Store bought brush cleaners cost $10 and up. Save yourself some money and follow the easy video tutorial by Enkore to make this cleaner at home.
Visit here for the video.
MORE ON MODULAR CROCHET
Modular crochet is an incredible design technique. With only minimal crochet experience, almost anyone can create a garment that will fit anyone reasonably well using this technique. There are several books on this subject, some of which I’ve previously reviewed, … Read More...
Bead Dreams 2009 Contest
Bead & Button is accepting submissions to Bead Dreams 2009. New this year is a glass lampwork category. Deadline for submissions is April 9, 2009. Mark your calendar, get to work and don’t miss out!
Win a copy of Corel Painter Essentials
Robert MacDonald, Product Manager for CorelR Painter(TM) and CorelR Painter(TM) Essentials, will lead a session on hybrid scrapbooking at the Craft & Hobbyist Association (CHA) Winter 2009 Convention and Trade Show, in Anaheim, CA. The session, entitled “The Best of … Read More...
CHA Sneak Peek – Sassafras Lass
Three new releases from Sassafras Lass: Vintage Yummy , Anthem and Bungle Jungle
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Tutorial: Flat front pants
In about the same time it would take to get to and from the mall, you could sew your child a pair of flat front pants. The Train to Crazy has a great tutorial to show you how. She says … Read More...
Valentine Download from Valerie Salmon
Download this Treats for my Sweet template by Valerie Salmon and get a set of bonus tags
Chicken-scratch experiments on Quieter Moments
Elizabeth of Quieter Moments blog is showing off some nifty chicken-scratch experiments. She also graciously links to some excellent resources for more information and inspiration. See her post.
Looking for more articles on Chicken scratch embroidery? Check out these … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Sew a maternity skirt
Being preggo no longer means sacrificing your personal style. Maternity clothes have become quite hip lately, like this stylish a-line maternity skirt designed by See Mommy Sew. She offers a tutorial to show you how to make one. Or, if you want … Read More...
Glass Snowman Sun Catcher
Now that’s an interesting concept, isn’t it? A snowman that is meant to soak up the sun. I love snowmen in all shapes, sizes and media and this little panel from Masters Art Glass makes me smile. Christine promises that … Read More...
Etsy Shop: Refinerii
metalworking using salvaged materials is the buzzword on this Etsy site. All the artwork is made using found objects, and the result is absolutely stunning. I love this alternative wedding bouquet – perfect for a more modern bride, and … Read More...
Recycled Crafts Website To Bookmark – Trash 2 Treasure
Thanks to a reader tip, I’ve come across this amazing blog, Trash 2 Treasure. It’s a blog associated with retail store Sophie’s Cottage, they’ve got e-books on recycling into craft, and their blog? It’s absolutely amazing!
From painting with … Read More...
Needle Felting Techniques by Leisure Arts
I found this fun video on Needle Felting Techniques by Leisure Arts and thought you would enjoy watching it, as they say a picture is worth a thousand words. These are some ideas for needle felting you may not have … Read More...
Rag bath mat tutorial
Make this beautiful cable knit bath mat from rags! Coco Knits’ tutorial makes a lovely textured bath mat that will cozy up your bathroom.
Find the instructions here.
More new fabric from Michael Miller
Michael Miller’s gone and done it again with -ANOTHER- irresistable fabric line. This is Birds of Norway from the Cute Critters collection. Get the scoop and see more photos.
CHA Sneak Peek – Pink Paislee
See projects by the Design Team on the Pink Paislee blog
Clay under your fingernails?
Nah – How about clay *on* your fingernails? It’s a new use for polymer clay cane slices that has been popping up around the internet lately.
Aya1gou is the username of the nail artist who has this fabulous sparkly and … Read More...
Furry Friends Glass Pebble Magnets
There is something about a bubble of glass magnifying and image below that is captivating. These glass pebble magnets were submitted to the craftgossip Flickr group by Daisy Mae Designs. There are many other pebble magnets there and you’ll … Read More...
SOME NEW BEAUTIES
I was looking for more nature-inspired crochet when I ran across some sites I think my readers will enjoy. They don’t all offer free patterns, but they all offer great eye-candy and patterns that may well inspire you even if … Read More...
Inspiration: Peartroshkas
Matryoshkas are very much the rage in the crafting world right now. maya*made takes the matroyshka to a new level with her family of Peartroshkas. Yes, PEARtroyshkas. Half pear, half human, 100% adorable. I love this so much! Read her … Read More...