“Degenerate Craft Fair – Brooklyn, NY” plus 30 more

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• Degenerate Craft Fair – Brooklyn, NY
• Tutorial: Candle Holder
• Paper Botanical Jewelry
• New Stuff from Bronwen Heilman
• The perfect touch
• Take a class at the Textile Arts Center
• Stitch your own washi designs
• Product review: EZ Tack-It
• Sign up to learn from SharonB
• Cheery Candle Stick Holders
• Tutorial: Stenciled robot applique shirt
• Tutorial: Pocket Advent calendar wall hanging
• Tutorial: Little boy rugby hoodie
• A whole bunch of recycled cork projects and a giveaway!
• Square Paper Lanterns
• Merry Xmas Cross Stitch Chart
• Melted Marshmallow Cookies
• The Jewish Manhattan
• Free Pattern: Liberty Wool Socks
• How to make a recycled wire hanger ornament
• Candy Christmas Tree Pops
• Apple Owl
• Snowman Jar O’ Sweets
• Early Bird Pricing Extended for Vogue Knitting Live
• ‘The Force is Strong’ with these Christmas ornaments
• Tutorial: Bias bound burlap placemats
• Tutorial: Tribal sweatershirt redo
• Tutorial: Double piping seam detail
• Tutorial: Art Tote To Go
• Project: Stamped Holiday Candles
• Tutorial: Drawstring bag beginner sewing project

Degenerate Craft Fair – Brooklyn, NY Posted: 28 Nov 2012 11:29 PM PST If you’re in the market for a different kind of craft market, the degenerate craft fair might be the place for you. Started and run by artists, the focus here is on erasing lines between art and craft, allowing for a variety of handmade goods. For the fourth year of the fair, there are over 50 artists exhibiting and selling …

Tutorial: Candle Holder Posted: 28 Nov 2012 08:32 PM PST This tutorial says it’s geared towards Mother’s day but I think it would be a great Christmas touch if you glitz-ed up the leaves or used a poinsettia colour scheme. Festive holiday candles would add to the scene.…

Paper Botanical Jewelry Posted: 28 Nov 2012 06:58 PM PST Take a look at Susan Lomuto’s post at Daily Art Muse about Begoña Rentero’s lovely botanical jewelry. Begoña first makes paper from cotton and silk and then forms botanically inspired jewelry that derives some of its realism from the natural pigments she uses to tint the paper. Begoña’s work is available for purchase from The Island Gallery.…

New Stuff from Bronwen Heilman Posted: 28 Nov 2012 06:51 PM PST Just got Bronwen Heilman’s newest newsletter. It’s always so inspiring to see what she’s working on. Well this time it’s some great jewelry utilizing recycled bike inner tubes. OMG! So cool!! I want a bracelet. Between the colors and the bead at the clasp…awesome. But I do love Bronwen’s work. It’s always evolving and very eco-conscious. And if you wander …

The perfect touch Posted: 28 Nov 2012 06:30 PM PST You know I love the teeny-tiny needlework pendants by Corinne of So September. So of course I think this is the most perfect piece of holiday-themed jewelry ever! Imagine Corinne’s bitty mistletoe in its silver frame against a black velvet top or a bright red sweater. Put it on your Christmas list. Or buy it for yourself — you’ve been …

Take a class at the Textile Arts Center Posted: 28 Nov 2012 06:22 PM PST If you live in or near Brooklyn, New York, you could attend live classes at the Textile Arts Center! The spring catalog is already live! Go to the TAC blog post for the link to the class list and registration details. (Hey! That’s a Jimmy McBride quilt — the real thing — on the wall behind those weavers! Imagine …

Stitch your own washi designs Posted: 28 Nov 2012 06:10 PM PST How can stitchers get in on the wild washi-tape craze? Stitch images of washi tape! Mollie of Wild Olive shows us how to create our own washi designs in embroidery. The possibilities are endless! See Mollie’s tutorial.…

