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Craft Inspiration: Latest Trends in Sewing and Fabric from CHA 2014

January 19, 2014 by AllFreeSewing

AllFreeSewing was thrilled to explore the Craft and Hobby Association Show in Anaheim this year. With all of the new products, amazing bloggers, and eye-catching displays set up it was more than a little difficult to keep our focus. Regardless of our enthusiasm we still managed to get the scoop on what the latest trends are for sewing and fabric.

Simplicity Felting

So, what’s on the radar for all things crafty? We saw a lot of attention this year towards time-saving products and fine materials. Color will also have a huge presence in your 2014 projects, so get ready for something fabulous. Products from Simplicity, Green Sneakers, Crystal Ninja, Camelot Fabrics, and more reminded us that new crafting techniques are always available.

Ribbon Reigns

Ribbons are all the rage this year. At the May Arts Ribbon booth tons of ribbons flaunted various colors and designs. Of course these notions can be used on any kind of craft, but as hems and embellishments they’re perfect.

May Arts Ribbon

May Arts Ribbon Dress

We even came across The Ribbon Print Company’s amazing custom printing machine. With this innovation you can print your own personal ribbons for your business or personal crafts. The software allows for printing more than just letters.

The Ribbon Print Company

Color Statements

In Plushi

AllFreeSewing editors noticed no shortage of color at CHA. Starting with the 100% wool fruits and veggies at the Barefoot Fibers stand, we saw bursts of color everywhere.

Barefoot Fibers Fruit

Therm-O-Web provided astounding shocks of color in their designer displays. Whether in the form of an owl or plush sewing machine, color was everywhere you looked.

Therm-O-Web Owl

 

Clothing That Counts

If you’re going to put the time into sewing your own wardrobe, make sure the fabric matches your efforts. Bright and bold looks kept catching our attention. These projects weren’t just for the kids. Besides Barefoot Fabric’s cute coats and The McCall Company’s darling dresses, we saw color creeping into adultware too.

Barefoot Fibers Coats
McCalls Kids

The McCall Pattern Company wowed us with their designs. As a giant in the sewing community we knew they’d have fabulous finds, but our jaws dropped when this Vogue Badgley Mischka glittered under the CHA lights. If you’re on the lookout for patterns that can handle bolds, go for classic designs that will flatter your figure.

 Vogue Badgley MischkaMcCalls Jacket and Skirt

 

Innovation Without the Headache

Seriously one of the coolest innovations at CHA was Ann Butler’s line of stamps. If you don’t have the time or money to devote to an entire quilt, you can simply stamp your art to give the effect of a quilt! After it’s pressed this ink doesn’t wash away!

Ann Butler Stamped Quilt
Ann Butler Stamped Pillow

What has the sewing and paper crafters excited is Brother’s new Scan n’ Cut machine. Instead of struggling with fussy cutting you can indulge in your favorite shapes and delicate letters without picking up a pair of scissors or a razor blade.

Brohter Scan N Cut

 At Clover we fawned over this new Iron Safe. The materials for your projects can now be protected with this simple guard.

Clover Iron Safe

We had so much fun exploring everything new to the crafting community. A BIG thanks to all of the lovely companies and bloggers for their time during the show. We’re already counting down for next year!

 The McCall Pattern Company

Camelot Chalkboard Fabric

 

Filed Under: Sewing Tagged With: Brother, CHA, CHA show, CHA Show 2014, CHA Trade Show, Craft Trends, DIY trends, products, Trending

Link Love: Amazing Washi Tape

June 14, 2012 by FaveCrafts

Washi tape is just about the coolest thing since sliced bread. Have you ever worked with it before? It makes paper crafting so simple since you don’t have to finagle paper and adhesive; rather, the two become one in washi tape! Since your colors and patterns are conveniently pre-adhesived and on a roll, you can spend more time creating and less time fumbling with your supplies. This is starting to sound like an infomercial, but trust me when I tell you that once you go washi you’ll never go back! In addition to the obvious craft projects to use washi tape with–scrapbook layouts, handmade cards, and mixed media paper crafts–you can also use the colorful, whimsical tape in lots of unexpected ways too. Read on to see some of the best ideas I discovered from around the web.

