On Friday’s it’s my intention to highlight a blog. Not really to speak to that blogger but to direct you folks to all that cross stitch bloggy talent out there. I won’t say that every blogger stays on topic all … Read More...
Glow in the Dark Gel Candles
Here’s a cool looking glow in the dark novelty candle from Happy Candles. The glow lasts quite awhile but needs to be recharged with light eventually. It burns for 72 hours and you can order … Read More...
Free pattern offer!
Here’s a great offer from Sew News to inspire you! No excuse now!
Special Offer
Free Pattern!
McCall’s/Sew News
The Fashion Collection
Fall 2007
For a limited time, Sew News readers may order McCall�s 5480 FREE… Read More...
Insulated Totes for Drink Bottles
 | These can be made for any size bottle you may have, just adjust the cutting size. Â Insulated Totes For Soda & Water Bottles Bring your own beverage to parades and community events and keep them cold. |
Back-to-School Notebooks: Part 2
I’m glad I’m not the only one who sneaks a few paint chip samples just to have pretty colors on hand. Maia from Lollipoop Designs (no, that’s not a typo) creates these too-cute Paint Sample Notebooks in an array of … Read More...
Mafia Made 2007
The San Francisco Craft Mafia are at it again with their successful Mafia Made trunk show! Get your holiday shopping started early and beat the rush! The Mafia Made Winter Trunk show will be held October 21, 2007 at the … Read More...
Save The Scraps! Using Scraps To Create Beautiful Cards
Cleaning Antique Samplers
Can I clean an antique sampler?
There is not a great deal you can do to mend or fix the appearance of a sampler once it has become stained and precious samplers should be restored by a professional.
Remove the … Read More...
AN OVERLOOKED CROCHET THREAD
I love cotton carpet warp. Never heard of it? Well, you wouldn’t be the only crocheter whose never seen or heard of carpet warp. It comes in fibers other than cotton, but cotton is my favorite. It’s not easy … Read More...
Back-to-School Notebooks: Part 1
Make schoolwork a bit more exciting by studying with Cap’n Crunch, Count Chocula or (shown) Toucan Sam! Etsy member Nature Made Scents has created a few fun notebooks using cereal boxes as covers. How about using Alpha-Bits for English class? … Read More...
Dipped Tapered Candles
Today I tried my hand at the ancient tradition of dipping candles. I decided upon the color black but after the chips melted they were purple. Both my daughter and husband informed me it was purple but I was in … Read More...
Meet UK’s Craftiest…
The Leeds Craft Mafia was founded in Autumn 2006 when Michelle Duxbury-Townsley got together a group of crafty ladies who are dedicated to spreading the word of the crafting revolution and DIY ethos across the fair city of Leed. They … Read More...
How Fast They Grow – Scrapbooking The Little Ones
How Fast They Grow is a website that offers parents a way to scrapbook the digital photos of their little ones that is not only quick, but impressive looking. I think their albums are just darling and I can imagine … Read More...
Celebration Of Needlework – Kentucky
2007 Celebration of Needlework Louisville, Kentucky held September 12 – 16
Check the schedule of classes as it’s posted for more details.
Pamper your creative self for 3 days surrounded by needleworkers
Shop the merchandise mall filled with quality vendors … Read More...
Floss Information
Here’s a breif and concise article to help you with that tricky floss selection! It from Better Homes and Gardens, you should check out their other articles while your there.
Then you should hop over here to delight in the … Read More...
Goldwork by Tracy Franklin
New Ideas in Goldwork by Tracy A. Franklin
ISBN 0-7134-8780-1
This book Lists different types of metal threads, their uses in both traditional gold work design and contemporary designs. Some beautiful pieces are colorfully displayed to inspire your creative talent. … Read More...
Quoth the Raven
Artist Mark Orr of Scavenger Art repurposes an interesting family of items — billiard balls, shutters, stair balusters, wooden shoe forms and more — into striking one-of-a-kind artworks. Take this “Raven on 8 Ball,” for instance, made of carved and … Read More...
Is your gent a smart squid?
These hand screened ties by toybreaker on Etsy are a great idea for indie office wear! According to the artist “This original illustration with a human brain superimposed on a cuttlefish will tell the world that you got smarts. Cuttlefish…cuddlefish…too … Read More...
Maker Faire Comes to Austin, Texas
This past May, a jaw-dropping 45,000 people gathered at the San Mateo Fairgrounds in California for an event some called, “The Woodstock for inventors.” — A one-of-a-kind event for tech geeks, crafty hipsters, DIY lovers, and basically, anyone who builds … Read More...
Sew a Drawstring Bag
Child’s Drawstring Backpack
This backpack is perfect for small kids to carry their things in. It has a drawstring opening that can be closed and the straps on the sides will hold the backpack securely on their bodies. This backpack … Read More...