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 ...
Inspiration: Chestnut Junction Primitive
Our backyard is bustling with squirrels, crows and scrubjays collecting nuts and other food for the fall and winter. Can I just tell you that this is driving my dogs crazy! No squirrels ever get caught, and there are times … Read More ...
Inspiration: Embroidered Wedding Veil
Whether you love her or hate her, Angelina Jolie certainly shakes things up and her wedding veil is no exception. Set against a beautiful white dress is a veil colored with children’s words and pictures. Not wanting to exclude her … Read More ...
Home Sweet Home Stitch Along
I can’t believe it is September already! Where did the summer go? A new month means a new stitch along on Craftster.org. This month’s theme is Home Sweet Home. Below are the details:
They say, “home is where the … Read More ...
Tutorial: Felt Scissors Pouch
Are you like me, always losing your scissors only to find the sharp end with your finger at the bottom of your bag? Well, it is time to stop stabbing those little piddies and make yourself this very simple yet … Read More ...
Inspiration: National Trail Mix Day
Are you enjoying the last days of summer vacation? Hopefully you are getting lots of rest. While tomorrow is Labor Day, today is National Trail Mix Day. I know, I had no clue that there was a day to celebrate … Read More ...
Tutorial: Yarn Embroidered Baskets
I love the thought of taking every day household items and giving them a little twist. If the craft is cheap and quick to make, that’s even better! Haeley at Design Improvised is the guru of making fast inexpensive crafts … Read More ...
Freebie: National Dog Day
Happy National Dog Day! Today is a day to celebrate our pups and give them extra hugs and kisses…and baths. Are you dogs like mine? When I give them a bath you would think that I was torturing them. How … Read More ...
Inspiration: The Simpsons
Currently every Simpsons episode ever is being aired. 12 days of Simpson! I have been binge watching all 552 episodes and my DVR is getting close to being full. To honor The Simpsons, above are some of my favorite stitchy … Read More ...
Freebie: Learn Your Stitches
I was organizing my vintage patterns (I have a TON of them) and came across this test pattern. I think it is an adorable little tutorial. You can learn the stitches, practice your lettering and make a sampler with just … Read More ...
Freebie: Vintage Cups
I just heard on the news this morning that Starbucks is bringing back the pumpkin latte at the end of this month. I don’t think words can express how excited I am. Pumpkin spice latte….I could never ever … Read More ...
Inspiration: Bad Poetry Day
Did you know that August 18th was bad poetry day? I’m a little scared that we have an entire day dedicated to bad poems. I guess we all have a few bad poems in us. Remember the first one you … Read More ...
Tutorial: Coral Stitch
Did you know there is a coral stitch? I had no idea! I am so glad that I stumbled upon Wild Olive‘s tutorial for Coral Stitch. It is definitely going into my heavy rotation. I love the look of … Read More ...