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Category Archives: Projects
Squared Away with Lutradur
Finished size: 5½ ˝ × 5½ ˝
You should know by now that Lutradur® is a fabulously versatile art material that’s described as a cross between paper and fabric. This mixed media project is all about Lutradur and incorporates painting, collaging, burning, and lacing techniques.
Read what Jenn Mason, this project’s designer had to say about working with Lutradur:
The Lutradur was a challenge to work with, because it falls somewhere between fabric and paper. I loved how the paint was absorbed but (Continue Reading...)
No-Sew Fabric Flowers for Kids
Nothing brightens up a room like flowers. These are easy to make with kids and a fun way to use scraps. Make a bouquet or a table centerpiece or string them together for a flower garland or other wall decor. Use the patterns included in this PDF project download, or create new blossoms.
The download also includes the below Lily Pad or Poinsettia Centerpiece. You will make these the same as the flowers except layer the smaller flowers inside the bigger (Continue Reading...)
California Poppies Quilt
Paradise is more out of reach than ever these days it seems, so why not use this project to create your own little slice right in your own home. There are plenty of options with this project—it is bordered in an oval frame and could be used as a centerpiece for a quilt, pillow, or handbag.
Click here to download the full project sheet PDF, which includes patterns for the poppies. The finished quilt is 16″ by 20″.
This project is an (Continue Reading...)
Technique Tuesday: Blanket Stitch and More
Laura Wasilowski is doing something very interesting and cool over at her blog called Thread-u-cation Thursdays, where each week she introduces and demonstrates a new stitch with how-to photos and written instructions.
Laura is kindly letting us borrow some of her content for this week’s Technique Tuesday Craft Month blog post! The technique we are featuring today is Laura Wasilowki’s Blanket Stitch, and at the end of this post you’ll be able to download a free PDF with some additional stitching (Continue Reading...)
Let the Games Begin: A Game Board Quilt
Whether you’ve got a sick friend to entertain, or it’s just a rainy, stay-inside sort of day, this cheerful checker pattern Game Board quilt can’t help but brighten spirits. It communicates love and caring, and of course spells fun.
This free project download includes the supply list and instructions for the above classic checkerboard quilt and the checker pieces and pouch below. We know that when someone’s sick, you may not have much time to spend making them a game board (Continue Reading...)
Pop-Up Paper Notecards
Pop-up notecards give you the opportunity to transform one-dimensional elements into 3-D delights. The easy step-by-step instructions and photos in this free project download show you how to add a third dimension to images, words, and sayings. The best part is all you need is cardstock and a few basic cardmaking supplies. Ready to put on your “paper engineer” hat?
This project is an excerpt from Pop-Up Paper Structures by Heidi Pridemore which includes 12 pop-up techniques and 7 complete projects (Continue Reading...)
Fast, Fun & Easy Fabric Ornaments
It’s never too early to start thinking about the holidays, especially now that many of us are into giving authentic, handmade gifts, as opposed to gift cards from a favorite corporate monstrosity. Today’s project is a collection of Christmas ornaments—but with a little imagination and creativity in your fabric choices, you can make to function as “everyday” ornaments if you prefer.
Click here to download the 6-page full color project sheet PDF. Happy crafting!
Circle Bell
Two for the time of one! This (Continue Reading...)
Color Splash Table Runner by Kim Schaefer
The large-scale contemporary prints used in this cozy, modern table runner will add a splash of color to your table, making it vibrant and exciting. The finished block size is 10″ x 10″ and the finished table runner is 16 1/2˝ × 56 1/2˝.
The piecing in this project is super-easy because all your cut pieces will be squares and rectangles. Straight line sewing all the way with no stretchy bias edges to worry about!
Click here to download the 4-page, full (Continue Reading...)
Patrick Lose’s Happy Birthday Poster Quilt
This lighthearted wall quilt will make someone special have a very happy birthday. Or make it for yourself and bring it out for display whenever it is birthday party time.
Click here to download a full color, 5 page project sheet PDF file that includes a materials list, project instructions and diagrams, and appliqué templates. Then have fun and hold on to your seat, because this project goes together in a hurry. Fused appliqué all the way!
This project is an excerpt (Continue Reading...)
Silk-Covered Lampshade, Boudoir Box and Wild Fiber Necklace
Bring out those Batiks of yours, because today we have a delightful trio of color rich, stash-busting projects for you in the arenas of home decor and wearable accessories. Click here to download the full color, 4-page project sheet PDF file.
Silk-Covered Lampshade by Kerry GrahamUsing silk chiffon fabric, ribbon yarn, and glass beads
Boudoir Box by Susan I. JonesUsing silk satin fabric, self-adhesive fabrics, beaded fringe, and assorted glass crystals
Wild Fiber Necklace by Susan I. JonesUsing cotton ribbon yarn, eyelash yarn, and beads
These (Continue Reading...)
