Elizabeth Abernathy created this stunning refashioned tunic from a Punjabi top and a silk sweater. I love the muted tones and the mix of textures! If this inspires you to make one, too, then check out her tutorial showing how … Read More...
Tutorial: Punjabi + sweater = stylish tunic
Elizabeth from Absinthe and Orange created this stunning refashioned tunic from a Punjabi top and a silk sweater. I love the muted tones and the mix of textures! If this inspires you to make one, too, then check out her tutorial showing…
Keep Calm and Sew Stuff at Urban Threads
I now have about 3 ‘keep calm’ things in my house and that doesn’t include one of the original type posters that say Keep Calm and Carry On.
I want this “Keep Calm and Sew Stuff” patch from Urban Threads… Read More...
Keep Calm and Sew Stuff at Urban Threads
I now have about 3 ‘keep calm’ things in my house and that doesn’t include one of the original type posters that say Keep Calm and Carry On.
I want this “Keep Calm and Sew Stuff” patch from Urban Threads but I’m…
Magazine: Holiday Cards
image by Paper Crafts
The new magazine Holiday Cards by Papercrafts is on news stands now, it’s got over 100 holiday cards and over 200 quick projects and gift ideas!
-Heather
How to embroider on a softy
Mary Corbet of Needle ‘n’ Thread blog offers some great tips for embroidering on a softy. This approach would work as perfectly on a stuffed Christmas ornament as it does on a felt Easter egg. I’m definitely trying this. Get … Read More...
How to embroider on a softy
Mary Corbet of Needle ‘n’ Thread blog offers some great tips for embroidering on a softy. This approach would work as perfectly on a stuffed Christmas ornament as it does on a felt Easter egg. I’m definitely trying this. Get the details.
Free pattern: Good news
On this day of remembrance, enjoy this chart of the words of a girl who hoped and believed in humanity, even amid the horrors of World War II. The chart is free for your personal use from Tanya, The … Read More...
Free pattern: Good news
On this day of remembrance, enjoy this chart of the words of a girl who hoped and believed in humanity, even amid the horrors of World War II. The chart is free for your personal use from Tanya, The Sampler…
Penny-rug joy
Tracey of giggleface studios blog is trying her hand at Little Peeps Penny Rug by Wooden Spool Designs. The hard-boiled eggs around the border made me laugh out loud. Adorable. See the post. Or buy the pattern for US $4.00.
Free pattern: Tatted edging
Crazy Mom Tats is sharing the pattern for this delicate edging. It’s perfect for dressing up this t-shirt, but it would work well in many other applications, too. Get the pattern.
Inspiration: Sylvia K
Oh, my goodness. Look at this bitty aquarium stitched by Sylvia K of Sylvia blog. The blog text is German, so you may need to use a screen translator. But, really, the photos speak for themselves. Doesn’t this make you want to…
Making your own Rosewater
5 Orange Potatoes has another lovely tutorial to share on making your own rosewater. This method takes a bit longer than other methods, but is very simple and doesn’t involve any cooking. Rosewater
is fantastic and has many uses, including … Read More...
Making rosewater
5 Orange Potatoes has another lovely tutorial to share on making your own rosewater. This method takes a bit longer than other methods, but is very simple and doesn’t involve any cooking. Rosewater is fantastic and has many uses, including…
Free chart: Quaker cat
Remy of Embroiderbee shares a chart that would make ideal Halloween stitchery. She says,
Here is a freebie which started as an Ackworth Motif from Needleprint’s Infinity Charts. I used DMC 315, 742, and 604, but any three colors of your choice will…
Free pattern: Apple tree applique
Kimara of Wee Folk Art is sharing her pattern for this timely and tempting Apple Tree Applique Block. She also shares some tips about how to adapt her patterns for other uses. See the post and get the pattern.
Free pattern: Apple tree applique
Kimara of Wee Folk Art is sharing her pattern for this timely and tempting Apple Tree Applique Block. She also shares some tips about how to adapt her patterns for other uses. See the post and get the pattern.
Free chart: Welcome
Stitch a beautiful welcome with this chart from FreePatterns.com. Get the chart.
Free chart: Welcome
Stitch a beautiful welcome with this chart from FreePatterns.com. Get the chart.
How to turn an old book into a secret hiding place box
Over at The Artful Crafter Blog there is a two part tutorial on how to turn an old book into a secret hiding place box. Click here for the first part and here for the second part.
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