“Win Dyeing to Stitch” plus 36 more

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• Win Dyeing to Stitch
• Ta Dah!: Farmer’s Wife blocks
• Mystery quilt retreat at Butterfly Meadows
• Tutorial: Angry Birds Cupcake Toppers
• Drops Christmas Workshp 2011
• TeePee Cupcake Toppers
• Fish for Kids
• Stamping Cookies
• Tutorial: Sew a canvas envelope
• Tutorial: Thanksgiving countdown bunting
• Felt Mini Top Hat Ornament tutorial
• Tutorial: How to make pretty gathers
• I want a print of this Andy Warhol kitten album cover
• Fishy Cat
• Bon Noel!
• Freebie: Turkey Digital Stamp
• Monogrammed Woolens hats and mittens
• Lessons learned and beautiful results
• Olisa studies Bascom
• Tutorial: Painted and stitched canvas Christmas ornaments
• How to upcycle old napkin rings into fab new ones for Thanksgiving and Christmas
• Pretzel Eiffel Tower
• What is thin, stitchable, and hygienic?
• Inspiration: Ro Bruhn
• Polymer Clay Poppy
• Project: Winter Branch Card
• Tutorial: Two methods for mending jeans
• Tutorial: Upcycled Ruffles Dress for little girls
• Muppets. Sigh. Muppets. And Cake Pops.
• Tiny stitches to wear
• Tutorial: Make a striped cardigan from a crewneck sweater
• Tutorial: Stylish bag from faux leather
• DIY Wedding Chalkboard
• Donut Cake Pops
• Tutorial: Beginner’s Baby Dress with Puff Sleeves
• Men in heels
• Freebie | Vintage Christmas Printables

Win Dyeing to Stitch Posted: 12 Nov 2011 04:01 AM PST Victoria of The Silly BooDilly is giving away a copy of Candy Glendening‘s Dyeing to Stitch, a Quilting Arts DVD workshop. Victoria says, In her Dyeing to Stitch DVD, Candy walks us through the steps of her dyeing techniques. Breaking down the steps in a very user friendly way, she shows us exactly how to measure, mix and dye fabrics …

Ta Dah!: Farmer’s Wife blocks Posted: 11 Nov 2011 09:45 PM PST Sherri from A Quilting Life shows off the back of this Farmer’s Wife quilt block on her blog. I agree with her, it’s pretty from the back too. Click HERE to see the fronts to FW Flower Basket, Economy and Friendship. Image credit: A Quilting Life

Mystery quilt retreat at Butterfly Meadows Posted: 11 Nov 2011 08:56 PM PST Doesn’t this sound like fun? From the Butterfly Meadows Inn and Farm website, 2nd Annual New Year's Eve Mystery Quilt December 29-January 1, 2012 Join us for our 2nd Annual New Year’s Eve Mystery Quilt Event. Ann Smith will be here to quilt with you as you go step by step through the making of this “Mystery” quilt! …

Tutorial: Angry Birds Cupcake Toppers Posted: 11 Nov 2011 05:14 PM PST Find a tutorial with step-by-step photographs for these Angry Birds cupcake toppers HERE at Pure Joy Events. And bonus, there are Rice Krispies treats inside there. This is what cuteness results from a collaboration between Christine of Pure Joy Events, Loan of PhoebeCakes, and Xiaolu of 6 Bittersweets.

Drops Christmas Workshp 2011 Posted: 11 Nov 2011 04:42 PM PST The Drops Design database is thousands of free patterns strong. Come on over and celebrate Christmas with classy, fun, dressy, casual and full of Holiday spirit free patterns. HERE!!

TeePee Cupcake Toppers Posted: 11 Nov 2011 04:42 PM PST What’s better than a teepee made from candy and ice cream cones? A teepee made from candy and ice cream cones sitting on a cupcake. Find the how-tos HERE at Sweetology.

Fish for Kids Posted: 11 Nov 2011 04:38 PM PST Just a few radishes and some corn kernels adds such cuteness to a plate of fish. Granted, my picky eater would never ever touch a radish, let alone fish, but she’d gobble up the corn bubbles. Find fish for kids HERE at Just My Delicious.

Stamping Cookies Posted: 11 Nov 2011 04:35 PM PST Great, something else to add to my long wish list for Christmas: A “homemade” stamp. Check out these yummy looking cookies HERE at Prunille fait son Show.

