Copyright (c) 2009 CraftStylish.com en-us CraftStylish - Quilting category featured posts http://www.craftstylish.com/quilting Sat, 21 Nov 2009 10:19:35 -0500 CraftStylish - Quilting category featured posts http://www.craftstylish.com/assets/images/cs_logo_sm.jpg http://www.craftstylish.com/quilting Thu, 19 Nov 2009 17:00:00 -0500 http://www.craftstylish.com/item/55586/how-to-make-stuffed-pumpkins http://www.craftstylish.com/item/55586/how-to-make-stuffed-pumpkins Posted by Nicole Smith
These stuffed pumpkins by Danielle Thompson make the perfect decoration for this holiday season and beyond. ]]> http://www.craftstylish.com/item/55586/how-to-make-stuffed-pumpkins Mon, 06 Jul 2009 10:15:00 -0400 http://www.craftstylish.com/item/49441/get-to-know-fabric-designer-anna-maria-horner http://www.craftstylish.com/item/49441/get-to-know-fabric-designer-anna-maria-horner Posted by Nicole Smith
We just love the amazing fabric designs from author Anna Maria, and now she has her own pattern line and book available, too. From her very first fabric collection for Free Spirit in 2006, to her current quilting and décor lines for Westminster, Anna Maria always has an original style full of inspiration. ]]> http://www.craftstylish.com/item/49441/get-to-know-fabric-designer-anna-maria-horner Sun, 31 May 2009 12:35:00 -0400 http://www.craftstylish.com/item/48333/adieu-craftstylish http://www.craftstylish.com/item/48333/adieu-craftstylish Posted by Mary Ray
It’s time to say, “so long” as a CS blogger, but I’ll continue to be a craft cheerleader. ]]> http://www.craftstylish.com/item/48333/adieu-craftstylish Sat, 23 May 2009 00:05:00 -0400 http://www.craftstylish.com/item/47547/how-to-make-a-photo-guest-book-wall-hanging-for-your-wedding http://www.craftstylish.com/item/47547/how-to-make-a-photo-guest-book-wall-hanging-for-your-wedding Posted by Jennifer Stern
Instead of a traditional guest book, why not give your guests the opportunity to help you create a masterpiece to hang on the wall of your new home?  ]]> http://www.craftstylish.com/item/47547/how-to-make-a-photo-guest-book-wall-hanging-for-your-wedding Fri, 22 May 2009 00:05:00 -0400 http://www.craftstylish.com/item/47783/make-a-quilted-bag-and-tote-your-laptop-in-style http://www.craftstylish.com/item/47783/make-a-quilted-bag-and-tote-your-laptop-in-style Posted by Mary Ray
Here’s a bag you can easily make yourself and, just like a custom-made garment, it will perfectly fit your computer. ]]> http://www.craftstylish.com/item/47783/make-a-quilted-bag-and-tote-your-laptop-in-style Fri, 08 May 2009 00:05:00 -0400 http://www.craftstylish.com/item/45734/make-a-picnic-basket-cover-from-a-double-wedding-ring-quilt-pattern http://www.craftstylish.com/item/45734/make-a-picnic-basket-cover-from-a-double-wedding-ring-quilt-pattern Posted by Mary Ray
Here’s a way to simplify a traditional quilt pattern to fit a small project—and a hectic schedule. ]]> http://www.craftstylish.com/item/45734/make-a-picnic-basket-cover-from-a-double-wedding-ring-quilt-pattern Fri, 24 Apr 2009 00:05:00 -0400 http://www.craftstylish.com/item/45626/how-to-make-an-eco-friendly-quilted-tote-bag http://www.craftstylish.com/item/45626/how-to-make-an-eco-friendly-quilted-tote-bag Posted by Mary Ray
Here's a reusable tote that will stand out in any market. ]]> http://www.craftstylish.com/item/45626/how-to-make-an-eco-friendly-quilted-tote-bag Thu, 23 Apr 2009 10:00:00 -0400 http://www.craftstylish.com/item/46348/behind-the-design-curtain-how-did-i-design-that-market-bag http://www.craftstylish.com/item/46348/behind-the-design-curtain-how-did-i-design-that-market-bag Posted by Cheryl Kuczek
A year ago, I was developing some nifty projects for a summer sewing camp. Since a law had just been passed requiring stores to charge a fee for grocery bags, I dreamed up a grocery bag pattern. Creating your own bag is cool, especially if the bag can be customized. Here's what I did. ]]> http://www.craftstylish.com/item/46348/behind-the-design-curtain-how-did-i-design-that-market-bag Wed, 22 Apr 2009 12:20:00 -0400 http://www.craftstylish.com/item/45990/how-to-make-an-out-of-the-ordinary-t-shirt-quilt-part-two http://www.craftstylish.com/item/45990/how-to-make-an-out-of-the-ordinary-t-shirt-quilt-part-two Posted by Erika Kern
Last week we covered blocking the quilt front using all the T-shirts you love but never wear; this week we turn that patchwork into a quilt! ]]> http://www.craftstylish.com/item/45990/how-to-make-an-out-of-the-ordinary-t-shirt-quilt-part-two Wed, 15 Apr 2009 12:00:00 -0400 http://www.craftstylish.com/item/45413/how-to-make-an-out-of-the-ordinary-t-shirt-quilt-part-one http://www.craftstylish.com/item/45413/how-to-make-an-out-of-the-ordinary-t-shirt-quilt-part-one Posted by Erika Kern
