Inspire Us Thursday, November 13!

November! Time for holiday crafting and you've come to the right place to be inspired. ...it's Inspire Us Thursday! Time to show it off, link it up, and click around! Link up your creations in fiber: sewing, cross-stitch, embroidery, knitting, crochet, the fiber of your choice.

Today, find inspiration by clicking on a project the SAME color as your current project -- even if the project is in a medium you don't work in. You'll find inspiration looking at creations made in someone else's studio, who knows where it will take you. But first, click here:

Last week's most viewed link: This clever little Camera Lens Cloth Pouch from Sum of their Stories, keeps the lens cloth safe from falling to the ground -- you'll have to click through to see how. AND it's a tutorial so you can make one for yourself. 

Inspire Us Thursday, November 8!

November! How did that happen?! Are you gearing up for Holiday gift creating? Or did you finish checking your list twice before Labor Day and now need a craft to pass the time? [Really? Go you!] Either way you've come to the right place to be inspired. Today, find inspiration by clicking on a project in a medium different from your current project -- if you sewed up a quilt, click on a yarn project; if you've been working counted cross-stitch, click through to a sewn garment. You'll find inspiration looking at creations made in someone else's studio, who knows where it will take you.

And now on with the show...it's Inspire Us Thursday! Time to show it off, link it up, and click around! Link up your creations in fiber: sewing, cross-stitch, embroidery, knitting, crochet, the fiber of your choice.

Last week's most viewed link: Check out this super cozy Crochet Poncho by Anna Simple Crochet. Click through for the directions and hook one for yourself.

Inspire Us Thursday, October 30!

Last week was a pretty quiet party. And then my model was down and out with strep throat and in need of much Mommy-nursing, so it was pretty quiet here, too. I'm looking forward to getting back into the sewing/creative groove with some help of your help. Inspire me! Inspire each other! Today, find inspiration by clicking on a project the same color as the one you've linked or are currently working on -- if you made a red Halloween costume this week, find another red project among the links; if you worked in blue, click on something blue. You'll find inspiration looking at creations made in someone else's studio, even if the medium is different than your own.

It's Inspire Us Thursday! Time to show it off, link it up, and click around! Link up your creations in fiber: sewing, cross-stitch, embroidery, knitting, crochet, the fiber of your choice.

Last week's most viewed link: Check out these gorgeous Fabric Bowls from Patchouli Moon Studio! And this doesn't even included the set of Christmas bowls -- there are so many more over there, be sure to click through to see them all!

Inspire Us Thursday, October 23!

Time to show it off and link it up! Link up your creations in fiber: sewing, cross-stitch, embroidery, knitting, crochet, the fiber of your choice. It's Inspire Us Thursday!

Today, click on the project just before yours -- that one's pretty easy, but click even if it doesn't look like your cup of tea. Take some time to see what another creator is producing and let them know you visited. If we only fill our creative wells with projects and styles like our own, our wells, and therefore our work, will become stagnant. Time to look around and see what else is out there.

And speaking of filling our creative wells be sure to visit my brand new page on Facebook (me? true!) and in addition to sharing what's happening here on the blog and behind the scenes, I'll be sharing little bits and pieces of inspiration as I find them. It's kind of lonely over there right now, but I'm busy pumping out sewing for Kids Clothes Week anyway.

Last week's most viewed link: Oh my! Click through to see the details of this gorgeous Shawl by Tales from Trish. I love the open lace pattern and the colorway.

Inspire Us Thursday, October 16!

It's Inspire Us Thursday! Time to show it off and link it up! Link up your creations in fiber: sewing, cross-stitch, embroidery, knitting, crochet, the fiber of your choice.

Today, click on a project opposite of yours -- if you work in yarn click on a fabric project, if your project is blue click on something orange, if yours is holiday inspired click on something summery. Take some time to see what another creator is producing and let them know you visited. If we only fill our creative wells with projects and styles like our own, our wells, and therefore our work, will become stagnant. Time to look around and see what else is out there.

And speaking of filling our creative wells be sure to visit my brand new page on Facebook (me? true!) and in addition to sharing what's happening here on the blog and behind the scenes, I'll be sharing little bits and pieces of inspiration as I find them. So be sure to click over and I'll keep trying to fill your creative well.

Last week's most viewed link: Check out these fabulous Skull Zippered Bags from Embroidery Mad! I love the red satin and lace combo, it looks all muscle and bone; and doesn't the zip placement look like you can reach right in to grab the brains? Perfect.

Inspire Us Thursday, October 9!

It's Inspire Us Thursday! Time to show it off and link it up! Link up your creations in fiber: sewing, cross-stitch, embroidery, knitting, crochet, the fiber of your choice.

Today, click on the project linked three spaces back from yours, regardless of the media. Take some time to see what another creator is producing and let them know you visited. If we only fill our creative wells with projects and styles like our own, our wells, and therefore our work, will become stagnant. Time to look around and see what else is out there.

