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“Free Book Themed Printable – Sweet C’s Designs” plus 32 more

“Free Book Themed Printable – Sweet C’s Designs” plus 32 more


Free Book Themed Printable – Sweet C’s Designs

Posted: 06 Nov 2012 10:32 PM PST

The minute I saw the tote Sweet C’s Designs made I knew I wanted one. If you’re like me and big books are a large part of your life, then head on over and check out the post where you can download the free printable design and get instructions for how to put it on a tote. It’s clearly the …


Review and Giveaway: Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop

Posted: 06 Nov 2012 08:05 PM PST

cover art of Chain Maille Jewelry WorkshopChain Maille Jewelry Workshop: Techniques and Projects for Weaving with Wire by Karen Karon will teach you the most popular chain maille weaves. And Karen will demonstrate “speed weaving,” which will help you in completing your own large projects! Karen is not only a master at chain maille but is also a PMC Guild certified instructor. Karen teaches at Metalwerx


Call for Entries: Incite

Posted: 06 Nov 2012 06:42 PM PST

Incite Mixed Media CompetitionThe publisher of North Light Books and CreateMixedMedia.com has extended the deadline for their mixed media competition to December 3.  Incite: The Best of Mixed Media, a hard-bound competition book, could include your mixed media jewelry design!

The premier theme, Dreams Realized, is “inspired by the power of creative intentions.” The competition is open to high-quality mixed-media work. …


Fall Tea Light Holders

Posted: 06 Nov 2012 06:29 PM PST

Craft and Creativity made these lovely fall candle holders with dried leaves and flowers. They’re a great way to hang on to pre-frost bits of autumn as the snow begins to fall this year. See more of her holders here.…


Tutorials: Two new DIY ornaments

Posted: 06 Nov 2012 05:48 PM PST

Jenni of The Vintage Umbrella continues her annual series of DIY Christmas ornaments with two new needlework-related cuties. See her tutorials for

Mommy and Baby Owls
Yarn snowmen


Pattern and tutorial: Christmas deer

Posted: 06 Nov 2012 05:28 PM PST

Cute, cute, cute! Make this little deer to decorate a package or the tree. Add a pin to the back, and it also can be worn as a holiday brooch. Susi of Lilla Luise came up with the idea and is sharing her pattern and tutorial. Go to her post.…


Guest tutorial: Party dress refashion by Marisa Lynch from New Dress A Day

Posted: 06 Nov 2012 04:39 PM PST

Yesterday I posted my review of New Dress A Day by Marisa Lynch. 

Today, I’ve got a special treat for you….  Marisa herself showing how to turn a drab, boring dress into fabulous party attire.

Take it away, Marisa!

*****

 I'm all about making my own versions of fab designer pieces using vintage dresses and notions you can snag at …


Autumnal Votives

Posted: 06 Nov 2012 04:26 PM PST

Michaels has a great tutorial for making autumnal votive holders with polymer clay. Check it out.

via Make


Giveaway: Cricut Mini

Posted: 06 Nov 2012 04:25 PM PST

Cricut Mini Giveaway

We did very recently give away a Cricut Mini on our Stamping blog, so why would we want to give away another one so soon?

Well because it is the holidays and our loyal readers deserve another chance to get their hands on this beauty!

So here is another chance for you to win a Cricut Mini, thanks …


Giveaway from Orna Willis!

Posted: 06 Nov 2012 03:53 PM PST

Orna Willis of Adorn would like to have your feedback about what kinds of product photos you prefer. Your reward for giving your opinion? You’ll be entered in a drawing for a grab-bag of Orna’s gorgeous threads and a miniature frame. And two readers will win! Go to her blog post to enter before November 9.…


Tutorial: Colorblocked bodice for a litttle girl’s dress

Posted: 06 Nov 2012 03:48 PM PST

Liz from Simple Simon & Co. guest blogs in the Basic Bodice Design series at iCandy Handmade with a tutorial showing how she created a colorblocked bodice for a little girl’s dress.  The color blocking is an easy detail, adding  just a few steps on to the construction of the bodice.  Go to her tutorial.

