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“Piperoid Paper Robots” plus 24 more

“Piperoid Paper Robots” plus 24 more


Piperoid Paper Robots

Posted: 05 Jan 2013 08:05 PM PST

If you’re in the market for a craft kit that will appeal to kids of all ages, then you need to check out Piperoid Paper Robot kits. These adorable Japanese craft kits come as paper tubes with predrilled holes that you then cut and fit together to assemble. This set in the photo is called Tengking & Tsubuten, and are …

Anja Isphording – Glass Artist…How Does She Do It?

Posted: 05 Jan 2013 08:01 PM PST

A friend of mine just turned me on to a fantastic glass artist, Anja Ishording, that specializes in casting and all we can say is, “How does she do it?” You may ask that same question…or just look and enjoy. Her work has a sea form quality to it. The pieces look like they could live at a coral …

Tatreez: Palestinian embroidery

Posted: 05 Jan 2013 05:23 PM PST

Cristy of Lots of Neat Stuff gives us a quick look at Palestinian embroidery, known as tatreez, that uses cross-stitch patterns almost like code to convey cultural information. See her post.…

New from Kreinik: Reflective Yarn

Posted: 05 Jan 2013 05:17 PM PST

Kreinik Threads has introduced a new fiber that’s creating a lot of buzz. The Kreinik blog describes it:

Kreinik Reflective Yarn is a carry-along fiber with light-reflecting properties. It’s part polyester and part glass beads (which gives it a sort of mesmerizing, holographic effect in addition to making it reflective)…As a matte-gray color, it blends neutrally into other yarns. However,

Learn from The Lone Beader

Posted: 05 Jan 2013 05:06 PM PST

If you live near or can get to Salem, Massachusetts, on January 27, you can take a live class from The Lone Beader, herself! In the six-hour, intermediate-level course, you’ll create this adorable corgi pin. Class size is limited, so hurry to sign up. Go to The Lone Beader’s post for the links.…

Choose split stitch for padded outlines

Posted: 05 Jan 2013 05:00 PM PST

When you’re stitching a design that needs a padded outline, does it matter what kind of outline stitch you use? Mary Corbet says it does! And her blog post shows clearly why split stitch is a much better choice than backstitch in this situation. See her Needle ‘n’ Thread post.…

Inspiration: Anna L

Posted: 05 Jan 2013 04:49 PM PST

Anna L of Russia came up with a unique finish for her 12 Crazy Quilt Journal Project blocks for 2012. Smart! And beautiful. Go to the blog post for an image you can click to enlarge.…

Free pattern: Felt ladybugs

Posted: 05 Jan 2013 04:43 PM PST

These ladybug soft sculptures are as practical as they are cute: They’re pin cushions! With heart-shaped spots, they make perfect Valentine’s Day gifts for stitchers! Get the free pattern from Creative Breathing blog.…

Tutorial: Blackwork journal cover

Posted: 05 Jan 2013 04:25 PM PST

Kerry of Star-Shaped and Shiny used a classic blackwork pattern to spiff up the cover of a Mokeskine journal. This easy embellishment elevates any softcover notebook into a beautiful gift or a bit of luxury for yourself. Her technique for prepping the cover also could we used with simple cross-stitch designs. Go to Kerry’s tutorial.…

Tutorial: Baby bear fleece hat

Posted: 05 Jan 2013 03:22 PM PST

Jennifer from Monkey See Mail shows how to make a baby hat with sweet little bear ears.  She uses a pattern by On Hand By Hand for a fleece hat with an earflap, and then shows how to make the ears and sew them into the hat.  Go to the tutorial on her blog, Monky See Monkey Do.

[photo from …

Free pattern: Elegant Wristlet Clutch

Posted: 05 Jan 2013 03:04 PM PST

Amy from Positively Splendid shares a free pattern for making her Elegant Wristlet Clutch.  It’s a small enough pouch that you can make it from two coordinating fat quarters (or even scraps, depending on their size).  Add a fancy button (or brooch) and a pretty strap.  Get the how-to.

[photo from Positively Splendid]…

Tutorial: Paper Ruffles

Posted: 05 Jan 2013 02:01 PM PST

These paper ruffles would be such a lovely addition to any paper crafting project! Find out how to make them over on the Such a Pretty Mess blog.

