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Quilt historian Kimberly Wulfert gives us a history lesson in string quilts. It starts,
During the economic slump of the early twentieth century, string style quilt making thrived. Rural mid-century women, cut off from mainstream society and markets,…
Head over to True Up to read an interview with Valori Wells. Read what she says about her new Del Hi fabric line.
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Head over to True Up to read an interview with Valori Wells. Read what she says about her new Del Hi fabric line.
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Beccy from Wipster was inspired by an Anthropologie top to make this ruffled blouse. She started with a basic tank and then added the ruffle around the neck. Read how she did it on her blog.
Beccy from Wipster was inspired by an Anthropologie top to make this ruffled blouse. She started with a basic tank and then added the ruffle around the neck. Read how she did it on her blog.
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Check out this comprehensive article from PhotoJoJo on taking photos while on a trip.The article covers what equipment and tools you should consider taking along, suggests the kind of photos you can take on the way, and finishes up with ideas…
I love this idea for a wedding (or any party) from Project Wedding: An old fashioned soda bar. They’ve created such a gorgeous display, too.
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We’re moving next month (finally, after an 8 month house search whilst living from suitcases), so I’ve been mining home and decor sites for ideas. I found this idea for tart tin wall decor from Better Homes and Gardens. Insert a…
Stamp companies are starting to release sneak peeks of their new lines that will debut at the CHA (Craft and Hobby Association) show later this month. This week brought peeks from Stamper’s Anonymous with Tim Holtz and 13 new stamp … Read More...
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Stamp companies are starting to release sneak peeks of their new lines that will debut at the CHA (Craft and Hobby Association) show later this month. This week brought peeks from Stamper’s Anonymous with Tim Holtz and 13 new…
Elise Blaha shows in two posts the travel album she made for a recent trip to NYC. In the first part she explains how she constructed the album, and in part two how she used the album while on the…
If you’re heading off on vacation soon and wondering how to best get organised to scrap your trip, read this article on the Crazy Daisy blog about Vacation Album Planning. The article covers topics such as picking the right sized … Read More...
If you’re heading off on vacation soon and wondering how to best get organised to scrap your trip, read this article on the Crazy Daisy blog about Vacation Album Planning. The article covers topics such as picking the right sized…
Here’s a new book by Sys Fredens. Contemporary Crochet , I was not familiar with this designer/author, but I sure do like her designs! I am currently working on one of the pullovers in this book for my daughter. Not … Read More...
Here’s a new book by Sys Fredens. I was not familiar with this designer/author, but I sure do like her designs! I am currently working on one of the pullovers in this book for my daughter. Not only did my…
Instructables user jauncourt shows how she made this rainbow canopy for her child’s converted-crib toddler bed. What a lucky kid!! Go to the tutorial.
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Instructables user jauncourt shows how she made this rainbow canopy for her child’s converted-crib toddler bed. What a lucky kid!! Go to the tutorial.
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Cut Out + Keep user Becca K. shows how to make this burlesque bustle skirt. Go to the tutorial.
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When I was a kid, I had one of those potholder looms. You know, the ones where you would weave cotton loopers to make potholders for your mom and grandmom? They still make them, though now the loopers they sell … Read More...
