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How to Make Singleton Buttons

Diane Gilleland, contributor | March 13th, 200929 comments

Here's another handmade button with a long history. Singleton buttons are easy to whip up and a great way to use those precious scraps of pretty fabric.

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How to Make Wall Art with Vintage Fabric and Buttons

Lee Meredith, contributor | March 10th, 20096 comments

Embroidery hoops make perfect frames for vintage fabric embellished with buttons. Depending on your choice of fabric, you can get all kinds of looks with the same concept.

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Natalie Chanin Introduced Her New Line at Fashion Week

Jennifer Stern, contributor | March 5th, 20092 comments

I blogged about Natalie Chanin's book, The Alabama Stitch Book, months ago. I was mesmerized by the beautiful details in her garments, which were mostly made from repurposed knits. Check out her new collection, Songbirds.

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Learn to Make a French Knot Like a Pro!

Linda Permann, contributor | March 4th, 20092 comments

Kristin Nicholas, knitwear, embroidery and textile designer, has a great new video tutorial on her website that explains the often frustrating French Knot stitch.

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How to Hand-Sew a Buttonhole

cal patch, contributor | March 3rd, 200928 comments

Why use a machine for what your hands can do better? Making buttonholes the old-fashioned way lends a charming touch to your finished projects!

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How to Make a Kitty Hat (for Humans!)

Lee Meredith, contributor | February 28th, 20095 comments

Show your feline adoration with a kitty hat, made from recycled sweater fabric, buttons, and other embellishing bits and pieces.

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How to Turn a Photo of Your Pet into a Thread Painting

Jennifer Stern, contributor | February 28th, 20093 comments

Use a light box to trace the details of a photo of your pet, then let the fun begin. Drop the feed dogs on your sewing machine and play with different shades of thread as you fill in the picture with free-motion stitching—you'll be surprised how easy it is!

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The Latest Trend in Sewing Machines Is BIG!

Mary Ray, contributor | February 26th, 20095 comments

Last week I attended the Bernina National Artisans’ Reunion in Chicago and had an opportunity to play on the new Bernina 830 sewing and embroidery machine and to learn about how Bernina is reaching out to the next generation of sewers.

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How to Make a Mouse Toy for Your Favorite Cat

kayte terry, contributor | February 19th, 20097 comments

This felt mouse toy is the perfect treat for your favorite cat. Fill it with catnip or jingle bells and get ready for hours of feline fun.

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How to Make a Mosaic Tile Portrait of Your Pet

Jennifer Stern, contributor | February 14th, 20094 comments

Try something new with your photos...copy them onto Inkjet Fabric Sheets and cut them up! You'll be amazed at what you can come up with when you put them back together!

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How to Make a Button-Embellished Notebook Cover

Diane Gilleland, contributor | February 13th, 20098 comments

It takes so little to make a run-of-the-mill spiral notebook special: a bit of felt, a little stitching, and a handful of wonderful buttons.

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Etsy Hearts Erika Kern: We Know the Feeling

Michaela Murphy, contributor | February 11th, 20097 comments

If you are already a HUGE fan of Erika's, it will come as no surprise to hear that her awesome CraftStylish valentine is being featured this week on Etsy. Check it out and share the love.

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Urban Threads Wants to Be Your Valentine—Enter to Win the Crafty Love Giveaway!

Jennifer Stern, contributor | February 10th, 2009

Enter to win a whole stash of cool hand-embroidery stuff.

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How to Embroider a Chew Toy for Man's (My) Best Friend

Jennifer Stern, contributor | February 7th, 20091 comment

Dust off your embroidery machine—this is a great beginner project. Add your dog's name using built-in lettering or a silly smiley face to one of these chew toys—I'll help you every step of the way!

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Calling All CraftStylish Embroidery Machine Owners!!!

Jennifer Stern, contributor | February 3rd, 200911 comments

CraftStylish is what its members bring to the table! I want to know what's on your mind—what kind of tutorials, information, and links are you looking for.

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Neawear--Unique Jewelry and Wall Wear

Jennifer Stern, contributor | February 1st, 20092 comments

Check out this inspiring story of how this graphic designer in Montreal, Canada, turns hand embroidery and jewelry designer.

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How to Make Monogrammed Fleece Slippers

Jennifer Stern, contributor | January 31st, 20097 comments

Give your sweetie the gift of warm toes this Valentine's Day. These slippers are cozy and really quick to make!

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How to Embroider a Pillowcase Valentine

Jennifer Stern, contributor | January 29th, 20094 comments

Save some paper this Valentine's Day. Embroidering a love note on the hem of your Valentine's pillowcase is sure to bring more than just sweet dreams!

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