Amy’s Blog
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Needle Minded New Yorker Gift Ideas
While preparing for Christmas, I came across a series called the Needle-Minded New Yorker written by my muse Mary Brooks Picken in Home Arts Needlecraft. Mary, of course, has some great ideas...
Deck the Halls with a Holly Centerpiece
Happy Holidays everyone! We are a week away from Christmas, and that means its time to start wrapping up your holiday preparations. For decoration, Christmas trees and wreaths may last for awhile,...
Vintage Made Modern: Dapper Dan
Did you (or your parents) keep any of your toys from when you were little? Most everyone has one or two special items that they just can't part with. One of my favorite childhood toys was Dapper...
The Department of Sewing: Creative Machine Tips
I ran across this article in my Vintage Notions archives and thought how it is still applicable today. I am amazed by the advances in sewing machine technology today. I love to see all the new tips...
Spool Craft Christmas
Want to unwind during the holidays? Salvage your thread spools to make a cute Christmas craft! I discovered these adorable handmade ornaments at an antique mall a few years ago. I love how simple...
Happy Thanksgiving!
Wishing you and yours a Happy Thanksgiving! To download this free image, be sure to click on the image first to see the full size image. Then right click (Mac: control+click) and save to your...
Quick Holiday Gift Idea
I know we haven't hit Thanksgiving yet, but for all of us crafters it is never too early to start thinking about and making our holiday gifts. I love the simple idea of using a vintage image to...
Kitchen Couture for the Holidays
I know I am not the only one who will be spending a lot of time in the kitchen over the next few months. Although I will often whip up nightly dinners without an apron, when I start baking or...
Thanksgiving Gratitude + FREE Ornament pattern!
The month of November heralds the beginning of the Holiday Season. It is both exhilarating and exhausting! It is a time of making memories and participating in traditions. For me, it is important to...
Vintage Made Modern: Timeless Toys
There is something special about creating a stuffed toy. You make something with a distinct personality that will enrich someone’s life. Also, making a stuffed toy requires different sewing...
Recycled Style: Stitch a Shopper
Paper or plastic? Neither! If you thought the bring-your-own-bag trend at grocery stores was a recent movement, you may be surprised to learn that some shoppers were loading their own tree-hugging...
Gathering ’round the Table
Thanksgiving is a holiday when we can hopefully put away the distractions and stresses of our daily lives and come together for a day of food, family, and fun. And where is that we come together?...
