Update: Our beloved Rachel Hobson‘s moon embroidery is an entry in a contest sponsored by Etsy and NASA. The entry rules say,
… Read More...The Contest is intended to demonstrate the Contestants’ passion for NASA through the creation of unique and
Tutorial – Tubular Cast On
Stay tuned: Giveaway for later this week
I’m getting really excited about the giveaway coming later this week!! Want another clue?
Clue #1: It’s smaller than a breadbox. But not much smaller.
Clue #2: You’ll need an outlet to plug it in.
Clue #3: It’s perfect for … Read More...
Freebie: Thanksgiving Table Printables
Visit Catch My Party and download some lovely Thanksgiving table printables like labels, tent cards, cupcake flags and more.
-Heather
Tutorial: Buttonhole picots
This week’s TAST challenge offers a double dose of stitchy fun. SharonB shows us two ways to make buttonhole picots. See the tute on her Pin Tangle blog post.
Tutorial: “Twist and Tack” Silk Ribbon Embroidery
Pam of Pamela Kellogg’s Kitty and Me Designs shows us how to make her “Twist and Tack” silk-ribbon roses. The images are a bit blurry, but you’ll still get the idea. See the tute.
Looking for a supplier of … Read More...
Stitch some fall color
Tricia-Rennea says,
Cut these leaves from felt to create a garland, or stitch them together for a table runner. Applique them on place-mats or coasters. You can use them as a coloring page or stencil as well.
And wouldn’t they … Read More...
Design your own CS pillows
A post on Craft Stew shows us how to design custom cross-stitch pillows. The blogger says,
… Read More...I adore commercially manufactured cross-stitch pillow kits. The designs are beautiful, the instructions are clear, the threads are all assembled and most even come
How the moon got its craters
Rachel Hobson (Average Jane Crafter) continues the series about her moon embroidery with details about the stitches used to create its amazing topography. Read the post.
Make toddler PJ pants – Free pattern
Here is a nice tutorial for toddler soft pajama pants from fromanigloo.com. These are made with a stretch knit fabric and have an ankle cuff to keep pants from bunching up around the leg at night or you can … Read More...
Try this hardanger pattern
Jen (aka Rabid) is making available the pattern for this gorgeous hardanger piece she designed for Valdani. You can purchase the pattern from her Etsy shop for just US$ 5.00. (No shipping charge — the design will be … Read More...
Christmas-design sale and free tute at Urban Threads
Looking for more Christmas Embroidery Patterns? Check these out on Etsy
There’s lots of Christmas tomfoolery going on over at Urban Threads. New quirky and steampunk holiday designs are on sale through November 28. And speaking of steampunk, be … Read More...
Thanksgiving for Beginners
There are thousands, no, millions (maybe even billions?) of how-tos and step-by-steps and menus in cyberland for preparing Thanksgiving dinner. But I find this Thanksgiving for Beginners slideshow from Chow a stand-out feast. It’s easy to follow, clear, and visually … Read More...
Thanksgiving Favor Boxes
Make your own party mix favor boxes for Thanksgiving with how-tos on the Hostess with the Mostess blog including a free printable from the “Grateful Mod” Party printable party collection.
Tutorial: Lined patch pockets in custom shapes
The pocket tutorials continue at ikat bag this time showing how to make a lined patch pocket. I love the idea of a contrast-y fabric on the inside of a pocket, but the real plus of a lined patch pocket … Read More...
Orange Chocolate Owl Pops
Learn how to make these ’60s-style mod orange chocolate owl pops HERE at The Daily Mixer , with links to the all supplies from the Layer Cake Shop.
Tutorial: Military Jackey for toddlers
Schwin W from Schwin & Schwin guest blogs at HoneyBear Lane with a tutorial showing how to make this fabulously itty bitty Military Jackey. Love it! Go to the tutorial.
[photo retrieved from Honeybear Lane]
How to convert standard mittens into fingerless ones
Check out this great tutorial on saving a pair of mittens that may be too small (or have worn out tips) and converting them into the fingerless type of mittens that Maya sent in. See the full tutorial over at … Read More...
Tutorial: Easy fleece stocking cap and no-sew scarf
Debbie from Squiggly Twigs Designs tells how to make an easy fleece stocking cap and matching no-sew scarf. The fleece is a warm fabric for the cold weather, with the bonus of having edges that don’t fray. These would make … Read More...
Tutorial: No-sew nautical tank refashion
Agy from Green Issues shows how she refashioned a tank to give it a trendy nautical look. It’s easy to do with flat-backed gems and rope trim. And, there’s no sewing required! (She used hot glue, but you could also … Read More...