**I’m reposting this from yesterday, since yesterday’s post had a bad link. My apologies for the confusion!! This is what happens when your Craft Gossip Sewing editor gets too many windows open on her computer at the same time. The … Read More...
Save the Date! 2011 IPCA Retreat
Have you been dreaming of attending the annual IPCA (International Polymer Clay Association) Retreat? Well then, get out your calendars and mark the date:
The week of July 11-13, 2011 there will be pre-retreat classes, and the retreat will run … Read More...
Tutorial: Add flutter sleeves to a plain tank
Melissa from Perry Jayne Handmade shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to add a ruffled flutter sleeve to a plain tank. Paired with a coordinating applique, it makes an awesome summer top!! Go to the tutorial.
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Free pattern: Kitty cat softie, meow meow!
Editor’s Note: This pattern is no longer available, but you can find a similar pattern on the same site for a teddy bear softie. I think this could easily be turned into the kitty cat by changing out the ear … Read More...
Tutorial: Fabric treat bags with vinyl windows
Bridget from Everyday Chaos guest blogs over at 30 Days with a tutorial for making these fun fabric treat bags. A clear vinyl window gives a peek at what’s inside. She filled the bags with brightly colored gumballs and paired … Read More...
New Release: Lawn Fawn Stamps
Lawn Fawn has just released two new sweet clear stamp sets, a lovely floral set and a fun summer swimsuit, pool side set. Click here to view them.
-Heather
You can find Lawn Fawn
products here on Amazon and … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Sew a mermaid swim tail
Instructables member msaraann shows how to make a super cool mermaid swim tail. A purchased monofin fits in the bottom to give it structure. What a neat idea!! Get the how-to.
[photo from msraann on Instructables]
[via Craft]
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MORE RE-FASHION IDEAS
http://nikkishell.typepad.com/wardroberefashion/2008/04/swap-re-fashion.html
Here are a few more ideas for re-fashioning your wardrobe – or thrift store finds – incorporating crochet. The site with the ribbons threaded through the sweater shows a couple of ideas. Check those out by clicking on the … Read More...
Fiber collage online class
Susan R. Sorrell of Creative Chick Studios teaches a variety of online classes from embroidery to felt art, but this Fabric Collage Workshop is my pick. Visit her class list here.
[tags]online art classes, Susan R. Sorrell, fabric collage[/tags]
Book: 1000 Artisan Textiles
Doesn’t this book look dreamy? Though it covers a wide range of textiles one section is devoted solely to art quilts. 1000 Artisan Textiles: Contemporary Fiber Art, Quilts, and Wearables by Sandra Salamony and Gina M Brown was published in … Read More...
Freebie: Lobster Font
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Nerdy Harry Potter Goodness
I recently reread all the Harry Potter books (for srsly like the 20th time) and they were as good as ever.
I was looking for some nerdy HP goodness on Etsy and found this band t-shirt for Madam Pince and … Read More...
Tutorial: Paper Flower
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Inspiration du Jour – Sophie May Sunshine
Get even more inspiration from her gallery and blog
Buzzworthy Tutorial
Courtney of Courtney Robyn’s Nest recently posted a tutorial on how to process beeswax from raw burr comb ends that she purchased from a local beekeeper. With just a bit of melting and straining, she came up with some beautiful … Read More...
Giveaway: SewHip magazine from Sew Christine
Christine from Sew Christine is celebrating the appearance of one of her tutorials in SewHip magazine with a giveaway. (Congrats Christine on getting published!!!) One lucky reader will receive a copy of SewHip magazine that includes her tutorial. Go to … Read More...
Video tutorial: How to make a blind hem
Kathleen from The TumtumTree and Grosgrain shares a video tutorial showing how to make a blind hem. A blind hem is barely noticeable from the front of the fabric and is often used to hem trousers or skirts. The secret … Read More...
Inside Out S’mores
As promised… more s’mores! There are just so many clever variations by so many clever folks out there. Like these fantastic s’mores candy bars at one of my favorite blogs, Not So Humble Pie. Learn how to make them … Read More...
Tutorial: How to turn a narrow tube of fabric right side out
If seeing a pattern or tutorial calling for a narrow tube of fabric (like for a strap) has you groaning in dread of having to turn that sucker right side out, then check out this tutorial from Sew, Mama, Sew!… Read More...
Book Review And Giveaway – Beasties
ISBN 9780399535970
RRP $17.95
Release Date August 3rd 2010
We are giving you a sneak peek of Diana’s new book Beasties. This book has 22 monster projects that are sure to have you giggling with fright. … Read More...