Meri of Agulhas da Meri shows us her trick for avoiding excess fabric at the corners of drawn-thread work. See her excellent photo tutorial.
DIY Microwave Popcorn
Did anyone know this was even possible? To make your own microwave popcorn with a brown paper bag? My daughter adores microwave popcorn so I have to strictly police her intake. I love love love this idea. Find the … Read More...
Tutorials: Crazy-quilting for beginners
Pam Kellogg of Kitty & Me Designs is posting a series of articles for newbie crazy-quilters. Even if you’re experienced in this needleart, you may enjoy a refresher. Articles so far:
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Working on a Foundation
A new stitchy book from Laura Wasilowski
Laura Wasilowski of Artfabrik has a new book coming out in February: Fanciful Stitches, Colorful Quilts
. Laura says,
… Read More...The book features 11 fused art quilts with lots of hand stitchery for embellishment. All the projects in the book are
Free chart: Plastic Canvas Alphabet charts
Craft Stew is sharing charts for a new small alphabet that works in cross-stitch, plastic canvas, and needlepoint. Get the charts for A through F. And bookmark the blog so you can pick up additional letters as they’re released.
Looking … Read More...
How to Make Fondant
Check out The Crafty Penguin for a tutorial on how to make fondant, the first in a four-part tiered cake making series. You’ll find step-by-step photos with the recipe, too. Very important, since the texture is so important in … Read More...
Free desktop calendar for November
This month’s free desktop calendar featuring the needlework of Janet M. Davies is now available from JMD Designs. Get the download.
New Purl Soho Kit: Felt Bird Ornaments or Pattern!
Do you want to get a start on your holiday decorating? PURL SOHO HAS THESE ADORABLE Felt Bird Ornament Kits on sale now. Each kit makes 16 ornaments! Kit includes nine pieces of 8-inch x 12-inch wool felt (five ecru, … Read More...
DIY Dia De Los Muertos Cookies
Find the recipe and tips for decorating these Day of the Dead cookies HERE at Latina, courtesy of One Tough Cookie. {Spotted on The Crafty Crow}
Tutorial: Fun Funky Fleece Hat
Kelly from Sewing in No Man’s Land finishes the Comfy Sews vs. Cozy Knits month at luvinthemommyhood with a tutorial showing how to make a Fun Funky Fleece Hat. It’s also a warm hat, with earflaps and two layers of … Read More...
Tutorial: Embellished sweater arm warmers
Megan from Brassy Apple shares a tutorial on her blog for making these super cute arm warmers. They’re made from the arms of recycled sweaters, with ribbons and embellishments to make them girl-fabulous. Get the tute.
[photo from Brassy … Read More...
Freebie: Digital Layered Template
Jennifer Hignite from Pieces of Me has this layered template available for download. The template is based on a scrapbook page by Susan Weinroth. Click here to go to the download.
Tutorial: Flirty Holiday Apron
Staci from Just Sew Sassy guest blogs at Blue Cricket Design with a tutorial showing how to make her Flirty Holiday Apron. This girly ruffled apron would make a great gift! Go to the tutorial.
[photo from Blue Cricket Design]
Tutorial: Wavy stitched pleats
Janet M. Davies from JMD Designs created a tote bag with stitched pleat details on the sides. The pleats are stitched down in alternative directions to create a wavy design. She shares a tutorial showing how she did it. Go … Read More...
Tutorial: Casserole carrier
2 Little Hooligans shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make a casserole carrier. Make one now and you’ll be ready to take your favorite casserole to Thanksgiving celebrations and Christmas party potlucks. Go to the tutorial.… Read More...
Day of the Dead Sugar Skulls
A roundup of how-tos for making Day of the Dead Sugar Skulls:
Find detailed instructions and supplies HERE at MexicanSugarSkull.com.
Find more step-by-steps HERE at about.com.
Find instructions HERE at CraftyChica.com.
Find step-by-steps with photos HERE at … Read More...
Project: Stamped Canvas Jewelry
Visit the Stampington and Co. blog and let Vanessa Spencer show you how to make this lovely stamped canvas brooch.
-Heather
New Magazine from Northridge Media
The folks who bring you Scrapbook Trends and Cards magazines now present the Cricut Magazine! The magazine, which debuts with the January 2011 issue, will feature scrapbook layouts, cards and other projects all made with the Cricut machine. Subscriptions … Read More...
Roundup: Scarecrow Treats
Party Monday: Rainbows and Unicorns
1. cake. Make a rainbow cake at raspberri cupcakes.
2. games. Play Twister
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3. cake. Make a unicorn cake at Parenting.com.
4. serve. Rainbow glasses from the MoMA Store.
5. drink. Rainbow test tube shooters from Urban … Read More...