Historical Knit Doll
Self-described history nerd CigarettesAndValentines knitted up this stuffed version of the Marquis de Lafayette, using the basic body pattern provided in the book Knitted Icons.
Yarncraft
Emmett’s Robot
Flickr member bitterbethany was inspired to make Emmett’s robot by the work of Jess Hutchinson and Hillary Lang. Found via Geek Crafts as part of a roundup of 13 crafty robots.
HOW TO: Repair the Heels of Athletic Shoes
Gearing up for our upcoming Shoe issue with CRAFT: 07, we love the idea of mending, especially when it comes you your favorite shoes. Instructables user Neffk gives us handy tips on how to repair the heels of athletic shoes.
Stackable Cats Pattern
Anna from Mochi Mochi Land posted her pattern for stackable cats on her store. With stackable cats, you can maximize your cat-having while saving space. Learn how to make a striped cat, a calico cat, and a siamese cat.
Porsche Bedspread to Dress
Melissa Fehr made a 1950 style dress out of a vintage Porsche duvet cover that she found on ebay. She used Simplicity pattern 3780. She looks speedy. Related Refashion Ikea curtains and pillowcases into skirts
HOW TO – Sew a Soft Camera Case
Pink Penguin shows you how to create this simple and stylish soft case to protect your camera–I like how it looks almost like a stylish clutch purse. [via]
HOW TO – Cut Slippery Fabric
Learn how to cut out slippery fabric courtesy of Burda Style. Now only if sewing slippery fabric were so easy.