Here’s a quiz on what scented candle you are just for fun.
Which Scented Candle Are You?
Cinnamon. You are spicy, mysterious and the rest of the candle shelf is jealous of you because you over power them all.… Read More...
Quick and Easy Layout Ideas
 There’s no need to spend hours slaving to get an impressive looking layout. These layouts at Scrapbooks Etc. were created in just 15 minutes!
Paper Piecing Offers Accuracy
Quilters, have you tried your hand at paper piecing?
 
‘Tulips’ pattern from MH Designs.
Paper piecing, or foundation piecing, is another tool to consider adding to your quilter’s toolbox. Paper piecing offers accuracy and seemingly intricate piecing without … Read More...
Adventures in Cross Stitching
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 it in any scent … 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 (you … 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
How to Clean Antique Samplers Without Damaging the Stitching
Owning an antique sampler is a privilege. These pieces aren’t just embroidery — they’re personal history stitched into linen, often marking names, dates, alphabets, or family stories that have quietly survived for generations. Because of that, cleaning antique samplers needs … Read More...
AN OVERLOOKED CROCHET THREAD
I love cotton 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 to … 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...