What’s better than starting the New Year with a new sewing project? Well, maybe finishing a few UFO’s (UnFinished Objects), but you can always leave that for later ;).
Maria Denmark has 2 free patterns on her blog:
– Super Socks:
Perfect for this cold weather! Please note that this download is only free till January 1st.… Read the rest
The book Pants: How to do your own measuring, pattern drafting, fabric selection, cutting, and sewing for a perfect fit by Anna Romaniuk and Ellen Knight (1974) is available as free download through the Perfect Nose blog. If you’re interested you can find it here.
The book (pdf format) is 58 pages and sections included are: The pattern draft; Layout and cutting procedures; Sewing techniques; and Pant fabrics.… Read the rest
Ari Seth Cohen from the blog Advanced Style roams the streets of New York looking for the most stylish and creative older folks.
This is the long trailer for the Advanced Style documentary, that will come out in 2013.
“Let these ladies and gents teach you a thing or two about living life to the fullest.… Read the rest
Get away from distractions and sew to your hearts content with fellow ASG members. Enjoy the cozy atmosphere at the Lodge with a roaring fireplace and great lake view while working on your favourite project. It’s the perfect time to indulge your passion and regenerate your spirit!
The 9th Annual ASG Winter Retreat is taking place January 17th-20th!… Read the rest
Hop over to Jaceycraft’s blog for a cute Happy Trees Mini Quilt Tutorial!
You’ll need the following materials:
These 3D cookies from the blog NotMartha are great for everyone who’s not only goood with fabric, but also creative in the kitchen.
Check out NotMartha’s PDF pattern of gingerbread house pieces and instructions to make your own!
This felt ogee ornament is created from a square and a few straight cuts. Betz White shows in her tutorial exactly how it’s done.
The classic 3D paper snowflake is made up of 6 of these shapes, each becoming one ‘arm’ of the snowflake. The snowflake can therefore be easily made out of felt as well!… Read the rest
These little mini Christmas trees can be used for your home and Christmas gift decorating.
What you need to make them:
Check out the rest of the tutorial at Noodle-head.com… Read the rest
Looking for a quick last minute Christmas project? Take out your wool scraps and make a group of these cute winter carolers. An easy and fast project, perfect for on any mantel!
Gingercake has a free tutorial, download the pattern here.
Make sure to also check the cute carolers made by others:
Once again, Marty Anderson shared her beautiful home with us for the 2012 Christmas Party.
Her home is filled with Christmas treasures and decorated to the hilt. Be sure to see the pictures of the lovely table settings she set for us. And we can’t forget the wonderful pulled pork that her husband prepares for us each year.… Read the rest
Jami Roux and I joined the bus trip out of Wylie’s Blue Ribbon Quilt Shoppe, led by Sally Ashbacher and Debbe Sheridan on November 1st to travel to the Houston Quilt Show. Also on the trip with us was member, Michelle Knoerzer.
And, what a time we had! Interesting people, stunningly beautiful quilts and dolls and lots of shopping!… Read the rest
The Dallas Museum of Art has just announced that beginning January 21, 2013 the museum will do away with general admission fees and become free to the public. They will also launch an innovative new membership model available to public for free.
The new program, DMA Friends & Partners, approaches membership as a program of engagement that is intended to build long-term relationships with visitors and to emphasize participation over the transaction-based membership model that has become common practice among museums.… Read the rest
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