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“Thread Portraits – Kumi Yamashita” plus 33 more

“Thread Portraits – Kumi Yamashita” plus 33 more


Thread Portraits – Kumi Yamashita

Posted: 08 Jan 2013 11:54 PM PST

kumi yamashita

I’m sure you’ve seen thread art projects before: small nails are hammered into a wood board and thread is wrapped around them to create designs. The concept isn’t new, but Kumi Yamashita takes it to an entirely different level. The in-depth portraits are created using just those materials: a board, nails, and a single thread, but they look more like incredibly …

Quilted table runner for Valentine’s Day

Posted: 08 Jan 2013 09:17 PM PST

Nanette of Freda’s Hive made this hearts table runner especially for Valentine’s Day. The Pam Kitty Love fabric is a perfect choice. Go HERE to see more photos plus get instructions for piecing the hearts.

Image credit: Freda’s Hive

Tutorial: Strawberry Heart

Posted: 08 Jan 2013 08:24 PM PST

Renee offers us a cute take on a heart necklace. The tutorial is in the video towards the bottom of the post.…

Fresh Classes Listed at The Glass Studio

Posted: 08 Jan 2013 08:04 PM PST

For those of you in Southern California area there are fresh glass classes at The Glass Studio in Los Angeles. New classes include Beginning Borosilicate Glass and Pattern Bars. Good times for all! But the regulars are there too such as Beginning Glass Bead Making, Beginning Mosaic, Fused Glass Coasters and Into to Kiln Forming as well as Hollow beads …

Win tatting treasures

Posted: 08 Jan 2013 06:23 PM PST

Sally Kerson of Tat’s Heaven is having a mondo tatting giveaway. Go to her blog post to enter by January 11.…

Inspiration: Richard Saja

Posted: 08 Jan 2013 06:18 PM PST

Needle artist Richard Saja‘s outrageously embroidered toiles have now made their way to footwear. These Saja-embellished Keds are popping up all over the web; for example, on So Super Awesome and on Make. Proved: We all want these sneakers! Go to Saja’s ‘Historically Inaccurate’ blog to see more of his work.…

Inspiration: Susan Lenz

Posted: 08 Jan 2013 06:05 PM PST

Susan Lenz‘ needle art is consistent in personality and style but ever growing in content and theme. I am crazy for this new art quilt, Lift and Tuck, which incorporates recycled, vintage undergarments. She says,

Stitching the girdle in place [on another work] got me thinking about aging, the quest for a youthful appearance, and the pains most women

Inspiration: Judy Martin

Posted: 08 Jan 2013 05:52 PM PST

This all-wool quilt, Canadian Pioneer by Judy Martin, incorporates dozens of needlework techniques. A work in progress since 2008, it’s composed of reclaimed materials: old blankets, a wool skirt. You’re going to want to see the finished work. See the Judy’s Journal blog post.…

Inspiration: J. Marsha Michler

Posted: 08 Jan 2013 05:44 PM PST

Check out this collection of blocks by J. Marsha Michler for the Crazy Quilt Journal Project 2012. I love her unusual circular theme, her choices of colors and embroidery stitches, her unconventional approach. This is needle art. Go to the Project’s blog for images you can click to enlarge.

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DIY Pyramid Candles!

Posted: 08 Jan 2013 04:07 PM PST

Anna-Rosa at My Lifebox made these awesome pyramid candles at home! Using a DIY cardboard mold and a little patience, you can too – see how!…

Idea file: 2-in-1 party dress with fancy details

Posted: 08 Jan 2013 04:01 PM PST

Rachel from Nest Full of Eggs guests at Project Run and Play with some inspiration for this week’s Pattern Remix challenge.  The challenge is to remix The Party Dress by Lindsay of The Cottage Home.  Rachel’s version is made of two layers – one solid and one sheer, so it’s two dresses in one.  On the sheer dress, she used her fancy machine stitches …

Tutorial: Little girl’s tunic top with collar and front slit

Posted: 08 Jan 2013 03:25 PM PST

Shauna from Shwin & Shwin guest blogs in the Basic Bodice Design series at iCandy Handmade with a tutorial showing how to make a little girl’s tunic top with a collar and a front slit.  Go to her tutorial.

