Here is a great upcycled look from Rachel at Transient Expressions. It is made from left over vinyl and a snake brooch, but you can us whatever brooch/earring that you have or find to create your own look.
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by Katrina
Here is a great upcycled look from Rachel at Transient Expressions. It is made from left over vinyl and a snake brooch, but you can us whatever brooch/earring that you have or find to create your own look.
I … Read More...
Suppose you don’t want to cut a fancy fiber into wasteful or hard-to-manage lengths; you’d like to lay the spool on the surface of your work so you can unwind the fiber as you couch it. How do you keep … Read More...
Today the Art Glass Guild posted a little link to Wikipedia and their definition of what dichroic glass is. I absolutely love dichroic glass and the sparkle and the glow of it so I thought all of you needed a … Read More...
John Hopper of The Textile Blog takes an interesting (if brief) look at tatting. I was surprised to learn from him:
… Read More...It is not thought to be a particularly early craft and examples and documents do not place it any
Here’s some exciting news from Janet Perry of Nuts About Needlepoint:
… Read More...Today I’m preannouncing my new site, Needlepoint Stitch Guides, where you will be able to buy already created guides, order custom guides, and download free stitch guides.
These Tom Selleck-in-his-hey-day are ever so pleasing to me, not just because I’m a sucker for all things ’80s, but because of the creative brilliance. Learn how 37 confections created the “Magnumstache Cookie” HERE.
[tags]Magnum PI, Tom Selleck, cookie, … Read More...
by Terrye
Payette, Idaho — A Payette woman is turning her hobby into a real overseas mission. “I’ve always knitted and crocheted,” said Bea Mitchell. “I have to keep my hands busy.” Every knit and every purl gets Mitchell one loop closer … Read More...
Go over to MrXStitch right now and see Penny Nickels‘ post about shisha work. But be forewarned: The photos are so gorgeous, you’re going to want to add this technique to your repertoire right away! You can see … Read More...
Rosemoo is sharing some original coloring pages that I think would make ideal stitch guides. Imagine stitching these lovely patterns on paper for greeting-card fronts. (Oh, I think I just made a plan for my weekend!) Get the designs.
Kim of big B blog is on a quest to learn 100 embroidery stitches, and she’s sharing the adventure with us. Learn coral stitch along with Kim. Just follow the multitude of clear photos on her blog post.
Rachel Hall shows how to use your button stash to make these cute flowers on the A Million Memories blog. Click here to go to tutorial.
by Anne Weaver
Summer is picnic season, and with it come potlucks and covered dishes. Instead of using foil or plastic wrap to cover your salad bowl, why not use an eco-friendly reusable fabric cover? Allyson Hill shares a tutorial on her blog… Read More...
by Anne Weaver
Kathleen from Grosgrain and The Tumtum Tree shows how to make this poolside robe out of a large towel. Inexpensive beach towels are readily available at the discount stores right now. Grab one up and make yourself a new swimming … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
Stefi from Just Chic shares a tutorial on her blog for making a wide-brimmed hat. This is perfect for the sunny days you’ll be spending at the pool this summer!! Go to the tutorial.
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Squigglefly digital stamps has released some cute new images, lots of bears, karate kids, a flower fairy and this cute bird bath. Click here to see all that’s new. Also be sure to check out their “freebie” section for free … Read More...
Download these printable ticket stubs from Stampington & Co. Click here to go to download
by Anne Weaver
Christine from From an Igloo shows how to make a pair of knit pants for girls. It’s actually very easy and doesn’t require a pattern, so long as you have a pair of pants that fit that you can trace. … Read More...
Crafty traveler Tina from Seaside Stitches blog spied these architectural delights on a bridge in Connecticut, USA. So fun!
[tags]frogs, spools of thread, bridge, CT, sewing tools[/tags]
by jd wolfe
There’s a free pattern at CrochetMe for a doll (http://www.crochetme.com/media/p/88091.aspx ) . It’s cute. But look what another crocheter did with it! I think these dolls are about as cute as a doll can be!
http://dollydonations.blogspot.com/2010/05/adorable-free-crochet-doll-pattern.html
Check the crocheter’s … Read More...
Get a selection of digital kits for just $1 on sale today only (May 26th) at Jessica Sprague. Click here to go to sale.