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Tuesday, October 9, 2012

“The Woven Glass of Eric Markow and Thom Norris” plus 36 more

“The Woven Glass of Eric Markow and Thom Norris” plus 36 more


The Woven Glass of Eric Markow and Thom Norris

Posted: 08 Oct 2012 06:08 PM PDT

Saw this kimono made of woven glass and had to learn more about who made it. I found myself over at wovenglass.com and what I saw was just wonderful. Eric Markow and Thom Norris make both functional and fine art by weaving glass. Very impressive work. Love their web site too. A great design sense these guys have. They’re based …


Surveys for Synergy

Posted: 08 Oct 2012 06:04 PM PDT

Have you had a peek at PolymerClayDaily today? With the usual incredible artwork is a link to a survey Cynthia has up for her Synergy 3 presentation.

Haven’t heard about Synergy 3 yet? Have a browse of all the goodness going on.…


Twine Pumpkins

Posted: 08 Oct 2012 05:09 PM PDT

IMG_0446These little pumpkins would make such a cute decoration on a Halloween Tree! It’s definitely a messy craft, but sometimes the messiest crafts make the best memories with your kids!! You can find the fun tutorial over at Buzzmills.


Tutorial: Soft fabric Dandiya dance sticks

Posted: 08 Oct 2012 04:59 PM PDT

Palak from Make It Handmade created a set of soft fabric Dandiya dance sticks for her young children to use during their Navrati celebration.  Traditional Dandiya are made of wood, but her soft fabric version is safer for toddler hands.  Get the how-to at Make It Handmade.

[photo from Make It Handmade]…


Printmaking With Texture

Posted: 08 Oct 2012 04:48 PM PDT

I absolutely love looking at all of the creations that Vicki makes with Children in mind. This printing technique using different items has a wonderful outcome. You can find the tutorial and the materials used on Art with Kids.


Cute Halloween Mask Printable

Posted: 08 Oct 2012 04:41 PM PDT

This mask is adorable if you want a cute photo of your child for Halloween, or just want to have a fun Halloween theme day in your home or school! You can get the printable over at Pane, Amore e Creativita.


Tutorial: Bundt pan inspired pleated pillow

Posted: 08 Oct 2012 04:30 PM PDT

Kristin from Skirt As Top guest blogs in the Sew Yummy series at Craftstorming with a tutorial showing how to make this gorgeous pleated pillow.  The starburst pleats are inspired by the swirly pattern on the bottom of a Bundt pan. The linen fabric she used makes the pleated design the star of this pillow.  Get the tutorial.

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Tutorial: Colorful scrappy quilted scarf

Posted: 08 Oct 2012 04:10 PM PDT

I am loving this colorful, scrappy scarf!  Emily from Today’s Mama shows how to make one.  The construction is just as free form and finished product.  She layers and quilts the scraps together in a long chain, stitching it as she goes.  In the same post, she also shows how to make soft knit fabric scarf edged with pom pom trim.  …


Mummy Pretzel Rods

Posted: 08 Oct 2012 02:15 PM PDT

Chocolate Mummy PretzelsGiven my love o’ the chocolate pretzel combo and my penchant for treats that are quick and clever to make, I’m very much digging these chocolate mummy pretzel rods.Find the directions to make them HERE at Miss CandiQuik.  Via Craftfoxes.…


Simple Bloody Zombie Cookies

Posted: 08 Oct 2012 02:07 PM PDT

So simple and utterly perfect for Halloween: Bloody zombie cookies. I can easily see a plateful of these inspiring a few chuckles at the Halloween party. Make bloody zombie cookies HERE at Food and Femininity.…


Inspiration: Halloween Card

Posted: 08 Oct 2012 01:52 PM PDT

Wow, that about sums up this amazing Devilish Halloween card from Silvie Z!! Visit her blog for more photos and get inspired!

-Heather…


Giveaway: Goodies from Kollage

Posted: 08 Oct 2012 01:06 PM PDT

kollage square needlesSo sorry last week got away form me without a giveaway! I’ll make it up to you this week with a really great one.

Do you know about Kollage Yarns? This is a really fun company that makes some wonderful eco-friendlier yarn using materials like corn, milk, soy, organic cotton and recycled denim fiber.

