Amy Winehouse Embroidered Portrait
From the brilliant embroideress, Sarah of Totally Severe, who brought you Tim Gunn in stitches, behold the amazing details of Amy Winehouse. More: Amy Winehouse Tattoo Sweater
Yarncraft
How-To: Fuzzy Knit Chicks And Mini Eggs
These little fuzzy friends come just in time to welcome spring. Check out Whit’s Knits over on The Purl Bee for the pattern and tutorial.
Quick Knitting Tip: Pick Up a Dropped Stitch
Fixing mistakes in your knitting can be frustrating! Learn how to use a latch hook tool to pick up a dropped stitch that has run down several rows in this CRAFT Video.
Book Review: Alabama Studio Style
I finally have had a chance to sit down and really look at Alabama Studio Style, and I have to say it makes me even happier that I’m about to leave for vacation! The book is full of gorgeous projects, and with the emphasis on hand-sewing, it’s the perfect thing to tackle when you have […]
Retro-Style Running Shoes from Old Tires
By Andrew Salomone A few years ago a friend of mine brought me to a little town in Mexico to see the Tarahumara race. The Tarahumara are an indigenous people who live in a massive canyon and run incredible distances in sandals, called huaraches, made from old car tires. When I tried to wear a […]
How-To: Hack a Mattress into a Couch
Mattresses are big, bulky, and hard to recycle. If you don’t have space/use for your otherwise-fine mattress, try hacking it into a couch! This tutorial will go through cutting through the different parts of the mattress and making new coverings for the pieces. More: 101: Upholstery
How-To: Add a Zipper to a Cycling Jersey
Instructables user dilg writes: Merino wool is an excellent material for cool weather outdoor wear because it is lightweight, moisture-wicking, and still holds its insulating properties when wet. Unlike other wools, Merino isn’t “scratchy” on the skin and is relatively hard-wearing if knit properly, withstanding even washing machine treatment. This Instructable illustrates how to add […]