Here are some cool things we saw in the CRAFT Flickr Pool this week: Moss & Lichen, by cornflowerbluestudio Pocketed Placemat, by lilfishstudios Colgantes. Pendants., byCMGArte Pins and Things…, by pilli pilli Felt Pot Holders, by Mamasha
I love how much the golden rosettes shine in contrast with the wooden background in this wreath from Little Things Bring Smiles. The vibrant color definitely makes me think of late summer evenings, wheat beer, and all things happy!
1, 2, 3, Sew: Build Your Skills with 33 Simple Projects, by Ellen Luckett Baker Book Site: The Long Thread When you’re new to sewing, many projects can seem intimidating – and yet it’s much more fun to make something beautiful and usable than it is to practice seams on scrap fabric. 1, 2, 3 […]
I’m always looking for projects for my giant stash of felt scraps, and these wrapped coasters from Deborah at Art Threads are both easy and beautiful. Her tutorial also demonstrates a simpler circle design, but I love the graphic impact of this flower. Wouldn’t these also make great trivets? Via One Pretty Thing More: How-To: […]
Ever since I first saw Moxie’s excellent video about needle felting, I’ve been quite intrigued by the technique. The video also gave me a greater appreciation for how much work goes into creating a piece, which is why I’m so impressed by this incredible needle felted E.T. by Ray Cannon. From Justine at Cast Away, […]
When Jason received a flat screen TV for Christmas, he knew immediately that he wanted to make a cover for it so that it would look stylish in his home. He created his own TV cover out of felt and as a nice touch, he added SMPTE-style color bars to the front. Not only that, […]
I enjoy reading the news over at Living Crafts, and I recently stumbled upon the nice collection of free patterns they have available. I’m currently partial to the Felted Rose Ornament and the Starry Starry Night Mail Pouch. Walnut Royals and Pumpkin Girl are clever and tickle my funny bone as well. I highly suggest […]
