So, here it is - The Craft Hope Book - in all it's handcrafted goodness and "spreading the seeds of hope one stitch at a time". It was on my desk waiting for me yesterday afternoon (I'm sure Mishi was disappointed that it wasn't for her, but happy enough to see the lovely book anyway - with lots of great projects...
Dana from MADE created 9 fabulous pillowcases for Craft Hope Project 9: ConKerr Cancer, and shares a tutorial so you can make some, too. The pillowcases are easy to make. Grab some cheery fabric and make…...
In the newest issue of Sew Beautiful (#132), we took you inside a fabulous Atlanta-based sewing lounge, Whipstitch. Today, we're taking you across the country to another unique hotspot for the sewing and crafting community – Fancy Tiger in Denver, Colorado. Ironically, two members of our staff visited Fancy Tiger while on separate trips to Denver over this past summer, and...
luvinthemommyhood has had a month of teacup inspired crafts – including some how-to projects and inspiration sources. The image here is from design*sponge’s tutorial on teacup candles. Similar Posts: book: Martha Stewart’s Encyclopedia of Crafts | books: Make good: Crafts + Life | how-to: winter crafts | book: The complete book of retro crafts | [...]...
Buttons are so much more than just little " fasteners" of clothing. As any button collector will tell you, they are rich in color, materials and style. The truly old ones are like miniature antiques and speak of art, traditions, craftsmanship and family lineage. Oh, if buttons could talk! Can you imagine the stories of adventure and long forgotten times they...
Lookie! More dollies have arrived on my doorstep! This group of TEN dollies was donated by Tere from The Quilted Pug . TEN DOLLIES, people! She used machine embroidery to stitch all of the faces. Brilliant idea!! And I…...
Look at what arrived in the mail on Saturday! A box full of sweet dollies for our Dolly Donation Challenge ! They were made by Pam in Fairview, North Carolina. Check out the paisley fabric she used for the…...
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Nobody does it like Martha–and you’ll relish this 400-page comprehensive sewing encyclopedia resource. From basic sewing techniques to setting up the perfect workspace, Martha addresses it all.There are 800 full-color photos of projects and techniques to inspire you and teach sewing, applique, embroidery, quilting, dyeing and printing lessons. In addition is an extensive reference section on [...]...
Have you been faffing around, meaning to get your crafty business happening? Some crafty women from the Thornbury Women's Neighbourhood House community are running a series of Saturday seminars for emerging craft makers interested in starting up their own craft business. The course will be facilitated by local women who've taken the leap and made craft their business. For dates and...
lavender dolls One Inch World flower dissection The Magnifying Glass milk pod flowers Twig And Toadstool flower press and pressed flowers My Mommy Makes It cattail doll Wabi-Sabi Wanderings milkweed mice 5 Orange Potatoes rose petal garland Garden Mama...
I’m so happy and excited that this book is finally out!!! Some of you may already know about Craft Hope but if you haven’t heard of it before, Craft Hope (the blog) was borne out of Jade Sims’ desire to combine her love of crafting and her desire to spread hope to those who have [...]...
Craft Challenge: by Nathalie Mornu, Lark Books, 2010 With so many sewing books currently on the market, and even more free tutorials available online, it is getting increasingly difficult for authors to distinguish themselves and earn some coveted space on your (or my) bookshelf. But Nathalie Mornu manages to accomplish just that with her latest [...]...
Saturday saw The Craft Room kickoff in Melbourne. I spent a lovely Amitie afternoon playing with hexagons and drinking in the inspiration. There are still a few spots for my next classes on the 21st of August and also the 18 Th of September. If your interested you can book here:) I got to get all up close and personal with...
Look at the pair of dollies sent in by Sarah in Missouri! Aren’t they cute?? They’re the latest additions to the Craft Gossip Dolly Donation Challenge . They’ll be sent to children living in the Hope Village orphanage in Haiti. …...
Craft Hope Handmade Crafts for a Cause ... So what's between the pages? Over 30 projects with step by step instructions and templates... designed by many a familiar face and photographed beautifully. Here's a glimpse: From Molly's art kit to Celine's smocked dress, the list of lovelies just goes on and on... soft toys, mittens, totes, purses, soap, seed balls, jewelry,...
I think these wood and stick suns are so pretty! Wabi-Sabi Wanderings shows you how to make them....
This same time last August, I was also surrounded by recycled t-shirts scraps. Two of my designs were going to be featured in an upcoming book, and I was madly perfecting each detail as the deadline loomed large. One year later, a copy of that very book arrived in my mailbox, as it did on every major bookstore shelf around the...
I am eagerly awaiting the arrival in the post of my copy of Craft Hope:Handmade Crafts for a Cause. I am more than proud to be included in this beautiful looking book. A book that is more than just about the projects and designers; more than just about the bloggers and artists; it's about a global community doing something to make...
cutie gnominess with Mytle & Eunice – how to make your own little gnome friend. Similar Posts: recap: chickummyjig | needle felt gnome | how-to: sew a monster softie | How to Go to Craft College | a felty lunch: tutorial | Share and Enjoy:...
