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The Modern & Contemporary Design Blog highlighted a handful of light sculptures in a recent post. I am totally mesmerized by two of them. One being the chandelier-style sculpture shown above made with vintage glassware from Canada. What a piece … Read More...
Karooart has a tutorial for the lovely “Ruffle Bead” up in her etsy shop. This is an intriguing, light looking bead shape, so if you’d like to find out the secrets behind creating it, check it out!
[tags]karooart, ruffle bead, … Read More...
We have had such a wonderful response to this book giveaway and all your entries are very much appreciated. I wish I was like “Oprah” and tell you to look under your computer and find your copy of this … Read More...
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I love the sentiment on this pendant by Flickr user Amentecatl. The rusted look and rainbow colors are such a nice touch, don’t you think? The Moscow-based artist is working on an … Read More...
The Moda Bake Shop has a tutorial to make a baby bip and burp cloth set. This is the perfect baby shower gift! Get the tutorial.
Looking for more baby Bib patterns? Check these sewing patterns out on Etsy… Read More...
Hi Everyone:
I received so many cards and the ones from my mom, my sister and DD and Husband, I want to keep them close so I can pull them out anytime and look at them..
Christine comes to the … Read More...
We’ve chosen the best hand-embroidery patterns for you to attempt this week! We offer something for everyone, whether you’re a novice or a seasoned veteran. Our free cross-stitch patterns range from simple cross-stitch patterns to more complex floral and … Read More...
Face it, I know one of your resolutions this year was to use up more of your stash. Personally, I don’t do this, as then I’d have to replace it, but that’s just me. If you are one of the … Read More...
Face it, I know one of your resolutions this year was to use up more of your stash. Personally, I don’t do this, as then I’d have to replace it, but that’s just me. If you are one of the … Read More...
Jodi Watson has created an adorable digital scrapbooking kit called Oh Boy! I have heard many mothers of boys saying that there aren’t enough boy themed products available, so this kit definitely fits a need. As an about to be … Read More...
HOW CUTE ARE THESE?
http://www.freepatternsdonnascrochetdesigns.com/chick-egg-cover-free-crochet-pattern-.html
Seeing these got me interested in looking for other Easter treats to crochet. So, here goes.
For a metamorphosis, try making this one:
Continuing on the metamorphosis theme, isn’t this one a cutie?
http://www.freepatternsdonnascrochetdesigns.com/easter-egg-into-bunny-crochet-pattern.html… Read More...
Sewing faux fur can be a real challenge. I’ve only attempted it once, and let’s just say it was less than spectacular. BurdaStyle has some tips to help make it a little easier. Get the tips!
While playing around on the internet, looking for knitting patterns, admit it, you do that too, otherwise why would you be here??. Anyway, I came across this really pretty afghan. Composed of a number of different cable patterns, I think … Read More...
While playing around on the internet, looking for knitting patterns, admit it, you do that too, otherwise why would you be here??. Anyway, I came across this really pretty afghan. Composed of a number of different cable patterns, I think … Read More...
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I recently posted about a millefiori ring from Murano, Italy. The site owner left a comment with a link to a great youtube video that shows the process of making a glass pendant and also some of the … Read More...
I think most of you have heard of Betz White. I found Betz doing a tutorial on the Martha Stewart show. Betz shows us how to make these adorable felted teacup pincushions. If you remember she had a … Read More...
The winner of the surprise giveaway from Sleepy Sillys is #83–Sandy!
If you didn’t win the Craft Caboodle, you still have a chance to purchase your own or anything else that you loved from Sleepy Sillys!! Head on over … Read More...
Create Jewelry: Glass: Brilliant Designs to Make and Wear
(Create Jewelry series) by Marlene Blessing and Jamie Hogsett.
Another addition to the “Create Jewelry” book … Read More...
Patty of Pip Stitch tipped us off to a great resource for free vintage embroidery patterns, A Vintage Collection. Some of the posts are fascinating old items such a vintage book pages; but many are scans of needlework patterns … Read More...
