• Blog,  Influencer

    Tunisian Heart Beanie by A Crafty Concept

      By Ashley Stallsworth | A Crafty Concept Hello creative people! My name is Ashley and I am the maker of all things behind A Crafty Concept. I started my small business journey in July of 2016 and have slowly watched it turn from selling original crochet amigurumi toys designing and selling crochet patterns and teaching other makers how to start and run small businesses of their own. I am a full time Maker, Mommy and Wife and I love every second of it! 

  • General,  Session 16,  Sewing/Quilting

    Hold It Precision Stiletto

      What is it? So much of what we do in sewing involves detail work. Quilting, fashion, home decor or accessories all are made better when we pay attention to even the most obscure details in the construction process. But this requires more than just paying attention. It means all of those little points, folds, creases or seams have to be perfect. Unfortunately when we’re sewing or pressing these details into place our fingers often go into harm’s way. Proximity to sharp needles and hot irons can be a real creative…

  • General,  Session 16,  Sewing/Quilting

    I Sew For Fun

      What is it? Chances are if you’re into sewing it’s because you were introduced to it by someone. Maybe a friend or your mom or dad or even a grandmother or grandfather or other relative. The point remains, however, that most often someone close to you inspired you, encouraged you and taught you. And because of them you grew to understand and appreciate the rewards of the creative art of sewing. Whether fashion, quilting, heirloom or home decor, it matters not. To be able to sit down with needle and…

  • Session 16,  Sewing/Quilting,  Tool School Extra Credit

    Snag Repair Extra Credit

    Extra credit with the Shibaguyz   Shannon and Jason Mullett-Bowlsby are the dynamic DIY duo known as the Shibaguyz, and the creative geniuses behind Shibaguyz Designz Studio.Their award winning crochet & knit designs have been featured in and on the covers of both US and international publications. Their craft, portrait, and fashion photography has appeared in six books and numerous magazines around the globe. Together, the Shibaguyz team currently has over 300 published patterns and 10 books credited to their names.   Shannon and Jason live in Seattle, Washington with their…

  • General,  Session 16,  Sewing/Quilting

    Snag Repair Needles

      What is it? It’s always your new sweater, coat, blouse or pants. The dreaded snag. An unruly thread pulled free and right there for everyone to see. You can pat it down but you know it’ll come back. Cut it off and you leave a hole in its place. That’s no answer either. How can we make it better? Come to think of it, are there other occasions when we face the same dilemma? A loose thread that doesn’t belong? Yup, sewing in general. Sewing is full of circumstances where…