“A Sculpture Mosaic” plus 42 more

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• A Sculpture Mosaic
• Summer quilt and a mother’s guilt
• Balloon Tulips and Flowers – Tikkido
• Meet Jack B. Nimble
• Inspiration: Veronica Fuentes
• Free pattern: Hedgehog pincushion or softie
• Tutorial: Gathered pillowcase dress for little girls
• Getting Sunstruck
• Bead making for preschoolers (tutorial)
• Project: Stamped Tissue Case
• Congrats goes to………
• Love Bird Wedding Cakes
• Free Knitting Pattern: Bunny Hat and Booties
• Turn embroidery into a pillow
• DIY bridal headdress
• Recent needlework on the runways
• Knitted Dolls Winner!
• Hugs and Kisses Bracelet
• Tutorial: Knotless embroidery
• Tutorial: PC glasses case
• Sunflower Marshmallow Pops
• Upcycled Cardboard Earrings
• Sockupied Wants Your Sock Patterns
• Olympic Torch Cupcakes
• S’mores Shooters
• {Monday Moods at DIY Weddings} Sparkles & Dots
• Sunshine Sandwich
• Knitty’s First Fall Surprises are Out!
• Tutorial: Scarf bag
• Catch up with Vogue Knitting in Chicago or Charlotte
• Birdhouse and Blue Flowers
• Tutorial: One-shouldered Obi Dress for girls
• Freebie | “Everyday” Printable Journaling Cards
• Tutorial: Little girl’s bandana skirt
• Organizing the Craft Room
• Tutorial: Drop waist knit dress
• Tutorial: Slip Cover for a Baby Bjorn carrier
• Freebie | Printable Quote Cards for Project Life
• Project: Witch and Frog Shaker Card
• Procrastinate No More – Or Weave Me Up Scotty
• DIY Chocolate Box Wedding Favors
• Beach Week Sweets from The Partiologist
• Inspiration du Jour | Me

A Sculpture Mosaic Posted: 23 Jul 2012 08:58 PM PDT Last week I spent five days doing an intensive class with Christi Friesen who’s known for her whimsical sculpture and sculpted art jewellery. I have some pictures and stories to share but we’re starting the week off with non-CF sculpture. 1. p8, 2. Cupcake Thug, 3. Cat art doll, 4. Courage…

Summer quilt and a mother’s guilt Posted: 23 Jul 2012 08:00 PM PDT Amy Smart of Diary of a Quilter shows us some crafty finishes from a weekend of sewing. First up is this fresh and breezy quilt in the making. For non-quilters, you are looking at some of the blocks she laid out on her design board. Very pretty. Find out the pattern she’s using plus check out her second sewn item …

Balloon Tulips and Flowers – Tikkido Posted: 23 Jul 2012 07:19 PM PDT I would estimate that a large part of the population has at least one fond memory of a balloon. Balloons are an enduring symbol of the beautiful transient happiness of childhood. Making balloon flowers? An excellent way to put a smile on someones face. Learn how to create them in this great tutorial at Tikkido.…

Meet Jack B. Nimble Posted: 23 Jul 2012 04:42 PM PDT There’s an interview of one of my favorite needle artists over on MrXStitch. Jack B. Nimble is as kind as he is talented and erudite. Go to the post for a peek into his brain and his work.…

Inspiration: Veronica Fuentes Posted: 23 Jul 2012 04:37 PM PDT Veronica Fuentes shares images of the work she produced as an artist in residence at the Textile Arts Center. Definitely a residency well spent! See much more at her post.…

Free pattern: Hedgehog pincushion or softie Posted: 23 Jul 2012 04:31 PM PDT Lainie from Maker*land shares a free pattern and tutorial for making the cutest little hedgehog pincushion.  Look at her little hedgehog nose!  And the faux fur ”spikes”!  And those little ears and the pretty itty bow!   If you don’t want to stick your pins in him, he’d also make a sweet little softie toy.  Get the pattern and tutorial at Maker*land. [photo from …

