Gabrielle from Design Mom shows how to put a too-wide necktie on a crash diet, turning it into a skinny tie her son loves. A little seam ripping, trimming, and restitching is all it takes to get a cool new … Read More...
Make it Now at the Pittsburgh Glass Center
September 25 is the next “Make It Now” event over at the Pittsburgh Glass Center. Sounds like a super good time. If you sign up you can make a paperweight or a fused glass suncatcher. How cool is that? … Read More...
Rachel wins with screwy cross-stitch
You know Rachel Hobson (Average Jane Crafter)? You know how she loves space (as in astronomy)? And stitching? Okay, so guess who just won First Prize in the Funniest category of the ESA Hubble Pop Culture contest. … Read More...
Sublime Stitching Sale!!!
Run over to Sublime Stitching and throw your paycheck at as many design sets as you can. They are half-price through September 10! Included are some artist series, such as the Tara McPherson designs shown here. Like these weren’t enough … Read More...
Free CQ design: Best wishes
Janet Stauffacher of Nostalgic NeedleART is sharing her design for this Best Wishes crazy-quilt block, which incorporates an antique postcard image from her personal collection. She says,
… Read More...Print this block directly onto computer printer fabric with your inkjet printer, then
Cupcake Bouquet
Learn how to make this bright, crazy festive cupcake bouquet HERE at Wilton.
[tags]cupcakes, mini, bouquet, birthday[/tags]
Friday: Stitch in public!
Over on MrXStitch, beefranck reminds us that Friday is a special day. She says,
… Read More...We just HAVE to spread the word about Stitch in Public Day, which is happening this Friday, September 3rd! *Cheers! Fanfare!*
We’re both
Read all about it: Sewing with knit fabrics
Stretch knit fabrics. They make such cute, comfortable garments with flexible fit, but they can be difficult to sew on if you’re used to working with wovens. Oliver + S shares some tips & tricks on their blog for working … Read More...
Inspiration: Raggy Rat
Tutorial: Satin stitch
Kim of big B shares her latest stitchy learning experience. See her satin stitch tute.
Free: SharonB’s September desktop
Berry Water
Could be I’m just really, really thirsty right now, but this water filled with berries is awfully appealing to me. Find it HERE at Better Homes and Gardens.
[tags]fruit, berries, water, entertaining[/tags]
Sewing Pattern Tutorial: Swaddle blanket finished with self binding
Sachiko from Tea Rose Company and Tea Rose Home shows how to make a self-binding baby blanket. Rather than applying a separate piece of fabric to bind the edges, a self-bound blanket wraps a portion of the back layer around … Read More...
Tutorial: Button Ruffle Scarf from old t-shirts
Susan from Living with Punks shows how to make this ruffled scarf out of recycled t-shirts that buttons up to keep it snug against the neck. This is such a cute look for the cooler weather that’s just around the … Read More...
Tutorial: Ruffled apron from a hand towel
Sarah from A Little of This, A Little of That shows how to make a ruffled apron from a hand towel. You can make one with a single ruffle (shown here), or go a little crazy and make a double … Read More...
3-D Waffle Cup Maker
Check out The Waffler…It makes waffle cups
! Imagine all the syrup you can collect in there. Find it HERE,
Winners: Etsy Wishlist Giveaway
We had 125 entries for our Etsy wishlist giveaway, and after taking out the ones that didn’t qualify, here are the three winners:
- Stephanie Walter
- Lu (iamjustlu) and
- Yvonne Russel
Congratulations! We have sent you an email to let … Read More...
Get Organized: Freebie and Tutorial
Download the free PDF with these organizing labels, then watch the video showing you how to make this trio of boxes. Click here to go to freebie and tutorial on StampTV.com
Edible Fingerpaint
Sigh. My toddler is so picky, she probably wouldn’t even eat something as fun and colorful as edible fingerpaint. Alas. She will happily paint, though. Find this clever idea HERE at Make and Takes.
[tags]fingerpaint, kids, yogurt[/tags]
Cupcake TeePees
Find tips on making these cupcake teepees HERE at lilsugar, found via Cupcakes Take the Cake.
[tags]kids, ice cream cones, pretzels, cupcakes[/tags]