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Giveaway- The Art of Whimsical Stitching

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Giveaway- The Art of Whimsical Stitching: Creative Stitch Techniques and Inspiring Projects

Leave a comment in today’s post by June 2, 2016 and you are in the running for this fun book filled with a great collection of colorful textile projects.

Open to U. S. residents only please.

More about the book from the publisher:

“Paint, Stitch, Play!

In The Art of Whimsical Stitching, bestselling author and teacher Joanne Sharpe shares her favorite, go-to methods for creating exuberant stitch art. If you’re a sewer or quilter, you’ll take your stitching in a new direction with paints, markers, and dyes. If you’re a mixed-media artist, you’ll learn to embellish your work with stitching.

Follow step-by-step instructions and photos demonstrating a dozen inspiring techniques, including collage, stenciling, free-motion stitching, fused applique lettering, needle felting, doodle machine and hand embroidery, and more! Then, transform your custom fabric into playful pillows and bags, art quilts, journals, and other fun and funk-tional projects. Joanne’s whimsical artwork and a “sketchbook” of designs you can adapt for your own work round out this colorful, inspirational guide.”

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Comments

  13. What a delightful book! Am getting back into sewing and quilting and this would be a great addition to my reference library.

  16. I’ve been following Joanne on Facebook and Pinterest — I love her work, and would love to take a class with her — what a delightful day that would be!

  17. I’d love to learn some new techniques. This book seems a perfect way to do that. Looking forward to reading it.

  18. Love the name and the cover of this book. I would love to win this. Thanks!

  19. I have some fabric tags that I’d like to use to make a funky necklace, andI think this book would be a great inspiration on how to make that happen. Thanks.

  21. I am always looking for new ways to develop and enrich my mixed media projects. This publication could be the next best thing for me. I can’t wait to dive in!

  22. The book looks like a lot of fun and I have so much fabric to make something with. Thanks for the chance to win.

  31. I embroider, needlepoint and quilt. This could give me some great ideas to mix them all up!

  33. Oh my gosh, I love it. The title is just too cute. I would love to own this unique and creative book 🙂

  37. This would be an absolute delight! The Ideas! The Inspiration! What fun!! I would love to win this! Thanks for the chance!

  39. This looks like a book that I would love and make lots of projects from! Just the colors and photos on the cover make me want to open the book and read more!

  42. Wow, what an awesome book! I would love to win this, thanks for the chance!

  45. I would LOVE to add this book to my craft library and add some fun to my stitching projects!!!

  46. I would love to learn the tricks for doing more than “stitching in the ditch”. Thanks for the giveaway.

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Handmade with a Past: Tuesday’s Top Recycled Etsy Find

If you love a good wine and a stylish cheese platter, then this recycled flat wine bottle cheese board will be your new best friend. Not only does it combine two of life’s greatest pleasures, but it also gives a second life to old wine bottles, turning them into something functional and chic.

I stumbled across a similar piece at a friend’s gathering last year, and I couldn’t stop admiring it. The wine bottle was almost unrecognizable—transformed into a sleek, modern board for snacks and small bites. It’s the perfect conversation starter, and honestly, it brings a certain wow factor to any dinner party or casual gathering.

This cheese board isn’t just pretty; it’s practical too. The smooth surface is ideal for serving everything from crackers to fruit to your favorite cheeses. Plus, it’s an awesome example of recycling and upcycling, keeping those old bottles out of landfills while elevating your entertaining game.

Why we love it:

  • Made from recycled flat wine bottles, adding sustainability to your kitchen

  • A unique upcycled home decor item that’s also super functional

  • Ideal for wine lovers, eco-conscious hosts, or anyone who loves a good cheese board

Not only does this board make for a stylish and sustainable addition to your kitchen, but it also makes for an awesome gift for those who love eco-friendly entertaining.