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Wine bottles are a favorite canvas of Megumi's for creative wrapping. She shows you how to take items you have around the house to create a unique wrap for a special gift or thank you present for a host. Learn how to use maps, beautiful paper and fabric to turn a bottle of wine into a work of art.
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Wondering what to do with a precious swath of Pendleton fabric? This striking woolen clutch from Fancy Tiger is the perfect answer. Sturdy canvas gives support and a solid lining fabric contrasts prettily with the bold jacquard fabric. Choose between two options for a closure: a simple toggle or a two-button leather wrap.
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This traditional block is a true stunner. Made up of lots of little pieces, the tips and tricks you will learn in this class make the patchwork come together easily. Heather Jones uses solid colors to make this bold, modern block, and with a finished size of 16" square, you won't need many blocks to make a full size quilt.
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This project is a chic way to use fabric scraps - as well as mix prints with felt and neon thread. The necklace Annabel and her daughter designed is reversible, and its series of stitched lines creates a beautiful sketched quality. It makes a great beginning sewing project because of its freeform nature, and the bold finished piece adds cheer to any outfit.
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Leather bracelets have a warmth and luxury to them, and it is easier than you may think to make your own. In this class, Elke shows how to make a stylish wrap bracelet with a chic metallic gold finish. Using leather working tools like a strap cutter and a beveler, she shows you how to cut the leather evenly and bevel the edges, which gives the bracelet a professional, polished look. Once the leather has been cut out, you will paint the strap, punch...
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In this class, quilting expert Sue Nickels and her daughter Ashley present two fun projects in their preferred styles--Sue is a traditional quilter and Ashley is a modern quilter. Though they each used the same fabrics, their finished quilts have totally different aesthetics. Sue's traditional quilt has a scrappier motif, which is covered in lush, machine-quilted feathers, while Ashley's modern quilt is made up of clean, geometric shapes and criss-crossed...
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In this class, Liesl demonstrates how to finish garment edges with a bias-tape facing. Not only does Liesl show you how to cut fabric on the bias, but you'll also learn how to create bias tape and attach it to a collar to make a smooth, perfectly finished edge. With careful pinning, ironing, and sewing, it's easy for anyone to create beautiful garments that look professional on the inside and out.
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Like magic, Christine will show you how to print multiple colors in one print. Whether you are new to custom carving stamps or a seasoned printmaker, this versatile technique is a game changer for printing on fabric or paper - without fussing with registration. Plus, this class includes downloadable templates of Christine's signature designs.
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Take your lettering to the next level in this super-creative daily lettering challenge, taught by artist and art journaler Pam Garrison. Every day for 31 days, you'll learn a new way to fearlessly approach lettering. From doodled monograms to a Sumi ink alphabet, Pam will guide you through each prompt with easy-to-follow instruction and inspiring ideas for further exploration. Great for card making, journaling, and illustration, this class will help...
13) DIY Yarn Banners
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Add color and texture to any space with these simple, decorative yarn banners. Courtney will show you two ways to make these vibrant banners: with knots for a textured look or with glue for a seamless look. This class is a perfect way for anyone to get crafty with yarn, both knitters and non-knitters alike.
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Professional designer and self-taught illustrator George McCalman writes and illustrates a monthly column for the San Francisco Chronicle. Called "Observed," the column features sketches and illustrations of the people and personalities he meets on his adventures around the city. Drawing from this experience, George leads you through a month of drawing people by layering colored pencil, pens and paint. Use your own source material and capture the...
15) Paper 101
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Explore the wide world of paper with mixed media artist, Courtney Cerruti. Even though paper surrounds us constantly, Courtney approaches this ubiquitous material with an artist's eye. She explains which papers are best for different types of crafting -- from cards and collages to book crafts and paper flowers. You'll learn about the weight of different kinds of paper and their inherent qualities so you will bring knowledge as well as creativity to...
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When you're in need of a project that's easy to sew and simple to style, look no further than Dress No. 2 by Sonya Philip. Part of her "100 Acts of Sewing" line, this wardrobe workhorse is eminently wearable and serves as an excellent base for layering. The A-line dress pattern features three-quarter sleeves, a scoop neck and patch pockets. Once you've learned how to make the basic pattern, Sonya shows you how to add inseam pockets, shorten to tunic-length,...
18) Churn Dash Block
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The charming Churn Dash block dates back to the early 1800s. (The block design resembles an overhead view of a butter churn, as the story goes.) Modern quilter and designer Heather Jones gives this traditional block a contemporary refresh using a cheeky print. Follow the step-by-step instructions here to make a set of your own modern Churn Dash Blocks.
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Learn the magic of photo emulsion screenprinting in this workshop. Hilary walks you through the process of creating an image to print, coating a screen, exposing the image and finally pulling your first prints. Photo emulsion lends itself to gorgeous, fine detail and Hilary shows you how to layer different stencils to create multi-layered prints. She covers all the basic of screen printing in a home setup, so you're ready to print at home or in a...