Ahoy, knit this bag or walk the plank!
Well, shiver me timbers! Today, Sept 19th, is International Talk Like a Pirate Day. Pirates knit and you can knit like one by making the Pirate Queen’s Booty bag to stash all your opulent treasures. Link.
Month: September 2006
Tips for making personalized charm necklaces
Lindsey Jackson of Yankee Girl Designs has written up some great tips on how to make personalized charm necklaces as gifts for friends and family on special occassions. Lindsey says, “Last year a dear friend of mine got married. I picked up a few things from her registry to bring to the bridal shower but […]
Dr. DeBakey Sewing an Artery
Check out the old-school sewing machine that Dr. DeBakey is working on! Thanks for send this in Mark! The years 1953-54 marked a turning point in cardiovascular surgery. Working at home on his wife’s sewing machine, Dr. DeBakey constructed the first Dacron artificial artery to replace the damaged segments of artery. – Link
HOW TO – Sew a hat
Steph at Curiously Crafty has a great sewing tutorial on how to make a hat with a brim. Get some nice wool fabric to make some for fall. Link.
Steam powered Gameboy
Jack sent in this steam powered Gameboy to go with the “lobster tank” –
Crochet Earrings
Make some crochet earrings designed by Julie A. Bolduc. Link.
Knit Converse Shoes
Here’s a way you can still wear your old pair of converse shoes when the fabric gets all worn out — knit yourself a new pair! Link.
