by Francoise Tellier-Loumagne
This book “Art of Felt “appears to be for those who want to take a different path in the art of felting. I do not own this book but thought it was different and more artistic than … Read More...
‘VINTAGE’ GOODIES
We all like to wear stylish clothing and carry chic purses. To some of us, this is far more important than it is to others. Like me. I’m not really into style. If I’m ever actually ‘in style’ it’s a … Read More...
Embroidery in 3D
Paula Hewitt of The Beauty of Life blog has posted a great list of online stump work resources. You’ll find links to general information about this dimensional embroidery technique, lots of free patterns and tutorials, and web sites with … Read More...
Your fabulous new wallet!
I got a tip about this awesome wallet tutorial. So super easy and very chic, you can create it using those quilters “fat quarters” in super groovey prints that you can find at most fabric stores. And, … Read More...
Need inspiration? Check out Beading Daily!
Ever get bored and want something new to make??? And if you are like me, you are impatient too-don’t want to spend an hour at a book store searching or waiting for your Amazon order to come in-you want to … Read More...
Social network for bargello lovers
Janet Perry has added a new group to her Stitching Fingers social network: Bargello People. “Join others,” the group description says, “no matter what your medium might be, who love Bargello. Share our projects & ideas. Participate in … Read More...
Megan Nicolay a T-Shirt Transforming Gurl
In a sea of books about tweaking a T-shirt Megan Nicolay’s Generation T 108 Ways to Transform a T-Shirt was always one of my favorites. Megan has even parlayed that success into her own line of T-shirt embellishments available at … Read More...
Cards with benefits!
Hi Everyone:
I learn this new term today, when a boy asked my daughter to be friends w/benefits grrr…..
Then I was on the Hero’s blog and found this wonderful card that is more than just a card, it has … Read More...
Free cross-stitch sunshine
This week’s free chart from The Chart Shop at Cross-stitching.com is this cheerful little guy who is sure to brighten up the late days of summer in the northern hemisphere and add a little warmth to the atmosphere in the … Read More...
Summer Surprises!
The Summer Surprises are up on Knitty now, offering 3 fashionable freebies perfect for stitching in the sun! They’re all cool, lightweight, and lovely. Even though I designed one of them, I’m actually more smitten with another of the newbies, … Read More...
Junk (and Macaroni) Portraits
Mosaic artist Jason Mecier takes macaroni art to the next level. The artist is known for making portraits of the stars with alternative materials, like this Carol Channing work made with junk. Also featured in his art are jelly beans, … Read More...
Skeleton Keys
My Grandparents are amazing folks. I think one of the reasons I continue to document my memories is for a purely selfish reason….I never want to forget them or their stories AND, I want my children to have something so … Read More...
Monica Burnett – Possibly the Custest Headbands of All Time
One day at CHA last week I sported one of my Monica Burnett head bands and I have never had to write a website down so many times. Everyone adored the headband and wanted to touch it, ask questions about … Read More...
Giveaway: Christmas sampler pattern
Natalie Lymer of Cinderberry Stitches is giving away three copies of her newest sampler pattern, Twelve Red Robins. To get into the running for the random drawing, comment on the post on Natalie’s blog by Wednesday, July 30.
Looking for … Read More...
Winter Twilight Mitts
Interweave is currently offering a free, downloadable pattern for Laura Rintala’s AWESOME Twilight Mitts. I don’t usually like Fair Isle patterns, but this one is goth-y and gorgeous! Get yours now to prevent a winter of discontent. 🙂
Scented Palm Wax Candle Experiment
Ok, I think palm wax might be my favorite wax yet, which is too bad because it costs almost twice as much as paraffin or soy.
Either that or I’m just getting better at this. I didn’t add any additives, … Read More...
Do It Yourself Fluffies – Sewing Pattern
Mariska Vos-Bolman, is the super talented designer behind the plush toy line Fluffels. They are absolutely adorable little plush dolls in wacky shapes and colors.
But in addition to ready made toys, she has also created DIY Fluffies. They … Read More...
Drop Designs, Felting, Crochet, knitting
I ran across this awesome site Drop Designs, that offers so many knit and crochet patterns in several different languages and you will want to try some of these very cool patterns. When opening the site, selects your country and … Read More...
Embroidery that makes you laugh
Average Jane Crafter often makes me smile and sometimes makes me laugh right out loud. This time, she caught me off guard with her observation about the cover of The Cure’s latest single, Sleep When I’m Dead. I’m not telling … Read More...
Mini Albums
I have a confession…I love Mini Albums. I love the fact that they are quick and easy and force folks to keep to the point and not over think things. Having less space to work with, gives us the opportunity … Read More...