Tangled Thread

June 25th, 2008

summer fun with flip-flops

Flip-flops are a perennial summer favorite - but can be a little, well… dull sometimes.
How about using fabric yo-yos to decorate them?
Or if you’re really in the mood to be adventurous - how about making your own?
image: Stock.xchg
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June 23rd, 2008

setting up sewing rooms

It seems that seamstresses and fiber artists quite often have issues with setting up their sewing rooms & work areas… how often have you gotten up out of your sewing chair with an aching back?  Or does your ironing board leave you with sore knees?
I know my cutting table is about 8 inches too short […]

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June 21st, 2008

Artsy bloggers roundup

Celebrate the first day of summer with the Artsy Bloggers!

10 Ways to Save Money Quilting
Guest blogger, Karen Weideman, at Quilting and Patchwork provides some great tips for saving money on your quilting.
Creative Therapy
Another great visual journal inspiration blog.
How to Craft for the Retiree Market
If you craft for profit, you […]

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June 19th, 2008

need help with finding flattering patterns?

Do you find it overwhelming to browse through a pattern catalog?  Not sure what’s going to flatter your body shape - or do you even know what body shape you are?
My Shape is a website I refer to frequently to help me choose the best styles for my body.  You begin by entering your body […]

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June 18th, 2008

new contests from the Lifestyles channel

Well, b5media’s Lifestyles channel has got some awesome contests happening right now!
You can win…

A custom coin purse from the Weary Parent.
 Tree Hugging Family has not one, but two contests running!  You can win a copy of “Think Green!”
As well as a set of natural grooming products from Manor Hall Soap Company.
Declutter It is giving away […]

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June 16th, 2008

inspiring links for free totebag patterns

I love seeing more and more people carrying fabric totebags!  It seems just in the past few months that the number of people carrying them has just exploded…
Now, I don’t like carrying plain, old boring totebags - I like stripes, or multi-colored stars - or fish… something bright and cheerful :-)
It seems like there are […]

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June 14th, 2008

Artsy bloggers roundup

 It’s the time of the week for the Artsy Bloggers team to share our favorite posts of the week - enjoy!

Decoupage Beach Memory Box
Put your beachcombing mementos in full view all year round by arranging them on a pretty decoupage box.
Experience Time Travel with a Quiilt
Now that your children are home […]

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June 13th, 2008

recovering lost or stolen fiber art

Having a piece of art or a treasured quilt stolen can be devastating - I’ve have two pieces stolen in the past few years.   In both cases, the artwork was on display in shops, who weren’t responsible for theft (as is very common in consignment situations).  It’s so frustrating to lost work that you’ve created!
There’s […]

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June 12th, 2008

Free pattern for a nursing cover

Angela, from b5media’s Breastfeeding 123 just emailed me about a fantastic free pattern that she found.  It’s to make your own nursing cover - and she’s posted a great tutorial on her blog.
Go check it out!
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June 6th, 2008

Artsy bloggers roundup

It’s an extra-special Artsy Bloggers round-up this week, Cyndi - who writes Layers Upon Layers as well as Jewelry & Beading, just welcomed her first grand-daughter into the world!  Best wishes :-)

Create your own scrapbook embellishments
You can make your own stamped ribbons - perfect for scrapbooking - for a lot less than craft […]

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