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Download our handy Mother's Day printable PDF card to give to her on Sunday!

Posted by Natalie Zee Drieu | 8:00 AM in Announcements, Bazaar | Discuss (0)

La Belle's First Machine Quilting Project

Quilting

Ever since I finished my first quilt, I have been obsessed with reading about other crafters' quilting experiences. La Belle just finished her first machine quilting project, which not only looks great, but also includes tips and helpful links.... Read More

Posted by Michelle Kempner | May 9, 2008 07:00 AM in Homemade, Quilting | Discuss (0) | TrackBack

Hand-Painted Jacket by Elsa

Refashion

Elsa Mora found this cute, but plain jacket for $12.99 at a Ross and customized it with a hand-painted bird on a branch. I can't wait go bargain hunting.... Read More

Posted by Michelle Kempner | May 9, 2008 06:00 AM in Homemade, Refashion | Discuss (0) | TrackBack

Winners of Knit Aid by Vickie Howell

Announcements

Congratulations to Meg and Sara for each winning a copy of Vickie Howell's new book, Knit Aid: A Learn It, Fix It, Finish It Guide for Knitters on the Go from our free book giveaway yesterday. Thanks to everyone... Read More

Posted by Natalie Zee Drieu | May 8, 2008 09:00 PM in Announcements, Contests | Discuss (1) | TrackBack

Recycled Chip Bag Hat

Refashion

Milliner Boring Sidney created this 1940s-style floral headpiece from snack food bags--now that's recycling in style!... Read More

Posted by Jenny Ryan | May 8, 2008 07:00 PM in Refashion | Discuss (3) | TrackBack

Amy Butler Laptop Cover and MP3 Case Pattern

Bazaar

Give your technology a bit of handmade love with the Amy Butler Laptop Cover and MP3 Case pattern ($12.95) now available at Reprodepot.com.... Read More

Posted by Natalie Zee Drieu | May 8, 2008 05:00 PM in Bazaar, Sewing, Tech Accessories | Discuss (0) | TrackBack

Transcoding Lace Patterns

Cindy Moore is rewriting lace patterns from the 1897 book The Art of Knitting, modernizing the terminology and charts used in the patterns. You can buy greeting cards with the patterns on her website (great Mother's Day idea), and... Read More

Posted by Becky Stern | May 8, 2008 04:00 PM in Knitting, Patterns, Vintage | Discuss (0)

Denyse Schmidt's "County Fair"

Fabric

Quilting superstar Denyse Schmidt has just released a beautiful new line of fabric called County Fair, featuring the prints you've come to love printed in fresh new colorways on upholstery-weight cotton canvas. There's also a "cheater print" called Patchwork... Read More

Posted by Jenny Ryan | May 8, 2008 03:00 PM in Fabric, Quilting | Discuss (0) | TrackBack

Floating Object Illusion Earrings

Jewelry

Erica Magrey makes earrings with a clear vinyl backing to create the illusion of floating shapes. She writes: I've recently been making 60s, 70s, and 80s-inspired earrings out of leather, plastic, and yarn. I made earrings as a kid... Read More

Posted by Becky Stern | May 8, 2008 02:00 PM in Fashion, Jewelry, Refashion | Discuss (0)

TONIGHT! Knitalong Book Event @ Twisted PDX

Events

Portland-area folks should make a point of stopping by Twisted this evening, where Knitalong author Larissa Brown and photographer/designer Sarah Gilbert will be signing books and helping lead a Mother's Day gift-making extravaganza. The featured project? The Magic Yarn... Read More

Posted by Jenny Ryan | May 8, 2008 01:00 PM in Events, Knitting | Discuss (0) | TrackBack

HOW TO - Make Cupcake Bites

Food

Bakerella shows you how to make these adorable red-velvet cupcake bites. These would make a great treat for Mother's Day (or any other day, really!).... Read More

Posted by Jenny Ryan | May 8, 2008 12:00 PM in Food | Discuss (0) | TrackBack

Crochet Coin Purse Pattern

Crochet

Handmade by Calista has a pattern to make this crochet coin purse with a snap frame. I love the look of all the ruffles.... Read More

Posted by Natalie Zee Drieu | May 8, 2008 11:00 AM in Crochet | Discuss (0) | TrackBack

Jess Hutch Show at Schmancy in Seattle this Friday, May 9

Amigurumi and Toys

This Friday at Schmancy (1932 Second Avenue) in Seattle is the opening of Jess Hutch's new show "Villagers". You can check out the presale of the plush artwork and also read the interview with Jess!... Read More

Posted by Natalie Zee Drieu | May 8, 2008 10:00 AM in Amigurumi and Toys, Events | Discuss (0) | TrackBack

HOW TO: Make Sculpey Nature Prints

Home and Garden

Beth of Write, Mama, Write shows us how to make these beautiful sculpey nature prints as a fun project to make with kids that also look great displayed in the house. [ via AT ohdeedoh ]... Read More

Posted by Natalie Zee Drieu | May 8, 2008 09:00 AM in Home and Garden, Kids | Discuss (1) | TrackBack

Spruce up your Place: Indie Home Decor Challenge at Indie Fixx

Contests

Indie Fix has a new Indie Home Decor Challenge called Spruce Up Your Place. From now until June 18th send in images from your home of your completed indie & DIY home decor projects, or images of your mood/inspiration... Read More

Posted by Natalie Zee Drieu | May 8, 2008 08:00 AM in Contests, Home and Garden | Discuss (0) | TrackBack

HOW TO - Make a Yoga Mat Bag

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Meream from Bored and Crafty blog posted instructions on how to make your own yoga mat bag. I love Meream's other clever bags, but I'm also glad she gave us something simple that we can all try to make.... Read More

Posted by Michelle Kempner | May 8, 2008 07:00 AM in 101, Homemade, Sewing | Discuss (0) | TrackBack

Etsy Labs Update

Announcements

A lot is happening over at Etsy Labs including a new location. They moved from the 6th floor to fancy new digs on the 3rd floor of 325 Gold Street in Brooklyn. There are a lot of new classes... Read More

Posted by Michelle Kempner | May 8, 2008 06:00 AM in Announcements, Bazaar

Stylish Stool Revamp

Home and Garden

Flickr user Very Lame found a beat-up stool in the garbage. After removing the cruddy vinyl cushion and replacing it with this colorful Sukie handkerchief, she's got herself a stylish new one-of-a-kind seat!... Read More

Posted by Jenny Ryan | May 7, 2008 07:00 PM in Home and Garden, Recycle | Discuss (0) | TrackBack

Poketo Warehouse Party & Sale

Events

The fun folks at Poketo are hosting their first-ever warehouse sale this Saturday. Stop by and snap up teeshirts, wallets, plates and more--everything is priced at $5 or $10. If that ain't enough, the first 50 folks to arrive... Read More

Posted by Jenny Ryan | May 7, 2008 05:00 PM in Bazaar, Events | Discuss (0) | TrackBack

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