Vickie Howell has a new book coming out! It’s called Craft Corps
and it focuses on conversations with some influential crafters. You can read more about it here.
In honor of the new book Vickie is having a giveaway … Read More...
Inspiration du Jour – Fun
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Las Vegas Here I Come – Glass Craft and Bead Expo
I’ve mentioned it more than once. A number of times actually…but I’m leaving for Las Vegas tomorrow and couldn’t be more excited. It’s the Glass Craft and Bead Expo! Besides the fact I’ve got a table in the bead … Read More...
Free pattern: Recycled Mooshy Belly Bunny
Holly from Beeper Bebe shares a free pattern on her blog, Chez Beeper Bebe, for making this Mooshy Belly Bunny from recycled knit fabric. The soft knit is a perfect pairing for this sweet little softie! Go to the free … Read More...
Tutorial: Make a custom zipper pull using freezer paper stencil
Sometimes all it takes is one fabulous detail to transform a plain garment into something special. Cheri from I Am Momma Hear Me Roar guest blogs at Seven-Thirty-Three with a tutorial showing how to make a custom zipper pull. She … Read More...
Sneak Peek: The Greeting Farm Stamps Spolight Kit
Visit The Greeting Farm stamps blog for a sneak peek at their brand new spotlight stamping and scrapbooking kit, featuring larger diecut rubber stamps perfect for scrapbooking as well as card making.
-Heather
Idea: Rice Krispie Treat Cupcakes
This blog has seen its fair share of Rice Krispie treat creations, including sushi, a wedding cake, even Totoro. And yet it never occurred to me to make cupcakes until I spotted THESE on i Bake Cupcakes… Read More...
Technique – Plying With Beads
In Spin Off’s new e-newsletter, there is an article on plying with beads. Interesting, not because I need another hobby, but it’s just something that never occured to me. Spin your yarn, thread some beads on one of the singles … Read More...
Fabric weaves demystified
Twill, basketweave, jacquard – do you know the difference between these different fabric weaves? Sew4Home does, and they give us the lowdown. Go to the article.
[photo from Sew4Home]
[tags]sewing, tutorial, fabric, weave, type, twill, basketweave, jacquard[/tags]
How to make boy and girl style ear flap beanies from t-shirts
Kristin of the blog Lu Bird Baby sent in this super cute tutorial on how to sew little beanies from a recycled t-shirt. I think I will be making these for myself and my friends! Thanks Kristin!
Looking for more … Read More...
Tutorial: Adding Some UMPF to felting with an Airbrush!
Wow! Who would have thunk it? The felting indie designers on the Internet who else! You will find a complete pictorial tutorial to follow this fun technique by Chrissy P. from Felted Chicken! I’m your average-everyday Felter living & working … Read More...
Tutorial: Child’s play toolbelt from a placemat
Molly from The Creative Maven shows how to make a child’s play toolbelt from a placemat. Not only does a placemat have edges that are already finished (no hemming!), but it’s also a sturdy material that can hold up to … Read More...
Tutorial: Make a ruffled headband
Kristin from Lu Bird Baby shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make this ruffled headband. Girls (big or little) who love ruffles will love this! Go to the tutorial.
[photo from Lu Bird Baby]
Looking … Read More...
Tutorial: “Murphy’s” layered ruffle skirt
Disney from Ruffles and Stuff shows how to make a layered ruffle skirt. What a pretty look for spring! Go to the tutorial.
[photo from Ruffles and Stuff]
[tags]sewing, tutorial, ruffle, skirt, layered, layer, murphy’s[/tags]
STITCHES THAT HEAL
http://stitch-story.blogspot.com/2010/03/stitches-that-heal.html
How about some ‘New Age” (actually ancient) healing?
http://www.artfire.com/modules.php?name=Shop&op=listing&product_id=934630
Here’s a nice brief story about another little item that has healing powers. It’s a crochet Fuzzy Whazzit. Take a minute to read this story to learn how you might … Read More...
Inspiration du Jour – Field Trip
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DIY: Double Java Lip Balms
The Natural Beauty Workshop posted a recipe for Double Java Lip Balms on their blog. I love coffee-flavored things, so this would definitely be one recipe I’d like to try my hand at.
Tutorial: Felt tools for little hands
Amy from Serving Pink Lemonade shows how to make felt versions of daddy’s tools. (Or mommy’s tools, really.) These soft tools won’t accidentally smash any fingers or dent any coffeetables. Go to the tutorial.
[photo from Serving Pink Lemonade… Read More...
Tutorial: Spring snake softies
Spring isn’t just about flowers and bunnies and baby chicks. At least not for little boys who also love bugs and snakes and crawly things. Sharon from Lovely Bud made these snake softies for her boys in celebration of spring. … Read More...
Tutorial: Sew a belted heating pad
Nicole from Nicole Mallalieu Design and You SEW, Girl! created this belted heating pad to help ease the pain of her injured back. The insert can be heated up in the microwave, and the belt keeps it right where it … Read More...