Pac-Man Quilt Blocks
This has made my Friday! Monica Soloriow-Snow, of The Happy Zombie, created these Pac-Man blocks for a traveling quilting bee she’s a member of. The design is inspired by patterns created by Sew Hooked.
Yarncraft
How-To: Invisibly Seam Granny Squares
Our friends at Lion Brand Yarn have a simple tutorial for creating an invisible seam between granny squares. I love the way it looks! More: HOW TO – Crochet a Granny Square @Craftzine.com blog How-To: Granny Square Scarf @Craftzine.com blog How-To: Granny Square Cookies @Craftzine.com blog Rainbow Granny Square Parasol @Craftzine.com blog
How-To: Vintage Hankie Burp Cloths
Turn your extra vintage handkerchiefs into a stylish baby accessory with this vintage hankie burp cloth tutorial from Chenille at The Polkadot Chair. I can’t resist the combination of cute and practical, and this project is a perfect example of making an everyday parenting necessity into something special! More: How-To: Upcycled Baby Clothing Creatures @Craftzine.com […]
Laptop Sleeve from Vintage Material
There’s something about the juxtaposition of vintage material next to a pretty, pretty MacBook that is appealing. Vintage Chica made this laptop sleeve out of a foliage-print retro towel, and I think it’s quite nice. More: Self-Cleaning iPad Sleeve Hoodie Laptop Sleeve
Unusual Embroidery Exhibition in Miami
Artist Katie Kretz currently has an exhibition of her unusual embroidery work at Hardcore Art in Miami. The image above is a detail of a work called “The Final Word,” and consists of thousands of french knots on black velvet. Check out the photostream of the exhibition, which runs through June 2nd, on flickr. More: […]
How-To: Lace Dress Pattern
This lace dress from Kate at See Kate Sew is just too cute! The ruffle collar contrasts perfectly with the delicate lace in the dress, and the effect is pretty, but not too formal. Want to make your own? You can download a PDF of the pattern on See Kate Sew! More: Beautiful Dyed Eyelet […]
How-To: Braided Collar Crop Top
Update last year’s oversized tank top with this braided collar crop top tutorial from Kinsey at Sincerely, Kinsey. It’s a quick, easy way to refresh your wardrobe for spring! More: How-To: Retro Two-Seam Top @Craftzine.com blog How-To: Spring Doily-Sleeved Top @Craftzine.com blog Shirred Pillowcase Top @Craftzine.com blog
