Margaret Travis of Stitch with Me has found an Android app for stitchers. She says,
… Read More...SuZy’s Portable Stitches. I found it in the Android Marketplace of my phone when I was searching for Apps. I searched for needlework and this
Get the last Stitch Files freebie
The last set of free stitch files is available now from SharonB‘s Pin Tangle blog. Sharon says,
… Read More...The files are part stitch dictionary, part inspiration, part storage format, part stimulus to explore new stitches, part lesson and part organisation
Tutorial: KitchenAid mixer cover
Corinne fromSimple Things and Heart of Mary shows how to make a cover for a KitchenAid mixer. This would make a great present for someone who loves to cook! Go to the tutorial.
[photo from Heart of Mary]
Tutorial: Painted ornament Christmas pillow
Jen from Tatertots & Jello made this super cute Christmas pillow, and shares a tutorial showing how she did it. The ornaments are painted on to the fabric, with ribbons stitched on as embellishments. Get the tutorial.
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Sewing Pattern Tutorial: Patchwork skirt for girls
Melissa Mortenson from May & Mae and The Polkadot Chair shows how to make a pretty patchwork skirt for a school-aged girl out of a couple of charm packs. Her instructions will make a skirt in girls size 8-10. Get … Read More...
Tutorial: Faux fur sweater collar
Casey from Casey’s Elegant Musings guest blogs in Grosgrain‘s Embellish Knit month. She shares a tutorial showing how to make a faux fur collar to wear with a favorite sweater. Get the how-to.
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Freebies: Commercial Use Digital Items
The blog CU Freebies has lots of digital elements that are free and for commercial use. Click here to go to the blog.
Sale: Impression Obsession Stamps
Impression Obsession.is having their annual once a year sale! Use coupon code : SALE to receive 20% off your entire order, even sale items from now until 12/3/10
-Heather
Kicking off the Holidays
This is pretty much the perfect polymer clay way to build up to the holidays! The project is a secular sort of advent calendar – you begin by making the house and then add pieces daily through the month. Be … Read More...
Melted Snowman Ice Cubes
What’s left of Frosty. Find the Defrosty Reusable Ice Cubes
CROCHET A BAG and LINE IT!
This is a really cute little bag for a child:
and, it’s offered as a FREE pattern here .
I like the pattern and all, but the best benefit of the site as a darn good tutorial on how to … Read More...
Matchbox Advent Calendar
Georgia of Love and Lollipops shares this idea for a magnetic advent calendar made from matchboxes. Click here to see more.
Free netting stitch necklace tutorial
Take a look at this free tutorial for making an easy yet elegant netted necklace. Azareal aka Anne knows chemistry but she also gets a reaction with her talent for jewelry. Take a look at her tutorial for beaded earrings … Read More...
Recipe Tuesday: Hanukkah
Inspiration du Jour – Gran & Pa
Get even more inspiration from her gallery and blog.
Etsy find – White Owl
White Owl is “two sisters who love vintage and appreciate handmade things.” The Detroit based pair confess to rescuing object from estate sales, flea markets, and even their own Grandmother! The women behind White Owl are certainly doing a good … Read More...
Mystery Science Theater 3000 Melon
I’m just marveling at the time it must’ve taken to carve this MST3K melon. Find it HERE at Craftzine.
Brazee Street Studios Make and Bake – Votive Sandblast
If you’re in the Cincinnati area of Ohio and are looking for a fun, simple project the Brazee Street Studio has a good one. It’s soon though so you better sign up. It’s part of their on going Make and … Read More...
Tutorial: Reversible Christmas tree skirt
Beth from Lemon Cadet and Project: Project shows how to make a reversible tree skirt. The pattern she gives is just right for 4 -foot-tree, but you could easily adjust the pattern to make it larger if needed. The top … Read More...
Tutorial: Camera lens cap carrying pouch
Staci from Crafty Staci shows how to make a handy pouch for storing your camera lens cap when it’s not in use. The pouch slides over your camera strap so it’s always just where you need it. Brilliant! Go to … Read More...