Fresh Figs‘ Patisserie line is hitting the shelves. This new fabric line is marked by soft, creamy tones. To celebrate the release, she’s giving away a stack of Patisserie goodies, including 1 Jelly Roll, 1 Honey Bun, 2 Turnovers, … Read More...
Donate needlework for bushfire communities
Maggie Bauer, publisher of Country Bumpkins Publications, sent this message through her newsletter to those who are looking for an opportunity to lend support to communities affected by the Australian bushfires:
… Read More...We have started accepting donations to pass on
Up-cycled Accordian File Side-Table
In need of a side table but don’t have tons of money to spend? Re-Nest (a perenial favorite of mine) has offered up a tutorial for using accordian files to make this kitchy table your own! If you spray painted … Read More...
Free Sewing Pattern Tutorial: Sew a fabric Easter basket
Small Fry & Co created a fabric version of an Easter basket, and wrote a tutorial to show you how to make one for yourself. Use it for an Easter Egg hunt or just to decorate your house. Get the … Read More...
Tutorial: How to sew a pencil roll
These pencil rolls would make awesome birthday gifts for youngsters. Make one, fill it with colored pencils, and then add a pad of paper to complete the gift. (You can also alter the pattern to work with crayons.) You Go … Read More...
Tutorial: How to sew a pencil roll
These pencil rolls would make awesome birthday gifts for youngsters. Make one, fill it with colored pencils, and then add a pad of paper to complete the gift. (You can also alter the pattern to work with crayons.) You Go … Read More...
Free kitteh cross-stitch
Stitch up this sweetheart for the kitteh-lover in your life. The chart is free from The Chart Shop at Cross-stitching.com. Get the chart.
Giveaway round-up
Here are some chances to win various scrapbook related prizes
Nancy Nally is giving away a copy of the book Paper, Scissors, Death
Julie Balzer is giving away some of her newly released papers with Sultane
Mimi Leimbech is giving … Read More...
Get antique CQ seam treatments
SharonB of Pin Tangle blog tells us about an antique book of crazy-quilt seam treatments that is available free online from the Antique Pattern Library site. Get more details from Sharon’s blog.
Altered Art! Ready Set create!
Hi Everyone:
Have you seen the latest issue of Altered Sampler ?
There are some really yummy yummy inspirations on there.. [tag]Stamping[/tag], digital, houses oh my 🙂
Readysetcreate you can purchase here
We are giving away 1 copy of this … Read More...
101 More Great Jewelry Selling Techniques
Dr. David Weiman, is the Marketing Director for Lapidary Journal Jewelry Artist since 1986 as well as marketing director of Step by Step Beads, and Step by Step Wire Jewelry. This man knows how to sell jewelry! In his new … Read More...
31 Birthday Cakes! (and easy step-by-steps for each)
31 decorated birthday cakes you can make yourself.
Tutorial: Applique some cuteness on to plain t-shirts
Look at what Just Deanna is making! She’s taking children’s t-shirts to the next level by adding a simple animal applique. Want to make one yourself? Read her blog post for more the how-to. Want to buy one already made? … Read More...
Free tote bag pattern
Check out this free tote bag pattern from J Caroline Creative! It’s designed for heavy use, with extra fabric reinforcing the botton and straps that won’trip off. Get the pattern, and while you’re there be sure to check … Read More...
Two freebies from CC
CC of Lace ‘n’ Ribbon Roses has two treats for us today: a vintage Sunbonnet Sue pattern and a chickenscratch butterfly pattern. Go to her blog and grab them up!
Sunbonnet Sue is a classic embroidery pattern that has … Read More...
Fabric giveaway at Wish Upon a Quilt
Win a half-yard of the fabric of your choice from Wish Upon a Quilt blog. The entry deadline is March 15. Go to the blog to enter.
Tutorial: Mend a holey sweater with elbow patches
Don’t throw your sweaters away when they get holes in the elbows. Turn the holey elbows into fashion statements with contrasting elbow patches. Find out how from Craftzine.
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Baby Shower Cupcake Idea
Make clever decorated cookies for a baby shower with fondant letters.
Save time by prethreading
Sandra Leichner of Sandra’s Snippets blog is sharing some tips about organizing a large hand-embroidery project that requires frequent thread-color changes. She says, “I have found by doing this one small thing, I can eliminate a day or more off … Read More...
Tutorial: Sew a duvet cover & shams
Nicole Marie posts at Apartment Therapy showing how to make your own duvet cover and coordinating shams. If you’ve been unable to find already-made bedding at the stores in the colors or fabrics you like, then this might be a … Read More...