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HAPPY 3RD BIRTHDAY, CODY
Serena Lewis | 10 hours ago by Serena
Yes, my baby is now THREE years old! Cody is certainly a spoiled and well-loved fur-kid and he wouldn't have it any other way.I wasn't feeling too well when I woke this morning but that passed as the day progressed and I finally got around to alteri read more
Threading Sewing Machine – How To Balance Tensions On A Sewing…
Threading Sewing Machine | 13 hours ago by Dana Goldberg
How To Balance Tensions On A Sewing Machine Learning to control and balance tensions is a very important skill to learn for any sewer. Not only will your sewing machine have a perfect stitch, but you will be able to adjust your tensions perfectly for read more
My (ickle) creative space…
Wipster | 21 hours ago by beccy
Yup, this is my cosy (bijou?) desk and it’s where I keep all my creative stuff – but not necessarily where I do all my creating. Sometimes things can get a little big – imagine trying to do quilting here? Everything I use a lot is on hand, bu read more
Both Beginner And Skilled Seamstresses Can Learn New Ways To Use…
Read and write articles | 23 hours ago by ariff
The popularity of making clothes is having resurgence like from years ago. Those who have never tried sewing a garment before are now taking up this as a pastime, some for profitable reasons, others to enhance their modern clothing styles with period read more
Needful Things
A Little Precious | November 9th 2009 by Jennifer
What do you do at 4 am when you’ wide awake? You log on and surf the net of course and spend a quiet couple of hours being impressed by other people, their drive and ingenuity. I happened upon a fabulous site for those among us who are craft read more
Felt and Cardboard Castle Project
Fun Family Tips | November 9th 2009 by Jen
Make a cute felt and cardboard castle with Sewing Dork. read more
JoAnn's Craft Store Coupon
My Kinda Rain | November 9th 2009 by Lori
The changing of seasons signifies the time to switch to your favorite indoor hobbies; perhaps sewing, crafts, beading or scrapbooking.This is an exciting time in our house because it means making our list and checking it twice …no I don’t mean fo read more
Whiff of Joy Guest Designer Spotlight – Kim Dellow
Katharina's creative place | November 9th 2009 by Katharina
“Hi, my name is Kim from Crafty Makes and I am a UK based crafter living in London. I love all things crafty from sewing to papercrafts. The cardmaking bug hit me in 2007 and I just love trying out all the different techniques and playing with pap read more
Zip Pouches Galore
TiLT's Creations | November 9th 2009 by theresa
My personal goal/project for November was to tame my WIPs (works in progress). I started off only so-so. I finished those 4 purses I showed you last week. I did them in a quick burst & slacked the rest of that first week. But then I had another b read more
Bailey & Chris Sewing-themed, Texas theater wedding
OffBeat Bride | November 9th 2009 by FioriFloralDesign
The Offbeat Bride: Bailey, Grad Student, Theatrical Design and Technology Specializing in Costume Design (and OBT member) Her Offbeat Partner: Chris, Grad Student, Theatrical Design and Technology Specializing in Lighting Design Location & date o read more
Four Foods on Friday 94
Winding Threads | November 9th 2009 by Karen Moser
Here it is Monday and I am doing the meme Four Foods on Friday! That just means I have been sewing! Thanks Val for these great questions. Four Foods on Friday 1. How do you make mashed potatoes? I make them from scratch. Peel then boil potatoes. Dra read more
Such a beautiful package…
Wipster | November 9th 2009 by beccy
I got this in the post this morning, isn’t it pretty? I haven’t got a clue what any of the writing says – I know it says something functional and banal but it’s good to look at! I’m a sucker for interesting foreign things, and those st read more
Threading Sewing Machine – Latest Threading Sewing Machine news…
Threading Sewing Machine | November 9th 2009 by Dana Goldberg
Back with more news for you today. It’s amazing how much good information there is on this stuff out there if you know where to look. Three in particular that I found really valuable were… You Got To Give A Little: Silk Sewing Thread This read more
The Renaissance Wedding Dress
Medieval and Renaissance Fashion Tips & Guide! | November 9th 2009 by drajat
With the definition of Renaissance being: "reconstruction" and "rebirth", a good majority of Renaissance wedding gown designer to create beautiful clothing, the richly combine grandeur and luxury of the old with the sewing techniques of the modern ag read more
Amy Butler Patterns
Fabric,Patterns and Supplies for Quilting,Craft,Sewing | November 9th 2009 by The Oz Material Girls
In stock , Fabulous new patterns and Amy's first Software- Sewing Projects on CD ,plus some of her classicsClick Here to see patterns read more
Stumbling block #2 – Lack of skills and tools
In Our Write Minds | November 9th 2009 by rckimmo
Welcome back to our series on 10 Stumbling Blocks to Writing! Last week we looked at ways to increase your student’s confidence. What’s today’s hurdle? Stumbling Block #2 Problem: Lack of skills and tools to make writing fresh and read more
