Inchies are taking over the crafty world! They are everywhere I turn. These pint size projects pack a big punch in such a small space. Over at Craftster.org not only is there an Inchies Swap going on right now, but … Read More ...
Patterns! Patterns! Patterns!
This week, we’ve gathered the greatest hand-embroidery patterns for you to try! We offer something for everyone, whether you’re a novice or an expert. Our free patterns range from simple cross-stitch designs to more complicated flower and animal motifs. With … Read More ...
Inspiration: Daisy Stitch Sampler
Elderflower at Craftster.org started this project over a year ago. Each petal is a different stitch and color. Everyone in her guild interpreted the daisy in their own way. I love the textures each stitch made. This is a great … Read More ...
New Pattern: Sublime Stitching/Kurt Halsey
Did you hear that? It was me squealing with delight over the new Kurt Halsey pattern at Sublime Stitching. The little animals are just over the top! There are so many ways you could stitch this up; either has one … Read More ...
Freebie: Sleepy Turtle
Oh sleepy turtle, how I understand your need for a nap. While we can’t take a quick turtle nap, we can indulge in a good cup of tea and wish for a nice place to lay down.
Wild Olive created … Read More ...
We Have a Winner!
YAHOO! We have a winner! Congrats to Pat who says:
how nice of you to share on your birthday!! have a great day. my absolute favorite cake of all time is chocolate cake with peanut butter icing topped with chocolate … Read More ...
Miniature Embroidery Hoops
I love miniatures. I am currently been obsessed with doll houses and fairy gardens. Being a huge fan of embroidery and cross stitch, I wanted to add some of those elements in my fairy garden and house. After much searching, … Read More ...
Freebie: Pretty In Pink
I love the movie Pretty in Pink. A few things though…I would have stayed with Ducky, I would have never ruined that dress and I so wanted to be Molly Ringwald when I was a teenager. This free pattern from … Read More ...
Sale: Cherry and Cinnamon on Kitschy Digitals
Yahoo! I love a good sale and I can’t resist the one that Cherry and Cinnamon is having right now. 25% off of her patterns over at Kitschy Digitals. You better head over there and grab all of her … Read More ...
Tutorial: Needlepoint Door Stop
The majority of the houses in my town do not have air conditioning. It is only very hot about a week out of the year. We usually keep our doors open and let the breeze stop by for a visit. … Read More ...
Tutorial: Happy Father’s Day Letter
There is no reason to give your dad another tie this year. I mean really, he can only have so many fish or camouflage ties, am I right on this? You know it’s true. Why not give your dad a … Read More ...
Inspiration: Inchie Stump Work
There is a great inchie/twinchie swap over at Craftster.org. The rules are that the finished piece can not be bigger than two inches. Every piece in this swap as been amazing so far and it’s not over yet! The swap … Read More ...
Needle Minders
I have a new obsession: Needle Minders. The concept is simple. You have a pretty decorative top and bottom magnet. You place your fabric between the two and when you need to set your needle down, it “minds” it … Read More ...
Free Pattern and Giveaway
Love, ain’t it just grand? You get to be all smoochy smoochy with your favorite person. Two people in love make me so happy! Bees Knees Industries created this Venn Diagram pattern for her and her sweetie. She was gracious … Read More ...
Childhood Memories
There are so many ways that you can preserve a moment in time with your child. You can take pictures or do a scrapbook or you could try something new and stitch up a memory. You could create a pattern … Read More ...