Apparantly it’s pretty easy to do this. Apparantly dyeing yarn is easy no matter what label you give it, something I’ve only dabbled with. It’s a time thing. Other things take priority, like breathing, and knitting. But if you ever … Read More...
Lots and lots of great recycling ideas
I am afraid I don’t know the name of this site because it is in another language but there are a whole bunch of great recycling crafts and stuff for around the house and more like these ideas to use … Read More...
What Happens In Vegas Sock KAL!
Attention all Sock-a-Holics! Hop over to Ravelry and join in on this newest Sock KAL. Hosted by the Knitters Brewing Company. There’s no purchase necessary, but if you decide to buy the suggestion materials, 1.00 from the sale of each … Read More...
It’s Everything Beads!
Knitting with beads! You know you love it. What? You’ve never tried it? Not as hard as it sounds, and it sure does spice up your projects. And there are SO MANY beads to choose from. You’ll be hooked!
Why … Read More...
Tutorial: Scarf Using Lana Grossa’s Gnocchi Yarn
From Jimmy Beans Wool and also, Lana Grossa, we have this video showing how to cast on and knit with this unusual yarn. 
The yarn comes in many colors, which you can see here: http://www.jimmybeanswool.com/knitting/yarn/LanaGrossa/Gnocchi.asp?gclid=CMjXg93Q0aACFcvV5wodxXCyzw
and the video (as well … Read More...
Just a Reminder…Glass Craft in Las Vegas in Less than 3 Weeks!
Glass Craft and Bead Expo is less than three weeks away! Are you going? There will be glass manufacturers and tool makers and equipment resellers…so exciting for the glass folk. And in the middle of it will be the Bead … Read More...
Tutorial: Make a cover for your ironing board
Kimberlee from Pondered In My Heart shows how to make a new cover for your ironing board. Go to the tutorial.
[photo from Pondering My Heart]
[via Handmade Matters]
[tags]sewing, tutorial, DIY, cover, ironing board, iron[/tags]
Project and Freebie: Stamped Paper Easter Basket
Visit the Whimsie Doodles blog for instructions on how to make this adorable paper Easter basket. While you’re there be sure to also sign up for their newsletter and receive a cute teddy bear digital stamp for free.
Looking for … Read More...
Tutorial: Photo Booth Strip
Paula Gilarde shows you how to create a strip of photo booth type photos to use on your pages. Click here to go to tutorial
Tutorial: Daring Graffiti Backgrounds
Nicole Maki of Gauche Alchemy shares a tutorial for creating graffiti style backgrounds for scrapbooking and paper crafts. Click here to go to tutorial.
Inspiration du Jour – Tall Enough
Get more inspiration from her gallery and blog
Free template: Pressing guides for a perfect turned edge
I’ve gotten pretty good at eyeballing a 1/4-inch or 1/2-inch folded edge, but when I want to be more precise I find myself pulling out a seam gauge and constantly checking the depth of the fold.
Until now.
Because The … Read More...
Sewing Pattern: Add pockets to a pair of shorts
Would your favorite pair of shorts (or pants) be made that much more favorite if they only had pockets? Katie from Notes from a very red kitchen shows how you can add them in. Genius! Go to the tutorial.… Read More...
Mondrian Pound Cake
When art and food collide…. Learn how to make this Mondrian pound cake HERE (and learn about Mondrian as well) at Feasting on Art.
[tags]Mondrian, art, pound cake[/tags]
Did you know that pound cake is a type of cake … Read More...
Book Review – Toe Up Socks For Every Body
Toe-Up Socks For Every Body by Wendy D Johnson
ISBN: 978-0-307-46385-2 RRP $22.99
I have never really imagined sitting and knitting my own socks but after reading this book I am inspired to pick up some needles and get started. … Read More...
Sewing Pattern: Shirred summer sundress for toddlers
Prudent Baby shares a tutorial for making a shirred summer sundress for toddlers. Make one from a lightweight cotton for easy (and comfortable) summer wear. Go to the tutorial.
[photo from Prudent Baby]
[tags]sewing, tutorial, shirred, summer, sundress, dress, … Read More...
DIY Cupcake Stands
I. Love. This. Cupcake. Stand. And not just because it involves Anthropologie knobs, though it does. But because it’s gorgeous, DIY, looks relatively easy to make, and the plates are interchangeable. Yes. The plates are interchangeable. I love it. Find … Read More...
New Release and Sale: Treehouse Digital Stamps
Treehouse stamps has some cute new digital stamp images, including sea creatures like turtles, crabs and whales, forest friends and funny aliens, all are on sale for a limited time too so hurry and click here to check them out.… Read More...
Eco-Friendly Spring Decorations
This eco-friendly egg carton craft is perfect for brightening up your living space for Spring! Eco.Logical.Mom shows you how its done.
Easter Egg Animals
This is a great craft for the little ones! Turn Plastic Easter Eggs into Animals. Adorable! Jolly Mom shows you how.