[photo from Simple Simon & Co. …


Tutorial: Sew smooth curves for a Peter Pan collar

Posted: 06 Nov 2012 03:21 PM PST

Jennifer Beeman from Grainline Studio shows how she achieves smooth curves on a Peter Pan collar.  No bumpy or angled curves for her!  Go to her blog to see what she does.

[photo from Grainline]…


Tutorial: Add faux fur trim to a sweatshirt hoodie

Posted: 06 Nov 2012 03:03 PM PST

Kate from See Kate Sew shows how to add faux fur trim to a sweatshirt hoodie.   This would be cute for a little girl or a tween, or even for an adult hoodie.   Get the tute.

[photo from See Kate Sew]…


Technique: Embossing Powder Stencil Card

Posted: 06 Nov 2012 01:46 PM PST

Here’s a fantastic way to get more from your embossing powders, try using them with a stencil instead of a stamp. Wendy Jordan at Paper Craft Planet shares this clever and cool technique.

-Heather…


Mochimochi Winner

Posted: 06 Nov 2012 12:07 PM PST

mochimochi winnerThe winner of the Super-Scary Mochimochi book is commenter number 25, Elana, who said her kids have outgrown trick-or-treating but she did plan to dress up for Bunco.

Congratulations and hope you enjoy the book.

No giveaway this week, and maybe not next week, either. I’m finishing up writing my book that’s due to the publisher on the 15th and …


The Stitcher

Posted: 06 Nov 2012 11:22 AM PST

The chart shown here is one of several free from Brigitte Dadaux that shows women engaged in stitching activities. Work one up to represent your favorite activity or make it for your favorite stitcher. Check out the free charts.


DIY: Coconut Milk Body Wash

Posted: 06 Nov 2012 10:09 AM PST

We all know how versatile and good for you coconut milk is, but what always really sells me on using it is the smell. Just reminds me of the beach (I know that’s weird, but there it is!) Try this incredibly easy recipe to make your own body wash from Happy Little Feet. And don’t miss her creative recycled …


DIY polka dot wool sweater

Posted: 06 Nov 2012 10:05 AM PST

I have tried this and it is a great idea on how to repair or update an old sweater.  Daria hosts "kittenhood" out of Cluj Napoca, Romania is pretty excited about sweaters this season, and she is customizing them.  She has taken this plain red sweater and needle felted white dots into it making it a one-of-a-kind creation.  Daria was …


Vote for Your Favorite Fiber for a Chance to Win

Posted: 06 Nov 2012 10:03 AM PST

voteHappy Election Day, America! I know I don’t need to remind you to vote, because everyone else in the universe is doing that, but remember to take your knitting, in case there are lines.

And remember to cast your vote in Knit Picks’ Yarn Election 2012, which pits the breatheability of candidate Cotton against warm Wool.

Check out the …


How to make a pocket stove

Posted: 06 Nov 2012 07:59 AM PST

Every once in a while a project comes in that is super practical and such is the case with this pocket stove! Over at the Spiris site there is a tutorial on how to make a recycled pocket stove.

All backpackers know about the limitations of gas: it's illegal to transport gas cartridges on planes, difficult to refuel


Tutorial: “Mystery pocket”

Posted: 06 Nov 2012 07:14 AM PST

Suzannah from Adventures in Dressmaking recently  posted a reader’s question about making a “mystery pocket” - a unique pocket design seen on an orange mini skirt.  (See the post here.)  Kessem from DinosaurGirl figured out how to make the pocket, and shares the tutorial over at Adventures in Dressmaking.  Go there to see how it’s done.

