Monthly Archives: October 2011

Happy Halloween!

Posted on October 31, 2011 by Cheryl

Happy Halloween to all the ghost & goblins out there. Feel free to download this image and use to create your own Halloween cards. Visit TheVintageWorkshop.com for a free daily image giveaway! Many new holidays freebies are added daily!!

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Instant Style: Rick Rack Giveaway!

Posted on October 28, 2011 by Monica

Rick rack is back, baby. Or did it ever go away? This traditional trim dates back as early as the 1800s, when it was better known as “waved braid.” These days, the zig-zag accent is popping up in fashion accessories, …

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Yo! Yo! Yo! Yuletide!

Posted on October 26, 2011 by Monica

Say “ho, ho, ho!”with yo-yos. These fabric discs can add a festive touch to your Christmas crafting.  Create one-of-a-kind tree ornaments. Stitch a handful of green yo-yos together to create a funky holiday wreath.  Allow yourself to be a little …

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Fabric Friday: Get Scrap Happy

Posted on October 21, 2011 by Monica

Are you fabric frugal? Symptoms include hoarding stockpiles of scraps with no particular plans in mind. You’re not alone. We’re here to help. Reclaim your remnants with some scrap-happy projects. Plenty of our patterns call for castoffs of your treasured …

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Dress to Express!

Posted on October 20, 2011 by Monica

Where do you find inspiration for your personal style? Do you dress to impress or dress to express? Amy Barickman examines the timeless dichotomy of fashion and style on her blog at amybarickman.com.    

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Handmade Holidays

Posted on October 18, 2011 by Monica

Shelve the stress of Christmas shopping by vowing to go handmade this holiday season. Just think… No long lines. No crowded malls. No snow-slippery parking lots. Instead, you can cozy up to a sewing project and a steamy mug of …

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Fabric Friday: Clothesline

Posted on October 14, 2011 by Monica

If you’ve ever crafted with clothesline, you know this cotton cord is soft, sturdy and surprisingly easy to sew. When covered in fabric, clothesline adds style and structure to some fabulous home decor projects. We’ve thought up a laundry list of ideas …

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Instant Style: Gussy Up a Gift

Posted on October 13, 2011 by Monica

Perk up your presents with extra charm… literally! When you adorn a package with a sweet and stylish addition, like a handmade ornament or piece of jewelry, your generous gesture becomes even more personal and enticing.

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Monogram Mania

Posted on October 11, 2011 by Monica

Add character to your next project. Three, to be exact. We’re mad about monograms lately. With so many possibilities, this letter-perfect technique lends personal flair to handmade or store bought fabric gifts. Think garments, pillowcases, cloth napkins, tea towels, and …

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Winner of Clover & Indygo Junction Needlefelting Prize Pack

Posted on October 10, 2011 by Cheryl

Congrats to Stephanie J.! She is the winner of the needlefelting prize package.  Thanks to everyone for their comments and suggestions on the videos. I hope everyone will try some new techniques and send us your pictures or post them …

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