many possibilities. Check out the link at Little Sugar Tops … Read More...
Mouse Appetizer
A mouse made of cheese. Is that irony? Find tips on making this little cheese mouse appetizer HERE at Cute Food for Kids.
Many faces of buttonhole stitch
Kim of a dork with a needle shares her love for buttonhole stitch. From the example shown here, where she uses it for texture and definition, to her samples of buttonhole edgings–she proves it’s more versatile than you might think. … Read More...
A twist on fiber art
Joetta Maue gives the heads-up about an innovative fiber-art exhibition that will open in New York City on August 26. If you’re in the area, check out in-organic, a showcase for the work of 16 artists. Promotional materials say,… Read More...
The Winner of the Stunning Pair of Felted Birds giveaway!
Lisa, the owner of ETSY shop called “Zyloby” and this giveaway provider picked her winner. The winner is Carrie #5, congratulations. It is nice to have someone select a winner instead of Randon.org. I want to thank Lisa for allowing … Read More...
A fresh look for The Textile Blog
John Hopper‘s The Textile Blog has been reorganized and updated. A new tab structure makes all the delicious content more accessible. Check it out.
More basic tatting tutes for left handers
The lessons in tatting basics continue on Heather‘s Tatted Treasures blog:
The difficulty with the double stitch is to always “transfer,” or “flip,” the knot from the working thread to the shuttle thread. Once you’ve … Read More...