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Wall & Mural Stencils | November 21st 2009 by Lee Power
When I was a girl, my mother sewed constantly: clothes, accessories, household items and more. In those days, girls were expected to know how to sew, because doing so was a way to save money. read more
Necchi Sewing Machines
WebAddict | November 21st 2009 by Varun Dave
If it's durability you need then you need look no further than the Necchi sewing machines. They have come a long way with us dating back to pre-war. This machine was founded on the Singer model and became extremely popular in Italy, and then expanded read more
Felt Kid’s Play Pumpkin Pie Slice
Fun Family Tips | November 20th 2009 by Jen
Amazing creativity coming from Smashed Peas and Carrots folks! Make a pumpkin pie slice to go with the felt Thanksgiving dinner I told you about here! read more
Giveaway!
Sew Girly! | November 20th 2009 by Janice Zeller-Ryan
HUGE giveaway going on over at Flea Market Fancy Freaks. Check it out by clicking the button below! I entered the whole quilting scene after Denyse Schmidt’s Flea Market Fancy line came out, so I can only ever dream of owning a stash of my o read more
Neighbor Gifts Part 3
FloralShowers | November 20th 2009 by Anne Malmborg
This next neighbor gift might take a bit more time and money than the previous two ideas but I still LOVE it. Grab some flour sack towels (or any other kitchen or hand towel) and spruce them up with some embroidery or a cute applique. Here are a few read more
Self-indulgent sewing, the best
Sweetfern Handmade | November 20th 2009 by Kristina
Here's what happened. About this time last week, after rounding third base on my mother-in-law's Christmas present, I paused to take stock of my Christmas-progress. It may not be apparent here, but I've been quietly sewing presents since the beginnin read more
christmas craft fair sneak peek.....
hey there fancy pants | November 20th 2009 by ruth coupe
hello ladies (and gentlemen if reading) I have not stopped all week getting ready for another Christmas fair, this one is tomorrow 21st Nov at Bispham Sea Cadets (opp Bispham library) 10 am - 3pm. I am hoping for a nice day on the weather side of thi read more
sneaky peaks at Two Hearts...
Two Hearts | November 20th 2009
its probably about time i posted some photos of my own designs -don't you think!? all the dresses are made with vintage fabric i have found in my travels in melbourne. they are one of a kind prototypes for what i be the first collection. looking at t read more
Learning the art of braiding rugs
Rug Consumers Blog | November 20th 2009 by Denise Chan
Braided rugs are not only useful at home but are also a good way to recycle fabrics. You can make your own braided rug using old shirts, boxers, clothes and even waste material from sewing projects! These are sometimes referred to as “rag rugs& read more
Fun with Vintage Hankies
Lovely Lissie's Reflections and Ruminations | November 20th 2009 by Melissa
I love vintage hankies. They are so delicate and pretty. In the past few weeks I discovered some fun uses for these pretty treasures. Nikki over at Whimsy Love made a Hanky Scarf which is so cool and unique. I have recently rediscovered how much read more
Fabric.
Rants of An Annoyed Angel | November 19th 2009
I’ve admitted that I have a problem when it comes to fabric. Seriously. It’s just overwhelming. And that’s just at Joann’s! A friend has asked me to maybe make a quilt for her. We’ve discussed some fabrics, and tonight I read more
Pom poms! Hurrah!
