Schala-Kitty has posted an awesome tutorial on Crafted with Zeal for using a spreadsheet to track your inventory of embroidery threads. She says,
… Read More ...I like to call them Threadsheets and I find them to be a great way to know
Ogle-worthy: The work of Gabriel Dawe
A couple of blogs are featuring the work of fiber artist Gabriel Dawe. Enjoy lots of eye candy plus interesting observations at the Textile Arts Center blog and Craftzine.com.… Read More ...
A portrait in or nue
Jacinta of Stitchalicious has posted the finish of an or nue project that has been a year in the making. She says,
… Read More ...This whole project began as a vague idea in the back of my mind as to whether I
Stitch a pretty pendant
Andrea DeHart has posted a tutorial on Craftzine.com for creating a quick, gift-worthy cross-stitch pendant. See the tute.… Read More ...
Learn about new Iranian fiber art
Abigail Doan‘s post on the Textile Arts Center blog looks at “the Iranian New Art group, a collective of Iranian artists and students who use recycled and natural (typically fiber) materials to draw attention to the ecological and social … Read More ...
Are these designs equal?
Mary Corbet of Needle ‘n’ Thread compares two works of ecclesiastical embroidery with fascinating results. Though stitched in different centuries, are they based on the same pattern? Enjoy Mary’s analysis and assessment at her blog post.… Read More ...
Free pattern: Tatted ice skates
Sharon of Sharon’s Tatted Lace is sharing her pattern for these sweet tatted ice skates. She says,
… Read More ...I thought I’d make these skates wearable instead of as ornaments, so I added a tiny pair of holly leaves to hide the
Inspiration: Mimi Kirchner
Mimi Kirchner has expanded her line of huggable softies to include this snowy owl. Lovely. Get details and see more photos on her Doll blog post.… Read More ...
Tutorial: LED-lit Christmas tree applique
the_gella has posted a timely tutorial on Instructables. She says,
… Read More ...Inspired by Becky Stern’s Electronic Embroidery Tutorial, this pattern uses LEDs as the string of lights on a felt Christmas tree applique. I’ve included a tree pattern that fits 8″
Color wheel giveaway
C&T Publishing has a rockin giveaway that will make fiber artists drool. The blog says,
… Read More ...We’re so excited about the new Studio Color Wheel by Joen Wolfrom…it’s the perfect companion to the new Ultimate 3-in-1 Color Tool, Updated 3rd Edition.
Free chart: Christmas needlepoint
Cheryl Fall, needlepoint editor at About.com, has posted a free chart for this charming little Christmas project. You still have time to stitch this up for a special gift. Get the chart.
Looking for more Christmas Embroidery … Read More ...
Inspiration: The Doll Farm
Heather Louise of The Doll Farm made this Good Twin – Evil Twin softie. Her workmanship is amazing as always. But most remarkable is the originality and creativity she puts into each doll. See her blog post. And be … Read More ...
Tutorial: Make a loom and weave a mini blanket
Kimara of Wee Folk Art shows us how to make a tiny loom from wood or cardboard and use it to weave a mini blanket — a perfect project to do with kids. The project was inspired by the legend … Read More ...
Tutorial: Make an embroidery pattern from a photo
Anette Berlin has posted a tutorial on Craft Stew for turning photographs into embroidery patterns. What makes her tute different than the others available on the web? Her technique uses Fotoflexer. She says,
… Read More ...Fotoflexer is a free, online program. It’s
Stitch a velvet neckband
Bramcoast Publications blog shows us how to make an Edwardian-era velvet neckband based on instructions from a period magazine. Simple but elegant materials and a bit of hand stitching will yield you a beautiful accessory for the holidays or a … Read More ...