Is it too soon to think of fall colors? I’m dreaming of gold, olive and brown.
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What colors are you dreaming of for fall?
Thanks to everyone who checked out the Big June Giveaway, featuring over $130 worth of prizes from 7 shops participating in the summer market. We finally have a winner to announce today… so without further ado…
Congratulations to Rachel B. Check your inbox because you’ve got mail! And you’ll soon have some great stuff coming to your mailbox, too!
If you missed out, you can still check out all the shops who participated in the giveaway by clicking on the images below:
Seems as though the origami peace crane has made its way to other mediums. (You can view how to make a real origami peace crane here.)
Origami inspired crane earrings (check out more of Adorn Me Jewelry here)
Mini Art Canvas Peace magnet (check out more from Help the Gulf Coast here)
I know I’m not alone, but I love a good bag. It’s the perfect way to perk up an outfit. (How many are in your stash?)
Add this one to your to-do list: an easy braided rag rug that adds some serious charm to your home. Change up the sizing and you can make an assortment of home decor items (placemats, decorative fabric trivets, etc.). Get the complete tutorial from Vanessa (of V and Co.) and Moda Bake Shop.
I have to start the weekend off with this pretty cool tee from Speak for Yourself.
Be sure you stop by the market to see all the other cool stuff available.
Summer and ice cream cones go hand in hand, don’t you think? I just had to share these two sweet treats with you. Enjoy!
You’re Sweet Waffle Cone letterpress print by Paper Lovely
Custom hand decorated ice cream cone cookies by Cookies N Cream
Read this: The Sewing Answer Book
Occasionally I’m asked what my craft of choice is. While I have an unhealthy obsession with all things paper, my true love is for sewing. And even though I’ve been sewing for quite some time (I learned on my very own Cabbage Patch Kids sewing machine, folks!), I still have loads of questions.
Fortunately, there’s a fabulous new book out called The Sewing Answer Book by Barbara Weiland Talbert (Storey Publishing, June 2010). It’s 432 pages of questions and answers to every sewing dilemma I can think of. With chapters on needles and thread, stitches, working with patterns, sewing hems and more, I can safely say I have a new best friend when I get stumped at the machine. Barbara’s tone is conversational, and the book’s small size makes it easy to leave out or carry with you. A definite must-have for beginning and advanced sewers alike!