Alexandra's Wishes | November 19th 2009
After I finished chatting away on here yesterday I acually got around to a quick craft project that was actually a neccessity. Pom poms. What do you mean pom poms aren't a neccessity? Of course they are. Christmas is just around the corner and they s read more
Knit Dress Vogue V8593
Lula Louise | November 19th 2009 by Beth
This dress is made from Vogue pattern V8593, view C. I bought the pattern this fall. As expected, it was really fairly easy to make, the hardest part being the pleated neckline.The only big change I made was to not put in a back zipper. Initially, I read more
Personality test
Caroleen's Treasures | November 19th 2009 by Carolyn
At last I am done with the diapers! Ummm….not yet actually but close to getting it all done. I thought I can’t finish it because the sewing machine is acting up again. I have yet to sew the soakers and the free canvas bag since the woma read more
Other's Art
Shivaya Naturals | November 19th 2009 by Heather Fontenot
It has been like Santa's Workshop in our house lately. Our kids have not yet been introduced to the idea of giving gifts from a store, so they get very excited (and busy) as they plan all of the ornaments, treats and special art that they will create read more
Fabric Addiction
Amanda's Musings | November 19th 2009 by Amanda
Recently I found this page that tells you all about how to do a sort of smocking using your sewing machine. Its a Martha Stewart tutorial and while I’m not a fan (bit too overly commercial and crafty for me) it looks pretty easy and I’m s read more
No Title
manycrafts | November 19th 2009
A few more bibs. Some with a pocket, some without. read more
(giveaway and) a new quilt top
comfortstitching | November 19th 2009 by comfortstitching
Thank you to all who wished my ache-y self better earlier this week!!! I'm slightly better but have no idea why I am still completely feeling like I've run a marathon when I haven't. I have been drowning read more
Boy Version
The Adventures of Wondermommy | November 19th 2009 by Mellissa
I just wanted to remind you that you can make the tool/craft belt for a boy or a girl. This is my son’s craft apron below. He loves it! All you have to do is change up the fabric. read more
Long Arm Sewing Machine Perfect For Quilting
WebAddict | November 19th 2009 by Varun Dave
When a person wants to carry out small, detailed quilting the long arm sewing machine is ideal. A long arm sewing machine is very expensive and can cost in the thousands. They are also large and take up a lot of room within the home. read more
Jacket Refashion
Waldeck Dry Goods | November 19th 2009 by Addie
A couple of years ago I coached for a team that I'm no longer working with, but we coaches had purchased these nice warm fleece jackets with the team's name on them. I've discovered that this jacket is one of the only ones I have that stretches aroun read more
New Toy
CraftyCripple's Blog | November 19th 2009
I am currently up to my eyeballs in stuff for Christmas and tweaking patterns. This means I have very little to share with you. However, here are a couple interesting little pics.Pic 1. - GimblePic 2. - Gimble Close UpI have often yearned for a wa read more
Tutorial~Homespun Mannequin~
Tea Rose Home | November 19th 2009 by Sachiko
I have been wanting to get a child size mannequin for a long time. It may sound funny, but I thought it would be fun to display the clothes I made for Rachel in her room. Also, if I decided to do more open houses for Tea Rose Home, a mannequin woul read more
Sneak Peek!
Jandi in Stitches | November 18th 2009
Here’s the quilt I am currently working on. I had to take a break to answer the phone so I decided to snap a picture for you guys. This quilt has been a bit of a nightmare from start to (almost) finish. Between machine malfunctions, brok read more
tutorial: linen scarf
whip up | November 18th 2009
Yummy linen scarf! Link to tutorial. Similar Posts: sweet bobble scarf/shawl tutorial | how-to: linen apron | knit: summer shimmer scarf | knit pattern: dreaming of spring scarf | crochet scarf pattern | Share and Enjoy: read more
finally! I'm done with my project
journey through my life | November 18th 2009 by leone
her she is...I'm glad that she agreed to be my model^_-the set of cheerleader costume.the back view of the blouse there it isand here is the skirtthis is the fabric left for the blouse :-/ I was confuse but i make it, sorry if i didn't take a pictur read more
AED ~ a sewing day
Creative Kismet | November 18th 2009 by Regina
You still have time (until midnight tonight) for a chance to win this awesome little craft zine. I received one in the mail yesterday and I was thrilled to see all the crafty goodness inside. There are recipes for food and relaxation, knitting read more
From climbing in Beijing to sewing in Tokyo.
Xue-Originals | November 18th 2009 by Xue
Back from Beijing & back to the usual hecticness of daily life. While in Beijing, my blog & almost all of yours too, was on their restricted list so I couldn't publish nor visit any blogs when I was in Beijing. And now, getting back again to read more
JoAnn Coupon
Crafty Chics Blog | November 18th 2009 by Shawn Mosch
Save money on your Christmas crafting!http://www.joann-mail.com/J1014TMR/coupons_only.html?r=6699_1882421&i=J1014TMR026&bc1=520932966779793840402 read more
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