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Make a Spherical Yarn String Lampshade

March 24, 2010

I just finished responding to a comment on this crocheted hanging lampshade post when I ran across this tutorial from Pickles [via Lifehacker] on how to create a spherical lampshade out of yarn string. The style is very similar to the crocheted lampshades except that it lacks the intricacies of the crochet pattern. Apparently, these [...]

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Knit a Pair of Twisted Socks

March 23, 2010

A fun, unique twisty sock pattern from Knitty.

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Knit a Baby Berry Hat

March 23, 2010

Knitted hats make such great gifts for newborns. Every baby should have at least one. Here’s an adorable berry hat pattern from randomstitches.

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Sensational Scarf Crochet Pattern

March 22, 2010

One of my works in progress is this “Sensational Scarf” crochet pattern from Blooming Patterns. It’s a pattern that works up very quickly, but I’ve been very lazy about this one. I love the airy look that the loops create and, once I’m finally done with this one, I think I’ll make another one but [...]

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Make a No-Sew Woven Rag Rug From Old Sheets

March 22, 2010

This is a wonderful tutorial from Craft Passion that shows how easy it is to weave a rag rug from strips of old bed sheets. All you need is a few sheets, corrugated cardboard, tapestry needle, and scissors!

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Rosario Vest/Cardigan Crochet Pattern

March 22, 2010

Really stunning looking vest/cardigan pattern from Naturally Caron.

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Video: How to Make a Lilly Bean Felt Pizza

March 22, 2010

Yummy. Yeah, I know, it’s felt, but felt play food always manages to look so yummy. The folks at Lilly Bean have a two-part video showing you how to sew your own felt pizza just like the one available for purchase from Lilly Bean. Video Part 1 Video Part 2

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Baby Pants With Side Cables Knitting Pattern

March 21, 2010

Really cute knitting pattern from Petite Purls for baby pants large cables running down the sides of the legs.

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Tiered Twirl Skirt With Tulle Hem Layer

March 21, 2010

Amy’s tutorial for this child sized tiered twirly skirt (she calls it “The Pebbles Skirt”) is perfect for experimenting with different fabric combinations. The tulle bottom layer adds a great finishing touch.

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Sew a Tank Top with Shoulder Ties

March 20, 2010

It’s a beautiful, sunny day in Portland, and warm weather clothing like this cute tank summer tank top makes me wish we could skip over all the spring rain and just make the sunny weather stay for good. Belle Epoque has a tutorial for sewing this easy tank top.

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