I don’t have much time for crafts right now, the kids activities are in full gear, but I like to work on little things when I get a chance to sit down in the evening. A couple nights ago, I found some plain white tea towels hiding in my craft room that I decided to …
Bohemian Necklaces Showcase
I adore the free spirit designs of the bohemian style. These bohemian necklaces are perfect examples of how much freedom of design is given to this style. Whether you wish to buy an inspired necklace for yourself or allow these designs to inspire you, there is such an lovely array of designs that one is …
Stroll on the Beach Applique Collection
Here is our completed Stroll on the Beach Applique Collection. Every time I made one it became my favorite. I like the simplicity of the starfish and sand dollar, but I also love the detailed stitching found on the scallop shell and the conch shell. What’s your favorite? I find this very hard to believe, …
Conch Shell Applique :: Stroll on the Beach Applique Collection
Today we are sharing our fourth and final applique in our Stroll on the Beach Collection, a beautiful conch shell applique! Although I love all the appliques in this collection, I think this one has become my favorite. I love the colors and the details, both in individual felt pieces and the stitching. Hope you have …
Starfish Applique :: Stroll on the Beach Applique Collection
The beauty of the simplicity of a starfish is captured in our Starfish Applique. Although the shape is simple, the embroidery adds lots of character to the applique. Today we are sharing our third applique in our Stroll on the Beach Collection, a lovely star fish! To give a bumpy texture to the applique, we …
Hand Pieced Hexagon Quilt Tutorial
I have this basket with little scraps of fabric in it. Every so often I get in the mood in the evening to sew rather than knit. When that happens, I pull out my scrap basket and start cutting out hexagons. I have this quilt I’ve been working on on and off for years. It …
Scallop Shell Applique :: Stroll on the Beach Collection
I stroll on the beach is always a delightful experience. If you happen upon a beautiful shell, like our Scallop Shell Applique, it makes it magical! Today we are sharing our second applique in our Stroll on the Beach Collection. Imagine how thrilling it would to stumble upon a perfectly persevered shell like today’s Scallop …
Sand Dollar Applique :: Stroll on the Beach Collection
Even if you live in northern regions like I do, you can experience a bit of warmth of a stroll on a beach with this sand dollar applique! A couple weeks before Christmas one of our readers emailed me and asked if I could design a couple of “beachy” appliques. She was interested in a …
Felt Flower Elbow Patch for a Favorite Sweater!
Learn how to make a felt flower elbow patch to repair the worn sleeves of a favorite sweater! Why be boring when your repairs can be fun and beautiful? This holiday season was the perfect blend of crazy, zany commotion and quiet, relaxing down time. During one of the busy days, Michelle noticed I had …
Candle Applique for a Cold Winter’s Night
There are few things that say “home” as much as a candle burning invitingly in a window on a dark winter’s night. Stitch up our Candle Applique and give a hardy welcome to kith and kin! MERRY CHRISTMAS AND SEASONS GREETINGS TO ALL OF OUR FRIENDS AROUND THE GLOBE! Michelle and Kimara It’s no wonder that …
Christmas Express Ornament Collection
Today’s guest post is includes the pattern for this Christmas Express Ornament Collection. Julie at Prairie Point Junction created this special collection of ornaments as a tribute to the much loved holiday book, The Polar Express. Use the designs to make ornaments, package tags, a decoration for a wreath, or use the pattern page as a …
Retro Crochet Snowflake Ornament Pattern
As a kid, my Nana always had these hand crocheted lace snowflakes on her tree. Her mother-in-law (my great-grandmother) had made them. They were delicately made and starched until they were firm. There was definitely something about them that said ‘old lady’ but in a traditional, comforting sort of way. Both my little yarn tree …