Janet Perry of Nuts About Needlepoint challenges you to learn a new technique — converting a cross-stitch chart to needlepoint — and bust your stash at the same time. She invites readers to apply a variety of stitches and threads to the lovely abstract chart designed by Connie G. Barwick of About.com. The challenge ends July 2, and the winner will receive a copy of Janet’s Needlepoint Trade Secrets. Find out more.
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How to make celebration clay
This ball of clay is so pretty. Even if you didn’t make anything with it it is still so fun. I can’t stop thinking about what I would make with this sparkly confetti clay. Pop on over to the blog Mama Papa Bubba for the tutorial and tips on how to make celebration clay.