One of the things I'm obsessed with lately is embroidery in tiny little 3" and 4" hoops. I signed up for a swap and this is what I decided to make. I wish my photography skills were better, because it turned out really cute.
Tuesday, March 27, 2012
Embroidery obsession- negative space
One of the things I'm obsessed with lately is embroidery in tiny little 3" and 4" hoops. I signed up for a swap and this is what I decided to make. I wish my photography skills were better, because it turned out really cute.
Monday, March 26, 2012
Pinned! Dresser makeover.
Monday, March 19, 2012
Are you on Pinterest? The bulletin board of your dreams?
No? Just the bulletin board of MY dreams?
If you're not, you really should to take a look around. Meanwhile, I thought I'd start showing you some of my favorite crafts and boards.
Today's pick is... mine! This is my Crafty Inspiration pinboard. On that you'll find such delicious goodies as:
This cool Auburn War Eagle burlap pillow.
Patterns for a quiet book (MAN we need this!)
Completely cool thread storage. It does look like a pretty framed picture, no?
This adorable pink plaid horse. (Oh wait, that's my picture!)
If you're not, you really should to take a look around. Meanwhile, I thought I'd start showing you some of my favorite crafts and boards.
Today's pick is... mine! This is my Crafty Inspiration pinboard. On that you'll find such delicious goodies as:
This adorable pink plaid horse. (Oh wait, that's my picture!)
Thursday, November 17, 2011
Looking for a comprehensive list of FREE purse patterns and tutorials?
A friend of mine just directed me to this huge list of free purse and bag patterns. It also has link to techniques like this adjustible strap tutorial and this one for purse bindings. This purse made out of potato chip bag or candy wrappers is awfully cool. I just wish they had thumbnails.
Wednesday, November 16, 2011
Free Etsy Banners!
I just ran across this link to Free Etsy Banners, including Free Christmas Banners for your Etsy shop! Sweet! Graphic design is this huge mental block for me, I just can't get my ideas to translate onto the screen. I love that someone is doing it for me. Thanks to @EverythingEtsy for posting that.
Friday, September 30, 2011
Product Development: Simple Stockings
One of the things I'd like to offer in the shop this fall is a simple stocking with little embellishment. I imagine it as an old-fashioned stocking that is elegant in it's simplicity. I came up with this light canvas stocking, with a little ruffled opening. The lining fabric has a lovely little bit of sheen to it, almost a silky feel.
I wanted the shape of the stocking to evoke an actual stocking, like you would wear. I tried to turn it in at the ankle and point the toe a bit.
The next few people hated it, said it was too rough, too country. Too plain.
I think it needs a little more tweaking, but over all, I do like it. I imagine it with different colored linings, maybe a linen lining. I can also see it in a deep red corduroy with a crisp snowy white lining.
What do you think?
I wanted the shape of the stocking to evoke an actual stocking, like you would wear. I tried to turn it in at the ankle and point the toe a bit.
The next few people hated it, said it was too rough, too country. Too plain.
I think it needs a little more tweaking, but over all, I do like it. I imagine it with different colored linings, maybe a linen lining. I can also see it in a deep red corduroy with a crisp snowy white lining.
What do you think?
Thursday, September 29, 2011
Etsy Finds of the Week #4
(Just a reminder that these are not things made or sold by me, just things I saw and liked.)
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