I love vintage and retro Halloween images. They are not scary or gory, just fun. Lucy X Stitches created this free pattern with a retro feel in mind. The look on the tree’s face is priceless and the owl, well..he … Read More ...
Tutorial: Cross Stitch Pillow
There is nothing better than knowing you put a smile on someone’s face and made their day. This very simple pillow tutorial could do both and even get you a hug and a kiss. The Pretty Life Girls created this … Read More ...
Tutorial: Eye See You
What beautiful eyes you have! Oh how they sparkle! Looking for a quick and easy project to decorate your home for Halloween? Muchoxoxo has the perfect tutorial for you. These Eyeball Stuffies would look great displayed on in a jar … Read More ...
Tutorial: Felt Ghost Key Fob
As much as I love candy, and believe me I do, I also love Halloween treats that I can use all year round. Albion Gould shows us how to make a cute little Ghost Key Fob for the Halloween season. … Read More ...
Tutorial: Plastic Canvas Ornament
Even though it is the beginning of October, I am thinking about Christmas. I like to get a head start on my crafty presents and these Plastic Canvas Coasters Ornaments from Diane at Crafty Pod are just perfect. I love … Read More ...
Freebie: Pumpkin Girl
This cute little pumpkin girl is ready for fall weather. I love her little sweater and skirt. It would be perfect on a trick or treat bag or maybe tea towels. This little doll is a digi stamp available for … Read More ...
Tutorial: Fall Jar Covers
Do you like to can your own preserves? It is still very new to me, but I love doing it. Jams and jellies make an excellent gift. Why not add a little flair to the jar with these adorable Jam … Read More ...
Freebie: Whoooo Needs Sleep?
Maybe it is because I have been suffering from insomnia lately but I want to tell this owl, “I NEED SLEEP!” I kind of feel like this owl right now…very wide eyed. Well, since I can’t sleep, I might as … Read More ...
Freebie: A Bunch of Bunnies
The bunnies…they are attacking us with their cuteness! AACCKKKK! Make it stop! I can’t handle anymore cute bunnies (faints and drops to floor). Okay so maybe I didn’t faint over these adorable bunnies, but I could because they are so … Read More ...
Autumn Blessings
In my neck of the woods we are having a longer summer than expected and while I am usually a fan of the heat, I am ready for fall. The cooler temps and rain need to head my way. Of … Read More ...
Hot Iron Transfer
Working with iron on transfers requires a bit of skill. You don’t want your iron too hot or you will burn the fabric, too cold and your pattern won’t transfer. Thank goodness for Professor Pincushion and their easy to follow … Read More ...
Freebie: Vintage Hungarian Flower Pot
Mary Corbett at Needle n’ Thread is an amazing historian. Her blog is full of history, free vintage pattern and tutorials. It makes me so happy that she is a steward of the the needle arts. Today’s find are these … Read More ...
Cheryl Fall Interview and Giveaway
I am so excited that I had a chance to interview Cheryl Fall and review her newest book, Simply Samplers
. The book is a wonderful mix of projects and tutorials for the beginner and advanced stitcher. The directions are … Read More ...
Tutorial: Stitched Tee Remake
Do you ever have those moments of, “why didn’t I think of that?” When I read this easy to follow tutorial from Wild Olive, I had that moment. It is such a clever yet simple idea to spruce up … Read More ...
Inspiration: Candy Zombie
I’m pretty sure that if I were to be a zombie, I would be a candy zombie, not the brain eating kind. Candy sounds much more appetizing than human flesh. Shirley from Hudson’s Holiday agrees with me. She created this … Read More ...