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Cinch Belt Fascination

June 6, 2008 by candi canncel Leave a Comment

I hated the 1980’s honestly. As a teenager in the 80’s, I was obsessed with the 40’s. I would wear these fabulous high-waisted pants with gorgeous little tops and even turban-like head wraps. Seriously, I wish I had those now-… Read more ...

Lifetime Gets Crafty!

June 4, 2008 by candi canncel Leave a Comment

Lifetime TV’s website has started featuring crafty projects on their webseries: Crafted. Needle Arts expert (and Craft Gossip’s very own Knitting Editor!) Vickie Howell will be featuring fabulous projects for every season. Her first project has gone live today… Read more ...

Socktopus and Friends

June 2, 2008 by candi canncel Leave a Comment

The long lost cousin of the famous Sock Monkey, Soctopus is an eight-legged creature made from traditional red heel socks and button eyes. Friends of Socktopus features adorable Do-It-Yourself Kits that are super affordable and very easy to make. Or… Read more ...

An Inspiring Space

June 1, 2008 by candi canncel Leave a Comment

I am so truly grateful to have my studio space. As someone who spent a lot of time living in tiny apartments in San Francisco, I used to dream about the day that I would have an inspriring place that… Read more ...

Unzipped

May 31, 2008 by candi canncel Leave a Comment

Sometimes itâ€™s just easier to buy online. As a sewing instructor, there are sewing items that I always need to replenish- mainly zippers. I started thinking of the concept of buying sewing supplies in bulk. I came across the Zipperstop… Read more ...

Mixed Tapes and Sewing

May 30, 2008 by candi canncel Leave a Comment

Remember when you were like 16 and your dreamy crush made you a mixed tape? Well what could be better than that? What about a mixed tape and Sewing! Mixtape is an all things crafty zine fused with music. Their… Read more ...

Throw Pillows Galore

May 29, 2008 by candi canncel Leave a Comment

I am currently redoing my studio. I have a day bed that definitely needs some sprucing up- so have been on the lookout for easy but cool throw pillows. These modern pillows are just what I’ve been looking for. Easy… Read more ...

Quilted Cha-Cha Heels

May 27, 2008 by candi canncel Leave a Comment

I adore shoes! I also love embellishing shoes. I was being featured on a show on the DIY Network and the topic was Weddings. As Iâ€™m always the dressmaker, never the bride, I thought why not create a fun project… Read more ...

French-Inspired Sewing

May 25, 2008 by candi canncel Leave a Comment

I adore all things French and am always inspired by the French way of living. A friend recently bought me a fabulous book called The French-Inspired Home by Kaari Meng. Meng is the owner of the Los Angeles based store… Read more ...

Cutest Ever Ottoman

May 22, 2008 by candi canncel Leave a Comment

I love quaint little footstools and have quite a few throughout my house and studio. But this darling little fringed ottoman is just so absolutely adorable retro. I think I need just one more !… Read more ...

The Sewing Basket

May 21, 2008 by candi canncel 1 Comment

I had a new student come to class the other day and she had the most darling sewing basket to hold all her supplies. I amused to the tackle box / vintage lunchbox / Chanel box / whatever I can… Read more ...

Why Not Sew Placemats?

May 20, 2008 by candi canncel 1 Comment

I was having a small dinner party the other day. As I was setting the table, I realized that I did not have placemats. I remember when I was growing up my mom had a variety of mats to choose… Read more ...

Embellished Sewing Supplies

May 19, 2008 by candi canncel Leave a Comment

Just because your scissors may be just a pair of scissors, doesnâ€™t mean it canâ€™t be a bit jazzy! Embellish your sewing supplies with these cute decorative ideas. Itâ€™ll make your sewing so much more fun!… Read more ...

The Adorable Clutch

May 17, 2008 by candi canncel 1 Comment

I LOVE clutch purses! This simple little accessory adds so much class and pizazz to an outfit. This fun little retro clutch is the perfect Summer accessory. Add a cool vintage brooch and you have a one-of-a-kind purse to dress… Read more ...

When Sewing Meets Baseball

May 16, 2008 by candi canncel 2 Comments

I love baseball as much as I love to sew. So, how can my two favorite pastimes be combined? These super cute little projects are ALL about baseball! Seriously clever, and very easy, they would make a fantastic accessory for… Read more ...