Tutorial: Sew a canvas envelope Posted: 11 Nov 2011 03:54 PM PST Nicole from Improv Diary shows how to create a canvas version of large manila envelope.  It’s stitched together with contrast thread, with a flower motif free-motion stitched on the front.  A pair of buttons creates the closure.  Get the tutorial. [photo from Improv Diary]

Tutorial: Thanksgiving countdown bunting Posted: 11 Nov 2011 03:35 PM PST  Tatertots and Jello shares a tutorial for making a Thanksgiving countdown bunting.  The letters spell out the words “Be Thankful.”  A pocket on each flag holds a slip of paper describing a family activity to encourage your family to slow down, be thankful, and spend time together.  Get the tutorial. [photo from Tatertots & Jello] [via Positively Splendid]

Felt Mini Top Hat Ornament tutorial Posted: 11 Nov 2011 03:27 PM PST   Angel of FleeceFun is taking part in “Craft Snob” Ornament Parade this year with her stunning felt top hat Christmas tree ornament tutorial.  “Craft Snob” is having a "Handmade Ornament Parade", a month long procession packed with all the homemade ornament inspiration you’ll need to make for one happy holiday season.  Check out all the creative crafters…

Tutorial: How to make pretty gathers Posted: 11 Nov 2011 03:13 PM PST Colette Patterns shares a tutorial on their blog showing how to make pretty gathers for your sewing project.  The tutorial is an excerpt from Sarai Mitnick’s new book, The Colette Sewing Handbook.  Get the tutorial. [photo from The Coletterie]

I want a print of this Andy Warhol kitten album cover Posted: 11 Nov 2011 02:17 PM PST   I would pay. The David Bowieone… the London Calling one… they rock! You can find the kitten covers tumbler here for more kitteny goodness. as seen on Design Taxi: Legendary Album Covers Re-imagined with Kittens – DesignTAXI.com.

Fishy Cat Posted: 11 Nov 2011 02:13 PM PST I have seen a catfish, but I don’t think I have seen a cat made from fish until know, but you know what they say, you are what you eat! Stitch this poisson chat for a fun project – can’t you just see it done up in shades of gold like goldfish?

Bon Noel! Posted: 11 Nov 2011 02:08 PM PST Colorful holiday sayings include Buon Natale, Bon Noel, and Merry Christmas. Reminiscent of patchwork, stitch one or all to add to your holiday decor – give things an international flair with this free charts.

Freebie: Turkey Digital Stamp Posted: 11 Nov 2011 01:17 PM PST Leigh’s Paper Creations shares a cute free turkey digi stamp, click here to download. -Heather

Monogrammed Woolens hats and mittens Posted: 11 Nov 2011 10:10 AM PST My friend has just started doing this on her felted slippers and the results are amazing.  Start with clean 100 percent woolen accessories. Go to Martha Stewart's for complete instructions, your options with this technique are endless.  Dress up all your woolens.

Lessons learned and beautiful results Posted: 11 Nov 2011 10:07 AM PST Calamity Kim has been experimenting with creating wet-felted vessels and embellishing them with beading and embroidery. Learn from the lessons she shares and enjoy her abundant photos. Go to Kim’s blog post.

Olisa studies Bascom Posted: 11 Nov 2011 09:06 AM PST You’ll enjoy Olisa Corcoran‘s analysis of this well-known work by our beloved Bascom Hogue, Two Satyrs. Go to her blog post.

Tutorial: Painted and stitched canvas Christmas ornaments Posted: 11 Nov 2011 08:57 AM PST Melony from Mel Designs shows how to create one of a kind Christmas ornaments out of canvas and burlap.  The plain fabric is painted, stitched, and embellished to create a layered, collage-y decoration for your tree.  Get the tutorial. [photo from Mel Designs]

How to upcycle old napkin rings into fab new ones for Thanksgiving and Christmas Posted: 11 Nov 2011 08:56 AM PST We all have them, boring or out of style napkin rings. why not get dig them out and give them a face lift using the fun idea Carol sent in featured on her blog on how to upcycle old napkin rings that can take you from Thanksgiving to Christmas and for that mater with her technique all…

Pretzel Eiffel Tower Posted: 11 Nov 2011 08:29 AM PST Why is this so awesome? Maybe it’s the height to thinness of the pretzels ratio. Find The Pretzel Eiffel Tower HERE at Make the Best of Everything!. And extra bonus points for referring to the ice cream sundae Eiffel Tower I featured over a year ago!

What is thin, stitchable, and hygienic? Posted: 11 Nov 2011 08:05 AM PST Heidi of Embellished Dreams created this gorgeous flower brooch from an unusual fabric: baby wipes. She says, “After the baby wipe is dry it looks and feels like a very thin felt.” Imagine the implications for surface embroidery and other needle arts. Find out how she custom colored the wipes from her blog post. Many thanks…

Inspiration: Ro Bruhn Posted: 11 Nov 2011 07:04 AM PST Ro Bruhn‘s handmade journals are incredibly beautiful inside and out. Touchable. Inviting. Desirable. This particular journal already is sold; but you can watch her develop new journals on her blog and purchase them from her Etsy shop. Check out her blog. Ed. note: Ro Bruhn neither requested nor compensated this post.

