I adore smocking on children’s clothing, but I’ve never had the gumption to try it myself. It seems too precise for my skills and too time-consuming for my schedule. SWAKembroidery.com has an answer for folks like me. They’re offering machine-embroidery … Read More ...
Get started in miniature needlepoint
If you’ve been wanting to try your hand at miniature needlepoint but you’ve been intimidated by the scale of the thing, Janet Granger Designs has the solution. Janet’s site offers not only the supplies needed for this minuscule craft but … Read More ...
Free chart of the week
The free cross-stitch chart of the week from The Chart Shop at Cross-stitching.com is this adorable design from Jenny Barton. Download the chart. And be sure to look at the whole Happy Hippo series.… Read More ...
Video tutorial: Stitch in the ditch
Serena of Embroidery Treasures blog has posted a description and video tute that explains the quilting technique of “stitching in the ditch” and guides you in doing it correctly. Check it out!… Read More ...
Free quilt pattern: A Walk in Spring
If you’re in the southern hemisphere, you’re probably enjoying the approach of spring. If you’re in the northern hemisphere, you know spring will be here again before you know it. Either way, you should consider downloading the pattern for this … Read More ...
EQ mouse hunt: Time is running out
Remember, ElectricQuilt.com‘s mouse hunt ends August 31. If you haven’t entered yet, it’s time to get crackin! EQ Blog notes, “Everyone who enters gets a free project… so even if you just find one mouse you should enter. Winners … Read More ...
Tutorial: Machine quilting for beginners
Anyone Can Quilt blog has posted a machine-quilting tute for newbies that will make you smile while teaching you everything you need to know to get started. This is how modern quilters do it.
And thanks to Happy Zombie for … Read More ...
Stitch this new-baby greeting card
Marie at Make and Takes blog has come up with another simple and simply beautiful idea for a hand-stitched greeting card. Get the free pattern and instructions.
And thanks to Jenny Ryan at Craftzine.com for pointing to this great … Read More ...
Now open: Aussie fabric “candy store”
Kelani Fabric Obsession online store is open for business. With the tagline “australian designer fabrics to inspire,” the site immediately puts you on notice that you’re going to see something new and exciting.
“Along with designer fabrics from around the … Read More ...
Inspiration: Susan Sorrell
Rachel of Rayela’s Fiber Focus has a post about fiber artist and fiber-arts teacher Susan Sorrell that will leave you feeling you know both Rachel and Susan personally. The lively writing will entertain you. The images of Susan’s “sermons” and … Read More ...
Tutorial: Angelina flowers
I love it when Allison Ann Aller shares secrets on her Allie’s in Stitches blog. I love that she’s so remarkably adept and that, nevertheless, she takes short cuts sometimes, like the rest of us real-world crafters.
This time, she … Read More ...
Product review: Strip-It
Jennifer Stern at CraftStylish is advocating the Strip-It tool “to create mountains of fabric strips without lots of effort.” How have I managed not to hear of this tool before? I’m going to go click around and buy one … Read More ...
Use applique patterns for needlepunch
Pipers Girls blog posted a great idea for needlepunch lovers. “There are not as many patterns available for needlepunch,” the blogger says, “so I like to use the many that are meant for applique. This is a small quilt that … Read More ...
Bundles of Pimp Stitchery
Pimp Stitch is offering new patterns this week from each of the designers, including some awesome Christmas designs. What’s more, you can buy the Summer 2008 patterns in money-saving “bundles” – six patterns for US $15. Get all the details … Read More ...
An embarrassment of embroidery riches
I just stumbled across a perfectly amazing blog: Christmas Ornament Stitch-A-Long. Did everyone know about this site but me? The project claims a huge crew of needleworkers, listed in the sidebar. (Lots of great blog-hopping there.) Each month, the … Read More ...