Tutorial: Gathered pillowcase dress for little girls Posted: 23 Jul 2012 04:09 PM PDT Prudent Baby riffs on the classic pillowcase dress by adding an elastic neckline and waist – their Gathered Pillowcase Dress.  They share a tutorial showing how to make one.  Get the tute. [photo from Prudent Baby]…

Getting Sunstruck Posted: 23 Jul 2012 03:57 PM PDT Sometimes my job is really awesome. OK, a lot of times my job is awesome, but some days I get really great mail without even asking. Thanks to the wonderful folks at Knit Picks (thanks, Jenny!) I received a sample set of their new Sunstruck interchangeable knitting needles over the weekend. Almost immediately I cast on an knit a little …

Bead making for preschoolers (tutorial) Posted: 23 Jul 2012 03:34 PM PDT Kristin of "Kleas Blog" has been making these charming beads at their preschool.  Using the beads they made in school the children created sweet bracelets and necklaces.  Think of all the fun colors the children can use to express their personalities.   The children enjoy making what they call snakes the foundation of the bead.  They love using the wool …

Project: Stamped Tissue Case Posted: 23 Jul 2012 02:05 PM PDT I love seeing stamping used on something other than paper! This fabulous tissue holder is made from stamped fabric. It’s perfect for tossing in your purse, you can even stamp it to match your purse! Find directions from Karin over on the Lawnscaping Challenge blog. -Heather…

Congrats goes to……… Posted: 23 Jul 2012 01:57 PM PDT …. Shartl! You’re our winner of the A Muse Studio prize package!! Please respond to the e-mail I sent you to claim your prize. Thanks to everyone who entered! Heather…

Love Bird Wedding Cakes Posted: 23 Jul 2012 01:56 PM PDT This sweet cake would be perfect for a bird-themed wedding or bridal shower! Get the details about this and more love-bird-themed cakes at Things Festive!…

Free Knitting Pattern: Bunny Hat and Booties Posted: 23 Jul 2012 01:53 PM PDT This cute free knitting pattern for a bunny hat and booties from Lion Brand Yarn via Craft Foxes would make a really cute baby gift for a newborn, or make the larger hat size for a toddler to wear in the spring when there’s still a chill in the air. The patterns call for Vanna’s Choice yarn, but of course …

Turn embroidery into a pillow Posted: 23 Jul 2012 12:13 PM PDT Lisa of A Cuppa Tea with Me created this sweet embroidery in response to Feeling Stitchy’s July stitch-along. Can’t let something so pretty go to waste, so she made it the focal of a darling little patchwork pillow. See more views at Lisa’s blog post.…

DIY bridal headdress Posted: 23 Jul 2012 12:06 PM PDT Chris of Ella’s Craft Creations shows us the headpiece her daughter made and will soon wear as a bride. It’s a needlework masterpiece. See more views at Chris’ blog post.…

Recent needlework on the runways Posted: 23 Jul 2012 12:00 PM PDT It’s time for a roundup of needlework in the fall lines of haute couture from Susan Elliott. I adore these photo essays. And even though I know to expect extreme embroidery, I’m astonished every single time by the artistry of couture garments. See Susan’s Plays with Needles post.…

Knitted Dolls Winner! Posted: 23 Jul 2012 11:52 AM PDT I didn’t really mean for this giveaway to be over already (sorry, I’m new here…) but it closed so I went ahead and picked a winner, which is commenter 41, Betty. Betty said she made lots of stuffed animals before her first son was born, and that she loves Arne & Carlos, so I’m sure she’ll enjoy this one. For …

Hugs and Kisses Bracelet Posted: 23 Jul 2012 11:48 AM PDT Jane at Handmade Jewelry Club posted a link to this pretty bracelet from Beadifulnights called Hugs and Kisses. Take a look at the video tutorial from Beadifulnights to learn how it’s done.  …

