Kirstin & Jordan from KojoDesigns share a tutorial on their blog showing how to use your scrap stash to make a ruffled fabric pomander ball, no sewing required. I love the way the colors and prints are all mish mashed … Read More...
Tutorial – Yarn Ball and Ornament Wreath
Cowls Are Hot!
And this is Maddy Laine’s contribution to this latest craze.
This Wrap of Many Colors is a simple-to-knit reverse stockinette stitch combined in a versatile wrap that is shaped from the lower edge, creating a comfortable fit around the neck … Read More...
Punk Projects and Online Classes
Katie over at Punk Projects sent over a link to her blog and her Indie Style Online classes. The Punk Projects site has tutorials and lots and lots of inspiration.
It’s not too late to sign up for the Deck … Read More...
Guinness Cake. That Looks like a Pint of Guinness.
The genius of this Guinness cake can not be denied. A cake that contains a pint of Guinness and looks like a pint of Guinness? I mean really. Find the recipe HERE at The Island of Dr. Gateau.
A Jelly Shot Thanksgiving
Nothing mixes better with Thanksgiving and family than jelly shots. In fact, jelly shots could very well save an eight hour day of Thanksgiving and family. The Jelly Shot Test Kitchen created these Thanksgiving jelly shots for Saveur. Learn how … Read More...
Knit A Dead Head!
My husband hunts. So do I. My husband dabbles in taxidermy. I do not. But, only because of time constraints, I’d rather knit (plus there is the lack of any talent regarding painting…) But with this technique, I can knit … Read More...
6 Pretty Pinecone Projects
Pine Cones. Pinecones. ? However you see it, spell it, or type it, pinecones are a fabulous craft medium that can be formed into Christmas trees, bird feeders, wreaths, and tons more. Here are some pretty pinecone projects I was … Read More...
National Exhibition of Patchwork in Sevilla
This gorgeous quilt Día de Mercado de Juana Castañeda, won first prize at the National Exhibition of Patchwork in Sevilla, Spain. Marisa from Las Telitas de Marisa shares this photo of the event and many more, including the second … Read More...
Giveaway: Bloom Creek Quilts book
Magnolia Bay Quilts is hosting a giveaway of this new book Bloom Creek by Vicki Bellino. To read more about the book, and how to win go to post. Contest ends Nov 24, 2010.
Free Printables for “Kids” Turkey Day Table Setting
Lily’s Laundry has graciously provided downloads for all of her printables to help make your children’s table amazing. She has a banner, invitations, place settings, cones and turkey cut outs. She can also personalize them if you email her for … Read More...
Homemade Gifts Kids Can Make From the HeART- Craft Lessons
Pink and Green Mama has a brand new lesson plan bok that contains 53 pages of Homemade Gifts that Kids can make. The PDF book is only $8 and perfect to order just before gifts are needed.
Christmas Tree Banner Craft Kit
Its not very often that I find great ‘kits’ for kids crafts online…( if you are hiding out there, let me know!) But this kit is adorable, and definitely a keeper. Visit Smart-Bottom Enterprises to order yours in time for … Read More...
Tutorial: Santa sack Advent calendar
Destri from The Mother Huddle shows how to make this hanging Advent calendar. Each day is marked with a little red velvet Santa sack. How cute!! The little sacks are quick and easy to sew – an important consideration making … Read More...
Ezine review: Fat Quartlery Fussy Cutting
Fussy Cut is the term for cutting out fabric to highlight a motif. It’s a hugely popular technique in sewing and quilting. Lucky for us, it’s the theme for the third issue of Fat Quarterly eZine out this month. Every … Read More...
Sewing Pattern Tutorial: DIY Shuffle Band
Delia from Delia Creates guest blogs in kojodesigns’ Gifts for Guys series with a tutorial showing how to make a Shuffle band. This elastic band buckles around the arm and gives a handy place to hold your iPod Shuffle while … Read More...
Sewing Pattern : DIY Sleepsack for babies
Natasha from Samster Mommy created this sleepsack to help keep her baby warm at night during the winter months, and she shares a tutorial showing how she did it. Get the how-to.
[photo from Samster Mommy]
Looking for more … Read More...
Tutorial: Give Thanks embroidery hoop art
Fresh Poppy Design guest blogs with Sew Much Ado with a tutorial showing how to make this adorable Give Thanks embroidery hoop art for Thanksgiving. Go to the tutorial.
[photo from Fresh Poppy Design]
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Project: Stamped Paper Recipe Box
Visit the Stampendous stamp site for instructions on how to make this cute folded paper recipe box and cards.
-Heather
Free cross-stitch charts: Christmas
Looking for more Christmas Embroidery Patterns? Check these out on Etsy
We’ve chosen the best hand-embroidery patterns for you to attempt this week! We offer something for everyone, whether you’re a novice or a seasoned veteran. Our free cross-stitch patterns … Read More...