How much do you love Nicki Lee‘s hand-dyed laces? You could win some. In fact, you could win a whole CQ stash that also includes glass beads, charms, gold and copper threads, buttons, polymer clay floral beads, trims, white … Read More ...
Stupid, stupid weather
Yesterday was supposed to be the day. I was supposed to get my new, improved TV service and high-class, wi-fi Internet. But we had a sleet storm the night before; and, though he tried valiantly and called me repeatedly to … Read More ...
What’s new at FREEBIES, etc.!
Judy of FREEBIES, etc.! has been churning out needlepoint tutes, tips, and patterns so quickly that I haven’t been able to keep up! Pour yourself a cup of coffee and spend a little time on her site. If you’re like … Read More ...
Free pattern catch-up
his roundup is all about free patterns. We have created this quick list with links to each pattern. We have tried to choose free patterns to suit something for everyone.
Please note that these patterns were free at the … Read More ...
Free ornament pattern from Sandi Henderson
Designer Sandi Henderson (aka Portobello Pixie) is starting a new holiday tradition: a free ornament pattern each year. First in the series is the Birds of a Feather felt birdie that, Sandi says, is a perfect “couch project.” It’s … Read More ...
Tutorial: Fast stitched cards
You’re running out of time to make and mail handcrafted Christmas cards. Don’t worry. Fern of Craft Blog has a solution. With a few simple supplies and a sewing machine, you can have lots of sweet handmade cards ready to … Read More ...
Free patterns: Cross-stitch on gingham
CC of Lace ‘n’ Ribbon Roses blog is sharing a vintage free leaflet from Coats & Clark, Cross-Stitch Your Gingham. Motifs include a flower, apple, bow, poodle, and alphabet. Get the patterns. And thanks so much, CC!… Read More ...
Tutorial: Felt gift-card holder
Muddlepud is sharing a timely tutorial for a cute giftwrap idea. Fancy up a gift card by presenting it in one of these cute felt folders. See the tute.… Read More ...
Bad news for artisans
The Baby Gardner has posted a call to action to all small manufacturers, artists, artisans, and crafters who produce handmade toys and other child-oriented items. The Consumer Products Safety Improvement Act may have the effect of driving these producers out … Read More ...
Free chart: Heart-N-Bones
Krissi of Krissi’s Stitchery blog is sharing her original Heart-N-Bones pattern for your personal use. It’s intended to be a knitting pattern, but I’m thinking it would work just fine for cross-stitch or needlepoint. Get the pattern.… Read More ...
Judy Martin’s “women, cloth, and art”
Judy Martin of Judy’s Journal blog has posted an incredible list of artists she likes who use “cloth as a language.” I am embarrassed to say that many of these names are new to me. The work and the lives … Read More ...
Christmas Holiday Needle work Pattern catch-up
Looking for more Christmas Embroidery Patterns? Check these out on Etsy or check out these Pattern books on Amazon.
(1) Recycle! Adhere your fabric scraps to paper and make easy and charming tree ornaments. See Larissa Holland‘s tutorial on … Read More ...
Quilting catch-up
(1) Dozens of free patterns for paper-pieced quilt blocks are available from Carol Doak‘s site. See the patterns.
(2) CompuQuilt‘s Simply Santa quilt is both pieced and appliqued. The pattern is available free as a series of … Read More ...
Hand-embroidery catch-up
(1) Sharon of Its Daffycat blog is sharing her original pattern for a jolly holiday penguin. Get the chart.
(2) Emily of The Floss Box blog has another set of lovely ornament patterns for us. Get the patterns.… Read More ...
Free chart: A snowman with a heart
The chart for this cute snowman by Kooler Design Studio is free from The Chart Shop at Cross-stitching.com. Go grab it!… Read More ...