Polymer Clay Poppy Posted: 11 Nov 2011 07:00 AM PST Here’s a lovely polymer clay poppy for Remembrance Day (Veteran’s Day in the US). The poppy is made by the immensely talented Elizabeth Bonura.

Project: Winter Branch Card Posted: 11 Nov 2011 06:21 AM PST   W Plus 9 Designs shares a video tutorial for making this winter branch card. I love the “faux snow” using Glossy Accents and glitter, it makes the perfect sparkly touch! -Heather

Tutorial: Two methods for mending jeans Posted: 11 Nov 2011 06:17 AM PST Chris from Pickup Some Creativity shows two ways that you can mend a hole in a pair of jeans.  One method uses a patch underneath, and the other uses a decorative patch on the top.  The tutorial is part of her Sewing 101 series.  Get the tute. [photo from Pickup Some Creativity]

Tutorial: Upcycled Ruffles Dress for little girls Posted: 11 Nov 2011 06:09 AM PST Jessica from Me Sew Crazy shows how she created her Upcycled Ruffles Dress.  The fabric to create this cute dress comes from unwanted clothing.   The dress was part of her entry into the Upcycled Challenge at Project Run and Play.  Get the how-to. [photo from Me Sew Crazy]

Muppets. Sigh. Muppets. And Cake Pops. Posted: 11 Nov 2011 06:08 AM PST There is a man in my life who has great meaning. He’s kind, giving, brilliant and creative. I adore him. (Oh, geez, forgot about my husband. OK, two men.) His name? Jim Henson. You say “The Muppets” or “Fraggle Rock” and I sniffle a little with such fond memories of childhood. Oh Mr. Henson, how can one brain have held…

Tiny stitches to wear Posted: 11 Nov 2011 06:03 AM PST I heart these little embroidered house brooches by LiliPopo. The tiny fabric bits, simple stitches, and vibrant colors–perfect wee compositions to wear on your purse or lapel. See more at her blog post. Ed note: LiliPopo neither requested nor compensated this post.

Tutorial: Make a striped cardigan from a crewneck sweater Posted: 11 Nov 2011 06:01 AM PST Jen from iCandy Handmade guest blogs in the Refashionista series at I Am Momma, Hear Me Roar with a tutorial showing how to remake a solid crewneck sweater into a striped cardigan.  You can’t see it in this photo, but the stripes are acutally appliqued strips of black lace fabric.  LOVE!  Get the tute. [photo…

Tutorial: Stylish bag from faux leather Posted: 11 Nov 2011 05:58 AM PST Sew4Home shows how to sew a stylish new bag out of faux leather.  The boxy bag with small square handles looks like something you could buy at a nice department store.  Get the tutorial. [photo from Sew4Home]

DIY Wedding Chalkboard Posted: 11 Nov 2011 05:14 AM PST Christina at Intimate Weddings shares how to turn an old framed painting into a versatile chalkboard for the wedding day and beyond! Click this link for a tutorial and more photos.

Donut Cake Pops Posted: 11 Nov 2011 05:08 AM PST I’ve posted on plenty of cake pops. And I’ve posted on plenty of donut pops. But I don’t think I’ve ever posted on a cake pop made to look like a donut pop. What else is left in the world of sweets on sticks? Find the how-tos HERE at Half Baked.

Tutorial: Beginner’s Baby Dress with Puff Sleeves Posted: 11 Nov 2011 05:03 AM PST Prudent Baby shares a free pattern and tutorial for making their Beginner’s Baby Dress with Puff Sleeves.  The simple jersey knit dress has a puff sleeves and a skirt gathered on to a loose-fitting bodice.  You can keep the dress simple, or add an applique to the bodice or contrasting panels on the skirt. Get the pattern and tutorial. [photo from Prudent Baby]

Men in heels Posted: 11 Nov 2011 05:02 AM PST Sylvia of Windy River shares photos of hand-embroidered shoes from yesteryear. These 18th-century Italian heels, for instance, were a man’s shoes. See many more fascinating photos at her blog post.

Freebie | Vintage Christmas Printables Posted: 11 Nov 2011 05:00 AM PST   The Lazy Basset is sharing nine vintage Christmas images with you. You can download them individually, or download a PDF file with them all sized for making cards and tags. Click here to go to the download.

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