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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.
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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!
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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...
Let the Wearin’ O’ The Green commence with this warm and fun hat from PolarKnit Yarns!
This free pattern, the Shamrock’n Hat is here: http://www.polarknit.com/itoolkit.asp?pg=HATS/TOQUES
For all us felted! Here are some of the latest felting ideas and tutorials. I hope you check them out, there are some neat ideas. I al going to try the “Feel Like Felting a Fish?” so cute! Please click … Read More...
ohdeedoh shows how to make this hanging book display that will keep your children’s books out where they can see them, but still keep them contained and off of the floor. Get the tutorial.
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Brilliant! And way cute too! This latest design from Elizabeth is here at Knit A Little Store.
Check out all of her designs, there are so many, you’ll never get tired of them!
Brilliant! And way cute too! This latest design from Elizabeth is here at Knit A Little Store.
Check out all of her designs, there are so many, you’ll never get tired of them!
This St. Patrick’s Day, do it yourself! Here is a nifty tutorial using glass etching cream from the Hallmark Ladybugs that will show you how to make this shot glass. Personalize any glass for any occasion!
Looking for some inexpensive Adirondack chairs
for your deck? If you’re not opposed to grabbing some city-owned traffic horses, this post will tell you how to have yourself some all-but free chairs in no time!
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Looking for a quick and easy knitting pattern for Easter? Look no further than this adorable pattern from Knitting On The Net, designed by Vivian Keys!
With just a few simple stitches, this pattern creates a … Read More...
If you’re planning a party and looking for ideas for invitations, check out this gallery by the American Crafts Design Team
[tags]scrapbooking, american crafts, invitations[/tags]
If the idea of beachcombing for sea critters is on your to-do list for this summer, you might want to knit up a souvenier. (You can knit and beachcomb at the same time, maybe beach-knitting?).
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Did you know that Soft Flex® Wire is the first wire manufacturer to go “green”? I didn’t until recently! HOW cool is that! All stainless steel used in the construction of Soft Flex products is 100% recyclable. The nylon … Read More...
I’m thinking laptop bag if made just a bit bigger, or knitting bag, or just a classy tote bag. Any way you look at it, it’s a really nice pattern, just in time for the March holiday! Cables and eyelet … Read More...
Bath and Body Works is having a sale on their Signature Collection shower gels! Only $6, a savings of $4.50. Choose from 26 different scents, including Blushing Cherry Blossom, Irresistble Apple, and Midnight Pomegranate.
Everyone knows about the gorgeous sweaters produced by the folks at Philosopher’s Wool. Their method of knitting with 2 colors at once, one in each hand is most easily understood by seeing it done.
And… I’ve got just the thing … Read More...