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May 2009 Archive

It’s been almost four months since my book, Crafty Chica’s Guide to Artful Sewing, has been released. Within that time, I’ve heard from scores of women who had so many heartfelt and happy things to say about the book. And for very vast reasons too! For some, they cheered that the four-alarm contrast of colors and patterns made them giddy. Like Cyndi Garcia of the SantaClaritaCraftLab.com. Here she is showing off the Yarn and T-Shirt Skinny Scarf project she made!

Others said the book motivated them to break out their sewing machine and get busy, like Christy Petterson of GetCrafty.com.

“I had an idea the other day for a new little something that I want to sew, and reading Kathy’s book really sealed the deal for me,” she said.

Some said they even went out and bought a machine to get started from scratch! There were a few who admitted the projects strayed from their style, but still considered the book a gem thanks to the positive message and essays. Some of my favorites have been from kamikaze crafters like myself who picked up on the idea of personalizing their machine like the one on page 18 of the book! Check out Jean’s (Quilted Cupcake) work of art!

And then there is Stefani Gerard of SweaterSurgery.blogspot.com who made a coffee cozy inspired by the Kamikaze Scrap Belt project. So cute!

I wish I could post each and every picture and letter. I’m absolutely blown away by the kindness and enthusiasm from book readers and crafters. Keep sending pictures, I’ll share them on my blog and link to your site too!

As a way to say thank you, I want to give a little gift - a FREE jar of Crafty Chica Glitter. Now, I can’t find a reasonable way to give everyone a jar of glitter, but if you take the time to leave a review on Amazon or B&N.com today, Friday, May 29th, 2009, email me at kathy@craftychica.com, with your address and I’ll send one right out! It is my way of saying mil gracias - a million thanks!!!

Regardless, keep on stitching!

— Allison

Loaded with gorgeous photos and nautical trivia, Paper Yachts is more than origami - it’s the excitement of sailing at your fingertips. Captain your own vessel using these sixteen water resistant templates that allow you to test your personal watercraft in the tub, down the stream, or in the ocean. Detailed instructions and illustrations help you fold and launch each sailboat, and specially designed courses set you up for some serious match racing or a mixed class regatta. So weigh anchor, cast off, and be an admiral of the sea for a day!

Sail away with your own copy of Paper Yachts!
To win a free copy enter here.

— Allison

…what CAN’T you make from felt!?

Feltique shows you step by step how to master this versatile material. In one simple guide (with over 45 unique projects), you’ll have everything at your fingertips to create charming projects using a variety of felting techniques: wet felting, needle felting, fulling, and sewing commercial felt. For limitless inspiration in making all things felt and beautiful—from bauble earrings to baby rattles, hats to handbags—you need this definitive guide!

click here to win a copy along with a bauble earring kit made by Brookelynn!

— Allison

As any stitcher knows, embroidery is one of the best ways to personalize any garment or home accessory. And now with Ribbon Embroidery you don’t have to be confined to a pattern. You’ll learn a wide variety of stitches, from vines and flower petals to latticework and lines that evoke flames. Each stitch is described and illustrated in detail—and all of the projects can be completed in fewer than six steps. With Ribbon Embroidery and a little imagination, you can create your own designs in no time!

click here to win a copy!

— Allison

ON SALE TODAY!

What could be cuter than a hand-knitted bear? One with a complete—and completely adorable—hand-knitted wardrobe! The Best-Dressed Knitted Bear provides knitters with patterns for six different varieties of teddy bear, and then demonstrates how to mix up yarn types and color choices to completely personalize each one. These 18 adorable ensembles make thoughtful gifts for the children in your life - so that their teddys can be part of the fun no matter where their imaginations may take them.

click here to win a copy!

— Allison