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This publicaton is new to me, I didn’t even know about it! But, this morning as I was wandering my way through the inter-webs it found me, so here it is! http://www.knotions.com/
This current issue features patterns, techniques including yarn … Read More...
Polka Dot Creations has just released their “Best Seller ” list for the month of February. Click on through here to check ot out, and see what’s hot in the polymer clay world! (And perhaps add a couple of titles … Read More...
The joint is jumping at All Things Needlepoint blog and The Art Needlepoint Co.! Check out their news:
… Read More...There are a few major initiatives underway…One is creating needlepoint as practical and beautiful solutions to everyday needs in the home.
The joint is jumping at All Things Needlepoint blog and The Art Needlepoint Co.! Check out their news:
… Read More...There are a few major initiatives underway…One is creating needlepoint as practical and beautiful solutions to everyday needs in the home.
The joint is jumping at All Things Needlepoint blog and The Art Needlepoint Co.! Check out their news:
… Read More...There are a few major initiatives underway…One is creating needlepoint as practical and beautiful solutions to everyday needs in the home.
Keep your keys, phone, and other “running out the door” essentials right where you need them – by the door. Design*Sponge shows how to make this handy door organizer for just that purpose. They show it made out of felt, … Read More...
Make this gorgeous shawl in any color you want, because, when it’s all done, you paint it! Melusine is a magical entity unto itself, discover all of her faces with this free pattern! Brought to us from the fun and … Read More...
MaryLynne operates an ETSY shop “Bethany Homecrafts“ and creates the most adorable felted birds. These little guys would be so cute in a spring arrangement, for Easter or just hang near to cheer you on a dreary day. … Read More...
This is some of the most interesting fused glass 
that I’ve seen around. I found this image (and many others) at the Objetos con Vidrio blog. Be sure to scroll down this post and dig deeper into the site.
If … Read More...
Charm packs are all the rage right now. Who could turn down a set of 20-40 5-inch squares, each a different fabric? But once you get your hands on the cute little charm packs, what do you do with them? … Read More...
When I was a kid, we called it Shrinky Dinks and it was just a silly afternoon craft for kids. Now it’s all grown up as polyshrink and it has far more grown-up uses, like making buttons for your next … Read More...
In a follow up to her post about cataloging her stamp collection, Anilu Magloire has posted her solution for knowing what ink colours she has available.
[tags]scrapbooking, organization[/tags]
In honor of National Craft (or Crochet) Month, I’m giving away this DVD (a $19.99 value). It’s a wonderful way to learn to knit or crochet – like having a great teacher right at your elbow. It’s 3.5 hours of … Read More...
Use furrowing to add texture to your next sewing project. With this technique, a larger piece of fabric is sewn down to a smaller foundation piece. Pranamama offers an instructable to show you how. Get the tutorial.
[sewing, tutorial, furrowing, … Read More...
Face it, you’ve got to figure out a system to tame all of those needles and hooks you have. Whether it’s straights, double points, circulars, or interchangeables, Della-Q has the system for you!
Go here to view the videos, they’ll … Read More...
Art Projects for Kids has lots of great lesson plans that teach about a specific artist. Joan Miro is famous for his People and Dog in Sun. Elementary students will have lots of fun learning about the artist … Read More...
If the prospect of using the buttonhole feature of your machine gives you a nervious tic and makes your palms a little sweaty, then this tutorial is for you. CraftStylish shows how to make a handsewn buttonhole. Get the tutorial… Read More...
Meet Lily Marlene. Isn’t she a sweet fiend? You can make a Lily Marlene doll with a tutorial from Smooch Designs. Get the tutorial.
Looking for more Softie toys to sew? Check out these sewing patterns for kids’ … Read More...