Tutorial: Knotless embroidery Posted: 23 Jul 2012 11:45 AM PDT Carmel of Solomon Sewing shows us her technique for knotless embroidery that results in work that is as neat on the back as it is on the front. See her photo tutorial.…

Tutorial: PC glasses case Posted: 23 Jul 2012 11:36 AM PDT Jenny Henry gives us step-by-step instructions for creating this needlepoint glasses case that uses one of my all-time favorite media: plastic canvas! Go to her tute.…

Sunflower Marshmallow Pops Posted: 23 Jul 2012 11:26 AM PDT I made these sunflower marshmallow pops (ages ago, by the way, though I saved them to post this summer when I’m in the midst of housing renovation craziness) similarly to the flower cake pops in Sugarlicious. Painting lollipop sticks and cardstock cut-outs are easy ways to dress up marshmallow pops to look like flowers. Find the sunflower marshmallow pop how-tos …

Upcycled Cardboard Earrings Posted: 23 Jul 2012 11:24 AM PDT These dangle earrings designed by Tiffany Windsor are really stylish to come from such humble beginnings. See Tiffany’s tutorial at FaveCrafts to make some of your own!…

Sockupied Wants Your Sock Patterns Posted: 23 Jul 2012 10:06 AM PDT Here’s a last-minute call for entries for all you sock designers out there: Sockupied, the digital magazine devoted to socks from the folks at Interweave Press, is looking for designs for two editions that will be produced in 2013. According to the callout, Sockupied “focuses on technique-rich, clever patterns that enable knitters to take charge of their socks and …

Olympic Torch Cupcakes Posted: 23 Jul 2012 09:07 AM PDT The countdown to the Olympics is well underway now. If you’re searching for some sweets to serve, check out these Olympic torch cupcake cones HERE at Sweetology.…

S’mores Shooters Posted: 23 Jul 2012 08:53 AM PDT I was just recently bemoaning my lack o’ s’mores posts this summer given my over-indulgence in the stuff last year. I’m chipping away at that absence now because I can never resist a good cocktail. Find the recipe for these “S’moretini Shooters” (with marshmallow vodka!) HERE at How Sweet It Is.…

{Monday Moods at DIY Weddings} Sparkles & Dots Posted: 23 Jul 2012 08:38 AM PDT Polka dots go sophisticated and chic with a muted palette and just the right dash of sparkle in this snippet of an inspiration board featured at Revel!  For the complete board and lots of shoppable links click here.…

Sunshine Sandwich Posted: 23 Jul 2012 08:32 AM PDT This sunny sandwich is way too adorable to eat. Seriously, how can olives and radishes be so cute? Make a sunshine sandwich HERE at Canadian Family.…

Knitty’s First Fall Surprises are Out! Posted: 23 Jul 2012 08:19 AM PDT I love the days when Knitty releases new patterns. It feels like Christmas (or maybe this time of year, my birthday). Even if I don’t want to knit the patterns myself, it’s always fun to see what people are working on and what might be the next big thing in knitting. The first fall surprise patterns came out today, and …

Tutorial: Scarf bag Posted: 23 Jul 2012 08:01 AM PDT I am loving this scarf bag by Cathy from Trinkets in Bloom made!  The large scarves create a floaty, drapey effect, while an inner bag of stronger fabric holds your belongings.  She shares a tutorial showing how she did it.  Get the how-to. [photo from Trinkets in Bloom]…

Catch up with Vogue Knitting in Chicago or Charlotte Posted: 23 Jul 2012 07:47 AM PDT Vogue Knitting has been putting on knitting conferences complete with classes, a marketplace, fashion shows and other crafty events for a couple of years now, and they look like an awful lot of fun. Registration recently opened for the fall event in Chicago, which will be taking place October 26-28 at the glorious Palmer House Hilton in Chicago (man, would …

Birdhouse and Blue Flowers Posted: 23 Jul 2012 07:36 AM PDT Two little blue birds flit about this house of blue that is also framed by blue flowers. Free from Frimousse. This will be a great project to stitch up on a sunny day! Check out the free chart.…

