I feel the urge to rush fall along this year and kind of want to head right into spooky season (thus the posts about haunted houses and ghosts!) but I know we should also take a moment to give … Read More...
How to make your own washi tape
I have quite the collection of washi tape and I love using it both as tape and as a collage element. I am always looking for new ways to take regular paper and then transform it and this is looks … Read More...
Knit Your First Shawl — It’s a Piece of Cake
There have been many great innovations in the knitting and fiber arts world in the more than 20 (!) years that I’ve been writing about these subjects online. Different fibers and materials and styles of knitting needles and new tools … Read More...
Long Cabled Vest – Free Knitting Pattern
The Long Cabled Vest knit pattern is a great way to create a stylish and cozy vest for women. The pattern uses Caron Simply Soft worsted weight yarn, a soft and durable yarn that comes in a variety of colors, … Read More...
Free Crochet Pattern – Fruit Pies
The Fruit Pies crochet pattern is a fun and unique project that is perfect for anyone who loves to work with super bulky weight yarn. This pattern is easy to follow, making it a great option for crocheters of all … Read More...
6 FREE Fall and Halloween Coloring Pages
It’s getting cooler and the leaves are beginning to change color. It’s my favorite time of year and it’s also the perfect time for Fall and Halloween craft projects. If you’re like me and enjoy coloring here are 6 … Read More...
15 Fall Home Decor Sewing Ideas
Bring the cozy to your home with these beautiful fall sewing projects! Fall is here and that means pumpkin spice and all things nice, warm hues of orange and brown, and soft flannel fabrics. What’s not to love about that? … Read More...
Colorwork Knits for Spooky Season
I guess technically these are all Halloween knitting patterns, but they are really designs that you can knit and use and enjoy all fall long. From keeping your hands and your coffee cozy to making your couch cute, these designs … Read More...
Pumpkin Sensory Activities
When my daughter was younger, she loved to play with the insides of the pumpkin when it was time to carve the jack o’lantern. In the years since she’s decided the inside of a pumpkin smells bad, but playing with … Read More...
Butterfly Tatting Pattern
Look what you can make with this butterfly-tatting pattern! Necklaces, bracelets, and more – this is the perfect craft project for any special occasion. Whether you’re making jewelry for your children or just want to add a little sparkle … Read More...
Beverly Head Wrap Crochet Pattern
Introducing the Beverly Head Wrap Crochet Pattern, a stylish and vintage design that is perfect for keeping you warm and cozy while looking chic and elegant. This pattern, inspired by the classic, timeless style of the roaring 20s, brings back … Read More...
10 Fall Family Scrapbook Layout Ideas
This double page spread has fun fish tail strips bursting from behind a large photo, carrying them over to the other side with smaller strips as little borders around the group of family photos. Take a closer look on the … Read More...
Review: Cross-Stitch to Calm
Cross stitch is a calming activity, especially when the pattern you’re working is simple and suits your personal style. Leah Lintz says she likes to cross stitch as a means of stress relief, but a lot of the cutesy patterns … Read More...
Easy Hat Knitting Patterns Worked in the Round
I recently shared a collection of flat hat knitting patterns, so now it’s time to step it up a little bit and share some hat knitting patterns that are worked in the round. A hat is a great first … Read More...
Video Tutorial – Easy Charm Pack Quilt
Here’s what you can do with your spare Jelly Roll strips and stash: construct a gorgeous quilt! Kimberly made her Jelly Roll Scrap Quilt with 13 additional Jelly Roll strips
left over from another quilt, as well as extra background. … Read More...
Video Tutorial – Binding Shortcuts! Tips and Tricks
Are you in need of binding for a quilt? Do you dislike doing the binding? Here are a few of favorite tricks by Tiny Orchard Quilts to make the whole process go a little bit faster!
When you sew together … Read More...
Afghan Revival Triangles Crochet ePattern
Welcome to the Leisure Arts Crochet Afghan Revival Triangles ePattern! If you’re a fan of granny triangles and want to revive the art of afghan crochet, then this design is the perfect project for you.
The Triangles pattern features … Read More...
12 Handmade Halloween Cards featuring Ghosts
I love this sweet card with a ghost and witch best friends. Amy’s coloring on this card is awesome! I spotted this design on the Sweet November Instagram page .(They have some of my favorite stamps for Halloween!)
It’s time … Read More...
Pumpkin STEM Activities for Kids
Last month I shared some fun apple STEM activities, but of course you can do a lot of the same things with our other favorite fall produce: the pumpkin. Here are some fun pumpkin STEM ideas for use in … Read More...
Book Review: Fair Isle Knitting
Fair Isle knitting is a classic in knitwear design, with colorful, geometric patterns that look intricate but are typically only worked with two colors per row or round. How often you change colors horizontally and vertically can make a big … Read More...