-Heather…

DIY Mints

Posted: 05 Jan 2013 10:21 AM PST

And no bake, no less. And gluten free. And colorful. And pretty. Find the recipe for DIY old-fashioned butter mints HERE at averie cooks.…

Cupid’s Arrow Cupcakes

Posted: 05 Jan 2013 09:43 AM PST

IMG_0311Leave it to bakerella to come up with an easy peasy way to dress up yummy red velvet cupcakes for Valentine’s Day. Find the how-tos and free printable to make Cupid’s arrow cupcakes HERE at bakerella.…

Remembering quilt legend Joyce Gross

Posted: 05 Jan 2013 09:38 AM PST

Many great things come out of the West Coast, the Modern Quilt Guild started in Los Angeles. So did the Quilt Revival Movement of the 1970′s. One of its pioneers, Joyce Gross, died December 24. I read about this in the Quilt Alliance Newsletter, Jan 4, 2013 edition. Found more about Joyce at The Quilters Hall of Fame Blog

Tree Filled With Robins

Posted: 05 Jan 2013 08:53 AM PST

This wintry tree filled with robins will stitch up quickly and will be a wonderful addition to your winter decor. I can almost feel the brisk air washing over me from this scene, can’t you? These are some brave little birds! This chart is from Chez Mounette. Get the free chart.

Super easy toy action figure jewelry organizer

Posted: 05 Jan 2013 08:53 AM PST

I love super simple yet brilliant repurposing ideas like this one featured at the blog Teddy Forest on using action figures to organize your jewelry.…

Tutorial: Turn a freebie conference bag into a pretty rufffled tote

Posted: 05 Jan 2013 08:19 AM PST

Amy Jo from The Little Moments made this pretty ruffled tote from a freebie conference bag and an unwanted polo shirt, and she shares a tutorial showing how she did it.  Get the tute.

[photo from The Little Moments]…

How to Felt Crochet: Felting Instructions Plus 4 Free Felted Crochet Patterns

Posted: 05 Jan 2013 07:46 AM PST

Get your free "How to Felt Crochet" from "Crochet Me" an Interweave publication. Felting perfect projects for beginning Crochetters and for quick gifts will make your gift a favorite. This fun manipulation of wool yarn is also a fabulous way to create a dense crochet fabric.  A favorite part of felting is watching a loosely crocheted project transform into a …

Tutorial: Scalloped raw edge fabric tote

Posted: 05 Jan 2013 07:44 AM PST

Head over to Flowerbug’s Inkspot to see how you can sew up this cute little fabric tote.  I’m loving the scalloped raw edges!  She uses Sizzix dies to cut the scalloped side panels and the pieces of the layered flower, but you could use pinking shears to cut the side panels and regular sewing scissors to cut the flower shapes.  …

Tutorial: Lace panel sweatshirt

Posted: 05 Jan 2013 07:35 AM PST

Zhenya from Being Zhenya shows how she added a lace panel, and touch of femininity, to a boxy t-shirt.  She says it’s a good fix for a stained article of clothing.  Great idea!!  Get the tute.

[photo from Being Zhenya]

[via Refashion Co-Op]…

Free pattern: Perfectly Pink Top for girls

Posted: 05 Jan 2013 07:28 AM PST

Terra from Mama Says Sew shares a free pattern for the Perfectly Pink Top that she made for her daughter.  The gathered shirt has a pretty shape as a top, but it would also be cute lengthened to a tunic or even as a dress.  The pattern is in a child’s size 5, but the loose fit gives some flexibility …

Free pattern: Fleece winter outfit for an 18″ doll

Posted: 05 Jan 2013 07:11 AM PST

If your child’s 18″ doll needs a warm outfit for the cold winter weather, Maridith from Strictly Homemade has what you need.  She shares free patterns for making a pair of fleece pants, a fleece hat, and a fleece shirt for an 18″ doll.  The patterns and tutorials are divided into two post.  Go to the pattern and tutorial for

Freebie: Heart Tree Digi

Posted: 05 Jan 2013 05:45 AM PST

Spyder’s Corner has a sweet heart tree digital stamp to download for free, just in time for Valentine’s Day!

-Heather…

Old Fashioned?

Posted: 05 Jan 2013 04:01 AM PST

 

 

On his blog, Matt named this ‘Old Fashioned Bunting‘.  I think it’s fresh and up to date!  I would love to see this in seasonal colors, hanging over a front doorway or over the windows inside the home.  Made in either yarn or thread, the pattern should work up equally well.  What colors would you work …

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