
How to Choose a Timeless Design
It was 14 years ago, today, that I discovered the world of online quilters! Because of my husband’s work schedule, I had been feeling a bit glum that he wasn’t home the day after Christmas and decided to spend some time on our new computer and the internet, which I wasn’t really familiar with at the time.
Three Top Up and Coming Fabric Designers to WatchThree talented fabric designers Amy Butler, Brandon Malby and Denyse Schmidt are making a name for themselves in today’s fashion industry. Though they come from different places and have varied backgrounds, they all share a passion for fabric art, and a desire to impart that passion with sewers throughout the world.
Three Easy Tips for Creating a Meaningful ScrapbookWhenever we create a meaningful scrapbook, we leave a record of our daily life that goes beyond the basics of who was at an event at a particular time and place. We add more emotion and relevance, and at the same time, avoid boring and repetitive layouts. You really won’t need anything more than what you already use to create your pages, such as the usual supplies of paper, photos and embellishments.
The Quilting CrazeWhat is so addictive about making quilts? I really wish I could say. Some would say that we quilters are crazy, taking perfectly good fabric and then cutting it all up before stitching it back together again. Others look at quilting as a quaint, old-fashioned hobby and don’t have much use for it. Anyone who doesn’t make quilts can’t understand everything that goes into it.
Do You Fly Your Model Airplane Like a Clown?If you act like a clown and are the best pilot at the field, you are the best pilot at the field. If you act like a clown and are not the very best pilot at the field, then you are just a clown. Are you a clown?
London Olympic CollectiblesOlympic collectibles can be a great hobby, for fun, sentimental reasons and possibly investment if you have the knowledge. In this article, I explore the numerous items that are available to collect.
RC Boats: An Introduction To The HobbyRC boats are popular all over the world. They offer a unique way of spending your time and can be either peaceful or exciting. Typically, they are not dreadfully expensive and so can be enjoyed by just about anyone with an interest. Many people wonder how to get into the hobby though. They wonder about buying quality models, or what different sorts of models exist. In this article, we will discuss this and more.
How To Square Up Picture Frame Mat Board Before Cutting a Window In The MatBefore you start to cut the mat board opening for a picture frame you need to ensure that your mat board is square and sized correctly. Squaring up a mat board is the first step in picture framing when you are framing a photo or framing a picture under glass.
Collecting CollectionSometimes it was as simple as a rock collection. Never any costs and always in abundant supply. Of course there are some collections that are far from some ordinary rock collection. Now we will cover three types of collecting so you get the grand scheme of what collecting is all about.
Before Beginning Your Home Crochet Project, Check Labels!This is one aspect of home crocheting that is often overlooked, yet, it is the most important detail, at least to me! I want to make sure that I will launder this garment correctly to get the most benefit out of my hours of labor, as well, I want this garment to look its best – I’m really vain in that regard!