And speaking of filling our creative wells...I finally have a page on Facebook (me? true!) and in addition to sharing what's happening here on the blog and behind the scenes, I'll be sharing little bits and pieces of inspiration as I find them. So be sure to click over and I'll keep trying to fill your creative well.

Last week's most viewed link: This darling Fairy Toadstool Cape from Amelie and Atticus, it's adorably gnome-like -- you must click through to see more, including a full tutorial!

Inspire Us Thursday, October 2!

It's Inspire Us Thursday! Time to show it off and link it up! Link up your creations in fiber: sewing, cross-stitch, embroidery, knitting, crochet, the fiber of your choice.

If we only fill our creative wells with projects and styles like our own, our wells, and therefore our work, will become stagnant. Time to look around and see what else is out there. Today, click on the project just before your own, regardless of the media. Take some time to see what another creator is producing and let them know you visited.

Last week's most viewed link: Click through to see these glorious Rose Coasters by Milena of My Place...s

Inspire Us Thursday, September 25!

It's Inspire Us Thursday! Time to show it off and link it up! Link up your creations in fiber: sewing, cross-stitch, embroidery, knitting, crochet, the fiber of your choice.

Today, try to click on a project in the opposite colorway of the project you linked or are currently working on. Click across the color wheel: for example, if your project is something predominately blue, click on something mostly orange. Who knows what you'll find. If we only fill our creative wells with projects and styles like our own, our wells, and therefore our work, will become stagnant. Time to look around and see what else is out there.

Last week's most viewed link: Julie of The Sum of Their Stories linked up this bright and happy Diamond Stitch Crochet Baby Blanket -- click through to see how she breaks down the pattern with great detail.

Inspired Us Thursday, September 18!

Time to show it off and link it up! It's Inspire Us Thursday! Link up your creations in fiber: sewing, cross-stitch, embroidery, knitting, crochet, whatever.

Today, click on the link just before yours regardless of the medium. Who knows what you'll find. If we only fill our creative wells with projects and styles like our own, our wells, and therefore our work, will become stagnant. Time to look around and see what else is out there.

Last week's most view link: This gorgeous Dip-Dyed Cardigan from Work Pray Sew -- and it was her first time dip-dying! Click through to read more about it, including the modifications Angela made to the original pattern.

Inspire Us Thursday, September 11!

It's Inspire Us Thursday! Time to show it off and link it up! Link up your creations in fiber: sewing, cross-stitch, embroidery, knitting, crochet, whatever. Then stick around to click around and be inspired by all the amazing work out there.

Today, try to click on a link in a medium different from what you linked up: if you're a quilter, click on a knit project; if you crochet, click on something sewn. Inspiration can come from so many different sources. If we only fill our creative wells with projects and styles like our own, our wells, and therefore our work, will become stagnant. Time to look around and see what else is out there.

Last week's most viewed link: You have to click over to see this fabulous collection of dresses with flounces and hoods (love it) at Roby Giup Handmade. This one is my favorite because the ombré flounces mimic waves so beautifully.

Inspire Us Thursday, September 4!

It's Inspire Us Thursday! I am always awed by all the talent out there. Inspiration can come from so many different places and styles. Come share the fruits of your talent here. Inspire us with your creations, whether it be yarn, thread, fabric or floss. Show it off and link it up! Then click around and see if you can find the inspiration for your next project.

Last week's most viewed link: These GORGEOUS quilts from Glory Be Quilter. Be sure to click through to see her new sewing machine found for a steal!

Inspire Us Thursday, August 28!

Yikes! I missed a week. But the days until school can be counted on one hand now and there are still swimming pools calling our name. Go ahead and link up your projects from last week in addition to your projects from this week. I'l be travelling (alone) this weekend and I look forward to taking the time to catch up on all the projects I've been missing while in the water.

Here comes the cut and paste: Welcome to Inspire Us Thursday! Here you'll find a group of links dedicated to projects in fiber: yarn, thread, fabric, and floss. Maybe you're a quilter who will be inspired to try crochet. Or a sewer of clothing drawn in by a cross-stitch. Maybe you'll be inspired to put down the knitting needles and dust of your sewing machine. Be sure to check out all the links, you may be surprised where you'll find your next inspiration.

Last party's most viewed link: Call Ajaire's Monthly Mash-Up...be sure to click through for a great tutorial!

Inspire Us Thursday, August 14!

I wrote yesterday how Summer is kicking my newbie blogger butt. [sigh] Here comes the cut and paste: Welcome to Inspire Us Thursday! Here you'll find a group of links dedicated to projects in fiber: yarn, thread, fabric, and floss. Maybe you're a quilter who will be inspired to try crochet. Or a sewer of clothing drawn in by a cross-stitch. Maybe you'll be inspired to put down the knitting needles and dust of your sewing machine. Be sure to check out all the links, you may be surprised where you'll find your next inspiration.

Last week's most viewed link: Click through for a great tutorial on how to make this sweet Felt Needle Case by Sum of Their Stories.

Inspire Us Thursday, August 7!

