Celebrate the 4th in Style
1 commentHeat up the weekend to come with this awesome Fourth of July apron.
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How To: Simple Drop Earrings!
Choose two of your favorite beads and turn them into a quick, simple pair of earrings or embellishments...all you'll need are pliers, wire or eyepins, and a few minutes!
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Video: Make a Basic Bead Dangle
1 commentI made this video to show my favorite technique for creating embellishments, earrings, or pendants using wire and beads.
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Felting for a Fuzzier Knit
Why would a sane person spend countless hours knitting a beautiful wool item and throw it into a washer full of scalding hot water? Don’t they know that it will shrink and become hopelessly matted? Yes, felting, that’s exactly what we want!
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How To: Easy Trivets from Design Sponge!
1 commentWhy spend mucho dollars on designer trivets when you can make them yourself?
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One-Hour Wide Belt
Got an hour? Make a stunning and stylish wide sash with our pdf project plans.
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Lickety-Split Cardi-Wrap
1 commentCheck out our downloadable cardi-wrap project plans.
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How to Weave on a Cardboard Loom
9 commentsYou don't need expensive equipment to start weaving. Dig a piece of sturdy cardboard out of your recycle bin and learn how to turn it into a loom!
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Make One Adorable Apron from Two Colorful Napkins
1 commentYou can make this darling apron in less time than it takes to whip up an omelette, and you can use cute vintage linen napkins or brand-new ones from a home decor shop.
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Spotlight on SoftFlex
3 commentsI have been using SoftFlex beading wire for years, but I spotted a few other cool products—not to mention some great free resources for beaders—while I was at the Bead Expo.
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Pretty Up a Party with Paper
7 commentsI wouldn't hesitate to put extra care and attention into wrapping a present, so why should a cake be any different? Cutting a silhouette is not difficult. If you have paper, pencil, scissors (or X-Acto knife), and an interesting design, you’re more than halfway there. Simply draw out your design, and start cutting.
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Check out This Vintage Pattern Treasure Trove on Etsy
3 commentsDon't you just love how fashion comes full circle? That's why you can't miss with cool retro pattern finds.
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It's Reusable Bag Day In Austin,TX
1 commentYou can participate in this eco-friendly event even if you don't live in Austin with these cool DIY tote ideas on Craftstylish.
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Transform a Tee Shirt into a Daring DIY Bikini on Threadbanger
2 commentsYou are sure to be the main attraction at the beach in this itsy, bitsy, string-bikini.
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Make and Share: Bright Bangles
2 commentsCreate beautifully textured bracelets by wrapping on a mix of trim, thread, or yarn.
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Make It: Ridiculously Easy Wineglass Charms
1 commentSeattle crafter and blogger Megan Reardon shares this gorgeous, simple project to make: a set of wineglass charms to give as a hostess gift or keep for yourself.
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Try Free-Motion Stitching and Make an Eyeglass Case
After I wrote about machine quilting, I did a little playing with free-motion stitching. It was fun to see if I could actually write with my sewing machine, and it was a good way to practice control over my movements. Then I turned that little practice sample into a soft case for my glasses.
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Make an Easy No-Knit Felted Purse
2 commentsI used the quickest, easiest felting technique to make this darling little felted purse— and there was no knitting involved. So put down those needles, and try an entirely new way of working with wool.
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Quick to Make Project: Key Leash
Never misplace your keys again with this easy-to-make key leash project.
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Free Patterns from Amy Butler!
3 commentsI am in love with the fabrics and patterns that come out of Amy Butler's studio and now I love her even more for posting some free patterns and projects on her website for all to enjoy!
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