How To: English Paper Piecing Project
10 commentsWhen you want to sew small, many-sided patches together, this traditional piecing method ensures perfect results. It’s done by hand, so ditch your sewing machine and be prepared to become addicted!
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Craft an Innovative I-Cord Needle Cozy
2 commentsKeep your needles safe and secure in this fun yet practical needle case.
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How to Cross-Stitch on Single Crochet
5 commentsCreate a unique monogram or other design using crossed embroidery stitches and a canvas made of single crochet.
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How To: Five Handy Embroidery Stitches
9 commentsThe number of hand-embroidery stitches out there can be daunting when you first start, but you really only need a few basic stitches to finish any project.
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How to Make Paper Ornaments
12 commentsAh, Labor Day, when a young man's fancy turns to ornaments. Ornaments?! Yes, it's time again to begin crafting for the holiday season (three months away and counting). Here's the recipe for one of my favorite (and easiest to make) tree-trimming decorations.
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How to Embellish a Picture Frame with Buttons
2 commentsI found an old picture frame at a thrift store and covered it with an assortment of buttons, plus a flower charm, for a quick, easy project.
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How to Make a Custom-Knitted Button and Win the Style Game
3 commentsButton, button, who’s got the button? For a flawless finish, consider knitting your own buttons for a one-of-a-kind look.
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How to Make a Super-Simple Roll-Up for Organizing Your Crochet Hooks
5 commentsKeep your crochet hooks corralled with a pretty hook case. This version starts with a store-bought place mat to make it quick and easy, perfect for beginning sewers.
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How to Make a Recycled Necktie Scarf
7 commentsThere's silk in those old neckties! Take them apart and make this gorgeous, light-as-a-feather patchwork scarf.
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How to Embellish Kneesocks
I love wearing kneesocks, so I thought I'd embellish a couple of my favorite pairs for fall. Here are a few ideas for fancying them up with button rosettes.
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How to Organize Your Necklaces, Earrings, and Hair Clips
Keeping your beads and crafty supplies organized and accessible is challenging enough, but once you've made yourself a handful of necklaces, earrings, and hair clips, how do you keep those neat and tangle-free? I've finally found the perfect jewelry organizer to display my collection, and here's a great idea on how to make your own, too.
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Scarfittens: Dual-Purpose Cold-Weather Gear
2 commentsGet ready for the cool weather by knitting up this ingenious scarf-mitten combo. This simple, chic accessory needs only a couple of balls of yarn and couldn’t be easier.
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Use a Twin Needle to Make a Reusable "Corrugated" Coffee Cup Sleeve
10 commentsThis neat little accessory is all you need to add texture, detail, and depth to your stitched projects.
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How to Emboss a Metal Tin
22 commentsThese shiny tins look impressive, but here's their secret: They're made with ordinary hardware-store metal tape.
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Create a Custom Sleeve Pattern
1 commentDraft a personalized sleeve pattern you can use to design your own creations.
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Beaducation Online Classes
1 commentBeaducation has a whole array of cool online classes for making all kinds of jewelry projects... from (free!) basic tutorials to intricate, gorgeous chainmail, crochet, and wirework pieces, there's something for every skill level.
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Make a French Seam Organza Gift Bag
2 commentsIf you're having trouble working with a sheer fabric, a French seam is a great way to create a professional finish for your projects. And if you're going to learn a French seam, then why not make a little gift bag on the way?!
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How to Insert a Crocheted Lace Band into a Hand Towel
3 commentsMake these luxurious bath towels by transforming the standard variety with some crocheted or embroidered lace.
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How to Make Simple White Paper Flowers
7 commentsThese elegant flowers look like a million but cost only pennies to make. A careful choice of materials and attention to creating graceful shapes combine to make this my favorite paper centerpiece.
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How to Embroider the Hem of Your Favorite Yoga Pants
2 commentsPick an embroidery design that's perfect for stretchy fabrics, and it's a snap to add some fun around the hem of your yoga pants!
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