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Jewelry Making Tools You Need
Make your own necklaces, bracelets, earring and more with a variety of techniques -- stringing, wirework, metal smithing. We've rounded up some of the jewelry making tools you need --…
Best Tools for Beading Projects
As with any other creative endeavor, having the right tools at hand makes the job easier and ensures quality results. This is especially true for beading. Frayed and tangled threads,…
Knitting Tools for Beginners
Knitting is a hobby that you can do just about anywhere. It is a great project to take with you, as easy as a one skein scarf or hat, or…
Spotlight: Joe Friddle, Watercolor Artist
Joe Friddle began his career in marine biology. He found his artist's path via the teaching road. Starting with pencil portraits, Joe transitioned to watercolor when he encountered Texas artist…
Spotlight: Troy Daniel of The Coggler’s Shoppe
Steampunk fan Troy Daniel of the Coggler's Shoppe incorporates the steampunk aesthetic into his art. But he goes beyond the typical and creates a variety of unique art that brings…
Spotlight: Holly Glenn, Painter & Maker
Holly Glenn has so much energy that takes her down many creative paths. She recently has taken on wire wrapped jewelry, but loves to paint, sculpt, do woodwork and make…
Spotlight: Kayla Kennington & Her Studio
Kayla Kennington is an artist, designer and educator. Sewists everywhere love her clothing patterns for their universal appeal, ease of fit and clear instructions. But she does so much more…
Long Arm Quilting Ideas
As a longarm quilter, I get the opportunity to bring magic to the quilts of my clients. Here are a few of the many quilts I've quilted with love, in…
How to Stencil on Fabric with Paint: Tips and Ideas
Learn how to stencil on fabric with paint to update your clothes and home decor with just a little bit of paint. You can use acrylic paints or textile paints.…
Colette, Quilter and Maker
Colette is a quilter and maker, and does magic on her Pfaff sewing machine as a former Educator for Pfaff. She knits, beads and loves to keep her hands and…
Spotlight: James McLernon, Painter and Sculptor
James McLernon is a painter and sculptor, who loves to focus on the unknown and paranormal. His sculptures and paintings use both traditional and contemporary forms, which in turn reflects…
Knee Scooter Basket
I had ankle surgery and one of those knee scooters and needed a way to carry my things around. Since I love to do basketry, I decided why not spend…
How to Make Sewing Pattern Weights: Easy DIY Tutorial
I found a stack of 5X5 precut squares at an estate sale and decided to make pattern weights for garment sewing. Fast, easy project putting scraps to good use.
How to Yarn Bomb: Fun, Easy and Inspired Ideas
Have fun yarn bombing! It's temporarily covering an object with knitted, crocheted, woven, stitched or wrapped yarn. Make funny, easy or complex yarn bombs.
How to Make May Day Baskets: Easy DIY Ideas
Surprise someone with beautiful cut flowers from your garden on May Day. Make a paper cone basket for May Day flowers and leave them at a neighbor's door.
DIY Dog Toy Basket
Make a quick, durable dog toy basket with fabric, stiff interfacing and your sewing machine. This super-easy project can be finished with basic sewing skills.
Embroidery: Portuguese Stem Stitch
The Portuguese Stem Stitch is a basic stem stitch, with added loops which give the stitch more texture and interest. It shows off the added loop texture.
DIY Tin Can Flowers
I've seen yard art made from cans and thought, why not tin can flowers? Super-easy, cut the petals with metal snips, decorate with paint and nail to a trellis.