Laura of Bugs and Fishes shares a rundown of her free tutorials for little projects that would make perfect stocking stuffers. Check it out.… Read More ...
Clever: Juice cans and hoops
What does a juice can have to do with this pretty little winter hoop? Corinne of so september shares a great tip. Go to her blog post.… Read More ...
Free hand-embroidery patterns
We’ve chosen the best hand-embroidery patterns for you to attempt this week! We offer something for everyone, whether you’re a novice or a seasoned veteran. Our free cross-stitch patterns range from simple cross-stitch patterns to more complex floral and animal … Read More ...
Patterns and tutes: Christmas ornaments
(1) Peppermint Candy from Pink Suede Shoe
(2) Cuckoo clock from Wild Olive
(3) Mistletoe, snowflake, and stocking from Wild Olive
(4) St. Nicholas from Wild Olive
(5) Peppermint Candy Stars from allsorts
Looking for more Christmas Embroidery Patterns? Check … Read More ...
Free hand-embroidery patterns: Christmas
We’ve found some really fun designs for you to use as DIY Christmas decorations! Whether you’re looking for something to add a little extra flare to your tree, or just want to spruce up your home for the holidays, these … Read More ...
Holiday craftiness from Kreinik
Big crafting is ahead on Kreinik Thread Blog. The 25 Days of Christmas Projects series will present five new projects each week. And the first half of 8 Days of Hanukkah Projects already are available. Go to the Kreinik post … Read More ...
Artist profile: Kuniko Kanawa
The fabric flower creations of Kuniko Kanawa are beyond beautiful. They combine Japanese delicacy, simplicity without severity, and the modern handmade ethic into ethereal, wearable art. Many thanks to Tash Goswami of Blethering Crafts for introducing us to this work … Read More ...
Kate’s Mitten
Enjoy Susan Elliott‘s story of the yearly gathering of crazy-quilting friends–the importance of ritual and gathering together. And her photos of their spectacular creations for this year, including her Kate’s Mitten (shown above) commemorating this year’s royal wedding. Go … Read More ...
Au revoir, Lesage
Embroidery legend Francois Lesage passed away December 4 at age 82. For 60 years, he led Maison Lesage, the last great embroidery atelier in Paris. In 1992, he founded the Lesage school to train embroiderers. His work has added incomparable … Read More ...
What’s new with Susan
Catch up with Susan Lenz‘s latest doings and find out how she creates cording for her vessels and key tags. Go to her Art in Stitches post.… Read More ...
See some CQ history with Allie
Get a glimpse of crazy quilts on display at the Newark Museum through the lens of Allie Aller, shown here with Ulysses Grant Deitz, great-great-grandson of the President and the museum’s Curator of Decorative Arts. Such fun! Go … Read More ...
Inspiration: Embroidered Prayers
I love the story behind this commissioned mezuzah by Ketzirah of Embroidered Prayers. She says,
… Read More ...I’m always really afraid of these types of commissions because I’m never sure if I can manifest what someone is looking for. In this
Sew Woodsy’s 12 ornament tutes
It’s not too late to enjoy12 Days of Handmade Ornaments at Sew Woodsy. They’re featuring 12 tutorials by 12 guest bloggers, such as this rockin fabric star by Johnnie of Saved by Love Creations. See the whole … Read More ...
Make a PB-like advent calendar
Rachel of Family Ever After spent only US$20 on her knock-off of a US$70 Pottery Barn advent calendar (discontinued). Each little pocket is a work of felt applique and embroidery–a great project for your family to tackle together. And all … Read More ...
Free Silk Ribbon Embroidery tutorials from Di van Niekerk
Di van Niekerk mentioned in her latest newsletter that her site includes a number of tutorials for silk-ribbon and stumpwork embroidery. I had to check them out immediately! There are lots of them, and they’re wonderful. Go to the tutes… Read More ...