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To the Glass Bead Makers…What’s your favorite type of glass?
I’ll ask this of the fusers and stained glass folks and the mosaic enthusiasts as well as the blowers this question soon, but tonight’s question goes to those that make beads. The most popular glass used is COE 104, Moretti/Effetre … Read More...
Pot of Gold Cupcakes
I love the sophistication of these pot o’ gold cupakes for St. Patrick’s Day—the beautiful rainbow ribbon of frosting with a single gold coin. Yet they are made so simply from yellow cake mix dipped in chocolate! Find tips on … Read More...
Tutorial: Make boys’ boxer briefs from old t-shirts
Nancy’s Couture shows how to make a pair of boys’ boxer briefs out of two old t-shirts. Brilliant! Go to the tutorial.
[photo from Nancy’s Couture]
[via Fireflies & Jellybeans]
[tags]sewing, tutorial
Tutorial: “Pebbles” scalloped twirly skirt with peek-a-boo tulle
Amy from Positively Splendid shows how to make a “Pebbles” skirt – named so because the scalloped edge and tulle are reminiscent of the outfit worn by the character of the same name on The Flintstones. What a fabulous skirt!!! … Read More...
Free pattern: Little lamb pillows
The Purl Bee has a free pattern and tutorial for making these sweet little lamb pillows. These little guys make me think of Easter, but there’s really no reason you couldn’t display them all year. Go to the free pattern … Read More...
New Product: Pop Off Cap Glue Stick
Do you sometimes wish you hand more than two hands while crafting? Well here’s a fun new tool to make your crafting life easier, it’s a glue stick with a pop off cap, simply squeeze the bottom and cap will … Read More...
Celebrate Pi Day
Math lovers unite! Today is Pi Day.
- A Pi Pie to an impressive decimal place at Chow.
- Pi Day cupcakes at Big Red Kitchen.
- Find a roundup of great pies at Slashfood.
- Find tips on how
Fiddlesticks Flair Vest
I really like this vest, it would be pretty layered over jeans, just the ticket for weather that likes to change on it’s own whim. Maybe it’s just that it’s green, I don’t know, but it sure is pretty. Actually … Read More...
Tutorial: Graffiti van pillows or appliques
Jennifer Perkins shares a tutorial at I Love To Create for making these graffiti’d van pillows. Don’t need a stuffed graffiti’d van? Make an applique instead! Go to the tutorial.
[photo from I Love To Create]
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Free cross-stitch from Mollie
Mollie Johanson of Wild Olive has been making a name for herself with adorable little hand-embroidery patterns (not to mention some fantastic blogging). Now she’s trying her hand at some cross-stitch charts. She’d love to have your feedback on her … Read More...
Try this sequin-flower border
Oh, SharonB, you make me sigh with envy. What an endlessly creative brain this woman has. Check this CQ seam treatment, for example. Outlining the pattern in the black lace with metallic stem stitch was inspired. And the little … Read More...
Free cross-stitch chart
A freebie from The Chart Shop at Cross-stitching.com:
… Read More...This cute little dog is offering you a flower as a gift – maybe he’s trying to say thank you for something! He’ll make a really thoughtful card for someone special.
Nicki Lee: New CQ shop and a giveaway
If you love Nicki Lee‘s hand-dyed laces as much as I do (and you know you do!), this news is going to rock you: Nicki has opened an Etsy shop where you can buy her laces and other lovely … Read More...
Free Sewing Pattern Tutorial: Throw pillow covers with ruffled trim
Whimsy Couture shares a tutorial on their blog for making a throw pillow covers with ruffled trim around the edges. Make a couple for your couch, or to dress up your bedding ensemble. Go to the tutorial.
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Free Sewing Pattern Tutorial: Raise a neckline with a simple gather
Cara from Bigger Bolder Happier and DI Denizen shows how she raised the neckline of a top using a simple gathering stitch. The result is a pretty neckline with less “exposure”. Go to the tutorial.
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Project: Paper Easter Basket
Visit Splitcoast Stampers where Makeesha Byl will share with you her step by step tutorial and video on how to make this adorable little paper Easter basket! These would be perfect filled with tiny treats for school friends, co-workers, neighbors, … Read More...
Tutorial: Add ruffled trim with no raw edges
Head over to …the world more beautiful to find out how to add ruffled trim to the edge of a garment with no raw edges. The raw edges are encased within the bottom seam for a clean finish. Get the how-to… Read More...
Take a Glass Cruise…with the Corning Museum
The Corning Museum has paired up with Celebrity Cruises to take you out on a glass cruise if you’re game. It’s the Hot Glass Show and if you like going on cruises and the idea of watching glass blowing this … Read More...
Wool Flower Boa Scarf and Dolly Donations Patterns
I received a link suggestion and there were two different URLs and think both are worth our attention. The first one is for a lovely wool flower boa scarf pattern courtesy of Marcus Brothers a wonderful fabric supplier. The other … Read More...