When is a shawl not really a shawl? When it’s an asymmetrical cowl, which has sort of a shawl shape but is attached at the back so it won’t fall off.
It’s really the best of both worlds, a cowl … Read More...
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by Sarah White
When is a shawl not really a shawl? When it’s an asymmetrical cowl, which has sort of a shawl shape but is attached at the back so it won’t fall off.
It’s really the best of both worlds, a cowl … Read More...
Over on Pumora there is a wonderful series of tutorials on how to embroider flowers. The various articles take you through some of the steps needed to create beautiful hand embroidered flowers for your designs.
I thought I would highlight … Read More...
If you are looking for a Bohemian blanket design to crochet then this is the perfect pattern! It’s stunning! Lots of dimension and texture make this a very exciting piece to work on. Personally I think this crochet blanket would … Read More...
I know many of us are ready to put 2020 behind us and celebrate the coming of a brand New Year! This fun “Cheers!” card with a funky retro feel is just perfect to send to someone to help them … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
If the sweatshirt you bought is too long for your torso, it’s easy to crop it to get the right fit! Cropped sweatshirts are also super popular right now, and you can DIY the look by cropping your own sweatshirt … Read More...
As someone who loves the cozy comfort of a good blanket, I’m always on the lookout for new and fun ways to make my own. Whether it’s snuggling up on the couch with a book, or wrapping up on a … Read More...
Lisa Dickinson used a color challenge inspiration and her annual family photos for this wonderful grid style layout. The grid leaves plenty of room for several smaller photos, along with space for embellishments and simple journaling. She added lots of … Read More...
Using the new Snowflake Season kit from Simon Says Stamp Nichol Spohr created these wonderfully sparkly Snowflake Cards. The kits contains snowflake stamps, pattern paper and dies that are ideal for creating winter themed cards for birthday, friendship, thank you … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
A double welt pocket and flap is a beautiful way to finish pockets on jackets, dressy or casual. Mayra at So Sew Easy shows how you can use the butterfly method to create a double welt pocket with flap. The … Read More...
Using a wonderful photo from the 50’s and products from the Maggie Holmes Marigold collection Sheena created this layout. The mix of gold and pink tones with roses and old fashion embroidery hoops gives a pretty vintage vibe.
I think we are all looking forward to a New Year and the changes we hope it will bring. Now I know dragons are part of Chinese New Year but why not mix things up and make one for this … Read More...
I love pansies. They are such beautiful flowers that thrive in all sorts of temperatures. I always get a pack in the early spring. Even when we get a frost or snow, they come right back and keep on blooming. … Read More...
An idyllic pasture complete with a grazing herd is depicted in this charming landscape design from Julia Lucas. Stitched atop hand-dyed Jobelan, which mimics a late summer sky, this quick-to-stitch project uses full and partial cross stitches along with backstitches. … Read More...
Weeknights need to be fast, nutritional and of course Yummy. All of these Keto recipes have been taste-tested by me and I have to say I love them all. There were a couple of Keto recipes that didn’t make the … Read More...
I am in love with this delicate shawl, This pattern is a vintage pattern to make a beautiful Shetland scarf.
In a traditional Diamond and Shell design. This design is delicate and needs to be made in a Copley’s Cobweb … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
If you want to partner to ooze the 007 charm then check the tutorial and watch this video to learn how to make a bow tie in a few minutes using this easy bow tie pattern. Chances are your partner … Read More...
It’s almost time to ring in a whole New Year! And what better way to celebrate than with a glass of Champagne? Heather Hoffman created some realistic looking glasses of bubbly with Glossy Accents and Glitter Drops on her stamped … Read More...
I absolutely adore fabric yo-yos, or Suffolk puffs, and their charming, vintage look. They bring back so many fond memories of my grandmother, who used to make them in every color under the sun! And the best part? They’re so … Read More...
Terhi Koskinen has create a wonderful little on-line scrapbooking magazine called Create and is offering it for FREE! It contains 20 scrapbooking pages, layouts and projects along with some helpful tips and tricks and even some FREE printable pattern … Read More...
by Sarah White
I know the song “Baby It’s Cold Outside” is somewhat controversial but this snowman cross stitch pattern is super cute so I couldn’t resist sharing.
The pattern is 56 stitches square and uses four colors. The “frame” could be done … Read More...