I know it’s barely fall but this project is just too cute! Turn a Wine corks into a mini mitten stamp. You know the holiday’s are just around the corner! See more of these cute mitten wine cork stamps by … Read More...
Oreo Apple Pops
Learn how to make these quick and easy Oreo apple pops HERE at cookies and cups.
[tags]apples, Fall, lollipop sticks, Oreos[/tags]
Free chart: New baby
The Chart Shop at Cross-stitching.com has posted this free design by Maria Kelly. The site’s e-newsletter says,
Congratulate proud parents by stitching a cute baby card featuring this little bundle of joy.
Great idea! Get the free chart.
Giveaway: A canvas for stitchers
Cheryl of Cheryl’s Chatelaine — one of our winners of Jane Dunnewold’s Art Cloth — is paying forward her good luck with a giveaway of her own. She says,
… Read More...Throughout the years I have been blogging, I have talked about
Jil Eaton’s Knitting School!
Attention class! Come to order! Come on settle down! I know you’re excited to begin but we have a few basics to cover first!
First of all, I highly recommend that you go our and buy the textbook for this … Read More...
Free September desktop calendar
Janet M. Davies of JMD Designs has posted her free desktop calendar for September. This image features raised Elizabethan needlework stitched by Janet. Gorgeous. Get the download.
Knitting pattern – Gnome Socks
Come one, come all over to SpillyJane’s Ravelry site to get your own pattern for these simply adorable socks!
Looking for more knitted socks designs and patterns to keep you warm this winter? Check out these knitted sock … Read More...
Smock for prizes!
Country Bumpkin announces Reach for the Stars, An International Smocking Competition. CB’s e-newsletter says,
… Read More...We are delighted to promote Reach for the Stars 2011 through Australian Smocking & Embroidery. With great prizes to be won, this competition is
Free Embroidery pattern: Flowery triceratops
I’m loving this new free hand-embroidery design from Corvus tristis, not only for the charming art of the thing but also for the bit of education she offers about triceratops vs. torosaurus. She says,
… Read More...I’ve drawn a picture, for
Chocolate Owl Pops
Learn how to make these chocolate dipped owl pops (from Rice Krispie Treats or Oreos) HERE at Our Best Bites.
[tags]owls, kids, Oreos, Rice Krispie treats, lollipop sticks, chocolate, Halloween[/tags]
Tutorial: Easy fused fabric flowers
Kirsten from green… it’s the new blue shows how to create unique fabric flowers out of fused fabric. The eclectic feel means you can bust out your scrap bin for this project. Get the how-to.
[photo from green… it’s … Read More...
Free pattern: Betsy Handbag from Mademoiselle Chaos
Mademoiselle Chaos from ParaNoire shares a free pattern and tutorial for her Betsy Handbag. I love the shaping that the pleats create! This bag can be made up in any number of ways – printed fabrics, solids, quilting cotton, vintage … Read More...
Technique: Embossing on Sticky Back Canvas
Have you tried Claudine Hellmuth’s Sticky Back Canvas yet? I got some recently and it’s really cool stuff! It’s a thin sheet of canvas but it has adhesive on the back so you can cut it and apply it to … Read More...
Tutorial: Firetruck pillow
Stacey from Boy Oh Boy Oh Boy! shares a tutorial for making this fire truck pillow. This would be awesome for a little boy’s bedroom! Get the how-to.
[photo from Boy Oh Boy Oh Boy!]
[tags]sewing, tutorial, firetruck, … Read More...
Tutorial: Create honeycomb tucks
Caroline from Atelier Caroline shows how to make these beautiful honeycomb tucks in a piece of fabric. It creates an allover dimensional design that would be fabulous on a decorative pillow or on the bodice of a fancy dress. Go … Read More...
Giveaway: Canon 5D Mark II
Epiphanie Bags is giving away a Canon 5D Mark II camera body! There are two ways to enter, either by purchasing one of the Epiphanie Camera bags, or by posting on your blog according to their specifics. Contest ends … Read More...
Zoo Sandwiches
Check out this collection of zoo-inspired sandwiches at Little Food Junction, and find tips on making them. Find the collections HERE, HERE and HERE.
[tags]animals, sandwiches, lunch, kids[/tags]
Filet Monogram Blanket
This idea is so simple and straightforward – and awesome – that I really wish I’d thought of it. Everyone seems to love the idea of a family name or monogram in filet. Filet is hard for me. I’ve done … Read More...
Giveaway: Sizzix eclips
Amy at Mod Podge Rocks is giving away a Sizzix EClips, their new electronic cutter. She has also posted a review of the machine. The giveaway is open to US residents only and entries close September 18th, 2010. Click … Read More...
Party Monday: Bandanas
Some bandana inspiration for your cowboy, cowgirl, Western, rustic, country, or well, bandanna party.
These Bandana crafts are perfect for parties and cookouts. Bandanas are cheap and a versatile fabric. You can buy them at most discount stores or party supply … Read More...