They also make awesome Square


CRAFT: Needle Felted Acorns tutorial

Posted: 08 Oct 2012 12:46 PM PDT

Sisters Shannon and Jen (they are really sister-laws) live in Pennsylvania near family and co-host "Eat-Sleep-MAKE"!  They both love sewing and crafting and are generously sharing their needle felted acorn.  I have never done the felt part of the acorn needle felting only wet felting, but I will give it a try. When you visit their blog "Eat-Sleep-MAKE" you’ll …


DIY German Glass Glitter Leaves

Posted: 08 Oct 2012 11:28 AM PDT

German Glass Glitter Leaves via Limn & LovelyAdd some sparkle and a bit of rustic charm to your wedding with German glass glitter and autumn leaves! Use them for place settings, favor boxes, garlands and more. Get the tutorial created by Polly at Limn & Lovely.

Autumn Aflame Mood Board via Limn & Lovely

While you’re there, be sure to check out this gorgeous Autumn Aflame mood board inspired by the glittery leaves. Gorgeous!…


Newsy: Giveway winners for Sew Sassy Buttons

Posted: 08 Oct 2012 11:12 AM PDT

I have news. Before my latest Sew Sassy Buttons contest ended, the creator of Sew Sassy Buttons (Sam of Hunter's Design Studio) contacted me to say she wanted to give a second winner their choice of four buttons. Wow. Thank you Sam! So, today, I’m announcing the two winners drawn using Random.org. They are commenters 47 and 30, …


Win a Copy of Berroco’s New Baby Book

Posted: 08 Oct 2012 11:03 AM PDT

comfort knitting babies and toddlersComfort Knitting and Crochet: Babies and Toddlers has been sitting on my bedside table for a few weeks now, waiting to be looked at (it could be I’m a little over baby knitting right now because I’m finishing up my book and just don’t want to judge my book against it and vice versa). The little bit I’ve flipped through …


Free pattern: Hedgehog softie

Posted: 08 Oct 2012 10:47 AM PDT

This precious little hedgie is named Podge, and she can be yours. Helen of Bustle & Sew is offering the pattern for this sweet softie through her free newsletter. Go to her blog post to sign up for all the free goodness. And while you’re there, enjoy the little video of Podge, her big brother Hodge, and their cousins …


Tutorial: Scrappy background for embroidery

Posted: 08 Oct 2012 10:35 AM PDT

Kirsty of You Had Me at Bonjour shows us how to use tiny scraps to create a background for embroidery. (Oh, great! Now I won’t even be able to throw away the inchies!) See her rockin tutorial.…


How to make a mummy action figure

Posted: 08 Oct 2012 09:43 AM PDT

This is so cute! If you think so and want to make one pop on over to the blog Happy Hour Projects and follow Adrianne’s tutorial on how to make a pose-able mummy action figure out of scrap fabric.…


Newsy: Spoonflower hosts giveaway | Trip for two to QuiltCon

Posted: 08 Oct 2012 09:40 AM PDT

Heads up! Spoonflower is giving you a chance to win a trip to QuiltCon. Their announcement of the event reads:

Spoonflower wants to send you and a friend to attend the first annual QuiltCon being held by the Modern Quilt Guild in Austin, Texas, February 21-24, 2013. Prize includes airfare for two from any major US airport, accommodations & meals,


{Modern Wedding Inspiration} DIY Pumpkins

Posted: 08 Oct 2012 09:39 AM PDT

Modern Wedding Inspiration: DIY Pumpkins via Modernly WedPumpkins aren’t just for rustic, outdoors weddings anymore! Modernly Wed shares 4 fresh takes on this Autumn wedding staple that would be perfect for the modern bride.…


Twig Candle Holder

Posted: 08 Oct 2012 09:23 AM PDT

From Panka With Love created a tutorial for making rustic candle holders with twigs. Check out the tutorial.…


{Monday Moods at DIY Weddings) Pomegranate & Pewter

Posted: 08 Oct 2012 09:09 AM PDT

Pomegranate and Pewter Mood Board via Limn & LovelyRich reds inspired by pomegranates create a lush and beautiful ambiance for a fall or winter wedding in this stunning mood board featured at Limn & Lovely.…


Halloween Ebook {Winners Announced}

Posted: 08 Oct 2012 08:35 AM PDT

I’m happy to announce the winners of this wonderful giveaway for this great Halloween Ebook called :  Hair Raising Halloween from Partycraft Secrets. If you didn’t win, you can still purchase this great Halloween resource in time for the spooky season here.

