Belle Epoque shows how to make a tote bag using bias tape to trim the edges and make the straps. Go to the tutorial.
[photo from Belle Epoque]
[via Freebies for Crafters]
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Holiday idea: Quick and Cute Paper Ornament
Learn how to make this paper ornament from Moonsplash Designs. Click here to go to tutorial.
On sale: Pincushion pattern
Ooh la la, take a look at this stylish pin cushion, the Paris Bebe Eiffel Tower designed by Robin Mynatt for Paris Bebe. It’s on sale now at Pink Chalk Studios for 1/2 off $5.00 USD. Get the pattern here… Read More...
Freebie: Printable Christmas Papers
Download these free 12×12 Christmas papers from Alethiologie. The papers are available in pdf format and free for personal and small commercial use. Click here to go to download.
Tutorial: Add interlining to your sewn garments for extra warmth
CraftStylish shows how to add interlining when sewing a garment for an extra layer of warmth. Go to the tutorial.
[photo from CraftStylish]
[tags]sewing, tutorial, interlining, garments, warmth, layer, extra[/tags]
Crochet for Your Pets
Many of us have adored pets – dogs, cats, birds, etc. Many of us like to crochet for our own pets and for rescue centres such as the Humane Society. Small afghans are great for the dogs at the animal … Read More...
Free pattern: Felt owl ornament
Jessica from Juicy Bits shares a free pattern for this little felt owl ornament. Make a bunch of them for your Christmas tree, and Santa will say “Hoo! Hoo! Hoo!” this year. Or maybe he’ll ask, “Hooo’s been naughty and … Read More...
Amazing Paper Stars
Collecting the Moments…one by one has done a great interpretation of paper stars that she got from this post over at the Magic Onions. I am doing a lesson on stars this week, and this would be perfect to … Read More...
Tin Foil Stained Glass Ornaments
This project is a great one for allowing your child to experiment with color. Life as I See It has many other great Ornaments…check it out!
You will have to do the first part, unless you have an older child, … Read More...
Tutorial: Clothes hanger Christmas tree
Agy from Green Issues shows how to make a 2-D Christmas tree using stash fabric and three clothes hangers. This is a fun solution for a small apartment that has no room for a full tree, or perhaps to use … Read More...
Melted Snowman Ornament
This ornament is so cute, and you could even pair a science lesson when talking about physical change especially melting… Head on over to One Ordinary Day for the how-to.
Mad About Gingerbread Mad Men
CakeSpy has done it again. Check out her fab Mad Men gingerbread post HERE, including the recipe and decorating how-tos, at Serious Eats.
[tags]Mad Men, gingerbread[/tags]
Micro Mosaic – Saad Mikhaiel
His work is incredible. Micro mosaic is his specialty. His name is Saad Mikhaiel and I found him on Facebook through my friend Leigh Adam’s page. There’s Leigh again…she’s my glass goddess. Always introducing me to new glass. When I … Read More...
Project: Cards in a Tin
Looking for simple gifts to make for the holidays? Cards inside a tin make a wonderful gift for a teacher co-worker or a great stocking stuffer. Visit the Glue Dots website for instructions on how to make this cute tin … Read More...
Kiwi Tree
What better idea is there to encourage kids to eat their fruit than to merge it with Christmas? Find this kiwi Christmas tree and other kid-friendly goodies, like this eggy snowman, at Little Food Junction.
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A Curated Collection of Free Christmas Embroidery Patterns
If you’re looking for an exciting way to express your holiday cheer this year, why not give embroidery a try? Embroidery is a fun, creative way to decorate clothes, accessories, and decorations with festive holiday designs. Plus, there are plenty … Read More...
Winner of Felted Holy and Berry Wine Caddy Bag
I am pleased to announce that Carol Caldwell won the adorable Felted Holly and Berry Wine Caddy Bag. I used random.org to select the winner. I want to thank Cheryl of ceCreation for allowing us the privilege of hosting this … Read More...
14 will win Designs in Machine Embroidery
Here’s the latest fabulous Happy Holidays Giveaway from Sewforless.com:
… Read More...Most embroiderers are familiar with Eileen Roche … and Designs in Machine Embroidery magazine. If not – you had better start commenting because we are giving away THREE subscriptions to
Weekly giveaways from JMD Designs
Did you know that Janet Davies of JMD Designs has a special blog just for weekly giveaways? I’m serious. Each Sunday, there’s a new post and a new opportunity to win one or more of Janet’s lovely designs. The blog … Read More...
Free chart: Torah needlepoint
Reader Annette Berlin alerted us to a lovely Torah needlepoint design on Craftstew that is especially appropos as Hanukkah is being celebrated around the world. Craftstew says,
… Read More...What is a Torah? Imagine a bible, handwritten on cowskin parchment, and rolled