Some craft books worth your while to check out. Felted Jewelry: 20 Stylish Designs (Lark Jewelry Book) by Candie Cooper. Lark Books (April 6, 2010). This book showcases a variety of felting techniques to make innovative and unique jewelry pieces. With so many styles and techniques at work here you are sure to find something [...]...
Scrap booking has become big- HUGE- these days. It is awonderful pastime that can bring friends and families together. Giving a giftlike a scrapbook is one of the best presents you can give and great for anyoccasion. But scrapbooking can be consuming. There are stamps, papers, dies,glitter, fonts, etc to purchase to make your scrapbook awesome. Or you can buya Cricut,...
Look! It’s another faceless dolly made by yours truly for the Craft Gossip Dolly Donation Challenge ! Actually, the reason I’m showing the picture isn’t because of the dolly, it’s because of the dress. This is the dress I…...
Unfortunately peeps Chair 14 have informed me that they can't offer us a fortnightly venue for the NCB during winter. Therefore the NCB will meet monthly for the next couple of months. Our next catch up will be Thursday August 12th & then Thursday September 9th. The usual time of 7-9pm applies. We'll see in September if we go back to...
Posted by Nicole Smith Check out these crafts inspired by umbrellas made by Etsy sellers....
My 9 year old daughter Emily of Super Stitches and I were both featured at Craft Gossip. Exciting. Huh? If you click on Emily's name, it will take you to the post about Emily at Craft Gossip....
I came across some amazing things at Kidtropolis but I think this art armoire would be a fabulous craft space! They also have some very cool custom built rooms over there......
In very exciting news, Notebook Magazine's The Craft Room is launching at Amitie in Melbourne this August. And only at my favourite patchwork store.....ever! You can choose from knitting, design your own knitwear (I so want to fly down and do this class with Jo Nathan who designs for Cleckheaton), embroidery, beginner sewing, a quilt as you go log cabin cushion...
We're in the thick of school holidays, which coupled with being sick, feels like it's going forever. The Doctor, Tiny and I have been doing a wee bit of kiddie craft, to be followed by some more later this week. There is nothing better than fresh playdough. Seriously. Fresh playdough is the shizzle. It's so malleable and smells so good, and...
1 down, 4 to go… Last night I completed the first of the 5 dolls I pledged to the Craft Gossip Dolly Donation Challenge . Granted, he still has no face but we’ve got plans to address that. My dear friend and…...
I saw this posted over at View From the Hamster Wheel. I think it will be a big help to me when I'm trying to decide what really needs to be done that day and in which order should it be done. The Mayonnaise Jar and the Coffee When things in...
Happy Fathers Day to the daddy in our house. He got a nice sleep in A mug from Lucy that she made at pre-school A bookmark and card made by Charlotte...
I headed off to the country today with Mr X and Moo Moo in tow, to celebrate my mums birthday Gypsy the mini shetland It was cold and windy and wet.......
I did it! The crumb coating worked like magic. Today's work on icing and decorating the cake was another two and a half hours, which adds up to six and a...
It's only a few days left before the Eid celebration, and I'm down to the last two of this year's order. I am recording them for future reference. I had so...
My three love a good party and this morning the bribe for good behaviour during church was the party we were going to afterwards! And it worked......plus a bag full of...
This Sunday are tons of accessories to finish that vintage look. Enjoy!...
Vanessa from V and Co. shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make colorful bowtie pasta for a child’s play kitchen out of scrap fabrics. These are sooo cute! And...
The rain is pounding against the windows of the bus and because there aren't any window seals, it's pouring down the inside of the vehicle and soaking everything within a five-foot...
That's how I'm feeling — upside down. Don't you think Chili is illustrating that perfectly? ;-) I miss talking to my son. I miss knowing that he's going through all sorts...
Sometimes ,I make a garment that I think is just the “cat’s meow” after I try it on,a few minute after it comes f the sewing machine. Truth is ,I should...
Like? I do. This is Lila Tueller’s Bohemian Bag. The fabrics are all from Anna Marie Horner’s Garden Party line. This was a 2-day project, mainly because you have to wash...
Here is the latest picture of my sewing room. As you may notice, I've made an addition. When my sewing room was highlighted on The Blue Gardenia blog, I mentioned that...
Just a few pics to quickly update you on my Doll Quilt Swap 9 quilt-and then its back to work for me! Here it is with all the pieces fused down...
In October I made up New Look 6802 & really liked how it came out. I promptly pulled out another another knit to make it in, and then ended up packing...
OK so admittedly it was back in August (I've been a TERRIBLE blogger) but back in August my guy & I visited my fave Aussie city for a few days. Four...
This is the cushion cover front I made at Sewjourn. A gorgeous wool felt background and wool scrap circles and this is the arty wobbly shot that is meant to distract...
By now you're very aware that I have been busily sewing for the Living Smart Festival which is on next Sunday at Speers Point Park. Today (Sunday) we are experiencing gale...
I know that everyone is looking for a new garment but somehow I never manage to sew my first day of vacation. Today I actually spent a considerable amount of time...