Grace Violet shows how to make this striking ruffle pillow. It’s a simple square pillow with one large ruffle down the middle. Go to the tutorial.
[photo from Grace Violet]
Glass Art Society
I have glass dreams. Not just those while I sleep but many more while I’m awake. Stoking my dreams is one of my part time jobs and this blog assists me in this task. I search for information…anything about glass! … Read More...
Glass Art Society
Tom Philabaum
I have glass dreams. Not just those while I sleep but many more while I’m awake. Stoking my dreams is one of my part time jobs and this blog assists me in this task. I search for information…anything about…
Mooncake Roundup
Mooncakes are traditional Chinese pastries eaten during the Mid-Autumn Festival (learn more HERE). Here is merely a tiny sampling of mooncake goodies on the web:
Visit sparklette.net for a gorgeous collection of mooncakes available on the web HERE… Read More...
Mooncake Roundup
Mooncakes are traditional Chinese pastries eaten during the Mid-Autumn Festival (learn more HERE). Here is merely a tiny sampling of mooncake goodies on the web:
Visit sparklette.net for a gorgeous collection of mooncakes available on the web HERE.
Find a recipe for Thousand…
DIY kid Halloween Costumes
How adorable is this little kid in a lion costume? I think people go a bit overboard on kids Halloween costumes sometimes so I am in love with these DIY costume kits from DIYcostumes.etsy.com. She makes kits that help … Read More...
DIY kid Halloween Costumes
How adorable is this little kid in a lion costume? I think people go a bit overboard on kids Halloween costumes sometimes so I am in love with these DIY costume kits from DIYcostumes.etsy.com. She makes kits that help you…
Tatting tip: Use floss threaders
Crazy Mom Tats explains how to use one of her favorite craft tools (and mine!) to simplify the “Magic Thread Trick.” Get some floss threaders from the dental-supply section of your discount store and try it for yourself. See the post.
Free chart: Fall sampler
Embroiderbee created this wonderful fall sampler, and she’s sharing the chart free for your personal use. Every time I look at the squirrels, I have to dance in my chair! Get the chart.
Where the Wild Things Are-Day 2
Wondersome Storytime is a great resource for activities that correlate with picture books. She has given a few suggestions for storytime fun with the younger set (toddler age). One of the ideas is to have a “Wild Rumpus” just like Max…
Giveaway from Checkout Girl
Beloved Melissa Crowe of Checkout Girl fame has decided to give away her first wool-felt-applique project. And what a precious project it is! You know you want this adorable little girlie pillow. Go to Melissa’s blog to enter before 11:59 p.m. September 16.
Where the Wild Things Are Week
Where the Wild Things Are
by Marcus Sendak is one of my son’s favorite books. Last year we even dressed him up as Max for Halloween! The movie based on the picture book is coming out soon, so … Read More...
Where the Wild Things Are Week
Where the Wild Things Are by Marcus Sendak is one of my son’s favorite books. Last year we even dressed him up as Max for Halloween! The movie based on the picture book is coming out soon, so the internet…
Tutorial: Wristwatch pincushion
moseph of Instructables shows us how to use a bit of felt applique and a touch of embroidery to create this wristwatch pincushion. See the tute.
Free chart: Christmas elf
Heidi of All My Scattering Moments is sharing her original chart for this sweet Christmas-themed cross-stitchery. Get the chart.
Looking for more Christmas Embroidery Patterns? Check these out on Etsy
Free chart: Christmas elf
Heidi of All My Scattering Moments is sharing her original chart for this sweet Christmas-themed cross-stitchery. Get the chart.
Amateur fiber artists contest!
SOUTHEASTERN ANIMAL FIBER FAIR is the Sponsor for the 2009 Skein and Garment Competition is World in a Spin. Share your love of the fiber arts, get recognition for your work, and receive valuable feedback by entering the SAFF Skein and…
Tutorial: Crimping and loops
Here is an excellent tutorial on crimping which was featured on Ornamentea. If they have a great archived section of tutorials and how tos as well. If you follow this link you will with the above tutorial as well as excellent…
NEW: Among the Gum Trees
Nine Australian needlework designers have banded together to form Gum Tree Designers. Their new joint blog promises a free Christmas design each Monday in October and November; a free design each month; and lots of news about pattern launches, giveaways and…
Blog Inspiration and New Release: My Favorite Things
My Favorite Things has released several great new clear stamp sets. I love the adorable “Too Cute Too Spook” set shown below, the adorable card is made by Christina Fisher, I love how she used non-traditional pink. Visit her … Read More...