Posted by Sarah on May 15, 2013 in Knitting |
Combined knitting pairs a Western-slanting knit stitch with an Eastern-slanting purl stitch to make the flattest, most even stockinette fabric around. By wrapping the yarn clockwise on a purl stitch, Combined knitters then position themselves to work the knit row by knitting through the back loop. To account for the different slant of the resulting stitches, combined knitters must be mindful to alter their increases and decreases accordingly.
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Posted by Jessie on May 14, 2013 in Cake Decorating |
Reading is totally sweet! That couldn’t be more true than in the case of these literary-themed cakes, which are not only visual treats, but delicious to eat as well. From childhood classics to modern bestsellers, here’s a delicious collection of cakes inspired by books and authors. You’ll want to devour them--literally!
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Posted by Julia on May 14, 2013 in Sewing |
Tank tops are the perfect summer wardrobe staple-- light, breezy and sure to keep you cool all season long. Tank tops are super easy to whip up and a great beginner sewing project. Learn how to sew a tank top and add variety to your favorite tank top pattern!
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Posted by Sherri on May 14, 2013 in Quilting |
After your masterpiece quilt is pieced, quilted, and bound there is still another step in the finishing process. Creating quilt labels for your treasured quilts is one way to ensure that important information about each quilt is preserved.
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Posted by Ashley on May 14, 2013 in Knitting |
Upgrade your stockinette stitch with a couple of twists and turns using these tips and patterns for knitting cables. Cables can be fun, classy, elegant -- and a real pain to knit sometimes. Learn the tips you need here!
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Posted by Marjorie on May 13, 2013 in Embroidery, Quilting |
One of the really nice things about an embroidery machine is making items “in the hoop” (ITH). These items include personal effects (eyeglass cases, tissue cases, purses), children’s crafts (crayon rolls, bibs, door hangers), and many household pieces (potholders, towel toppers, coasters). The advantages are that you always get a consistent product and one that’s quick to make. This is a great way to create gifts, bazaar crafts, and things for yourself. And there are some simple tips that will help you make these projects come out just the way you want them.
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Posted by Lyndsay on May 13, 2013 in Cake Decorating |
Did you know the tradition of the groom’s cake is a uniquely American phenomenon? Here is a collection of truly grooms-worthy cakes. from giant peanut butter jars to elephants, and even an armadillo!
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