SharonB of Pin Tangle blog has just released the third set in her series of stitch files. She says,
… Read More...These worksheets are designed by me to build into a hand embroiderer’s resource file. The files are part stitch dictionary, part
More free Sajou alphabets
Several gorgeous vintage Sajou alphabets have been uploaded over at the Free Pattern Maker blog. Pictured above are selections from Sajou 236 and Sajou 235. If you haven’t visited Ramzi’s blog, it’s time to check it out!
Inspired by: Apples
I love this amazing roundup of apple themed art prints, jewelry, housewares, kitchenware, and products at Design Sponge. This photo from the roundup is only a glimpse. The abundance of apple finds is pretty dang impressive. It just goes … Read More...
Great idea: Mini pin cushions
Magpie’s Mumblings made 12 mini pin cushions from a set of sterling napkin rings. Brilliant! Any pretty napkin ring would work. Imagine the possibilities! See more on her blog post.
Looking for more pin cushion patterns? Check out these … Read More...
Shadow work in cotton and silk
Zeshuregi of Creative Mind is experimenting with adding shadow work to a shirt. She says,
… Read More...The fabric was plain cotton & i use cotton & silk threads of red & blue color for embroidery..The stitches are stem stitch & shadow
Tutorial: Fabric napkins with a contrast bound edge
Sew4Home shows how to make a set of fabric napkins. Three of the four sides of each napkin have simple turned under heam, while the fourth is bound in a contrast fabric. What a cool look! Go to the tutorial… Read More...
Holiday Craft: Felt stockings & Felt Holly Garland DIY
Check out two wonderful holiday crafting ideas from Women’s Day. With these two complete tutorials and templates you will have the mantel decorated in a flash. You can choice any colors that fit your décor and surprise your family … Read More...
State Food Art
My latest “Wow!”: The artwork of John Holcomb. He represents each of the United States (plus DC and Puerto Rico) as food. Sno-Ball Alabama, banana California, New Jersey cinnamon roll, Ohio baked potato… Shown is a Pop-Tart DC (because, you … Read More...
It’s a Faux-saw
I love it when proud wives/girlfriends send in projects that their men make. The girlies post their man’s craftiness on their blogs or send in a link to their Etsy shop. Too cute ladies! Well the proud wifey of Mr. … Read More...
Food Trucks for Weddings?
A new trend? What do you think of food trucks for weddings? According to United with Love, this is a thing in my own town of Washington DC. Had I married here instead of Vegas, I think I’d have considered … Read More...
Tutorial and Freebie: Spool Advent Calendar
Cathe Holden from Just Something I Made has posted a tutorial on using wooden thread spools to make advent calendars. She shows different ways you can use the spools and the free download of labels. Click here to go … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Simple tooth fairy pouch from felt
Jeanine from Serving Pink Lemonade shows how to make a simple tooth fairy pouch. The little felt pouch has a tooth-shaped pocket on the front for the tooth to go in, and larger pocket at the back for the cash. … Read More...
Tutorial: Smock tunic or dress for a toddler girl
Melanie from Sewing for Scarlett shares a tutorial for making a smock tunic or dress for a toddler girl. Elastic thread gathers the fabric – an easy sew and an easy fit. This style of dress/tunic would be cute from … Read More...
Tutorial: Gathered fabric throw pillow
Delia from Delia Creates shows how to make a throw pillow with a gathered fabric detail. The rows of gathers are easy to make and create lovely texture. Get the tute.
[photo from Delia Creates]
Turkey Sandwich
But not that kind of turkey sandwich. I mean one that gives the impression that it is, indeed, a turkey. Learn how to make these cuties HERE at Meet the Dubiens.
A Flat Toaster? That Doubles as Wall Art?
I’d love more flexibility from my toaster. But a toaster sheet? Spotted on Neatorama, find more information on the toaster towel, the Halo Toasted Wrap, HERE at Walyou. I do love that you can fold it and hang it … Read More...
Tutorial: Cowl neck tunic from a too-big sweater
Sarah from Simply Step Back shows how she refashioned a too-big sweater into a stylish cowlneck tunic. Love it! Go to the tutorial.
[photo from Simply Step Back]
[via Fireflies and Jellybeans]
Giveaway: Page Maps 2 by Becky Fleck
Scrapbooks and Cards Today is giving away an autographed copy of Page Maps 2 by Becky Fleck.A winner will be chosen on Thursday November 11th, 2010. Click here to go to the giveaway.
Inspiration du Jour – Happy
Freebie: Hanukkah Daily Labels
Avital from Creativity Prompt has these Hanukkah Labels for download and printing. Click here to go to the download.