10/27/2014

Book Giveaway - Entrelac2 by Rosemary Drysdale

10/27/2014
Design Files - Rosemary Drysdale
I am ecstatic to be able to highlight and give away a copy of Rosemary's newest book on the technique of interlace knitting, ENTRELAC 2.
Rosemary's innovative collection takes Entrelac knitting to a whole new creative level with never-before-seen interpretations, providing knitters with a fresh, fun challenge. I'm especially pleased to have had the opportunity to meet Rosemary and spend some time with her getting to know about her background in the industry.

Read further for more about Rosemary and don't forget to enter the free giveaway for her new book Entrelac2.

10/08/2014

On Holidays

10/08/2014
On holidays
In the meantime....Happy Knitting, Crocheting, DIYing and Sewing!

10/06/2014

DIY - Restyle, Denim Homebound

10/06/2014
DIY Restyle - Denim Homebound
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Denim is clearly one of the most interesting fabrics to recycle.
When you recycle pants you have many options to use in designing your project.
Two popular recent posts Bagging Denim and Jeanius Jewelry explored making attractive, easy-to-make jewelry and bags with denim.
While gathering ideas for accessories, I came across several current and fashionable projects for the home. The ideas presented above are truly inspiring and shows denim used in very creative ways. Covering a chair or making lamps with denim can be daunting, but pillows and small mats are easy and a good way to begin with recycling old jeans into home accents. Pillows are definitely a good way to begin. Make a variety in different ways whether you use pockets only or make stripes with different colors of denim. Small mats are another project that can be accomplished easily with several ideas below for you to try. Also featured are small accents or gifts you can make with leftover strips and seams from your projects. Read further for different ways to give your home hits of denim.