Product review: EZ Tack-It Posted: 28 Nov 2012 06:03 PM PST Janet Perry of Nuts About Needlepoint reviews a product for stitchers who use stretcher bars: the EZ Tack-It tool. See what she has to say about it.…

Sign up to learn from SharonB Posted: 28 Nov 2012 05:52 PM PST SharonB of Pin Tangle has opened registration for her first couple of online classes for next year: Encrusted Crazy Quilting (starting February 13) and Sumptuous Surface Embroidery (starting March 7). Sharon is known for presenting interesting, thorough instruction in a supportive environment, so her classes fill quickly. If you would like to learn from the master of encrustation, go to …

Cheery Candle Stick Holders Posted: 28 Nov 2012 05:03 PM PST Eve of Reduction guest blogged at Mod Podge Rocks recently, sharing an awesome idea for converting an old crib and some scrap wood into lovely candle holders. See how it was done.…

Tutorial: Stenciled robot applique shirt Posted: 28 Nov 2012 03:52 PM PST Jennifer from Monkey See, Monkey Do shows how she created a stenciled robot applique on a t-shirt for her son.  The robot is stenciled on to a patch that she stitched down to the shirt. She accented the stencil with a stitched outline around the robot and a couple of buttons for eyes.  She also added layered sleeves to turn …

Tutorial: Pocket Advent calendar wall hanging Posted: 28 Nov 2012 03:25 PM PST Cintia from My Poppet shows how to make an Advent calendar wall hanging.  It’s covered in pockets to hold a small gift or candy for each day in Advent.  She used a bright palette of purples and yellows and oranges for a nontraditional look that seemed more appropriate for their warm Australian Christmas weather.  Love!  Get the tute. [photo from My Poppet]…

Tutorial: Little boy rugby hoodie Posted: 28 Nov 2012 03:00 PM PST Vanessa from Designs By Sessa guest blogs in the Knock It Off series at Elegance & Elephants with a tutorial showing how she made this little boy rugby hoodie, inspired by a similar shirt  from Gap.  The base of the shirt is refashioned from an adult-sized top, with the hood and layered sleeves made from scrap knit. She made the patches …

A whole bunch of recycled cork projects and a giveaway! Posted: 28 Nov 2012 02:50 PM PST Over at the Brass Paper Clip there is a whole bunch of great recycled cork crafts, a great giveaway and if that weren’t enough there is a bit about how corks are made!…

Square Paper Lanterns Posted: 28 Nov 2012 12:29 PM PST In an effort to make a paper candle luminary that was a little different than the norm, Easy Paper Crafts decided to make some square paper candle holders. Check out how it’s done.…

Merry Xmas Cross Stitch Chart Posted: 28 Nov 2012 11:28 AM PST Miss T has created a free ornament pattern for us to stitch and enjoy. Grab it now from her blog and stitch it up in the color(s) of your choice. Check it out.…

Melted Marshmallow Cookies Posted: 28 Nov 2012 11:04 AM PST I’m in love with this idea. The results are so pretty, but the how-tos utterly simple. Make melted marshmallow cookies for store-bought goodies HERE at Ginger Fig.…

The Jewish Manhattan Posted: 28 Nov 2012 11:01 AM PST I always seem to push the cocktails during the holiday season, for any family gathering. Why is that? Family, holidays and cocktails just go together. Make a “Jewish Manhattan” for Hanukkah, and read the story of said cocktail, HERE at 12 Bottle Bar.…

Free Pattern: Liberty Wool Socks Posted: 28 Nov 2012 10:30 AM PST This time of year just begs for knitting socks, whether you’re making them to warm your own toes or those of someone you love as a holiday gift. It’s even better when the weather is cold and gloomy if you can bring a lot of color into your knitting, which Andi Clark did with her Liberty Wool Socks, designed …

How to make a recycled wire hanger ornament Posted: 28 Nov 2012 09:36 AM PST These yarn wrapped monogram ornaments are just darling. What a great use of scrap yarn. See how to make yarn wrapped wire letter ornaments over at the blog Home Heart Craft.…