Tutorial: One-shouldered Obi Dress for girls Posted: 23 Jul 2012 07:35 AM PDT Shannon from Googiemomma guest blogs in the Sewlebrity series at Family Ever After with a tutorial showing how she made her Obi Dress for girls.  This is such a pretty dress!!  It has a one-shouldered bodice, a tied sash waist, a pleated skirt, and pockets sewn into the side seams.  Go to her tutorial. [photo from Googiemomma…

Freebie | “Everyday” Printable Journaling Cards Posted: 23 Jul 2012 07:30 AM PDT Here is another set of printable everyday journaling cards, this time from Samantha of Smiling Colors. Sized 3×4 and available in JPG, PNG and PDF formats. Click here to go to the download.…

Tutorial: Little girl’s bandana skirt Posted: 23 Jul 2012 07:07 AM PDT Kiki from Kiki and Company guest blogs at Simple Simon & Co. showing how you can make a simple gathered skirt for a little girl out of a pair of bandanas.  The pattern around the edges of the bandanas makes a neat detail around the hem and at the side seams.  Her tutorial is part of the Skirting The Issue …

Organizing the Craft Room Posted: 23 Jul 2012 05:00 AM PDT My craft space is a very important part of me. I spend a lot of time in my craft room, and I have tons of supplies, so it has to be organized in a way that works for me. I actually thought I had shared my craft space with you here before, but after looking through apparently I haven’t! …

Tutorial: Drop waist knit dress Posted: 23 Jul 2012 06:56 AM PDT Abby from Abbtique and Morning By Morning Productions shows how she made this drop waist dress from knit fabric.  She thought she couldn’t wear this style because the ones in the stores always hit at the wrong spot.  But when she made one for herself, she could put the elastic drop waist exactly where it needed to be for her …

Tutorial: Slip Cover for a Baby Bjorn carrier Posted: 23 Jul 2012 06:44 AM PDT Abby from Sew Much Ado posts on her blog showing how you can make a slip cover for a Baby Bjorn carrier. Maybe your carrier has some staining, or maybe you’re just not into wearing solid black canvas across your front every day,or maybe you want to be able to remove the cover and give it a good wash.  Go to her …

Freebie | Printable Quote Cards for Project Life Posted: 23 Jul 2012 06:22 AM PDT Nat from My Sister’s Suitcase is sharing these colorful quotation cards for using with Project Life. The cards measure 3×4 and can be used on regular scrapbook pages too! Click here to go to the download.…

Project: Witch and Frog Shaker Card Posted: 23 Jul 2012 06:09 AM PDT It might seem just a wee bit early for Halloween but actually now is the time stamp companies are starting to show off their new holiday images. You can get a jump on Halloween with this adorable witch and froggy shaker card with new images from Impression Obsession. Directions are here on their blog. -Heather…

Procrastinate No More – Or Weave Me Up Scotty Posted: 23 Jul 2012 05:46 AM PDT Sarah London’s blog is always full of good information.  This tutorial is especially helpful. Not much is more daunting in the crochet world than facing the backside of an almost completed crochet piece made of many different colors of yarn.  All those ends to weave in!!!  I have never heard anyone say, “I can’t wait to get to weave in …

DIY Chocolate Box Wedding Favors Posted: 23 Jul 2012 05:36 AM PDT Give your wedding guests a sweet treat in a petite little box with a tutorial and a free template to download from A Spoonful of Sugar!…

Beach Week Sweets from The Partiologist Posted: 23 Jul 2012 05:33 AM PDT As one from a beach-faring family, I grew up with sand in my toes. Plus, I just spent a week the beach. And for so many other reasons, I appreciate a week devoted to beach-themed sweets. Especially those as cute as these. Find all the goodies, with how-tos, at The Partiologist. One of my favorites is this clever and …

Inspiration du Jour | Me Posted: 23 Jul 2012 03:00 AM PDT Me | my3blessings {GALLERY} {BLOG}…

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