This Fearless Knitting Workbook
, The Step-by-Step guide to Knitting Confidence by Jennifer E. Seiffert will truly make you a fearless knitter. She starts with the basics such as tools, gauge and how to get it, how to adjust when … Read More...
Picnic Time!
miniature picnic basket
Originally uploaded by coltpixy
It’s finally warmed up enough in my corner of the world that a picnic sounds appealing. This cute little basket is a 1:12 dollhouse scale from ColtPixy. Click on the photo to check … Read More...
Free chart: Plastic Canvas napkin rings
The pattern and instructions for these plastic-canvas napkin rings are free from FreePatterns.com. I know they look a bit “traditional PC” in this image, which may be pleasing to some stitchers. But if you’d like something a bit edgier, you … Read More...
Tutorial: Easier cutting for felt applique
Robin of Needlepoint Study Hall shows us how to use Glad Press ‘n’ Seal wrap to hold a paper pattern in place while you cut out a piece of felt, which she says makes it fun and easy to add … Read More...
Free stash-buster project from Janet
Here’s another rockin stash-buster project from Janet Perry of Nuts About Needlepoint. She says,
… Read More...Brimming with Scotch Stitch diamonds in two sizes, the Scrap Bag Needlepoint pattern is a good one for medium and large projects. Two colors appear
Tutorial: Needlepad with picot trim
Janet M. Davies of JMD Designs has posted a tutorial for this beautiful needlepad, including a stitch tute for the buttonhole stitch with picots that she used around the edge. So pretty! See the tutorial.
The Needlework Show is open!
Here’s a heads-up from Cindy Ward of The Needlework Show:
… Read More...The Needlework Show is currently open…
The General Viewing pages will close on Sunday at midnight, so if you’re wanting to browse the show and place orders with your
Sewing Tutorial: Strawberry drawstring bag with a tote bag inside
LiEr from ikat bag shares a tutorial for a unique spare carry-all bag. At first glance, it’s a super cute little drawstring bag made to look like a strawberry. When you open the bag and unfold it, you’ll find that’s … Read More...
Tutorial: DIY printed twill tape
Susan from Crafterhours shows how you can make your own custom printed twill tape. All you need is some cardstock and an inkjet printer! Go to the tutorial.
[photo from Crafterhours]
[tags]sewing, tutorial, printed, custom, twill, tape, inkjet[/tags]
A LOVELY PATTERN FOR YOU THANKS TO DONNA
http://donnascrochetdesigns.com/blue-christening-gown-pattern-w-bonnet-bib-shoes.html
This pattern looks very adaptable to me. Remove some of the frills and you have a christening gown for a boy. Shorten it and you have a pretty dress. Thanks to Donna for sharing this free pattern with us.
Skin Detox – 7 Steps to Radiant Skin
Dry winter weather always does a number on skin. If you’re looking to jump start & rejuvenate your skin for spring & summer, check out these 7 Steps to Radiant Skin. Author Om Paramapoonya lists 7 ways to detox … Read More...
Free pattern: Baby booties with nonskid bottoms
Dorothy from Come What May, and Loving It shares a free pattern and tutorial for making these baby booties with nonskid bottoms. Elastic around the ankles keep them snug and secure around baby’s foot. These would be soo cute out … Read More...
Bullseye Glass – Santa Fe…classes available!
Bullseye Resource Center that’s opening in Santa Fe, NM in June is starting class registration. Check out what’s available here. There’s a fine variety of demonstrations and classes as well as studio time that can be rented by those … Read More...
Free pattern: Love in the Afternoon dress from Twinkle Sews
You can find a free pattern for the Love in the Afternoon dress over at CraftStylish. It’s offered as an excerpt from the book Twinkle Sews by Wenlan Chia. Go to the free pattern.
[photo from CraftStylish]
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Tutorial: Peeking Bag pouch with window
Susan from Crafterhours guestblogs over at EverythingEtsy.com with a tutorial showing how to make this Peeking Bag, so named because of the big vinyl window on the front that gives a peek at the bag’s contents. Go to the tutorial… Read More...
New Release: House Mouse Stamps
The adorable new House Mouse stamps for April and May have just been released, see them here on their website.
-Heather
Tutorial on how to felt a simple flower
I found this tutorial on Daily Felt and love the look of the delicate flowers. The flowers are shown on the lovely scarf pictured. There is a tutorial for you to achieve this look and the colors used are up … Read More...
How to Make Candied Carrot Curls
What a gorgeous alternative to topping carrot cake than the standard piped carrot: candied carrot curls. Find the how-tos for making them HERE at Cupcake Project. And find the recipe for carrot cupcakes with cardamom cream cheese frosting HERE… Read More...
Plantable Paper for Earth Day
This craft is great to do for Spring and Earth Day. I just love how pretty the pressed flowers are in the paper don’t you? Check out Alpha Mom to get the full scoop on how to make these yourself!… Read More...
Tutorial: Free as a Bird long skinny envelope pillow
Sew4Home finishes up their series of Earth Day inspired throw pillows with a tutorial showing how to make their Free as a Bird pillow. This is a long skinny envelope style pillow with button closures on the front. Go to … Read More...