Vintage 30s McCall 3370 Girls SWEET PRINCESS Fitted Coat Sewing p…
Sandritocat's Vintage Pattern Blog | November 8th 2009 by Sandritocat
$10.00 McCall 3370circa 1930sSize 10 Breast 28 Waist 26Complete. The envelope is torn and tattered and also the instruction sheets has a few brittle places where holes were made, but I believe you'll be able to understand what read more
Vintage 70s Simplicity 8077 Contempory Fashion Boho Pullover Blou…
Sandritocat's Vintage Pattern Blog | November 8th 2009 by Sandritocat
$5.00 Simplicity 8077copyright 1977Size 6-8Breast 30.5-31.5Waist 23-24Hips 32.5-33.5Misses Pullover top, pants, and shorts. Top stitched top with front slit opening and collar has set in sleeves, self casing and drawstring. slits read more
The Cozy Quilter: Quilt "til You Wilt Report
Quilter Blogs | November 8th 2009 by Dan Purcell
What a glorious day of sewing! Karen and I were among the first to arrive in the ballroom at a local hotel at 7:52 am. We had our sewing stuff and machines up and running by 8am. 26 quilters spent all day quilting--finishing UFO's, starting new pro read more
Sewing in the Wendy City...: Halloween after-the-fact swap update…
Quilter Blogs | November 8th 2009 by Dan Purcell
Oh, what fun! I am SO GLAD that we decided to do this swap. Stay tuned for a FALL after-the-fact swap and a CHRISTMAS one as well. We are going to have the best holiday quilts! Well, next year, at least.......Here's what arrived yesterday from Ev read more
.....with thread in hand......: And the winner is.......
Quilter Blogs | November 8th 2009 by Dan Purcell
Sevenand it belongs toNancy C. (teenietators)congratulations NancySend me your mailing address and tell me....do you want sewing or non-sewing itemsI will get it mailed out before I go to retreat Thursday read more
2010 whipup calendar: February artist – Fiona Lech
whip up | November 8th 2009
over the next couple of weeks we are going to find out a little more about the wonderful makers featured in the 2010 whipup calendar – February is Fiona Lech (dear fii) with her image of her Hexagon pincushion, 2009. Machine sewn & hand fi read more
Vintage 70s Simplicity 5424 MOD Mini Dress or Mini Jumper Size 1…
Sandritocat's Vintage Pattern Blog | November 8th 2009 by Sandritocat
$8.00 Simplicity 5424Copyright 1972Size Yng Jr Teen Size 13/14Bust 33.5Waist 26Hips 36.5Complete and cut with 10 given pieces and instructions. Size 9/10 is pictured but this listing is for the Size 13/14Mini dress or Mini jumper: read more
Vintage 40s Du Barry 2638B Boys Playsuit SunSuit and Blouse Sewin…
Sandritocat's Vintage Pattern Blog | November 8th 2009 by Sandritocat
$15.00 Du Barry 2638Bcopyright 1941Size 2 BoysBreast 21Complete on unprinted paper.Boys Playsuit with or without Blouse: Neck of blouse is finished with a collar and buttons down front. Short sleeves are used. playsuit has openi read more
70s Simplicity 9954 CUTEST Girls Smock Dress with optional Sailor…
Sandritocat's Vintage Pattern Blog | November 8th 2009 by Sandritocat
$7.00 Simplicity 9954copyright 1972Girls Size 14Breast 32Waist 26.5Hips 34Cut & Complete. Pictured a size 10 but this is for a size 14.Girls smock dress, The smock dress gathered to yoke has high round neckline, top stitched patch read more
Sweetie Petites are now in store
The Haby Goddess | November 8th 2009 by Jodie Maloni
These adorable Sweetie Petites Doll kits are from Sydney based The Red Thread. Influenced by vintage and Japanese kawaii styles, there are 4 adorable designs to choose from and all come with fabric panels, stuffing, ribbon to make a little hangin read more
What Is The Cheapest/best Way To Ship Books Internationally?
BigJoe dotcom | November 8th 2009 by BigJoe
I have been selling books on Amazon for awhile now, but I have gotten my first international recently. The person purchased several books, and the total weight is around 33 lbs. I did postage calculators online for dhl, ups, usps and fedex and all read more
In the Press...
Patchwork Harmony | November 8th 2009
Things have been pretty hectic of late, I never seem to have a moment! The shop has been getting busier in the run up to Christmas, so I must admit most of my time is going into that, so I thought I'd share a few recent product mentions Patchwork Har read more
Plans For Bored Kids And Parents
Wall & Mural Stencils | November 8th 2009 by Lee Power
Most cities and towns around the country often have craft fairs or art fairs commemorating local artists and what they offer the community. An art fair is great because it displays local talent and different craft ideas for anyone who has lots of tim read more
Knit one, purl one, turn the plastic handle?
last least 0 details | November 8th 2009 by butchhazel
My grandmother just gave me some of her old knitting and sewing supplies, including what appears to be some sort of plastic knitting machine. Tell me more about it and how to use it! I'm pretty sure it's a knitting machine/toy of some sort, but my read more
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