The checkerboard itself could be part of a larger checkerboard — which is sort of like life. –Jude Hill
Have you been watching the new series of videos by stitchery innovator and experimenter Jude Hill? Jude invites us to … Read More...
Free chart: Scrap-buster needlepoint
Cheryl Fall, needlepoint editor for About.com, shares this Wayward Winds pattern, which she says “can be stitched in any combination of colors in smaller quantities, making it a perfect scrap-basket project.” Go to Cheryl’s blog post to get … Read More...
Free pattern: Make a pair of pretty panties
Mademoiselle Chaos and Sister Infinity from ParaNoire share a free pattern on their blog for this lovely pair of panties. This pattern is the result of a collaboration with the talented Emily Kate.Use a silky fabric for a fancy … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Make a Mei Tai style baby sling
Slingin’ Baby shares a tutorial on her blog, Crafted by Mama, for making a Mei Tai style baby sling. This wrap around carrier allows you to keep baby snuggled close to your chest while having your hands free. Get the … Read More...
Basic Stamping Technique: Heat Embossing
If you are new to stamping you might hear the term ” heat embossing” thrown around alot and you might be curious what it’s all about. Well visit the Spotted Canary for a detailed step by step tutorial by Nicole … Read More...
Grow Easter Grass in Egg Carton
Here’s a great project to do before Easter Arrives…start now and you could see the results by Easter! Makes and Takes is the place to find this great project!
Giveaway! Nicky Epstein, Knitting a Kiss In Every Stitch.
This book was so much fun to look at. Chock full of simple, quick to knit, gift projects for everyone on your list. I know, you’ve heard that before, but seriously, Everyone! Scarves for your guy. Hats for your kids. … Read More...
How to recycle last year’s date book into a tool and supply journal
Eileen Hull over at the blog Thoughts From My Studio came up with this great way to take last year’s date book and turn it into a record of her markers and punches and things she already has so when … Read More...
New e-book: Ribbon & Fabric Flowers
Look at this delicious new e-book from cheeky magpie! She says it “features step by step instruction with concise photos and descriptions for making 5 ribbon and fabric flowers. This eBook also features instructions for making unique leaf styles and … Read More...
Learn, get freebies, and win at DMCThread’s Blog
DMCThread’s Blog winds up its four-part series on cross-stitch with two beautiful free patterns. And it starts a new series on needlepoint with an awesome giveaway. Go to the blog post to learn more, get the patterns, and see the … Read More...
Bazzill Assortments to Match BasicGrey Collections
Tutorial: Herringbone stitch
YouCanQuiltThis.com has posted a tutorial for herringbone stitch by Needle in a Haystack. Go see.
Blossoming Tissue Tree
How amazing is this simple craft? I just love the simplicity of it, but yet how elegant it is.
Perfect for decorating a wall for spring, or just having fun with a spring craft! Home of Craft shows you how … Read More...
Waxed Easter Eggs
Here is a new and unique idea I haven’t seen before for egg decorating. The Magic Onions shows you how to make Waxed Easter Eggs!
Paint Your Own Glasses!
Creative Jewish Mom came up with a great idea for painting wine glasses. I thought this idea would work well on plastic cups too! Great idea for teaching children about light affects color.
Parting of The Red Sea Craft
This craft is perfect for teaching your children about the story of the parting of the Red Sea. Click on Over to Creative Jewish Mom to see how it is done!
How to Fold a Origami Rabbit
Tutorial: Make your own printable fabric
Becky from Infarrantly Creative guest blogs over at The Idea Room with a tutorial showing how to make your own printable fabric. You can print any image on to the treated fabric using your inkjet printer. This is so cool! … Read More...
Free pattern: Sheep softie
This sheep softie by small dream factory is soooo cute!! And she shares the pattern and a tutorial so you can make one for yourself. Love it! Get the free pattern at small dream factory.
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Tutorial: Make a tie-dye t-shirt dress
Rachel from Holy Craft saw a cute dress for her daughter at the department store and realized she could make one herself. She took two t-shirts, tie-dyed one of them, and then patched them together to make one fabulous tie-dyed … Read More...