Design Sponge posted this wonderful leaf project that was created by the design duo of Alyssa and Joslyn Krismer. They use a vintage quilt and fabric that was not usable due to damage but by cutting it into small pieces … Read More...
Old Quilts (or new ones) “leaf” their old life and grow into new home decor
Design Sponge posted this wonderful leaf project that was created by the design duo of Alyssa and Joslyn Krismer. They use a vintage quilt and fabric that was not usable due to damage but by cutting it into small pieces was…
Mandarin essential oil properties
Mandarin Essential Oil properties
from Aroma Web
Mandarin Essential Oil
Botanical Name: Citrus reticulata
Common Method of Extraction: Cold Pressed/Expressed
Color: Greenish Orange
Consistency: Thin
Perfumery Note: Top
Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium
Aromatic Description: Very sweet, citrusy, fruity.
Possible … Read More...
Mandarin essential oil properties
Mandarin Essential Oil properties
from Aroma Web
Mandarin Essential Oil
Botanical Name: Citrus reticulata
Common Method of Extraction: Cold Pressed/Expressed
Color: Greenish Orange
Consistency: Thin
Perfumery Note: Top
Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium
Aromatic Description: Very sweet, citrusy, fruity.
Possible Uses: Acne, dull skin, insomnia, oily skin, scars, spots, stress,…
Woolery knitted/felted jewelry Tutorial
This very cute necklace came from “instructables” and I am going to try one, so cute!
Rowsoprose tells about her creation. “Heavy metal chains conduct cold–and another word for diamonds? Ice! So if a girl wants to accessorize and keep … Read More...
Woolery knitted/felted jewelry Tutorial
This very cute necklace came from “instructables” and I am going to try one, so cute!
Rowsoprose tells about her creation. “Heavy metal chains conduct cold–and another word for diamonds? Ice! So if a girl wants to accessorize and keep…
Leaves are falling, falling
It’s actually still summer here in the northern hemisphere, but before you know it the leaves will be turning colors and floating gracefully to the ground.
Angela Barenholtz has a new tutorial up on Polymer Clay Central for creating a … Read More...
Leaves are falling, falling
by Angela Barenholtz
It’s actually still summer here in the northern hemisphere, but before you know it the leaves will be turning colors and floating gracefully to the ground.
Angela Barenholtz has a new tutorial up on Polymer Clay Central for creating…
Tutorial: Basic square throw pillow
Sew4Home shows how to make a basic square throw pillow. Toss a couple on a couch or bench for an instant update to your decor. Go to the tutorial.
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Tutorial: Basic square throw pillow
Sneak Peek: Dream Street Papers
Get ready to do some holiday crafting with this new line from Dream Street by Amy Teets. Click here to see more.
Embroidery tool: Pinch bowls
Here’s a great tip from Bargello Needlepoint: Use pinch bowls — flexible silicone cups designed for kitchen use — to tame your tiny stitchery tools and accessories. See the post.
Embroidery tool: Pinch bowls For Organization
Here’s a great tip from Bargello Needlepoint: Use pinch bowls — flexible silicone cups designed for kitchen use — to tame your tiny stitchery tools and accessories. See the post.
Free chart: Teeny frog
The chart for this precious teeny frog is free (for your personal use) from sarajessica of Cross Me Not blog. Go get it.
Tutorial: Lazy Lotus Stitch
Rush over to the Sublime Stitching blog and see Jenny Hart’s new tutorial for her freshly invented Lazy Lotus Stitch. Flip a few Lazy Daisies upside down, add some French knots and straight stitches, and you have a completely new look. See…
Lots of tutes from Lakshmi
Lakshmi Sadala has created a blog, Hand Embroidery from Sadalas, that is a growing resource for embroidery tips and tutorials, particularly for Indian-style needlework. Stop by and check out the abundance of guides she has put together already, and be sure…
Embroidered flower brooch
I love this silk embroidered flower brooch by Meri of Agulhas da Meri blog. Maybe if we all go comment on it, she’ll tell us how she did it! See the post.
Inspired by bags: Moxie Fab Challenge
The latest challenge on the Moxie Fab blog is to create a paper craft project inspired by a bag. They have posted a number of lovely bags for you to take inspiration from. I especially like the one shown above. … Read More...
Inspired by bags: Moxie Fab Challenge
The latest challenge on the Moxie Fab blog is to create a paper craft project inspired by a bag. They have posted a number of lovely bags for you to take inspiration from. I especially like the one shown above.…
Tutorial: 15-sided biscornu
Ruthie’s X Stitch Creations blog offers a detailed tutorial for creating a 15-sided biscornu. Ruthie says the design is “great for using up small pieces of Aida.” And what a beautiful result! See the tute.
Many thanks to SharonB of Pin Tangle blog for…