Dorette and Gérald Stoller opened their one of a kind candle workshop in Fleurier, in the Val de Travers, called The Candlemakers in the Land of the Fairies. Dorette is a former butcher who was suddenly inspired to make … Read More...
Easy and Elegant Beaded Copper goes to…
Jessica P, Pam, and Kimberly R.! Thanks to everyone for playing and many thanks to Fox Chapel Publishing for sharing this wonderful title from Lora S. Irish.
I have more spectacular jewelry books for giveaway; look for your chance to … Read More...
Inspiration: Troublet
Troublet of The Trouble with Crafting created this Heart of Many Colors for a dear friend. Proof that improvisational embroidery rocks. Go to her blog.
Tutorial: Give shoes a makeover with Mod Podge and fabric
Oh my, do I love these shoes! The fabric, the ruffles, the flower at the ankle! Would you believe that they started out as a plain pair of wedges from the discount store? Sibylle from funkytime shows how she used … Read More...
Take a cyber-class; make this pillow
With just the addition of a small bow to tie on the rings, this gorgeous needlework-sampler pillow could easily become the perfect ring-bearer pillow. Or, if there’s not a wedding on the horizon, wouldn’t it make a lovely addition to … Read More...
DIY Nautical Starfish Headboard
I love beachy decor. In fact on more than one occasion I have considered redecorating my bedroom with all beach type items. My bedroom set is dark though, so it would be quite an undertaking, so for now I’ll just … Read More...
Tutorial: Tuna can pincushion
Kimara of Wee Folk Art shares instructions for her version of the tuna-can pincushion. A little felt, a little embroidery, and this cast-off container becomes a treasure! See the tute.
Make a Stenciled Rug
Runners and throw rugs can be really pricey. Even WalMart’s price tags can give you sticker shock when looking for floor coverings. Well here’s an ingenious idea for making your own runner using a drop cloth, cabinet liner, some acrylic … Read More...
Winner of the Silhouette SD and Rhinestone Starter Kit giveaway
So… you wanna know who’ll be a proud owner of a Silhouette SD and Rhinestone Starter Kit? Why, it’s none other than….
Lucky commenter #60, Natalie, who said:
Definitely would do some shirts for my daughter and probably some home … Read More...
Tutorial: Cupcake gift box
Heidi of sewcraftcreate.com has a guest post on Little Birdie Secrets demonstrating how to stitch up several versions of a cupcake gift box. Adorable! See the tute.
Winner of the Sewn By Hand giveaway
Thank you to everyone who entered the Sewn By Hnad giveaway! I enjoyed reading everyone’s comments telling me where they’d get their handstitching done. In the garden, on the deck, at children’s sports practices, or sitting on the couch watching … Read More...
How to wind a shuttle
Sharon of Sharon’s Tatted Lace takes the mystery out of filling a tatting shuttle with thread. To see instructions for setting up several different types of shuttles, go to Sharon’s blog post.
Technique close-up: Tiny baskets
Enjoy a close-up view and some hints about the construction of several kinds of dimensional needlework baskets on Salley Mavor‘s blog.
Tutorial: Itty zippered coin purse
By Night shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make this little zippered coin purse. The itty pouch makes use of small pieces of fabric – a perfect project for your scrap bin! The tutorial is in French, … Read More...
Stitching on eggs
If you were as awed as I was by recent posts showing embroidery on eggshells, you’ll love Rachel Hobson‘s new post on Craftzine.com. She points us to a tutorial by Brett Bara that reveals the secrets of this … Read More...
Giveaway: Issue of Stitch magazine
To celebrate the recent publication of two of her projects in Stitch magazine, Leigh Ann from Spincushion is giving away a copy of the issue of the magazine to one of her readers. Congratulations to Leigh Ann on being published! … Read More...
Decorated Lemon Cookies for Mother’s Day from Ann Clark
If you need a little cookie inspiration for Mother’s Day, check out these decorated cookies from Ann Clark Ltd, one of my favorite cookie cutter companies. Click the links to find the dress, shoe and crown cutters. … Read More...
Mustache Cake Pops
Isn’t it so convenient when two popular trends can collide so well? Find a step-by-step tutorial for making mustache cake pops HERE at 1 Fine Cookie.
Free Cinco de Mayo Party Printables
Find a set of free Cinco de Mayo party printables, including a banner, tented cards, cupcake toppers, favor tags, a yard sign and even a Spanish name tag, HERE at Embellish.