Here are the winners chosen by Random.Org

Comment #2- smfsprout wrote:

‘I think the skeleton gingerbread …


Win a wee casket

Posted: 08 Oct 2012 07:54 AM PDT

This is the cutest little coffin ever, right? Totally handmade, beautifully embroidered. Funky, a little dark, a little witty, elegant. It’s all those things. And it could be yours. Its creator, Heather of In Love with Threads, is giving it away! Go to her blog post for entry requirements. Deadline: October 15, 2012.…


Belle Noel stocking kits stitch up quickly

Posted: 08 Oct 2012 07:43 AM PDT

Seth Berman of NeedlePaint sent us a heads-up about their Quick Stitch needlepoint Christmas stocking kits. The NeedlePaint blog says,

Are you running out of time to finish multiple stockings this year? If so, our Belle Noel Needlepoint Christmas Stocking collection may be just what you need. Not only do they look great, but Peggy finished this stocking in just


Three Little People

Posted: 08 Oct 2012 07:26 AM PDT

A trio of little folks to stitch as a group or to stitch individually as a sweet little project. Free from Brigitte Dadaux. Check out the free project.


Free pattern: Felt fox brooch

Posted: 08 Oct 2012 07:10 AM PDT

Susi from Lilla Luise shares a pattern and a tutorial for making this sweet little fox brooch.  He makes a cute embellishment for a fall sweater.  You could also turn him into a pretty hair accessory for a little girl.   Get the template and the tutorial.

[photo from Lilla Luise]…


And the SMASH goes to…………

Posted: 08 Oct 2012 07:05 AM PDT

…Congrats Jacilynn!! You’ve won the SMASH prize package giveaway from K and Company!! Please respond to my e-mail to claim your prize.

Thanks to all who entered!

-Heather…


Tutorial: Trick or Treat Holders

Posted: 08 Oct 2012 07:00 AM PDT

Heather from The Sewing Loft shows how to make her Trick or Treat Holders.  They’re cute Halloween themed ornaments with a slit cut in the back to hold a sucker.   Get the tute.

[photo from The Sewing Loft]…


Tutorial: How to take in a sweater that’s too big

Posted: 08 Oct 2012 06:53 AM PDT

The Renegade Seamstress shows what to do when you find a sweater that’s perfect in every way but one – it’s too big.  It’s actually a fairly quick fix to take it in at the sides and take some length off of the arms.  Go to her tutorial to see how to do it.

[photo from The Renegade Seamstress]…


Tutorial: Squid Halloween costume for a child

Posted: 08 Oct 2012 06:45 AM PDT

Kirstin from Kojo Designs shows how to make a squid Halloween costume for a child.  The construction is similar to making a hooded towel, but this is out of felt and the bottom edge is shaped like tentacles.  Get the how-to.

[photo from Kojo Designs]…


Tutorial: Spiderweb throw pillow

Posted: 08 Oct 2012 06:31 AM PDT

Amy from Positively Splendid shows how to make this fun spiderweb throw pillow.  The large felt spiderweb is actually a decoration she found at the dollar store.  She stitched it to the pillow base, and then added a jeweled embellishment.  Get the how-to.

[photo from Positively Splendid]…


Tips: Stamping Technique Tag

Posted: 08 Oct 2012 06:01 AM PDT

There are so many different stamping techniques out there is can be hard to keep track of them all. The Hero Arts blog has a terrific idea called a Technique Tag, you make a sample for the front of the tag and print up the directions on the back. They even have three printable techniques to start you out! What …


Dressing

Posted: 08 Oct 2012 05:34 AM PDT

 

 

It seems that crocheters are always searching for dress patterns – real dresses, dressy dresses, wedding dresses, kid’s dresses.  Bethany over at CraftFoxes has gathered some helpful links for those who want to crochet a dress.  This is a great starting place!  The patterns Bethany has posted are ones that are free around the internet.  There are several …


2 Clever Halloween Ideas to Try

Posted: 08 Oct 2012 04:00 AM PDT

Here are two unusual and clever ideas for Halloween that I recently came across.

1. 5 Minute Boo-Yah pumpkin from The Swell Life

2. Printable Lil’ Death figurine from Stitch Punk

Have fun, and Boo-yah!…


Inspiration du Jour | Favorites

Posted: 08 Oct 2012 03:00 AM PDT

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