Janet Perry‘s new site, Needlepoint Stitch Guides, is now open. Go see!
Inspiration: yarn soup
Jenny McCabe of yarn soup blog calls this work an “experiment, just playing with mixing machine and hand embroidery with the needle felting.” If this is the result of her play, imagine what happens when she gets down to serious … Read More...
Free charts: Cross-stitch borders
Janet of Stitch School has converted the designs from some vintage trims (courtesy of her reader Sandro Ilg) into free charts for us! These would make charming borders on everything from kitchen towels to toddler clothes. Get the charts… Read More...
Free pattern: Largartera embroidery
DMCThread’s Blog gives us a brief rundown on Largartera embroidery, a style in which long-stitch motifs are framed with combinations of counted-thread stitches or pulled-thread work. In addition to some great info and photos, a free pattern is included so … Read More...
Tutorial: Up-and-down feather stitch
This week’s TAST challenge is up-and-down feather stitch. What could be more perfect for a vine? See the tute on SharonB’s Pin Tangle blog.
How to make vintage style trim bobbins from recycled cardboard
Don’t these look like they are straight out of an antique store? Well the designer of these vintage looking sewing trim bobbins posted a great tutorial how to make them yourself from a bit of recycled cardboard. Pop on over … Read More...
Turn your hobby into a business
I was on Papaver Vert blog looking at all of Patty’s stunning felting. Papaver Vert is a small creative studio in Northern California owned by designer Patty Benson. Based on form, function and bold color, her work … Read More...
Mini Burger Cookies
I know, I know, I’ve seen plenty of sweet “burger” treats out there (like these and these), but how could I resist these cute cookie and peppermint patty burgers from Betty Crocker? Find the how-tos HERE.
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Mermaid Cake
Learn how to make this cute mermaid cake HERE at Twig and Toadstool,
S’Mores Party Placecards
There are plenty of clever little touches for an indoor camping party (my kinda camping experience) HERE at Head of the Table, but what got me were these marshmallow placecards for s’mores.
Looking for more S’smores recipes? Check out … Read More...
Tutorial: Scribble Flower T-shirt with free motion stitching
Jessica from Happy Together guest blogs at Simply Handmade by Paige, showing how to make her Scribble Flower T-shirt, inspired by a similar design on a cardigan from Anthropologie. The flowers are made with free motion stitching over splotches of … Read More...
Tutorial: Lining pants and skirts
OnlineFabricStore.net shares a tutorial on their blog telling how to add a lining to the next skirt or pair of pants that you make. A lining can serve as a layer between a scratchy fabric (like wool) and your skin, … Read More...
Tutorial: Little boys’ dress-up chaps from a pair of jeans
Charlotte from The Charlotte Letters shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to turn a pair of little boys’ jeans into a pair of denim chaps. These make an awesome dress-up accessory for little cowboys! Go to the tutorial… Read More...
Tutorial: Pojagi seam finishes on your machine
The Silly BooDilly shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to achieve Pojagi patchwork seam finishes on your sewing machine. These finishes would be lovely incorporated into your next project! Go to the tutorial.
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New Release: Stampin’ Up
Stamping Up has just released their brand new catalog, it’s full on lots of wonderful new stamps, pattern papers, embellishments, dies and more. Click here to download a PDF of the whole new catalog and click here to find a … Read More...
Giveaway: Sizzix EClips Starter Set
Scrapbook,com is giving away the new Sizzix EClips electronic cutter
! Every eligible order placed at Scrapbook.com between July 5, 2010 and July 31, 2010 is automatically entered into a drawing for a Brand New Sizzix EClips Electronic Shape Cutting … Read More...
Article: 8 Ideas for Placing Embellishments
Debbie Hodge shares some tips for placing embellishments on a scrapbook page. You will learn various techniques for placement including clustering, layering and grouping. Click here to go to article.
Pajama Party Wednesdays 9PM EST
Put on your slippers and join the fun tonight at a real-time interactive pajama party. Crafty goodness awaits you every Wednesday night at 9PM Eastern, US. Go here for details.
Inspiration du Jour – Beloved Angel
Get even more inspiration from her gallery and blog
DIY: Watermelon Scrub
Watermelon is as much a part of summer as heat and mosquitoes, so why not incorporate watermelon into your body products? Whip up a nice Watermelon Scrub using this recipe from BathBodySupply.com.