Hine of Henna Geijutsu recreated Twitter’s “over capacity” logo as a hat! I think (based on a machine translation) that she came up with the idea for a Halloween costume, but she didn’t quite finish it in time. I’d be … Read More...
Tutorial: Roumanian stitch
Kim of bigB shows us how to do Roumanian stitch, as in the leaves in this photo. See the tute.
Video: The Making of the Homemade is Best IKEA Cookbook
Remember this cookbook from the IKEA in Sweden with the swoon worthy photographs? Well, now you can watch an equally swoon worthy behind-the-scenes video of the making of Homemade is Best HERE at Fonda LaShay design.
Inspired Ideas for Christmas
I am begging you. Plea
se, please, please CLICK HERE immediately to view the Christmas issue of Inspired Ideas online magazine.The muffin tin advent calendar, cookie cutter jewelry and snowflake cake shown here (the edible craftiest that I think … Read More...
Paper Bag Turkey
What is it about this bag of popcorn-turned-paper bag turkey that is so endearing and appealing? Beyond clever. Learn how to make a brown bag turkey HERE at One Charming Party, found via the also endearing and appealing Gordon … Read More...
Tutorial: Draft and sew a saree blouse
Creative Mama from Adithis Amma Sews shares a two part tutorial showing how to create a beautiful saree blouse from scratch. Part 1 shows her pattern draft and how she arrived at her measurements. Part 2 shows how to sew … Read More...
Tutorial: Painting on fabric
Ashley from Lil Blue Boo shows how to paint on fabric with Setacolor fabric paints
. I am SO going to have to get some of these! You can use this painting technique on a small scale to create custom … Read More...
Check it out: Sewcial online community for sewing enthusiasts
Do people’s eyes glaze over when start talking to them about sewing? If so, then check out The Sewcial, a new online gathering spot just for sewing enthusiasts. Photo albums give you a spot to share your latest sewing … Read More...
Video tutorial: Knot smocking
Kathleen from Grosgrain and The Tumtum Tree shares a tutorial showing how to create texture on a piece of fabric using knot smocking. She used this technique to create the fabulous skirt on her daughter’s witch costume. Go to … Read More...
Tutorial: Kid’s cardigan from an adult t-shirt
Kalleen from At Second Street guest blogs in the Refashionista series at I Am Momma, Hear Me Roar with a tutorial showing how to turn a long-sleeved adult-sized t-shirt into a kid-sized cardigan. Love that pleated neckline! Get the tute… Read More...
Freebie: Victorian Borders Download
Download some lovely Victorian, scrolls, flourishes and borders for free from Dover Publishing. Click here to download.
-Heather
Book: The Practical Guide to Patchwork
A walk to the mailbox gave me much more than advertisements and bills. My copy of The Practical Guide to Patchwork was there waiting for me. Forget my morning shower; there are projects to view and dream about. Blogger Elizabeth … Read More...
Etsy Find – Scarlett Lane
This felted bead necklace called the Heart of Life from Scarlett Lane warms my heart – with its hot, red focal beads and cozy, felted texture. Its simplicity would lend itself to lots of styles both casual and dressy. Maegan … Read More...
Free Layered Template and a Challenge
Jen Reed has this free layered template available for download on her blog. In addition, if you use the template and post a link to your page you will be able to download a free digital kit. Valid in November … Read More...
Inspiration du Jour – 1st Snow of the Season
1st Snow of the Season
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Rebatching Soap
I came across another tutorial about rebatching soap written by Anne-Marie Faiola of Brambleberry (aka The Soap Queen). Check it out on The Soap Bar blog.
Newsy: AQS Quilt Contest 2011 entry deadline extended
If contests enable you to do your very best work and you have something wonderful already created consider entering the AQS sponsored quilt contest in Lancaster, Pennsylvania March 2011. The blog AQS Quilt News has all the information you need. … Read More...
Quilt-Along packs charm
Hey, get yourself over to That Girl…That Quilt because Jennifer is hosting That Quilt-Along. Week one gives you a supply list and the type and size quilt you will be making. All you need is one charm Pack (pre-cut … Read More...
Template and tutorial: Leather bow embellishment
Tricia from Leafy Treetop Spot and Leafy Treetop Shopshares a template and tutorial for making little leather bows. You can use them to embellish a headband or belt, or anything else that needs a snappy little bow. Go to … Read More...
Tutorial: Felt princess crown
Jess from Craftiness Is Not Optional and Bits for Baby shares a tutorial showing how to make a sweet princess crown from felt. It’s part of Far, Far Away week at Punkin Patterns. Get the how-to.
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