Racaire of Racaire’s Embroidery & Needlework shares a visit to Vienna’s Schatzkammer. You’ll love her abundant photos of 12th to 15th century embroidery. Gorgeous. How in the world did the artisans do this without modern tools? See the post… Read More...
Learn about Brussels lace
John Hopper of The Textile Blog gives us a quick, interesting rundown of the origins of Brussels lace. See the post.
Tutorial: Organizing floss
DMCThread’s Blog has been running a series of posts showing stitchers’ work spaces and sharing their tips for organization. The whole series is drool-worthy, but I especially like a tute by Vonna of The Twisted Stitcher. Her tip for … Read More...
In progress: Tea in Wonderland
The tea table is set at Susan Elliott‘s Plays with Needles. Think of this: The CQ block is 8 inches square. That means these teacups are about 1/4 inch tall! These tiny, delicate details make me swoon. See … Read More...
Tutorial: Beaded trees
Remember this award-winning CQ bag by Shawkl? Kathy is now sharing the secret of how she made her amazing beaded trees! She claims that it’s an easy technique. See the tute.
Giveaway: A future
Mollie Johanson of Wild Olive is having a giveaway to celebrate her 1000th blog post, and I know you’re going to want to get in on it. Mollie says,
… Read More...What’s the prize? A SEWING MACHINE!
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Review & giveaway: Pretty Little Pillows
Pretty Little Pillows
from Lark Books is a pretty little book that explores the creative possibilities that the pillow offers. The underlying structure of a pillow is pretty basic: two pieces of fabric with some stuffing in between. And yet … Read More...
Tutorial: Bullion buttonhole stitch
This week’s TAST challenge on SharonB‘s Pin Tangle blog is bullion buttonhole stitch. Oh, the possibilities! See the tute.
Candy-Inspired Wedding Cakes
Found via Dog N’ Bird, check out this beautiful collection of candy-inspired wedding cakes at Postcards and Pretties, such as the button candy cake and the rock candy homage (find more information on how to order these cakes … Read More...
Bride and Groom Oreos
Learn how to make these bride and groom Oreos with a step-by-step photo tutorial HERE at macaroni & glitter.
[tags]cookies, bride, groom, Oreos[/tags]
Stitches From The Heart
Stitches from the Heart is a non-profit organization that sends handmade clothing, blankets, and love to premature babies all across the nation. We also have a senior program that helps seniors help others by donating yarn and supplies.
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Tutorial: Give an old shirt new life as an awesome bag
The smallest design elements are often the inspiration for larger projects. Such is the case with this awesome toiletry bag created by Pascale of //Between the Lines///. She was inspired by the cuffs on a old shirt that were … Read More...
New Digital Templates from BasicGrey
BasicGrey Digi introduces Digital Page Templates! Priced at only $1 per template you’re sure to find one you love. Click here to purchase.
Tutorial: Make a cool top from a scarf and a t-shirt
Little Treasures combined a vintage scarf and a t-shirt to make this Scarftee. I love this idea!! The loose scarf gathered to a fitted t-shirt under the bust creates a flattering silhouette. If you want to make one of these … Read More...
Tutorial: Make a tomato pincushion
Why do tomatoes make such a satisfying place to stick our sewing pins? I don’t know, but I do know that the tomato pincushion is a classic. Claire from Blah to TADA! shows how to make your own tomato pincushion. … Read More...
Tutorial: Train Cake Topper
Learn how to make this darling train cake topper from gum paste with a step-by-step photo tutorial HERE at CakeJournal.
[tags]train, gum paste, cake decorating, cake topper[/tags]
Giveaway: Stampendous Package
Stampendous is holding a giveaway on their Facebook Page. Simply post a comment or a card made with their products on their wall by May 26th to enter. Click here to go to giveaway.
Inspiration and Sale: Repeat Impressions Stamps
Repeat Impressions stamps has a new feature on their blog called Stamp of the Week. Here’s what they have to say about it:
“Join us on the Repeat Impressions blog, The House That Stamps Built, every Monday when we showcase … Read More...
Technique: Shading with MistyFuse
Cheryl from Fiber Arts and Quilting blog shares how she used MistyFuse to make an art quilt. Go to post.
[tags]technique, art quilts, shading with fusible[/tags]
Giveaway: American Crafts Letterbox Collection
Jill at A Matter of Memories is giving away the Letterbox Collection from American Crafts.
This AC Letterbox sampler includes:
10 sheets of patterned paper
2 packages of Thickers alphabets
1 package of Minimarks rubons
1 package of Elements buttons… Read More...