[photo from DinosaurGirl …


Tutorial: Chiffon ballerina skirt

Posted: 06 Nov 2012 06:56 AM PST

Havalah from Sisters, Sisters shows how she made this pretty, floaty chiffon ballerina skirt.  Guess where the fabric came from?  Sheer curtains!  The waist and under layer are made from an old t-shirt.  Go to her tutorial to see how she sewed them up to make the skirt.

[ via Refashion Co-op]

[photo from Sisters, Sisters]…


Tutorial: Ruffle knit top

Posted: 06 Nov 2012 06:42 AM PST

Jill from Creating My Way To Success shows how to use ruffled fabric to create a cute sleeveless top for a child.  Because the fabric comes with the ruffles on it already, it’s just a matter of cutting two pieces of fabric, sewing them together, and finishing the edges.  Get the tute.

[photo from Creating My Way To Success]…


Tutorial: Mr. Pumpkin pincushion or plushie

Posted: 06 Nov 2012 06:32 AM PST

Misako Mimoko shares a tutorial over at Handmade Charlotte showing how to make a Mr. Pumpkin doll.  You can use him as a pincushion or just let him sit on a shelf and look cute as part of your fall decor.  Get the how-to.

[photo from Misako Mimoko on Handmade Charlotte]…


Tutorial: Child’s faux leather skirt with a punched circle border

Posted: 06 Nov 2012 06:25 AM PST

Jessica from Running With Scissors guest blogs in the Knock It Off series at Elegance & Elephants with a tutorial showing how to make a child’s faux leather skirt with a punched circle border.  She punched all of the circles to create a lacey border on the vinyl skirt. Go to her tutorial.

[photo from Running With Scissors on Elegance …


Freebie: On-Line Card Magazine

Posted: 06 Nov 2012 06:03 AM PST

The latest (and best of all FREE issue) of Whimsy Stamps Inspirational Magazine is available on-line to download now. Click here to flip through and check out loads of stunning stamped card creations for winter.

-Heather…


Jeweled and Pearled Christmas Trees

Posted: 06 Nov 2012 04:48 AM PST

Jeweled and Pearled Christmas Trees

Learn how to make these cute little jeweled and pearled trees for Christmas. Great as ornaments for your Christmas tree or as suggested in the post, make an entire forest for your mantel! Easy to make with few supplies at Just Crafty Enough –- Advent Calendar Project – Week 19.…


How to Make Tin Craft Stars

Posted: 06 Nov 2012 04:42 AM PST

How to Make Tin Craft Stars

I’m excited to try these myself as I really love the look of the tin stars that come out in stores at Christmastime. This tutorial shows you step by step how to make your own from disposable tin baking pans! Head over to Choose to Thrive for the how to — Make Your Own Tin Craft Stars … from a


Thanksgiving S’mores Pops

Posted: 06 Nov 2012 04:58 AM PST

Thanksgiving DessertI’m always grateful for cute edible craftsy Thanksgiving treats, because they are harder to come by than other holidays, for some reason. These Thanksgiving S’mores pops qualify. Make them HERE at Snackpicks, from Kitchen Fun with My 3 Sons.…


Suelas Shoes and Sangria

Posted: 06 Nov 2012 04:55 AM PST

When I originally packed my Suelas shoes into my suitcase It never occurred to me just how fun taking product shots on the road could be.  Here I am wearing my Mustard Corte Shoes whilst drinking Sangria. (yes the Sangria drinking was necessary for the photo shoot)

 

These shoes are comfortable for walking and made with leather inner made made leather upper and …


Fondant Turkey Cupcake Toppers

Posted: 06 Nov 2012 03:16 AM PST

What a cutie pie Tom is, yes? Find the tutorial to make these fondant turkey cupcake toppers HERE at Make. Bake. Celebrate.…


Inspiration du Jour | Ambivalence to Flying

Posted: 06 Nov 2012 03:00 AM PST

3 Cool Tutorials on Tuesday

Posted: 06 Nov 2012 03:00 AM PST

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