Little babies will put just about anything into their mouths, which means that anything that is around baby for any length of time stands a good chance of getting slobbered. Kristin from Lu Bird Baby created these strap covers to … Read More...
Tutorial: Make a reusable market bag
Susan from Living with Punks shows how to make this reusable market bag. The finishing on this bag looks professional, with edge stitching and crisp side seams. A fabric-covered piece of cardboard provides support for the bottom. Go to the … Read More...
Tutorial: Make a ruffled halter dress for little girls
Nicole at Create and Delegate shares a tutorial for her Playground Dress for little girls. This ruffled halter dress can be made from two adult t-shirts. Go to the tutorial.
[photo from Create and Delegate]
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Last Day to Vote
Now is the time to cast your vote for the winners of this year’s Bead Star competition.
Click here and read all about how to vote, but remember – do it now as today is the last day to vote.
Tips on Micro Torches
If you are thinking about buying a micro torch, you might want to check out this recent chat with Kristal Wick and Denise Peck of Jewelry Making Daily and Beadmaking Daily.
It should answer a lot of your questions about … Read More...
Project: Inked and Stamped Metal Art
Visit the Cloth Paper Scissors blog for instructions from Jenn Mason how to make this cool metal wall hanging using Adirondack Inks and metal stamps. Add a photo and it’s a perfect gift for Father’s Day! Click here for instructions.… Read More...
Ladybug Treat Roundup
When I came across this Ladybug Treat Roundup, I couldn’t help but feel inspired. It’s not just about creating adorable snacks, but about tapping into the magic of ladybugs … Read More...
Girly Girl Blanket!
Does your girl love pink? If so, this is the blanket for her. (Yes, I realize it can be knit in any color….), but it looks just so cute in bright NEON PINK!!
See? isn’t it cool? Free pattern courtesy … Read More...
Pea Pod Baby Shower Cookies
Learn how to make these cute baby-in-a-pea pod cookies HERE at Brown Eyed Baker.Step-by-step instructions and photographs included!
[tags]pea pod, baby, shower, cookie decorating[/tags]
So You Want To Design Your Own Sweater?
Knitpicks can help! They’ve got a whole blog post dedicated to “Who Wants To Knit A Sweater” to guide you along. Complete with videos! You can’t go wrong with videos….
Embellishing with Needle Felting
Kathleen Cubley of Knitting Daily tells us that her local fabric shop sells some fabulous felt squares, and she has wanted to make something with them for a long time. She thought it would be fun to turn these squares … Read More...
Recycle aprons into curtains
This is such an adorable idea and great for those of you “no sewers” out there. Grab yourself a couple of aprons and pop them on up over a window for an instant window treatment. Just perfect for a kitchen … Read More...
Miniature Briefcase for Father’s Day
Seven year old polymer clay artist made this cute little briefcase for her dad for Father’s day. It’s even stuffed with miniature money!
Click here to see more pictures at the Garie’s Creations website.
[tags]father’s day, polymer clay, briefcase, miniatures, … Read More...
Tutorial: DIY Frilly Summer Dress from a long skirt
Thera Joyce from Crafty Pirate shows how to take a long, gathered skirt and turn it into a short, frilly summer dress. Some ribbon (for straps), some lace (for trim at the bottom), some elastic, and a few seams is … Read More...
Embroider your own Fendi bag
Fendi — the totally upscale bag designer — is offering a DIY kit. Net-a-Porter.com says,
… Read More...Master the art of self-expression with Fendi’s wonderfully innovative take on their iconic Baguette. This DIY embroidery kit and sheer natural woven raffia shoulder bag
Pretty Hat!
A hat? In summer? Seriously? Yeah, because not last night, but the night before it frosted up here. Yes, frost! Tomatoes and peppers that weren’t covered – toast! So, yes, a hat in the summer.
This pattern, graciously furnished by … Read More...
Get a guest spot on Needle ‘n’ Thread
Mary Corbet of Needle ‘n’ Thread blog is seeking guest bloggers. She says,
… Read More...If you stitch, if you write about needlework or textiles on a blog, if you have a hand-made enterprise for needlework-related goods (like an Etsy or Artfire
Tat Days are coming soon
The Palmetto Tatters (“Our mission is to promote the craft of tatting and spread it like kudzu across the South!”) are once again sponsoring Tat Days, a rolicking weekend of learning, playing, and most of all tatting, which will take … Read More...
DMC gives us half-cross-stitch
DMCThread’s Blog is touting the wonders of half-cross-stitch and the thrill of using needlepoint charts for counted embroidery. Don’t you just love it when our stitchy passions cross-pollinate! Get details from the DMC post. And check back for a … Read More...
feeling stitchy announces the rainbow winners
The winners have been chosen in the feeling stitchy Rainbow of Stitches challenge. The names of the winning artists and photos of their works are being posted two per day until all ten are announced, so check the feeling stitchy … Read More...