This gorgeous, colorful stitchery by Parpi of CRESUS artisanat seems improvisational. It’s got that kind of energy. And it makes me so happy. That’s all.
Tutorial and exemplar: Triple chain stitch
This week’s TAST challenge is triple chain stitch. (See the tute on SharonB‘s Pin Tangle blog.) Shirley of Shirley’s Twisted Threads wasted no time in trying this one out. Within 24 hours after the challenge was … Read More...
See the July CQ Mag Online
The July 2010 issue of CQ Mag Online is available now. This instalment of the free e-zine for crazy quilters features an article on embroidering silk prints by Kathy Shaw (Shawkl); a lesson on making composite flower motifs … Read More...
Tutorial: Zig-zag coral stitch
Kim of big B shares her latest adventure with 100 stitches through a tutorial on zig-zag coral stitch. See the tute.
Tutorial: Needlework keeper
Teresa of All Things Vintage has posted a tutorial for making a “keeper” for quilt blocks and needlework that lets you keep them clean and wrinkle free while you store or transport them. Go to Teresa’s post for the details, … Read More...
Teen Craft- Pom Pom Necklace
I Love To Create Blog has another great Teen Craft by Margot Potter. This craft is perfect for those bright colored summer clothing! Head out to get your pom poms now!
Fabric Wall Art- Turn into Play Blocks
This craft is the perfect mix of artistry and functionality. Artwork that turns into a children’s stackable blocks…the kids can even help make this beautiful piece of art! Head on over to Sew, Mama, Sew! for the fabulous tutorial.
Sand Candle
This craft is so cool…. and not just because I live in Florida where sand is one of the most abundant things here! by little hands…shows EXACTLY how you and your children can create one too!
Tutorial: Retro-awesome tablerunner from fabric scraps and vintage hankies
Amy from Vintage Fern guest blogs over at The Vintage Sheet Blog with a tutorial showing how to use scraps of vintage fabrics, hankies, and doilies. Oh my, this is SO fabulous!! I love the eclectic look! Go to the … Read More...
Fabric Paper Dolls
A Forest Frolic gives you some great inspiration for creating fabulous paper dolls… her blog is pretty fun to frolic around too!
Blog Feature- Made By Joel
Made by Joel is a great site that I stumbled upon and just had to share it with you… Here are few posts that have inspired me to come back every day!
How about this pick up … Read More...
Homemade Bubble Wand
New Release: Die Cuts from Spellbinders
(image by Spellbinders)
Spellbinders has some amazing new die cuts being released this week at CHA, here’s what they have to say about them:
“”We are introducing 36 incredible new template designs that will inspire our crafters to even greater … Read More...
Power Cabling Video
Check out this video of Eunny Jang and Lily Chin discussing Lily’s new book, Power Cables!
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Tiny kisses
I featured Paper -n Stitch yesterday. On a link from her blog I found the Etsy shop Letterhappy. Letterhappy has some great prints and you can see she makes these awesome tiny round stickers and she has photos of … Read More...
PB Inspired Light Fixture Lantern
I love all the Pottern Barn inspired projects out there! Sorry PB, but your gorgeous decor is just out of my price range, and even if it wasn’t I probably would make it anyway! 😉 I’m also loving the repurposing … Read More...
Magnetic Menu Boards
Menu planning is a great way to save money on groceries. But why scribble your menu on a boring piece of paper when you can create an awesome magnetic board that allows you to pick and choose, move around, and … Read More...
Paper Flower Arrangement
Aren’t these just pretty as a picture? Very few supplies are needed for these and they are simple as can be. One of the great things about this project is that you can use colors that match your decor, and … Read More...
Tutorial – Cabling
Seashore Sweets
A round up of recipes and how-tos for sweets inspired by the shore…
1. Rose water Madeleines from Martha.
2. DIY fondant shells from My Romantic Home.
3. Make your own sea glass candy from Intimate Weddings.… Read More...