Cross-stitch designer Helga Mandl sent me this exciting news: “Just wanted to inform you and your readers I have 40% off on all Halloween cross stitch charts until 25th Oct, 2010.” Yea! Go to Helga’s site.
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Free Class: Creative Layers with Claudine Hellmuth
Claudine Hellmuth has prepared a free online class showcasing her new Creative Layers stamps from Ranger & Stampers Anonymous. Click here to go to the class.
Tutorial: Lovely lightweight poncho that’s easy to make
Pascale from // between the lines // shows how to make a stylish lightweight poncho. It drapes beautifully over the body. It’s easy to make, too. Just one seam is all it takes to make one. Go to the tutorial… Read More...
Tutorial: Easy-sew pumpkin tutu costume for little girls
Craft Passion shows how to make this pumpkin tutu Halloween costume for little girls. Your little girl will love the layers of poofy tulle. You’ll love the fact that’s really easy to make. Go to the tutorial.
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Tutorial: Washable beanbags from upcycled materials
These beanbags by Thomas from Way Cool Kid are made with seriously kid play in mind. The beans are actually sewn up into a removable insert, which makes them washable. And they’re made from upcycled materials, which is both cost … Read More...
Tutorial: Anthropologie-inspired gathered scarf
Jessica from Sew Home Grown (embracing the art of homemaking…) shows how to make an Anthropologie-inspired ruffled scarf. The gathers down the center are so pretty! They’re quick and easy to make with elastic thread. Go to the tutorial.… Read More...
Tutorial: Curving Photos in Photoshop
This tutorial from Get it Scrapped shows a simple method for getting a curved photo effect. The tutorial is an excerpt from the class Digital Techniques for Art Journaling by Patti Knox. Click here to go to the tutorial.
Technique :Waffle Paper
Stop by the Created by You blog and let Sharon teach you how to make this cool waffle paper background.
-Heather
Passionate red earrings
I love these funky and “passionate red” earrings from Bananista! They have a simple and yet very interesting design. Mercedes says, “my … handmade limited edition jewelry (is) inspired by all the simple things that surround our everyday life… … Read More...
Freebie: Spooky Letters
Jenny at Allsorts is offering up this free download of spooky letters. Use them to make a garland as shown, or for other projects. The download includes all 26 letters, numbers from 0 to 9 and the exclamation mark. Click … Read More...
My Blue Sofa – A site to buy and sell furniture and decor
This looks interesting. My Blue Sofa is a site that lets you buy and sell furniture and decor. It’s free and you can search by city or by decor style or by room or whatever. Very cool!
A Guide to Making Your Own Acrylic Stamps
Sheila at Cheeky Magpie has out together a series of posts explaining how you can make your own acrylic stamps. The posts are based on her recent experience with making stamps herself. She includes resources for materials and supplies, as … Read More...
Inspiration du Jour – Afternoon Tea
Get even more inspiration from her gallery and blog.
The Art of Soap is Now Available for Pre-Buy!
I recently wrote about the upcoming release of The Art of Soap and am happy to report that it is now available for pre-order! Debbie Chialtas of Soapylove wrote in the newsletter that she received the first printed copy of … Read More...
Tutorial: Halloween apron with a ric rac spider pocket
Phyllis Dobbs shares a downloadable tutorial for making this super cute Halloween apron. The big spider applique is actually a pocket. How fun! And check out his button head and ric rac legs! Go to the tutorial.
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Tutorial: A-line skirt with ruffled hem
Tam from Sew Dang Cute shows how to make this A-line skirt with fabulous ruffle detail at the hem. It was inspired by a similar (but much shorter) skirt from Charlotte Russe. Go to the tutorial.
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Tutorial: Infinity & Beyond Scarf
Luvinthemommyhood shares a tutorial for an Infinity & Beyond Scarf. It’s a versatile scarf that can be worn at least different ways to suit your mood, your outfit, or the weather outside. Made from a soft flannel, it’s snuggly for … Read More...
Cello string choker
Check out this unusual choker design from YarnPlayer aka Marilee. Made from a piece she tatted “free style” and a cello string, this piece incorporates two of Marilee’s loves – yarn and music. If you know your way around a … Read More...
Free Halloween Patterns from Lion Brand
Halloween is approaching, and we want to get in as many handmade decorations as we can. It’ll be here before we know it and little trick-or-treaters will be knocking on our door. There are plenty of projects for knitters and … Read More...
Freebie: Birdhouse Card
This is such an adorable winter card! It was made by Angela Kennedy for Penny Black, she made her own birdhouse template which she generously shares here on their Flickr site. She stamped it using Penny Black stamps, click here… Read More...