It's Thursday! It's August?! Yikes! How did that happen? It's still the thick of summer here so once again I'm cutting and pasting the rest of this so I can rush back out into the sunscreen- and bug spray-scented air after a certain five-year-old! Welcome to Inspire Us Thursday! Here you'll find a group of links dedicated to projects in fiber: yarn, thread, fabric, and floss. Maybe you're a quilter who will be inspired to try crochet. Or a sewer of clothing drawn in by a cross-stitch. Maybe you'll be inspired to put down the knitting needles and dust of your sewing machine. Be sure to check out all the links, you may be surprised where you'll find your next inspiration.

Last week's most viewed link:
Check out this gorgous, detailed Necessary Clutch Wallet sewn by Maria of Mia's Creations.

Inspire Us Thursday, July 31!

It's Thursday! It's Summer! I'm cutting and pasting the rest of this so I can rush back out after a certain five-year-old into the sunscreen- and bugspray-scented air! Welcome to Inspire Us Thursday!  Here you'll find a group of links dedicated to projects in fiber: yarn, thread, fabric, and floss. Maybe you're a quilter who will be inspired to try crochet. Or a sewer of clothing drawn in by a cross-stitch. Maybe you'll be inspired to put down the knitting needles and dust of your sewing machine. Be sure to check out all the links, you may be surprised where you'll find your next inspiration.

Last weeks Most Viewed Link: You must click through and see ALL of this brilliant collection of girls clothes refashioned from boys hand-me-downs by Laura from Over The Apple Tree!

Inspire Us Thursday, July 24!

It's Thursday! Time to take a breath and relax. Sit back in the sun (or cool air conditioning) and come be inspired by Inspire Us Thursday! Here you'll find a group of links dedicated to projects in fiber: yarn, thread, fabric, and floss. Maybe you're a quilter who will be inspired to try crochet. Or a sewer of clothing drawn in by a cross-stitch. Maybe you'll be inspired to put down the knitting needles and dust of your sewing machine. Be sure to check out all the links, you may be surprised where you'll find your next inspiration.

The most viewed link last week: Be sure to click through to see all the details (and learn abut all the fabrics) on these perfect Baby Blocks by Ella & Nesta's Little Room.

Inspire Us Thursday, July 17!

It's Inspire Us Thursday! Here you'll find a group of links dedicated to projects in fiber: yarn, thread, fabric, and floss. Maybe you're a quilter who will be inspired to try crochet. Or a sewer of clothing drawn in by a cross-stitch. Maybe you'll be inspired to put down the knitting needles and dust of your sewing machine. Be sure to check out all the links, you may be surprised where you'll find your next inspiration. Now sit back with a cool drink & a tasty snack and take some time to browse with me.

The most viewed link last week: This gorgeous, intricate cross-stitched Strawberry Bookmark from FranceNadeau. Beautiful.

Inspire Us Thursday, July 10!

It's Inspire Us Thursday! It's Summer! Grab your ice-coffee, lounge back on a virtual dock, imagine your feet dangling in the cool water off the end of a pier, and spend some time viewing all these links with me. Here you'll find a group of links dedicated to projects in fiber: yarn, thread, fabric, and floss. Maybe you're a quilter who will be inspired to try crochet. Or a sewer of clothing drawn in by a cross-stitch. Maybe you'll be inspired to put down the knitting needles and dust of your sewing machine. Be sure to check out all the links, you may be surprised where you'll find your next inspiration.

The most view link last week: This wonderfully patriotic twirl dress from Peaches and Bees -- be sure to click through to see the fabric and button details, they're perfect!

Inspire Us Thursday, July 3!

It's Inspire Us Thursday! It's Summer! Grab your ice-sweat covered beverage, lounge back on your virtual beach chair, feel the sun on your shoulders, and spend some time viewing all these links with me. Here you'll find a group of links dedicated to projects in fiber: yarn, thread, fabric, and floss. Maybe you're a quilter who will be inspired to try crochet. Or a sewer of clothing drawn in by a cross-stitch. Maybe you'll be inspired to put down the knitting needles and dust of your sewing machine. Be sure to check out all the links, you may be surprised where you'll find your next inspiration.

The most viewed link last week: Diya from the Hobby Harbor writing for So Sew Easy -- a great tutorial for drafting ruffle sleeves to the Easy Breezy Blouse.

Inspire Us Thursday, June 26!

It's Inspire Us Thursday! It's Summer! Grab your iced-tea or lemonade, lounge back on your virtual beach chair, pretend your toes are in the sand, and spend some time viewing all these links with me. Here you'll find a group of links dedicated to projects in fiber: yarn, thread, fabric, and floss. Maybe you're a quilter who will be inspired to try crochet. Or a sewer of clothing drawn in by a cross-stitch. Maybe you'll be inspired to put down the knitting needles and dust of your sewing machine. Be sure to check out all the links, you may be surprised where you'll find your next inspiration.

The most viewed link last week: Amelie And Atticus' Nano IRO A-Line Dress -- the gold detailing is perfect!