Leisure Arts has another winner with the Crochet Stitches in Motion DVD
that teaches 12 pattern stitches and offers 8 projects. I was anxious to see this DVD because it includes demonstration of a long stitch, a stitch that has … Read More...
Pretty and Zingy Crochet Bracelet Tutorial
Lina from Stockholm, Sweden has this easy to make crochet bracelet tutorial on her blog “Kardemumma“. The instructions are in english and very easy to follow.
Happy Valentine’s Day!
Warm wishes for a wonderful Valentine’s Day Weekend to all of my extended polymer clay “family!”
Interlocking Hearts Dishcloth – Another Free Pattern
This is perhaps the coolest heart pattern I’ve seen yet. Here: http://www.docstoc.com/docs/3963101/lockedheartsdishcloth This pattern is copyrighted by Grace Lambie, 2.1.09
Please go visit the site, while I can’t post a picture, you will want to see this one. She’s also … Read More...
Beyond The Bead Mixed Media Jewelry Project & Book Giveaway
Margot Potter’s new book all about mixed media jewelry making “Beyond the Bead
” has hit the bookstands!!! Expect a book review here soon, but for now you can do one of the projects in the book.
Margot has … Read More...
Sneak Peek: New Alexander Henry releases
Bee Square Fabrics shares a sneak peek at some soon-to-be-released Alexander Henry fabrics on the Bee Square Blog. I’m drooling!! Check out the new fabrics and I promise you will, too.
Tutorial: Sweetheart silhouette pillows
Here’s a fun Valentine’s project – a pair of sweetheart silhouette pillows! Vicki Howell shows how to make them on her craft.rock.blog. Get the tutorial.
Tutorial: Heating pad from a sock
Need a quick last-minute Valentine’s Day gift? This tutorial from Just Deanna should fit the bill. She shows how to make a heating pad from a sock. Brilliant! Get the tutorial.
Get your stitch on
Learn it on the web:
(1) Framed stem stitch by Barbara Bergsten
(2) Stretching pearl purl by Mary Corbet
(3) Ceylon stitch by Deepa Balagopal
(4) Floral seam treatment by Shawkl
(5) Framed mosaic stitch by Barbara Bergsten
(6) Hemstitch … Read More...
Recycled bottles make beautiful drinking glasses.
Dharma Designs Blog introduces us to the blown and fused glass art of nickpaul on Etsy. They tell the story of how they ‘upcycle’ bottles into drinking glasses that are pure glass art.
Last year I picked up glasses … Read More...
More free quilt patterns
It’s one of those weeks where the quilting world feels especially inspiring. A fresh batch of quilt patterns has landed, and the mix is a lovely one—timeless classics alongside modern designs that feel fun and a little bit bold. Whether … Read More...
Just beautiful needlework
Here are some inspiring finds from around the interwebs:
(1) Aurora beaded art quilt by Lisa Walton
(2) Flip-Flop Paper Piecing Quilt by Mary Kay Mouton, which took first place for Best Miniature Quilt at the 2009 Road to … Read More...
Tutorial: Catnip pillows
Show some love to the feline in your life by making a catnip pillow. She’ll love you for it! Craft Leftovers has instructions to show you how. Get the tutorial.
Quilt patterns…free free free!
This week, quilting enthusiasts around the world are in for a treat. A variety of new quilt patterns have been released, ranging from traditional to modern designs. Quilters of all skill levels will find something to love, whether it’s a … Read More...
Tutorial bonanza
CHILLY CHEEKS NO MORE
If you walk outside like I walk outside in all kinds of weather, this might be a great freebie for you. My problem? No pony tail! Darn it! My hair is so fine that barettes just slide right out of … Read More...
Valentine’s Heart Math
Valentine’s Day is the perfect time to add some fun and engaging math activities to the learning day, and this conversation hearts graph activity from Blissful Kids is a great way to do it. Not only is this activity a … Read More...
Sew yourself a pair of spa slippers
Pamper yourself with a pair of handmade spa slippers! Craftynest shows how to make these slippers using a bath towel and an old pair of flip-flops. Get the tutorial. [via Sew and Sew]
Free Sewing pattern: Halloween Monster bat softie
Friday the 13th need not be unlucky. Take this monster stuffie, for example. Try as he might, this little guy can’t help but be cute. Get the free pattern from Elizabeth, You Were Born to Play that Part and make … Read More...
Pig Themed Party Food – Piggy Bites
Make piggy bread bites.