Quilt’s Travels

A typical quilt consists of three layers: the top fabric or quilt top, batting or insulating material, and backing material. A process of passing the needle and thread (rocking, straight or running stitch) through all layers is repeated across the entire piece of the quilt when making one. The quilt is used as bed spreads, [...]

Less is Good

Grosgrain is a type of fabric characterized by its ribbed appearance. It is called a “corded” fabric since the weft resembles a fine cord. Grosgrain has a very dull appearance with little luster, however it is very strong. It is a firm, close-woven, fine-corded fabric.
Throughout the 17th century grosgrain fabric was used as the fabric [...]

Plan Ahead and Make a List

It is January 2011! Another year has come and gone and every January I take time out to reflect on my achievements and failures of the past year. I make a note of the people I met and have stayed with me last year. I make a list of all the things I still want [...]

High Quality Padding

In the past, a lot of foams manufactured for cushions and furniture are seldom comfortable. They also tend to shrink and lose their forms faster. Nowadays, people are looking for products that use high density foam which is a type of polyurethane material composed of a large amount of open cells or bubbles packed tightly [...]

discount craft supplies

Craft hobbyists usually bemoan the high costs of materials they need to finish a project. Learn to find where to acquire discount craft supplies. Whether you do cross stitch, create collages or enjoy stamp printing, the key to more affordable projects is resourcefulness.
Don’t put tasks on hold just because you can’t afford to buy [...]

Decorative ribbon

Crafts enthusiasts will always find the use for a decorative ribbon, be it to tie a present or as an accent for a gift basket. A simple ribbon can do wonders when in the hands of creative person.
There are so many designs to choose from, some can even be personalized according to a theme. Ribbons [...]

Hand Embroidery Patterns

Don’t stick to the same design over and over again! There are several hand embroidery patterns that are available today. You can choose from so many designs that fit your fancy.
These can be sourced from books, catalogues, or even online. There are also services where they can create a pattern from a picture that you [...]

discount craft supplies

As a scrapbooking addict, I am always on the lookout for discount craft supplies. My scrapbooking hobby can get very expensive because once you’ve gotten yourself rolling – you just can’t seem to stop. You can’t help but want your masterpiece to be perfect.
 
Through the years, I have learned that necessity is, indeed, the mother [...]

elastic ribbon

If you are into the hobby of crafts such as scrapbooking, then it is worth investing on rolls and rolls of bows and cords, as well as an elastic ribbon, just some of the many essential materials in making unique scrapbooks. 
There are different styles of ribbons that you can choose from. Some of these include [...]

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