Candy Christmas Tree Pops Posted: 28 Nov 2012 08:59 AM PST What a sweet and easy idea… Turn peppermint candies into Christmas tree pops. I love the little candy cane and holly leave accoutrements, too. Find the how-tos HERE at Sugartown Sweets. And for more gorgeous sweets, and only slightly more complicated (but look at the results!), make these beautiful Christmas tree candy ornaments HERE at Sugartown Sweets. …

Apple Owl Posted: 28 Nov 2012 08:57 AM PST How can a plain apple look so much like an owl? You clever people you. Make this guy HERE at Dinnertool, from Jill of Kitchen Fun with My 3 Sons.…

Snowman Jar O’ Sweets Posted: 28 Nov 2012 08:54 AM PST Yep, it’s a crazy adorable, glittery, snowy jar o’ whipped cream and candy. Find the how-tos to decorate the jar and fill with dessert HERE at Hoopla Palooza.…

Early Bird Pricing Extended for Vogue Knitting Live Posted: 28 Nov 2012 08:19 AM PST Because of the storm called Hurricane Sandy and the spirit of the season overtaking them, the good people who put on Vogue Knitting Live have decided to extend their early bird pricing structure through Dec. 4. This event takes place Jan 18-20 (that’s 2013, y’all) at the Marriott Marquis in Times Square in New York City. As usual, it will …

‘The Force is Strong’ with these Christmas ornaments Posted: 28 Nov 2012 07:43 AM PST Amy of "while wearing heels" has a tutorial and she suggests "Come to the dark side of the Christmas tree and learn to make your own Darth Vader or Boba Fett felt Christmas ornaments. May the force be with you"!  I am sure any fan of Darth Vader or Boba Fett will love these on their Christmas tree, who said …

Tutorial: Bias bound burlap placemats Posted: 28 Nov 2012 07:23 AM PST Ruby from ZaaBerry shows how to make a burlap placemat.  The edges around bound with bias tape for a fun contrast and edges that won’t fray.  She used a burlap printed with a leaf pattern, but if you can’t find a burlap print you leave them plain or create a design of your own using a stencil.  Go to her …

Tutorial: Tribal sweatershirt redo Posted: 28 Nov 2012 07:07 AM PST Alida from Alida Makes shares a tutorial over at Love Stitched showing how she remade a clearance rack boxy sweatshirt into one with a wider neck, a slimmer fit, and a cool tribal pattern.  Get the tute. [photo from Alida Makes on Love Stitched]…

Tutorial: Double piping seam detail Posted: 28 Nov 2012 06:54 AM PST Ashley and Emily from Frances Suzanne share a tutorial over at Project Run and Play showing how they used piping to accent a little girl’s dress.  They used several shades of piping, creating an ombre effect by using the lighter shades near the top of the dress and moving to darker shades near the bottom.  Some of the seams are …

Tutorial: Art Tote To Go Posted: 28 Nov 2012 06:44 AM PST Head over to the Basic Grey blog to find out how to make this Art Tote To Go.  The lined tote is big enough to hold a pad of paper or a few coloring books, and pockets on the outside are just right for holding a selection of markers.  Get the how-to. [photo from Basic Grey blog]…

Project: Stamped Holiday Candles Posted: 28 Nov 2012 06:42 AM PST How pretty are these candles?? This little owl looks so cozy in his scarf, and the tree is so elegant. Hop on over to the Lawn Fawn stamps blog and learn how to make a stamped candle. These would make perfect gifts! -Heather…

Tutorial: Drawstring bag beginner sewing project Posted: 28 Nov 2012 06:30 AM PST A drawstring bag is a good first project for someone learning to sew.  Melissa from Blank Slate Patterns and Melly Sews shows how to make one.   With just a couple of straight seams, the sewing is easy and can be completed in one sitting.  Go to her tutorial. [photo from Melly Sews]…

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