Craft Gossip

If you want to add a chin strap to a hat but don’t want the awkward knot in the cord, check out this tip from Noiledotnet.  She uses a bead instead of the knot.  Read more about it.

Ahhh… the boxy polo shirt.  It seems everyone has at least one in their closet, usually emblazoned with a school or company logo.  Now, with this tutorial from This Mama Makes Stuff, you can refashion your boxy polo so … Read More...

If you’re making an unlined garment, consider using Hong Kong seams to hide the raw edges.  Bunny at La Sewista! has a tutorial to demystify this seam finish.

Speaking of mermaids (we were weren’t me?), this is a nice 3 color silk screen, limited edition mermaid tiki print that I found by rubydeluxe on Etsy. I like the color combo and the halftone dots on this design.

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I got a chance to try out this yarn, it’s made from fleece. It’s warm. It’s cozy, it’s snuggly, it’s, well, fleecy. And really cool to knit with. Head on over to PolarKnit for these free patterns and several more!… Read More...

A recessed zipper is a nice way to add a zipper to a bag.  My Spare Time has a great tutorial showing how to add this feature.  Get the tutorial.

Vickie Howell has a new free pattern every month. This one is just in time for Valentine’s Day.

Go here for more info on Vickie’s ultra cute neck decor! Perfect!

http://vickiehowell.blogspot.com/2008/01/love-rocks-free-pattern-of-month.html

First time users at Artscow can get 600 free 4×6 prints and 600 free 5×7 prints. I have heard good things about the print quality and so plan to try this offer out myself. You can get all the details … Read More...