This is a cause that is close to my heart as I have a son who is currently in Iraq. Just saying that makes me cringe, but, yes, it was his choice, there is no draft, and we support him … Read More...
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Handmake Your Holidays
Today we’re celebrating Handmade Holidays on the Craft Gossip Network! This year, it seems most people, myself included, are committing to to either hand making their ornaments and gifts, or buying handmade items from sources such as Etsy.
I’ve scored … Read More...
Snow Folks Beanbags
Snow Folks Beanbags! Who knew snow could have so much personality? These easy-sew beanbags will be happy to spread good cheer as stocking stuffers, ornaments, or package decorations.
Free Ornament Patterns, and an Entrelac Tutorial!
Get those needles out, drag out the yarn, and cast on…..
All of these Ornament Patterns are FREE on Berocco’s Site!
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Entrelac Tutorial, here:
Now, create a scarf with your new skills!http://knittyotter.typepad.com/otterknits/2007/03/entrelac_scarf_.html
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Memphis Fingerless Gloves by … Read More...
Free pattern: Poinsettia ornament
Make this quick and easy felt ornament from the pattern and instructions available on the Better Homes and Gardens site.
Looking for more Christmas Embroidery Patterns? Check these out on Etsy or check out these Pattern books on Amazon.… Read More...
Tutorial: Little house ornament
Pimp Stitch diva Lauren Brandy has designed an ornament that you’re going to want to make by the dozen for your Christmas tree (and those of everyone you know). The possibilities for variations are endless. I need to get started … Read More...
Free pattern: Log-cabin tree quilt
Janet Wickell, editor of About.com’s quilting blog, is sharing the pattern for this Christmas Tree quilt made from log cabin blocks. Janet says, “Decorate this tree for the holidays by sewing on lots of buttons or charms to … Read More...
Inspiration: SnappyBibs
Jacqueline Asher, aka SnappyBibs, is a goddess of machine embroidery. For most of her products, she draws and digitizes her own designs, and they rock. You can see her work on her blog and in her Etsy shop… Read More...
An embarrassment of embroidery riches
I just stumbled across a perfectly amazing blog: Christmas Ornament Stitch-A-Long. Did everyone know about this site but me? The project claims a huge crew of needleworkers, listed in the sidebar. (Lots of great blog-hopping there.) Each month, the … Read More...
Great idea: Filigree + embroidery
I’ve just discovered Guyot Brothers, a manufacturer of filigree jewelry findings. The Guyot Brothers site notes a use for these metal bits and baubles that never before occurred to me: They can be used as miniature needlepoint or … Read More...
INDIE CROCHET
There are any number of websites and a couple of great magazines out there for indie (independent) crafts which includes indie crochet. The projects are very eclectic in genres and tend to appeal more to younger crafters (altho’ I’m quite … Read More...
Ornament Thursday
Today’s project is a simple ornament that can do double duty as a gift tag. I love embellishing gifts with a little something extra!
Materials:
polymer clay (I used scrap colors in red, olive, teal and white)
vellum paper
ribbon… Read More...
Ornament Thursday
Welcome Ornament Thursday surfers!
My contribution is a non-traditional ornament featuring a dragonfly stamp. Perfect if your tree features a garden or floral theme. This project is suitable for beginners.
Materials:
Polymer clay Bead (instructions for bead)
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Star Bright
Do you see what I see? A star ornament by Louise Fischer Cozzi (PDF) that calls for translucent clay, gold leaf paint and some holiday inspired text. The example uses the words from “Twas the Night Before Christmas.” You … Read More...
Create a dazzling array of polymer clay snowflakes using Ultra Light polymer clay. This project comes from Leigh Ross via Polymer Clay Central.
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Deck the Halls
Join me for a week of free holiday polymer clay ornament projects featured on the web. Here are two to start with that repurpose holiday decorations you may already have stashed away: