I am going to make this for myself. I just got 3 new mugs for my birthday and I always have a cup of coffee on my computer desk after dinner, so this Heart Mug Rug will be perfect! This … Read More...
Kids Craft – Egg Carton Lollipop Flowers
These Egg Carton Lollipop Flowers are perfect for a classroom project, or for you and your child to do before the big day arrives in about 16 days! Our very own Amanda (Home and Garden Editor) has a great blog, … Read More...
Kids Craft Valentine’s Hand Print Decoration
I can’t wait to make this hand print project a part of my every year Valentine’s Day experience. Just the thought of keeping their little hands frozen in time, so I can take them out every year and get mushy … Read More...
Quarter Rubbings
This craft is a great project to incorporate into a ‘money’ lesson plan. You can find some quarter rubbing printables and tips over at Zakka Life. I wonder how many different state quarters I have in my coin jar?
Teletubbies Masks -Free Printable
Bread, Love and Creativity..otherwise known as Pane, Amore e Creativita has so many great ideas for kids costumes, kids crafts and just plain eye candy while you are searching online. She is offering up her Teletubbies face masks as free … Read More...
Kids Craft – Negative Space Hearts Craft
I am always looking for unique ways to make cards, and this negative space hearts craft is perfect for making Valentine’s Day cards for family and friends. You’ll definitely want to hang around and explore the site its found on, … Read More...
Pom Pom Scarf-Kids Craft
This scarf is so cute, perfect for Valentine’s Day…and is also an appropriate craft for kids age 8 and up. Bubbly Nature Creations is where you CAN FIND THIS GREAT TUTORIAL!
4 Embellishments for 4 Sweaters….
Parpi tries rug hooking
Parpi of Cresus Artisanat applies her unique artist’s eye to rug hooking. Check it out.
Stitch a portrait in blackwork
Ansie of sol y sombra lets us look over her shoulder as she interprets a photograph in blackwork. See the post.
Free pattern: Pointy kitty
The pattern for this appliqued and embroidered softie is free from Wee Wonderfuls. Get the download.
Many thanks to Teresa of My Patchwork for the heads-up. Check out what Teresa did with the pattern.
A CQ book from Shawkl
Kathy Shaw (Shawkl) gives us a preview of her new book, Embellishing Crazy Quilts. The book will be available soon from her studio site, and she’ll even autograph a copy for you. Get the details from Kathy’s blog … Read More...
Totally tubular treat tree made from a T. P. tube!
I just love my alliteration, almost as much as I love T. P. tube crafts. And this one sent in by Heidi of the blog Speckless is soooo cute. Check out her awesome tutorial on how to turn a paper … Read More...
Watch those lungs!
The lung appliques on this shirt change color in the presence of carbon monoxide. Brilliant! Designers Nien Lam and Sue Ngo don’t reveal the secret that makes the applique work, but they do let us see their shirts in action … Read More...
Learn about Brazilian embroidery
Mary Corbet of Needle ‘n’ Thread takes a look at Brazilian embroidery, illustrating her article with images of the gorgeous work of expert Loretta Holzberger. Mary’s post includes links to sources of specialized supplies for this form of dimensional … Read More...
New issue of CQ Mag
The January 2011 issue of CQ Mag Online is available now! It includes an article by Allie Aller about new tools for crazy quilters, a free design from Sara Zander, links to dozens of articles and tutes about flowers, and … Read More...
Tutorial: Folded fabric Japanese cranes
Katy from Sew Apropos and No Big Dill shows how to make a fabric version of an origami paper crane. She uses the folded fabric Japanese cranes to make one-of-a-kind hair accessories for her daughter. Love! Get the tutorial.… Read More...
Free pattern: Sweet soft dollie
Nicole from 60 Piggies guest blogs at Red Ted Art’s Blog with a free pattern and tutorial for making this sweet soft dollie. I’m loving those rosy red cheeks, and the little pointy hat she wears! Get the pattern.… Read More...
Tutorial: Notebook and pencil folio for young artists
Jill from Creating My Way To Success shows how to make a notebook and pencil folio, perfect for a budding artist or journaler. It has pockets for a notebook and a full selection of pencils for drawing, and folds up … Read More...
Tutorial: Add elastic to a coat hood to keep the wind out
Whimsy Couture shares a tutorial on their blog showing how to add elastic to the hood of a coat to keep the cold winds away from your ears. This will work on most hoods that are made with an outer … Read More...