In the past few years electroforming has been catching on more in the lampworking world. It’s the process where you use an electrolytic bath to transfer copper particles onto a form that you have formed. (The copper shown in the … Read More...
Want to begin Scrapbooking?
If you’re in the Freeport, Maine area, you can sign up for this scrapbooking event from March 13-15.
… Read More...Are you overwhelmed by photos in boxes or on the computer? Join us at this yearly event where we organize them from
Free shipping for Baby Love
Pipers Girls blog is touting the glories of Baby Love, a new book from Plaids & Prints of baby quilt and accessory patterns. Isn’t this rosebud design devine! If you order the book from Piper’s Quilts, they’ll ship it to … Read More...
Another Free Washcloth Pattern
This one appeared in my inbox while searching for Valentine’s Day appropriate posts. It’s called the Hugs and Kisses Cable Wash Cloth Pattern.
This pattern is free from KnittingOnTheNet, here: http://knittingonthenet.com/patterns/clothhugskisses.htm
While I’m not crazy about the color, I really … Read More...
Tutorial: Sew a set of Crooked Coasters
These coasters designed by The Long Thread look like they belong on the pages of a high-end home decor mag. The solid white highlights the grid of wonky seam lines. Make a set for your own home (or for a … Read More...
Watch artisans sew at Smockshop Berlin
BurdaStyle reports that Andrea Zittel’s Smockshop is going to Berlin. According to BurdaStyle, as part of this enterprise, “Two artisans will work in the gallery for the first four days of the exhibition making the smocks that are available for … Read More...
Inspiration: Little fabric house
I let out a little squeal when I saw this little fabric house posted by ReFabulous. She received it from a swap, the lucky girl. This little house is fully embellished with buttons, shutters, and even a little surprise on the … Read More...
Dollhouse Lilly Flower Tutorial Video
There is a new video tutorial of how to make a dollhouse Lilly flower arrangement up at Garden of Imagination’s YouTube channel. The instructions are easy to follow, the result is lovely, and I find it absolutely charming that she … Read More...
Vendors! Time to apply for Bust’s Spring Flig Craftacular Fair
Yep, Spring is in the air.. sort of. And it’s time to start applying for the Spring Indie Craft Fairs. There are many good ones and I hear that the Bust Magazine Craftacular is …er spectacular.
The show is May … Read More...
Tutorial: Braided rag rug
When I was a kid, we had several braided rag rugs that my great-great-aunt had made. I remember being taken with all the colors and the bumpy texture. The Moda Bake Shop now has a tutorial for you to make … Read More...
The Ubiquitous Yoo-Hoo
Make a yoo-hoo martini.
Haydria Perfumery
Haydria Perfumery makes beautiful vintage perfumes inspired by the 1930s-1960s. Haydria offers eight fragrances in solid perfume compacts, brass perfume lockets, and atomizers that are sure to add beauty to your vanity table. The solid perfume comes in such lovely … Read More...
Pink Glass Tutorial for Lampwork
Just released yesterday, a new online tutorial by Kandice Seeber. Glass Color Families: Pinks.
Pink is one of the hardest colors to tackle in lampworking. First, it’s hard to find a shade of pink that isn’t washed out and … Read More...
Organising Stamps
Looking for a way to get a handle on what stamps you have? Check out Anilu Magloire’s blog for a neat idea on how to sort and catalog your stamps.
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Sewing Tutorial: Drawstring pouch with strap
The Orange Flower Sketchbook drawstring pouch is a beautifully designed accessory featuring a pieced body with delicate embroidery details. The addition of a carrying strap enhances its usability, making it a practical yet stylish item. To create this pouch, follow … Read More...
Whoppin CQ giveaway
In honor of her 100th post, Cathy of Crazy by Design blog is giving away a whoppin pack of crazy-quilting goodies. The stash so far includes 20 pieces of fancy fabrics, mostly vintage lace, new paisley lace, a cross-stitched rose … Read More...
MANY GOODIES – ALL IN ONE PLACE
There have been times when I’ve scoured the internet – after having scoured my local craft stores – for certain crochet supplies or accessories. It’s so frustrating to NEED a specific item and not be able to find it!
I … Read More...
A polymer Clay Giveaway!
Debbi Garrity at Polymer Clay Ponderings is hosting a giveaway now through March 5. Wouldn’t you love to own this adorable canvas with a sweet polymer clay angel? Go visit her blog and leave her a comment, you can find … Read More...
Glass Art Sculpture from Murano
It might be a little hard to see from the glare on the window but once you get past that you see the incredible figurines made of glass. I found this while surfing the internet at travelblog.org. If you … Read More...
Easy Cookie Bouquets
Easy cookie bouquets from store-bought cookies.