My friend Jennifer found this great bead maker on etsy and thought I should write about her. When I saw her work I agreed. Stephanie Ann has a love for the beach and it shows in her work. Starfish figure prominently…
Just buy selvages
If you want to add selvages to your stash you can buy them at the Fabric Square Too Hip to be Square! online shop.
Via Selvage Blog
Tutorial & article: Fabric grain
Find out how to straighten fabric on the grain at Wee Folk Art. Get the tute.
Jane Wickell from About.com: Quilting blog gives a good general explanation of fabric grain in her article Understanding Fabric Grain Improves Your Quiltmaking Skills. Go here to read it.
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Lookie what she made: Larry the Sock Monster
Lookie what Swiedebie made! It’s a sock monster (Larry’s his name) who opens his big wide mouth to hold your cell phone. Read more about Larry the Sock Monster at her blog.
This guy’s already sold, but check her … Read More...
Lookie what she made: Larry the Sock Monster
Lookie what Swiedebie made! It’s a sock monster (Larry’s his name) who opens his big wide mouth to hold your cell phone. Read more about Larry the Sock Monster at her blog.
This guy’s already sold, but check her Etsy shop for other…
Tutorial: Sew a felt waffle cone
This one is for all you felt food addicts out there! Flickr user Hannah Hoosier shows how to make this felt waffle cone with a Flickr photo set tutorial. This ice cream will never melt and never add to your … Read More...
Tutorial: Sew a felt waffle cone
This one is for all you felt food addicts out there! Flickr user Hannah Hoosier shows how to make this felt waffle cone with a Flickr photo set tutorial. This ice cream will never melt and never add to your waistline. Go…
Tutorial: Mini fabric braided rug
Wee Folk Art shows how to make this mini fabric braided rug using your scrap fabric. The small size (less than 5″) makes it a perfect coaster. It would also make a great rug for a child’s dollhouse. Go to … Read More...
Tutorial: Mini fabric braided rug
Wee Folk Art shows how to make this mini fabric braided rug using your scrap fabric. The small size (less than 5″) makes it a perfect coaster. It would also make a great rug for a child’s dollhouse. Go to the…
Tutorial: Punjabi + sweater = stylish tunic
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.