I love the fussy cut design atop gathers in this DIY pin cushion. It showcases the Flourish fabric line by Alisha Frost and is a free download from Studio eFabrics. Get it here.
[tags]pin cushion, free pattern, Flourish[/tags]
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MARTHA WINGER’S ART
The first crocheter’s work that caught my eye at the recent Green with Indie craft show was that of Marti Winger. I saw that plarn from afar and made a bee line to see if there was other crochet at … Read More...
Scrapbook Deal: 7 Gypsies ATC Display
Scrapbook Warehouse has the 7 Gypsies ATC Display on sale for $19.46, that’s 30% off the usual MSRP of $29.95. Click here for more information. Click here to purchase
Nature Bracelets
Maya*Made is doing a guest feature over at Skip to My Lou….two of my most favorite blogs colliding! I love it! I can’t wait to walk around our neighborhood and see what things we can find to put on … Read More...
Make It Wear It Challenge from Sew, Mama, Sew!
Sew, Mama, Sew! is hosting a June Make It Wear It Challenge. You must make an article of clothing AND wear it in JUNE of 2010. You can post pics of it and if you do you will be entered … Read More...
Tutorial: Graduation Card
This tutorial from No Time to be Bored shows how to make a graduation card using craft items you most likely have on hand. Click here to go to tutorial.
Inspiration du Jour – Paris
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Fun Summer Party Idea – Make Soap!
Looking for a unique party idea this summer? Check out Soapylove’s blog for a video tutorial on how to throw a glycerin soap making party. You can also purchase the e-zine, Let’s Get Soapy, which comes with the … Read More...
Tutorial: Reusable fabric gift bags with applique
Lia from Lia’s Space shows how to make these reusable fabric gift bags. No cutting, folding, or taping wrapping paper. Just slide the gift inside and cinch up the drawstrings. Simple applique designs make them super cute. Go to the … Read More...
Sew-along tutorial: Child’s booster seat cover
Brenda from Therapeutic Crafting will be hosting a sew-along for making a booster seat cover. This fabric cover slips over the booster seat to keep it from getting dirty with all the food that inevitably is dropped by a young … Read More...
Free Sewing Pattern: Unisex boxer shorts
Head over to Craft Passion for a free pattern for these unisex boxer shorts. Make them for your hubby as a Father’s Day gift, or make a pair for yourself for comfy lounging. I love the cut of the pockets … Read More...
Free Crafts Ebook!
Springtime is the best time to do some spring cleaning. Look through all your old clothes, clean out your closet and re-decorate your home. Now is the perfect time to do some home remodeling. You can leave your windows wide … Read More...
Peacock Macarons
Loving this eye candy: peacock macarons! Find them HERE at Test with Skewer along with tips on how to make the pear and ginger jam filling.
[tags]peacocks, jam, ginger, pears, macarons[/tags]
Check Out These Festive Fun Beads!! Michou Pascale Anderson
Enjoy the fun and festive handmade glass beads of artist Michou Pascale Anderson, who is the featured artist of the site www.beadingtimes.com. On the Beading Times site they’ve done a really nice interview and they give the reader some … Read More...
A winning tutorial: the snow ruffle pillow
I am totally in love with this pillow tutorial from V and Co Blog and just had to show it to you. This tutorial will give you the basics on how to create your “snow” ruffle.
Craft Hope collects handmade washcloths and towels for Gulf cleanup
If you’ve been watching news of the oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico and feeling helpless as this disaster continues to unfold, here’s a way you can put your sewing (or knitting or crocheting) skills to use to help … Read More...
Food Making Parties
Visit the kitchn for a roundup of ideas for hosting a food-making party, like pizzas and taffy.
[tags]pizza, cookies, parties, candy[/tags]
Art quilt self portrait – and she’s smiling
Anna from The Artist Within created this self-aware art quilt in response to a challenge from one of her quilting groups, Common Threads. I couldn’t help noticing that the smile on her face seems to agree with a study I … Read More...
Free download: Super Cute Pattern Making Measurement Chart
Every time I make a garment for myself, I get out the measuring tape to see how big I am around the waist, hips, etc. The numbers tend to get jotted down on scrap bits of newspaper with no notations … Read More...
Projects: Stamped Father’s Day Cards
Visit Stampendous’ website for several wonderful Father’s Day stamped card ideas.
-Heather
Looking for more Father’s day papers, stamps, and Embellishments? then check out these Father’s day designs on A Cherry On Top
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