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Eureka! Beads in Toomuc Valley and Cheltenham, Australia is having their twice yearly sale.
Now through September 20th in both locations and online the majority of their stock is 50% off (excluding some items).
I have also been told that for locals, a…
Chris Franchetti Michaels has published a new book Teach Yourself Visually: Beadwork
This is a very thorough book on off-loom techniques in beading.
Each chapter covers a specific stitch and includes tons of photographs and diagrams to help you learn … Read More...
Chris Franchetti Michaels has published a new book Teach Yourself Visually: Beadwork. This is a very thorough book on off-loom techniques in beading.
Each chapter covers a specific stitch and includes tons of photographs and diagrams to help you learn these stitches. The…
Click the link below to enter the giveaway for a set of Maya Road Mists from Studio Calico. Hurry! Entries close tonight September 13th at midnight EST
Studio Calico: Sneak Night Giveaway.
Visit our online Amazon store for a … Read More...
Click the link below to enter the giveaway for a set of Maya Road Mists from Studio Calico. Hurry! Entries close tonight September 13th at midnight EST
Pompomrouge took my breath away with this appliqued and embroidered felt pincushion. So simple and yet so gorgeous.
Many thanks to kittykill of feeling stitchy for pointing out this lovely work.
mehmehmeh shares a technique for getting a digital image from your computer onto fabric for embroidery. He says,
This is done via an acetone toner transfer, a cheap and fast transfer method using readily available materials and tools that you probably already have…
SharonB of Pin Tangle blog is sharing the link to a handy, free seed-bead size chart. She says,
… Read More...If you print it out and keep it handy you will be able to substitute beads in a pattern. It also supplies
SharonB of Pin Tangle blog is sharing the link to a handy, free seed-bead size chart. She says,
If you print it out and keep it handy you will be able to substitute beads in a pattern. It also supplies a few…
The chart for this classic cross-stitch key is free for your personal use from bdcouture blog. Get the chart.
Kimara of Wee Folk Art tutors us on the woven spider wheel stitch that she used so effectively with her apple tree applique. See the tute.
sarajessica of Cross Me Not blog invites you to stitch the last strawberries of the season with her yummy little chart, free for your personal use. Get the chart.
Learn how to use digital quick pages in this tutorial by Maureen. Click the link below to go to tutorial.
Working with Digital Quick Pages.
Learn how to use digital quick pages in this tutorial by Maureen. Click the link below to go to tutorial.
Last year, Alicia of Posie Gets Cozy had unexpected success with her felt Christmas ornament kits. (Remember the adorable ice skates?) So this year, she’s getting an early start, which will help us all avoid that last-minute gift-making … Read More...
Last year, Alicia of Posie Gets Cozy had unexpected success with her felt Christmas ornament kits. (Remember the adorable ice skates?) So this year, she’s getting an early start, which will help us all avoid that last-minute gift-making frenzy. Get the details…
Over at the blog Argot there is a great little tutorial for recycling old candles into new ones that are just perfect for gift giving. You know the holiday season is coming and it is never too soon to start … Read More...
Over at the blog Argot there is a great little tutorial for recycling old candles into new ones that are just perfect for gift giving. You know the holiday season is coming and it is never too soon to start on…
Do you have an embroidery technique or idea that needs to be shared? Do you have secret fantasies about writing articles for a blog that has hundreds of needleworker readers? Here’s your shot: The Hand Embroidery Network is looking for guest bloggers.…
kittyzilla is crafting the Watchmen again — this time in felt applique. Yes! See her post for more.