Note from Alanda Craft: I happen to think that Ximena's psychedelic crumbs look great. I really like the look of the vibrant, bold colours and they really pop. I can picture these squares being put together with black sashing and a first border of perhaps 1½" followed by a colourful border also made from crumbs or even just a bright contrasting fabric in a solid color. The … [Read more...] about Readers Project: Ximena’s Psychedelic Crumbs
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What is a Scan and Cut machine? – Everything you need to know
If you are a crafter you may have come across the term 'ScanNCut' or 'Scan and Cut' and wondered what it means. Well, it refers to a die-cutting machine and we have been using it since 2013. I have to say, we are big fans of this machine, and we have even created a number of ScanNCut training courses on how to use it. Our courses cover cutting both paper and fabric. NOTE: We … [Read more...] about What is a Scan and Cut machine? – Everything you need to know
Creative Stitched Tote Bag Using the Stupendous Stitching Method
Make an Awesomely Stitched Tote Bag Using the Stupendous Stitching Method I love how this creative stitched tote bag turned out and I use it constantly when I shop. It's one of my favorites. Paula stitched the front using the Stupendous Stitching method by Carol Ann Waugh and she tells me that it is favorite Craftsy class ever. What is the Stupendous Stitching … [Read more...] about Creative Stitched Tote Bag Using the Stupendous Stitching Method
Moda Charm Square Scarf – Keep out the Winter Chills
With Winter fast approaching it's time to think about ways to keep warm when you are out and about in those cold, wintry temperatures. And what could be better than a lovely warm scarf snuggly wrapped around your neck..(well along with a good quality overcoat) I made this scarf using the Morris Modernized Moda Charm Square pack. and backed it with some warm fleecy … [Read more...] about Moda Charm Square Scarf – Keep out the Winter Chills
How to Create Pattern Stencils in Canvas Workspace (ScanNCut)
Many moons ago, we created a video on how to cut stencils with the ScanNCut. However, we never actually showed you how to create those stencils. One of our YouTube subscribers mentioned that they would like to see how to do this, so here we are with a tutorial on how to create your own stencils using Canvas Workspace.. So let's get started...and by the way, this is pretty … [Read more...] about How to Create Pattern Stencils in Canvas Workspace (ScanNCut)