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Craft Tool: Sharpie Extra Fine Point Paint Markers | Red-Handled Scissors

Craft Tool: Sharpie Extra Fine Point Paint Markers

I am completely in love with Sharpie Oil-Based Extra Fine Point Paint Markers. My detail painting is atrocious. Whenever I have a fine paintbrush in my hands, utter project disaster is only moments away. So, when one of yesterday’s designs called for painting fine lines in a very small space, I gave in and picked …

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Craft Tool: Speedy Stitcher Sewing Awl | Red-Handled Scissors

Craft Tool: Speedy Stitcher Sewing Awl

Have you ever used a stitching awl? If not, fair warning: you’re about to need one. A stitching awl is a specialized tool that’s basically a hand-held manual sewing machine that’s made to sew through thick materials like canvas, leather, and wool. It comes with both a curved and a straight needle and a spool …

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Video Tutorial: Perfect Straight Stitches | Red-Handled Scissors

Video Tutorial: Perfect Straight Stitches

Learn how to make evenly spaced straight stitches for sewing, embroidery, and appliqué projects with my new video tutorial! This method is especially effective for stitching felt, cork, and most thick fabrics. If you’re more of a words-and-photos kind of gal or guy, you can also check out the written tutorial below. Step 1 To …

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Sunday Snapshot: Paris vs. New York Postcards | Red-Handled Scissors

Sunday Snapshot: Paris vs. New York Postcards

I’m loving my new Paris versus New York Postcard Box, and this photo was a happy accident from yesterday’s shoot for the Potter Craft and Potter Style Crafternoon book event. I couldn’t tell you exactly what kind of photo editing black magic when on here, but it sure looks cool! How’s your Sunday afternoon coming …

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