I love the short fashion handles on my quilted purses and totes. But sometimes I want a shoulder strap, too. There’s no reason I can’t have both. It’s a simple modification to add a detachable shoulder strap to any open-top … Read More...
T-Shirt Tote
One can never have too many totes, especially when attempting to avoid using those evil plastic grocery bags. Craftbits member Tiffscraft shows us how she sewed up a simple little T-shirt handbag. What a great way to use up … Read More...
Gothic Spiderweb Candlestick
I had a lot of fun looking around at Argoth’s gothic candles today.
This sexpithra candle holder features two crystal spiders and would not only make a unique display but it looks darned sturdy.
Instead of adding the items to … Read More...
Karla’s Wearable Felting Art
Karla blog and stops show her lovely wearable art. But of course what brought me to her blog are her lovely felted scarves, flowers and jewelry. She lives in Belgium where she works on the art. Her site is interesting … Read More...
db Clay V3:Green Accessories pt. 1
Based in NE Portland, indie business db Clay creates unique wallets called pocket art. They have developed a proprietary printing process for transferring conceptual artwork and photographs onto their custom textile prior to stitching their one-of-a-kind fabric into a strong … Read More...
~Evermore Soap Factory~
Cleaning up the world, one dirty hippy at a time!
Visit Evermore Soap Factory for soap in a large assortment of fragrances to choose from. Also available are gift baskets, bath and body products that include bath teas, salt scrubs, … Read More...
Meet Kaye Wood and Learn ‘Quilting The Kaye Wood Way’ in MO
Now is your chance to meet and learn from quilt icon, Kaye Wood!
Come and check out the Kaye Wood seminar at the
EVERYTHING QUILTING & SEWING EXPO
September 22, 2007
9:00 am-3:30pm (lunch break from 11:00-1:00)
St. Charles, Missouri … Read More...
Lindly Haunani – Artist Spotlight
Polymer clay pioneer Lindly Haunani has been teaching across the country for over 10 years, exploring the endless possibilities of this versatile medium.  A founding member of the National Polymer Clay Guild, Lindly’s work has recently appeared in … Read More...
Seasonal Delights ~ Online Quarterly Magazine
I accidentally came across this online magazine tonight and wanted to share it with all of you…I personally after downloading the first issue, think it is an amazing magazine, and it is FREE! Below is a quoted description of the … Read More...
Vintage Book Reviews -The Mary Frances Knitting and Crocheting Book
Well, you might not agree. The three books I reviewed over the past few weeks as ‘reruns’ were all excellent books. But, this week’s book is CHARMING!! Even I find it amazing that I find this book so charming. I … Read More...
Novelty Candles That Last a Lifetime
These cheerful candles from Ablaze Candles are created with a design so that you can put one candle in the other. The bonus is that they will truly last. The outer shell can even be washed and the votive you … Read More...
“Inchies”
Just when you thought you could toss out those teensy scraps, along comes a little idea to use them up. (“Waste not/Want notâ€)
Cut your scraps into 1 ½†squares making sure you have a front and a back. … Read More...
Recycled Leftovers Part 2
Recycled Leftovers Part 2
Here are a few more ideas to clean out those closets.
Sweaters
·        Shrunken wool—Here’s something you once may have cried about, but can now rejoice over. That … Read More...
Axelhoney does it good
I have been a fan of Melissa Contreras work for the last couple years. A native Californian, Melissa currently resides in Fresno, CA. She worked for many years as a graphic designer, but now Melissa works mostly with gouache and … Read More...
Wool Food
I happened onto Katie’s blog, “The Wool Food Mama” and discovered some tasty felted treats. You have to see her blog to believe what Katie can do with roving. Go take a peak and be sure to view her… Read More...
Wichita Women’s Initiative Network
Prolific knitter and fellow Wichitan Jill pointed me in the direction of a great organization: Wichita Women’s Initiative Network. Among the products that these women craft with love are top-notch rugs ($30) and place mats ($20) made entirely from … Read More...
Knitting A Fendi Fake
We all hate when people steal out ideas and even worse our knitting patterns but I had to mention this Fendi “inspired” bag created by Cara. One can argue that it’s not copyrighted as it is different from the original, … Read More...
September Sampler Share
My September Sampler came with great anticipation on my part! Lots of goodies this month, especially appealing to my tactile senses! My September favorites:
I’ve had an obsession with letter press lately. So getting the charming blue gift cards from … Read More...
Sushi – Polymer Clay Style!
Is he taking you out to your favorite sushi restaurant tonight? No, but it’s Friday! Okay, well maybe that doesn’t mean a trip to the sushi bar, but it does mean it’s time for a little polymer clay silliness at … Read More...
Floss and Yarn
This great little blog is excellent eye candy!!! The author provides an informational commentary on her own progress as well as wonderful tutorials! Very nice!!