[photo from Shwin & Shwin]…

Tutorial: Ruffled camera strap

Posted: 08 Jan 2013 03:03 PM PST

Did Santa leave a fancy new camera under the tree for you?  Jen from Four Marrs and One Venus shows the fancy ruffled camera strap she made using a tutorial from Mom 4 Real.  She went the extra step and also made a lens keeper with a girly rosette front.    Go to Mom 4 Real for the camera strap tute

Multi Colored Denim Scrap Wreath

Posted: 08 Jan 2013 01:26 PM PST

Multi Colored Denim Scrap Wreath

I made this wreath a few months ago, before the holidays. I had it hanging on the outside door for over two months before pulling it down for Thanksgiving and Christmas. I made it from strips of denim that were dyed with RIT dye and a Styrofoam wreath. Super simple – here’s the tutorial –>> Colored Denim Scrap Wreath.…

Project: Domino Book

Posted: 08 Jan 2013 02:06 PM PST

Pop over to the Viva Las Vegastamps blog for a fun tutorial making a tiny book using dominoes as covers, how fun!

Also if you’re looking for unique and unusual stamps you won’t see anywhere else check out the Viva Las Vegastamp website.

-Heather…

12 DIY Braid Tutorials {Perfect for Brides!}

Posted: 08 Jan 2013 01:29 PM PST

According to Rachel over at Intimate Weddings, braids are the new curl for 2013! Check out  her post for 12 beautiful braids for brides.…

Lime Riot’s New Year’s Giveaway

Posted: 08 Jan 2013 12:53 PM PST

literary knits giveawayIf you’re interested in a chance to win more free stuff (beyond my giveaway that’s going on right now), check out this giveaway from Lime Riot.

Right now she’s got four skeins of the lovely Galileo yarn from Knit Picks (it’s a pretty, shiny, wool and bamboo blend) as well as a copy of the book Literary Knits, …

Organizing Cookie Cutters

Posted: 08 Jan 2013 10:46 AM PST

Slapping myself on the forehead for this one… Because I’m so singular in focus at the craft store, that is, in heading to the baking aisles, I didn’t think to venture into other sections. I have hundreds of cookie cutters in loosely organized grocery bags just sitting in large bins. This organization idea taken from the scrapbooking section of the …

Meringue Candy Necklaces

Posted: 08 Jan 2013 10:21 AM PST

I’ve seen plenty of DIY candy necklaces, but a homemade candy necklace made from meringues? That just seems extra daring and awesome. Find the how-tos, with lots of tips, HERE at Bakingdom.…

Pink Chex Mix

Posted: 08 Jan 2013 10:19 AM PST

Here’s a sweet n’ pink Valentine’s treat, a treat I kind of want to eat right now, a month early. Valentine’s Chex Mix. Gotta love how versatile the stuff is to make for any holiday. Make Valentine’s Day Chex mix snack HERE at Butter, with a Side of Bread.…

DIY January Wreaths to make and display

Posted: 08 Jan 2013 10:12 AM PST

I was looking to change out my Christmas front door wreath to a January one and many people use lovely white.  I have found a few that are very pretty for us to make.  The first one "DIY Felt Flower Wreath" is from Twig & Thistle by host Kathleen is charming in whites and purples.  How about this Winter Snowball

Check out the Army of Knitters Winter Collection

Posted: 08 Jan 2013 10:07 AM PST

tongore scarfArmy of Knitters has released its Winter collection, inspired by the scenery and colors of upstate New York. In all there are nine patterns, including hats, sweaters, a dress, a scarf, a cape and a lovely pair of mitts.

I love the giant Tonogre Scarf, which was designed to fill the need for a scarf that would comfortably wrap …

DMC Color Project

Posted: 08 Jan 2013 09:08 AM PST

I saw this project on Mr X Stitch’s blog and just had to share it. It is super simple, but so awesome. Stitched from most of the colors in the DMC spectrum, it certainly makes a statement! Learn more about the project.

