Look at what Veronica Darling made! It’s a super-chic dress made from a vintage tablecloth. Get the details here and here. [via Wardrobe Refashion.]
Free birdies from Sibling Craftery
Stitching sibling Kandra Young is treating us to two full pages of her original embroidery designs! The theme this time is birds, and you’re going to want all of them. Get the patterns.
Knit That Photo!
Or knit that visual in your mind, or knit the awesome sunrise you’re looking at right now (actually, I’m looking at lots and lots of snow, but I know the sun is out there, I’ve seen it!). It’s easy, and … Read More...
Recycle Pendants Giveaway
Jesse Janes creates fabulous, colorful pendants on Scrabble Tiles and has over 200 designs offered in their online shop. Pendants make wonderful, affordable gifts for the holidays, wedding favors, party gifts and more.
Jesse Janes does offer wholesale to other … Read More...
Turn kids’ leggings into a pair of bloomers
Grace Violet has a good idea for repurposing. A little snip here and a bit of ribbon sewn there, and she turned a pair of her daughter’s leggings into a pair of bloomers that can be worn underneath twirly skirts … Read More...
Reveal Day at October Afternoon
All day today October Afternoon is revealing all their new lines on their blog. Go check them out, the first line, Cherry Tree Hill, is already up. They are also having challenges and giveaways for a full day of … Read More...
Tutorial: Sew a perfect curved patch pocket
Debbie’s Sewing Projects has a technique to take the frustration out of turning under the edges of a curved patch pocket. She uses fusible interfacing. Now isn’t that smart?? Get the tutorial.
Floral bath salts
These beautiful floral bath salts are from The Bumble Bee Studio. Made of a combination of epsom salts, flowers, herbs and sea salts, use these lovely bath salts to relax and soften your skin.
Glass and Light Sculptures
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...
Polymer Clay – Ruffle Bead Tutorial
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...
Winner of Pet Projects Book Giveaway “The Taunton Press”
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...
Create!
Originally uploaded by Amantecatl
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...
Tutorial: Baby bib and burp cloth set
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...
Valentine Memory Keeper!
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...
Hand-stitching patterns…free free free!
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...
Free Projects Using Your Stash!!
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...
Free Projects Using Your Stash!!
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...
Digi Kit Review and Giveaway!
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...
Crochet Easter Egg Covers
HOW CUTE ARE THESE?
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Seeing these got me interested in looking for other Easter treats to crochet. So, here goes.
For a metamorphosis, try making this one:
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Continuing on the metamorphosis theme, isn’t this one a cutie?
Tips for sewing faux fur
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!