I randomly decided to do a Google search for ‘iPhone craft app’ (or iPod touch in my case) here is what I found:
Stitchminder FREE
… Read More...The program provides four customizable counters that can be used to track rows completed, pattern
Another Great Crafty Food Roundup…
This must-see blog o’ daily inspiration for the crafter has yet again collected wonderful ideas for the foodie from the web (and I’m not just saying that because a few of my ideas are in the roundup, though it helps, … Read More...
Tutorial: Little girls’ patchwork skirt
Head on over to the Moda Bake Shop for a tutorial for making this super sweet patchwork skirt for little girls. The patchwork is made from a charm pack, while the contrast band and ties require 1/2 yard of each … Read More...
Book Review – Mixed Metals: Creating Contemporary Jewelry with Silver, Gold, Copper, Brass & More
Mixed Metals: creating contemporary jewelry
with silver, gold, copper, brass & more. Melinda Barta & Danielle Fox
- Paperback: 112 pages
- Publisher: Interweave Press (May 1, 2009)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 159668092X
- ISBN-13: 978-1596680920
The authors Danielle Fox & Melinda Barta … Read More...
Tutorial: Add a fluffy chiffon rosette collar to a cardigan
Take a cardigan from ho-hum to over-the-top with the addition of a fluffy chiffon rosette collar. Mighty Girl shows you how. Get the tute.
[via One Pretty Thing]
Looking for more cardigan sewing patterns for little girls? Check out … Read More...
Read up on dupioni silk
If you’ve ever wondered exactly what “dupioni silk” is, and how it differs from other types of silks, then head on over to True Up for an in-depth article on this elegant textile. There’s even a video showing the process … Read More...
Tutorial: Sew a man’s Checkpoint Charlie hat
Instructables member Rachel postsa a tutorial showing how to make this ultra-cool Checkpoint Charlie-style hat. Get the how-to.
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Aftershave lotion recipe
After Shave Lotion
From Soap Maker Supplies
Ingredients:
½ cup witch hazel
¼ teaspoon propolis
½ cup mineral water
1 tablespoon liquid vegetable glycerin
1 tablespoon aloe vera concentrate
¼ teaspoon lime oil
Instructions:
Combine the witch hazel and propolis … Read More...
More Glass Houses
Today must be the day for glass houses in my Google alerts. Check out this enclosed dining area on this glass house. It looks like this house is nestled in the woods. What a great way to enjoy the … Read More...
Free pattern: Farmgirl Sue
CC of Lace ‘n’ Ribbon Roses blog is sharing another Sunbonnet Sue embroidery pattern. This time Sue and her friend Hannah have been gathering eggs. So sweet. Get the pattern.
Sunbonnet Sue is a classic embroidery pattern that has … Read More...
People who live in glass houses…
It takes a special kind of person to live in a glass house. Especially at night when you kn0w that people can see in but you can’t see out.
Check out this elegant home that allows you to be closer … Read More...
Cupcakes are HOT!
Unless you’ve been living under a rock you know that cupcakes are the years hottest dessert trend. Don’t have a sweet tooth? Well, now you can wear them too. Check out these great glass cupcake beads by Laura Sparling.… Read More...
NEEDLE FELTED CONTEST~SPRING 2009~BEGINNER FELTERS~PRIZES!!
Gourmet Felted is holding another wonderful needle felting contest for beginners. Test the waters with your needle felting. Gerry is offering two GREAT prizes to aid you in your needle felting art. You can win a PEN STYLE FELTING NEEDLE … Read More...
Kid’s Mail Swap #2
Do your kids love getting mail? Sign them up for the Kid’s Mail Swap from Pigeon Pair!!
Each child that signs up gets to send letters to 5 other swappers! What a great way to practice handwriting, letter writing, … Read More...
Tutorial: Sew a car registration holder
Keep your car paperwork handy in your glove compartment with this car registration holder designed by Moms Mess Weblog. Get the tutorial.
Sewing Pattern Tutorial: Kangaroo pocket apron
Inspired by the classic children’s book, “Katy No Pocket
,” Laura from We Wilsons designed this kangaroo pocket apron. The little kangaroo peeks his head out from the top of the pocket. Go to the tutorial.
Tutorial: Canister cozies
Crafting a Green World shares a tutorial for making a set of canister cozies. They made the whole set f rom a 13×17 swatch of fabric. Your set might take more or less, depending on the size of your canisters. … Read More...
Summer pincushion swap
Free Online Workshops
Lisa Pace hosted a free mixed media workshop entitled Vintage Sampler in honour of Natinal Scrapbook Day. The workshop is still available, just scroll down the page and select “Sign up for this workshop” under the Vintage Sampler image.
Jessica … Read More...
SUMMER CROCHET
Summer is a good time to crochet things that don’t cover our laps or use thick, heavy yarns. It may also be a good time for us to try something new. Especially if you’ve never crocheted with thread, now is … Read More...