This sweet quilted mug rug makes me want to *grab a cuppa. Amanda of The Patchsmith Craftsy store designed it and offers the pattern for it in her shop at an affordable $1.99. If this is not your cup of … Read More ...
Newsy: Love and visit your LQS event
A trip to my local quilt shop is a treat I never take for granted. I can list here some I used to visit but cannot now because they closed their doors: Idle Hours, Stitches, Squash Blossoms and Just for … Read More ...
Giveaway: Fashionable Fabrics certificate at Crafty Mummy
Tonya at The Crafty Mummy has a new sponsor, Fashionable Fabrics, who is giving away a $35.00 voucher/gift certificate to one lucky Mummy reader. Besides some awesome fabrics, they sell patterns, books and notions.
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Honey Bee Bag and more at Pretty by Hand
Kristyne of Pretty by Hand opens her new shop this week, also called Pretty by Hand. She starts things off by offering five patterns – two purses, one pouch, and two quilts. Shown here is the Honey Bee Bag. Check … Read More ...
Giveaway: Brave Aviator Mouse kit | Bustle and Sew
Helen of Bustle and Sew is giving away a Brave Aviator Mouse kit on her blog after receiving such positive response from her readers about these softie toys. They are precious! Go HERE to get entry details.
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A trip to Cotton and Clover Dry Goods
Traveling this summer landed me at the steps of Cotton and Clover, a boutique in Fort Smith, Arkansas. This was my first trip there. As I approached the entrance, a note on the door said, “We’re sewing in the … Read More ...
Giveaway: Bella and Liberty to kick start WAHM’s sewing business
Craftbuds is hosting a giveaway aimed to help a fellow sewist, Sara of Sew Sweetness, get her business started. A work at home mom, Sara’s goal with this money is to buy pattern making software, expensive software. Donate as little … Read More ...
Newsy: Alma teaches Soulcraft | Latest in her STITCHED series
Alma Stoller announces her latest workshop – Soulcraft Art Quilt – as part of her STITCHED 2012 series of videos designed to help you find your inner fiber artist. Go HERE to learn more.
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… Read More ...Ta Dah!: Mr. Alligator quilt by KD
Adorableness alert for a baby boy nursery decor. Kristen of KD-Quilts completed this as a custom order by a fellow mommy blogger. As much as I love the front, the back is just as exciting. Go HERE to see more … Read More ...
Maura’s Folk Fibers and Feliz holiday sale in Austin
Ahhh the good life, a quilt and vintage van! Maura Ambrose of Folk Fibers Blog created this quilt from hand dyed fabrics. Love it and this one too.
This quilt makes me think of the Fourth of July, love the … Read More ...
Embroidered tea towel about doing dishes
Cute alert! Love this tea towel pattern called It’s a Dirty Job, by Wendi of Shiny Happy World. I am one of those people who find washing dishes meditative, I’d love to know which camp you belong to, hate … Read More ...
Ruby Star quilted coasters
I never tire of seeing what crafters make from the Ruby Star Rising/Shining fabric lines by Melody Miller. I found these quilted coasters at Sing All You Want Etsy. Adorableness!
Image credit: Sing All You Want
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Antique Wool Quilt “modern”
Look at what a “vintage quilt” search on Etsy returned me – this 1900 Log Cabin at The Muse in Me. Though over a hundred years old, I’m struck by how “modern” it feels. Visit the listing to learn more… Read More ...
Convert your bridesmaid dress into a quilt
At one time or another most women will have a bridesmaid dress hanging in their closet. One they’ll never wear again, but is too pretty to get rid of just yet. Offered at UncommonGoods.com, you can have said dress … Read More ...
Seed Tray pattern for paper piecing
Amy Friend of During Quiet Time created this paper pieced pattern for a 10″ quilt block. Finding this pattern right before Mother’s Day, gave me a warm feeling for all the nurturers in our lives. You can find it for … Read More ...