  1. Washi Tape Treat Bags from Ucreate
  2. Washi Tape Bunting from Poppytalk
  3. Wrapping Ideas with Washi Tape from Tea for Joy
  4. Washi Tape Table Runner from Santa Barbara Chic
  5. Drink Stirrer Flags with Washi Tape from Martha Stewart
  6. DIY Washi Tape Laptop Keyboard from Her New Leaf
  7. Washi Tape Spoons from Oops, I Craft My Pants
  8. Washi Tape Twist Ties from Free Time Folics
  9. Washi Tape Trivet from Design Dreams Japan

Filed Under: Link Love Tagged With: craft links, japanese, Paper Craft, products

FaveCrafts 365 Fabric Stiffener

March 8, 2011 by Maria

Every once in a while you need a craft material to be stiff, and there are all kinds of ways to accomplish this “hardened” state. I’m working on a project for FaveCrafts.com in this video and needed a touch of fabric stiffener to make it perfect. I’m making these fun items to use as Easter Basket stuffers! What do you think?

Do you use fabric stiffener in your projects or designs? Do you have any tips to share with us? And I think I need to go buy some balloons and make….  You gotta watch the video to find out!

Projects that use fabric stiffener:

Crochet Bowls

Porcelain Bead Necklace

Silk Flower Wall Art

Filed Under: FaveCrafts 365 Tagged With: crafts with fabric, fabric, products, scrap fabric

FaveCrafts 365 Retail Therapy, The Craft Way!

March 5, 2011 by Maria

During my friend Nancee’s recent visit we hit everything creatively retail within 100 miles of my studio! We shopped until we dropped only to get up and craft! Nothing sparks the creative juices like a visit to an art gallery or craft store or upscale home decor shop. And yes, we hit every thrift shop between Vero Beach and Daytona Beach! We were on a mission! A mission from the Craft gods. Check it out!

We were successful by the way so look for an upcoming craft project involving… well, you’ll just have to wait and see!

Filed Under: FaveCrafts 365 Tagged With: easy paper crafts, paper, Paper Craft, products, scrapbooking supplies

FaveCrafts 365 It’s All About the Paper!

February 25, 2011 by Maria

Let’s face it: we don’t always have time to sit down for hours and create our own paper and backgrounds for cardmaking, scrapbooking, collage, and other paper crafts. Yet, there is a world of decorative papers out there just begging to help us save time, work easier, and create beautiful things! My friend Nancee is a paper addict and expert! In this video, she shares some tips for selecting papers. And don’t forget to watch the mini slide show of project examples at the end of this video!

Filed Under: FaveCrafts 365 Tagged With: paper, Paper Craft, products, scrapbooking supplies

FaveCrafts 365 Many Glues Many Uses

February 9, 2011 by Maria

If you are like me you probably have more than one glue in your crafting toolbox. It would be wonderful if one glue did it all, but that glue hasn’t been invented yet.  The key to choosing a glue is to know what kind of surface you are trying to bond. There are two basic surfaces. Do you know what they are? You will after watching this FaveCrafts 365!

You can get the best variety and price on glues on CutRateCrafts.com. Check it out! It’s my favorite online craft store.

Filed Under: FaveCrafts 365 Tagged With: craft tips, glue, glues, products

Product Review and Giveaway: Inchies Stamp Sets

May 29, 2009 by FaveCrafts

Inchies Clear Stamp Sets
Inkadinkado
www.inkadinkado.com

inchies

We are giving away THREE Inchies Stamp sets: 2 Inchie Sets, Inkpad and 1 Inkadinkado Large Clear Block

Visit our Inkies Stamp Giveaway Page to read a review of this craft product and enter to win! Contest ends June 12, 2009. You can enter once daily so return often to improve your chances of winning.

Filed Under: Product Reviews Tagged With: giveaways, products, stamping

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