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Quilting Gallery is sponsoring a new contest. Just e-mail a photo of your latest quilting project (even if it’s unfinished). You stand to win an adorable quilted wall hanging or some delicious fat quarters. Get all the details.
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To celebrate her birthday and the grand opening of her new online store, Heather Bailey is giving away patterns for this sweet fabric brooch. Heather’s blog says, “All orders received from Tues, August 12th through Weds, August 13th at 11:59pm … Read More...
A few cards short of a full deck? Put that incomplete deck to use by transforming cards into a striking tote, as shown in this Craftbits.com tutorial. While it may not be the most practical everyday purse, wouldn’t it … Read More...
Lilly Campbell has posted a divine tutorial for making a t-shirt quilt. The post is her farewell to CraftStylish as she heads off to college. It’s hard to believe this quilt (and this writing!) comes from one so young. … Read More...
Documenting life as it happens often times relies on the ordinary to jog our memories….you know, napkins, matchbook covers, paper towels, duct tape, old receipts from our “Kostanza wallets” to jot a quick note on. In my world, I … Read More...
Documenting life as it happens often times relies on the ordinary to jog our memories….you know, napkins, matchbook covers, paper towels, duct tape, old receipts from our “Kostanza wallets” to jot a quick note on. In my world, I … Read More...
Sue of Suestreehouse blog is sharing this pattern for piecing Sunbonnet Sam and Sue quilt blocks. Thank you so much, Sue! Download the pattern.
Sunbonnet Sue is a classic embroidery pattern that has been around since the late 19th … Read More...
Today’s Jewelry Artist interview is with ceramic bead artist Jennifer Heynen. Her business Jangles is located in Athens, GA and her colorful work appeared in many jewelry making magazines. She’s got an amazing array of ceramic products in addition to … Read More...
When you purchase a book, you never know what you are going to get unless you can locate numerous reviews. Most of the time Amazon has good reviews and you can get the flavor of a book and if it … Read More...
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Here’s a link to Crochet With Dee’s blog wherein she writes about the Amazing Needle on March 18 and 19. She calls this a ‘new’ technique. Dee is such a cheerleader for crochet and has loads of good ideas … Read More...
Nancy of Sassafras Creations combines two of her loves — knitting and recycling — to make beautiful jewelry, like this striking pendant. First, she drills into and cuts up the needles by hand, tiny piece by tiny piece, using a … Read More...
The Victoriana Quilters site includes a page of dozens of links to patterns for pincushions, accessories, and other fabric crafts. If you’re like me, you’ll get stuck there, browsing for ages. Great ideas and beautiful projects. (Don’t try to click … Read More...
I have noticed glitter in a lot of places lately…decking out lay-outs and adding bling to embellishments. My friend Crafty Chica created a FANTASTIC line of glitters you can find at Michael’s that are pretty special too. There is something … Read More...
You will surely get noticed carrying one of these cuties on your arm. Beth has named her felted bags and I am sure they are like her children. She admits she is a felting addict who loves to make unusual … Read More...
Time is running out to sign up for this year’s Bead Journal Project. Register by August 15; the project begins in September. See project requirements and registration information. And be sure to browse the art produced in previous … Read More...
Eva is known around Etsy for her sumptuously embroidered, whimsical softies. But Eva’s August 9 blog post reveals a new application for her beautiful little creatures. She created a custom ring-bearer pillow that is sure to surprise and delight all … Read More...
If you’re looking for some alternative materials to add to your jewelry projects, I encourage you to take a look at Nicole Noelle Sherman’s new book, Making Designer Jewelry from Hardware, Gems, and Beads. It’s packed with funky designs … Read More...
Well, taking the weekend off to clay didn’t do anything to bring my muse back. It was pitiful, nothing came out right and I just couldn’t get into it. So, what did I do? I surfed around Flickr again looking … Read More...
I made these summery scented layered candles today while it was pouring rain. I had a bit of a mishap with some cherry and lemon scented wax so ended up blending them together. They’re the pink tinged layer. The other … Read More...
British artist Emily Sutton‘s handpainted, hand-stitched bird sculptures are on display (and for sale) at St. Jude’s Modern British web site. Take time to browse the whole collection. You’ll be thrilled and astonished by her creations, and you’ll probably … Read More...
