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by jd wolfe
Once you’ve checked out the book I reviewed, Tunisian Crochet by Sharon H. Silverman, you might want to find some more information about tunisian crochet on the ‘net. Lucky you! I’ve done the research for you. There’s a lot of … Read More...
by jd wolfe
Once you’ve checked out the book I reviewed, Tunisian Crochet by Sharon H. Silverman, you might want to find some more information about tunisian crochet on the ‘net. Lucky you! I’ve done the research for you. There’s a lot of…
This must-see blog o’ daily inspiration for the crafter has yet again collected wonderful ideas for the foodie from the web (and I’m not just saying that because a few of my ideas are in the roundup, though it helps, … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
Whosies & Whatnots has created a pattern for her Pocket People. These little softies are sized just right to fit in a child’s hand. Their shape is simple, but when made from different fabrics and stitched with different expressions they … Read More...
Bargello Needlepoint blog links us to nine free holiday square patterns from Rainbow Gallery. The blog notes that the squares can “be made into ornaments, small box tops or pin cushions.” Get the designs.
by Terrye
Scarves are in! You can make them skinny or fat, lacy or cable-y and in every color of the rainbow. Here’s an easy scarf in a pretty spring green, although, of course, if green isn’t your thing, pink works too! … Read More...
What is Dichroic Coated Copper Foil and what is the big deal? If you’re a lampworker it’s a huge deal and if you’re a lampwork collector it’s going to be a big deal for you too!
Dichroic glass is a … Read More...
Originally uploaded by Amantecatl
I love the sentiment on this pendant by Flickr user Amentecatl. The rusted look and rainbow colors are such a nice touch, don’t you think? The Moscow-based artist is working on an … Read More...
Aren’t these glass beads amazing? Holy candy rainbow lentil beads! Laura Sparling has outdone herself. Be sure to sift through her blog and see the others she’s been cookin’ up.
If you know about glass beads you know that it … Read More...
by Wendy
This colorful ornament would be great in anyone’s home this year, no matter what the celebration was ! I just love the rainbow of colors that were chosen for it. I wonder if I can dig out room in a … Read More...
by Wendy
I’ve been lurking, ur uh, I mean looking around our Flickr site for some inspiration today. My muse seems to have left me recently. I sure wish she wouldn’t do that! I NEED her. I know that there are some … Read More...
by Alissa
Here are the details on the latest ReadyMade magazine MacGyer Challenge, due September 22. Show ’em your creativity!
MACGYVER CHALLENGE: PRESCRIPTION BOTTLES
Increasingly, stealing a peak into the average American’s medicine cabinet reveals a rainbow galaxy of brightly colored pills … Read More...
by jd wolfe
The second Harmony Guide from Interweave Press this year is the Crochet Stitch Motifs, 250 Stitches to Crochet. It’s 270 pages, edited by Erika Knight, and retails for $22.95 USD. This is another winner from Interweave Press! If you read … Read More...
With Independence Day coming up in the U.S. on Friday, patriotic patterns seem to be on everyone’s minds. Here’s a great free cross-stitch pattern with a seasonal flair. Thanks to designer Erica Michaels and Rainbow Gallery web site.… Read More...
by Alissa
Add these adorable daisies to the list of items that can be made from plastic bags. The Strewth! shop at Etsy, which features “the essence of the outdoors, the sea and surf of Australia,” makes these colorful cuties into magnets, … Read More...
by Alissa
Calling all skater-crafters (if any exist) … The 2ReVert shop at Etsy shows us how to transform the already-cool designs of skateboards into something fashionable and less space-consuming: jewelry. Well-crafted rings, necklaces, belt buckles, earrings and bangles all highlight the … Read More...