Have you been following the spectacular work produced for the past two years’ Bead Journal Projects and daydreaming about participating? Well, the time has come to join in the fun. Registration begins October 15 for the new Bead Journal Project that starts…
Free pattern: Tatted necklace
Heather Johnston (The Tarnished Tatter) is sharing her original pattern for this dainty necklace. Wouldn’t this piece be lovely on a bride! Get the pattern.
Cute felt owl rings!
I just saw these handmade felt owl rings on flickr and had to post about them. They are adorable.
They are created by joeyjo666 on Etsy. If you are an owl lover these are surely a must have.
Her Etsy profile says…
The best embroidered tree ever
When I found this image on the blog of JO in NZ, I screamed a little. Yes. It is a Christmas tree made up of bullion knots!! The ornaments on the tree are Swarovski crystals. Brilliant! Literally. And so … Read More...
The best embroidered tree ever
When I found this image on the blog of JO in NZ, I screamed a little. Yes. It is a Christmas tree made up of bullion knots!! The ornaments on the tree are Swarovski crystals. Brilliant! Literally. And so gorgeous. See…
New from HEN: Embroidery patterns
A post on the blog of the Hand Embroidery Network says,
… Read More...We would like to announce the launch of our new hand embroidery patterns to be sold via our new HEN Etsy Shop. Our pattern designs are hand drawn and
New from HEN: Embroidery patterns
A post on the blog of the Hand Embroidery Network says,
We would like to announce the launch of our new hand embroidery patterns to be sold via our new HEN Etsy Shop. Our pattern designs are hand drawn and illustrated…
Giveaway: A Workbox from the Original Scrapbox
Splitcoast Stampers is having an absolutely amazing giveaway! They are giving away this wonderful Workbox from The Original Scrapbox, you have until Oct. 9th to tell them why you *need* to win this. You must go here to enter the contest … Read More...
Giveaway: A Workbox from the Original Scrapbox
image by Splitcoast Stampers
Splitcoast Stampers is having an absolutely amazing giveaway! They are giving away this wonderful Workbox from The Original Scrapbox, you have until Oct. 9th to tell them why you *need* to win this. You must go here to enter…
Free Christmas and Halloween embroidery patterns
Looking for more Christmas Embroidery Patterns? Check these out on Etsy
We’ve chosen the best Christmas hand-embroidery patterns for you to attempt this week! We offer something for everyone, whether you’re a novice or a seasoned veteran. Our free Christmas … Read More...
Free embroidery patterns
(1) Christmas cross-stitch from Les grilles de Liselotte.
(2) Rosace bleue from Cachounette.
(3) Flower wheel from Connie G. Barwick of About.com.
(4) Little Owl Bookmark from Happy Threads.
(5) Joyeux Noel from Val’ en croix.
(6) Halloween bookmark from Happy Threads.
(7) Amitie from Bien le Bonjour aux Brodeuses.
(8)…
Inspiration: Astulabee
Sometimes astulabee’s work makes me so happy that my eyes tear up. Like today. See more photos of this little guy on the astulabee blog.
Tutorial: Goldwork/couching
Be sure to stop by Ruth O’Leary’s blog to check out her progress on the St. Cuthbert’s Banner project. In her most recent post, she lets us look over her shoulder as she outlines the cross motif with goldwork, teaching us…
Fabric Mod Podge makes transforming a t-shirt easy peasy
I didn’t know about the fact that there was Fabric Mod Podg
e but thanks to the super fun blog Mod Podge Rocks I do now and so do you. In this post there are great directions for transforming a … Read More...
Fabric Mod Podge makes transforming a t-shirt easy peasy
I didn’t know about the fact that there was Fabric Mod Podge but thanks to the super fun blog Mod Podge Rocks I do now and so do you. In this post there are great directions for transforming a t-shirt. It…
10 Metal Clay Projects: eBook
Interview is selling an ebook, 10 Metal Clay Jewelry Projects
by Lapidary Journal Jewelry Artist, You can buy it and download it from here.
This ebook is part of their “Best of” series and includes 10 projects by different designers … Read More...
10 Metal Clay Projects: eBook
Interview is selling an ebook, 10 Metal Clay Jewelry Projects by Lapidary Journal Jewelry Artist, You can buy it and download it from here.
This ebook is part of their “Best of” series and includes 10 projects by different designers aimed at…
Altered Shoes
I’ve been seeing altered shoes around recently including from a woman here in Oakland who does not have a web site apparently. How can that be? websites are pretty much free at this point.
Hippy of Doom on Etsy has some…
New colors for fall, felting yarns at Knit Picks and Hat design
Knit picks have all the felting yarns you would ever wish for. I have used them for felting for years and everything turns out wonderfully. The hat pictured was designed and knitted by me using their Wool of the Andes … Read More...
New colors for fall, felting yarns at Knit Picks and Hat design
Knit picks have all the felting yarns you would ever wish for. I have used them for felting for years and everything turns out wonderfully. The hat pictured was designed and knitted by me using their Wool…