This quilt is a great way to reuse the T-shirts you have that are too full of memories to throw away but too full of holes (or too small!) to wear. ]]> http://www.craftstylish.com/item/45413/how-to-make-an-out-of-the-ordinary-t-shirt-quilt-part-one Wed, 18 Mar 2009 00:05:00 -0400 http://www.craftstylish.com/item/42860/how-to-make-a-pretty-pincushion-with-a-button-center http://www.craftstylish.com/item/42860/how-to-make-a-pretty-pincushion-with-a-button-center Posted by Linda Permann
Take a patchwork pincushion to the next level with stacked button embellishments and a crocheted border. ]]> http://www.craftstylish.com/item/42860/how-to-make-a-pretty-pincushion-with-a-button-center Mon, 02 Mar 2009 10:00:00 -0500 http://www.craftstylish.com/item/42590/do-you-need-a-little-extra-creative-support http://www.craftstylish.com/item/42590/do-you-need-a-little-extra-creative-support Posted by Mary Ray
The Quilters of South Carolina have created an inspirational and uplifting exhibit for Breast Cancer Awareness. ]]> http://www.craftstylish.com/item/42590/do-you-need-a-little-extra-creative-support Sat, 28 Feb 2009 00:05:00 -0500 http://www.craftstylish.com/item/42052/how-to-turn-a-photo-of-your-pet-into-a-thread-painting http://www.craftstylish.com/item/42052/how-to-turn-a-photo-of-your-pet-into-a-thread-painting Posted by Jennifer Stern
Use a light box to trace the details of a photo of your pet, then let the fun begin. Drop the feed dogs on your sewing machine and play with different shades of thread as you fill in the picture with free-motion stitching—you'll be surprised how easy it is! ]]> http://www.craftstylish.com/item/42052/how-to-turn-a-photo-of-your-pet-into-a-thread-painting Thu, 26 Feb 2009 14:08:28 -0500 http://www.craftstylish.com/item/42528/the-latest-trend-in-sewing-machines-is-big http://www.craftstylish.com/item/42528/the-latest-trend-in-sewing-machines-is-big Posted by Mary Ray
Last week I attended the Bernina National Artisans’ Reunion in Chicago and had an opportunity to play on the new Bernina 830 sewing and embroidery machine and to learn about how Bernina is reaching out to the next generation of sewers. ]]> http://www.craftstylish.com/item/42528/the-latest-trend-in-sewing-machines-is-big Fri, 20 Feb 2009 00:05:00 -0500 http://www.craftstylish.com/item/41979/try-these-techniques-for-perfectly-beautiful-seams http://www.craftstylish.com/item/41979/try-these-techniques-for-perfectly-beautiful-seams Posted by Mary Ray
Seams are the backbone of any sewn project. But there’s more to it than keeping them straight. ]]> http://www.craftstylish.com/item/41979/try-these-techniques-for-perfectly-beautiful-seams Tue, 17 Feb 2009 12:00:00 -0500 http://www.craftstylish.com/item/41644/how-to-sew-a-patchwork-cat-mat http://www.craftstylish.com/item/41644/how-to-sew-a-patchwork-cat-mat Posted by cal patch
Your kitty will love this protective cover that's made just for her! Only you will know the real reason why you made it. ]]> http://www.craftstylish.com/item/41644/how-to-sew-a-patchwork-cat-mat Sat, 14 Feb 2009 00:05:00 -0500 http://www.craftstylish.com/item/41215/how-to-make-a-mosaic-tile-portrait-of-your-pet http://www.craftstylish.com/item/41215/how-to-make-a-mosaic-tile-portrait-of-your-pet Posted by Jennifer Stern
Try something new with your photos...copy them onto Inkjet Fabric Sheets and cut them up! You'll be amazed at what you can come up with when you put them back together! ]]> http://www.craftstylish.com/item/41215/how-to-make-a-mosaic-tile-portrait-of-your-pet Sat, 07 Feb 2009 12:00:00 -0500 http://www.craftstylish.com/item/40997/how-to-make-a-catnip-pillow-and-blanket http://www.craftstylish.com/item/40997/how-to-make-a-catnip-pillow-and-blanket Posted by Lee Meredith
Make a heatable catnip-filled blanket and pillow from a recycled pillowcase, or whatever fabric you have left over, for your kitty to go crazy with! ]]> http://www.craftstylish.com/item/40997/how-to-make-a-catnip-pillow-and-blanket Fri, 06 Feb 2009 00:05:00 -0500 http://www.craftstylish.com/item/40743/how-to-piece-a-puppy-pocket-and-put-it-on-a-purse http://www.craftstylish.com/item/40743/how-to-piece-a-puppy-pocket-and-put-it-on-a-purse Posted by Mary Ray
Piecing an intricate quilt block requires an orderly strategy so you won’t be pulling your hair out trying to set perfect points. ]]> http://www.craftstylish.com/item/40743/how-to-piece-a-puppy-pocket-and-put-it-on-a-purse Sun, 01 Feb 2009 09:40:00 -0500 http://www.craftstylish.com/item/40866/kaleidoscope-kreator-more-cha-innovation http://www.craftstylish.com/item/40866/kaleidoscope-kreator-more-cha-innovation Posted by Diane Gilleland
I was bowled over by this crafty image-making software. Imagine, your own custom kaleidoscopes, printed onto fabric or paper! ]]> http://www.craftstylish.com/item/40866/kaleidoscope-kreator-more-cha-innovation