Video tutorial: Teaching a child to sew

Posted: 08 Jan 2013 07:39 AM PST

If teaching your child to sew is on your to-do list for 2013, check out this video by Vanessa from Crafty Gemini.  She is teaching her 3 year old son to sew on his own sewing machine.  She gives some tips and tricks for introducing sewing to a child so that it is a positive (and safe) experience.  She also shows …

Tutorial: Absorbent fabric diapers for a wetting baby doll

Posted: 08 Jan 2013 07:20 AM PST

A baby doll that wets herself is all fun and games – until you run out of those paper diapers that come with the doll.  You can buy more, but they’re expensive!  If you sew, you can make a set of fabric diapers for the dolly.  Jen from Eat. Sleep. Make shows how.  Her version of the dolly diaper includes …

Tutorial: Kissing Booth Basket or tote with angled handles

Posted: 08 Jan 2013 07:12 AM PST

Sew4Home shows how to make their Kissing Booth Basket.  The handles are stitched on at an angle, creating an interesting design line across the sides.  Though they show it as a gift basket, but add some pockets on the lining and a magnetic snap at the top and I think it’d make an awesome tote purse.  Go to Sew4Home for the

Tutorial: T-shirt skirt with pockets

Posted: 08 Jan 2013 07:06 AM PST

Melissa from Blank Slate Patterns and Melly Sews shows how to turn a basic t-shirt into a skirt – with pockets!!  It’s a quick project, with the side pockets cleverly made using the armholes of the t-shirt.  Go to her tutorial to see how to do it.

[photo from Blank Slate Patterns]…

Tutorial: Prepping and cutting your fabric

Posted: 08 Jan 2013 06:58 AM PST

Cutting your fabric is one of the very few things in sewing that can’t be undone.  Once your fabric is cut, it’s cut.  Miriam from Mad Mim shares a tutorial telling how to prep and cut fabric.  Her post deals with knit fabric, but much of the advice holds true for any type of fabric.  Go to her post to

Project and Freebie: Flip Calendar

Posted: 08 Jan 2013 06:00 AM PST

Jin from Under the Cherry Tree has a wonderful tutorial for making an adorable flip top calendar using her Silhouette machine. She even has a free calendar template to download. Click here for her tutorial and template.

-Heather…

{Tuesday Trends at DIY Weddings} Prints!

Posted: 08 Jan 2013 05:19 AM PST

Wedding Trend: Prints via Southbound Bride

From sweetly old-fashioned florals to modern graphic designs, prints are an important trend for weddings in 2013. Southbound Bride shares loads of inspiring photos and links here. My favorite? Definitely the mismatched bridesmaid dresses!…

Indoor Dish Garden

Posted: 08 Jan 2013 04:03 AM PST

Indoor Dish Garden

Hit the thrift store lately? Or maybe you have a bunch of mismatched dishes you aren’t sure what to do with. Create a dish garden in your home, a fun element that’s bursting with life. Get the instructions here – Indoor Dish Garden | Home Made Simple.…

12 Tutorials for Getting Started With Photoshop

Posted: 08 Jan 2013 05:00 AM PST

Mashable has compiled this list of 12 Tutorials for Getting Started With Photoshop. Use the links to learn about Photoshop basics, as well as other concepts like filters and layers. Click here to go to the list.…

Join Emilie of Plucky Momo for Aleida’s Challenge

Posted: 08 Jan 2013 04:00 AM PST

Inspired by the story of Aleida Franklin, Emilie is challenging us as mothers to take more photographs with our children. I know that I am very guilty of not doing this, because it’s so much easier to be the one behind the camera. I also knew Aleida briefly through scrapbooking so  I am rising to the challenge, and …

Freebie | Printable Valentine Art

Posted: 08 Jan 2013 03:00 AM PST

This simple Valentine’s printable is from Aukele at  Instant Mommie. It will print out at 5×7 inches. Click here to go to the download.…

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