I have never met a crocheter who needed much encouragement to buy yarn. The trouble starts when the yarn arrives and the project also needs a smaller hook, stuffing, buttons, a tapestry needle and a shade of green that … Read More...
DIY Faux Candy Apples: Easy Glossy Fall Decorations
There is something wonderfully nostalgic about a shiny red candy apple. It brings back memories of fairgrounds, sticky fingers and trying to work out how to take that first bite without losing a tooth.
These DIY faux candy apples capture … Read More...
12 Fall Decorations You Can Make from Thrift Store Finds
There’s a particular kind of satisfaction in picking up something from the thrift store that everyone else has walked past and thinking, “That would make a lovely pumpkin.” An old baking pan, a tired knitted jumper, a basket with a … Read More...
How to Make a Cozy Coffee Gift Card Holder
If you’re gift giving to a coffee lover give them a gift card to their favorite coffee shop in a handmade coffee themed gift card holder. Nicki created this delicious and cozy card with a rounded flap that has a … Read More...
Knit a Classic Aran Cardigan with this Free Knitting Pattern
Not too long ago I did a test knit for another designer that was for a cabled cardigan. It’s really cozy and nice but it just about broke me in a ton of different ways. I couldn’t get gauge, which … Read More...
Printable Letter Books for Preschoolers
I did a post earlier this year with activities and ideas for teaching the alphabet, but a lot or learning letters and recognizing them just has to do with seeing them and working with them a lot.
That means … Read More...
10 Ice Cubes That Instantly Elevate Champagne
Elegant flavour cubes to add sparkle, colour, and effortless glamour to your next glass.
Champagne has a way of making even the smallest moment feel worth celebrating. But if you’ve ever wanted to dress up your bubbles without turning your … Read More...
Setting Up a Beginner Craft Space? A Practical Shopping List
A new craft hobby does not require a room that looks like a craft store. In fact, I think beginners have a much nicer time when they start with one project, a few dependable tools and somewhere to put everything … Read More...
Thrift Store Upcycling: Rustic Pumpkin Decorations From Glass Bowls
You know those patterned glass bowls that seem to appear on every thrift-store shelf? The little dessert bowls, the heavy pressed-glass dishes, and the ones that probably spent years tucked away in somebody’s china cabinet? This project gives them a … Read More...
Free Animal Person Embroidery Design Review
This free Animal Person embroidery design from Ann The Gran is definitely one of those patterns that makes you stop and look twice. It’s by Fable Kreations, comes in one 4.48″ x 6.03″ size, has 19,772 stitches, … Read More...
DIY Halloween Sock Pumpkins: Easy Fuzzy Pumpkins With Ghosts, Stripes and Witch Hats
Some craft supplies announce themselves immediately. Others look suspiciously like something you were supposed to put in the laundry basket.
These fuzzy Halloween socks fall into the second category. With little white ghosts, orange dots, witch hats and cheerful stripes, … Read More...
Free Felting Tutorial Friday: Felt Into Autumn with Heidi Feathers
Autumn is here, and that means it’s time to bring out the warm colours, soft wools, and cozy creative projects. This week’s Free Felting Tutorial Friday celebrates everything we love about fall — from crunchy leaves to rich, earthy tones … Read More...
How to Make an Interactive Halloween Mini Scrapbook Album
Camino used the new Booville collection from Pinkfresh Studio to create a Spook-tacular Interactive Mini Scrapbook Album project. The cover of her album is acetate decorated with a chalkboard inspired label and lots of pretty flowers along with some tiny … Read More...
Mini Pumpkins and Jack o’Lanterns to Cross Stitch
I just can’t resist sharing a few more Halloween cross stitch patterns when they are as cute and quick to stitch as these!
This boo cross stitch from Luzatolye was the first little Halloween cross stitch pattern to catch my … Read More...
Sweet Mini Halloween Knitting Patterns
If you’d still like to knit up some Halloween decor this season, check out this little collection of mini Halloween knitting patterns.
Knit or Treat from Stacey Lieckfeldt (Ravelry) is a set of Halloween projects worked in super … Read More...
Lightweight Lacy Crochet Tee Pattern That’s Perfect for Layering
Some crochet garments look beautiful on the hanger but feel awkward to wear. This Lacy Crochet Tee from Lana Grossa is not one of those pieces. It’s light, breathable, and very much designed to be worn — the kind … Read More...
Beaded Halloween Skeleton Craft – A Spooky-Cute Bead Project For Halloween Decorating
If you like your Halloween crafts with a little bit of spooky charm and a whole lot of handmade personality, this Beaded Halloween Skeleton from CraftBits is a fun little project to add to your October crafting list.
This project … Read More...
3 FREE Comfy Cozy Coloring Pages
Here’s something very meta, cuddling up and getting cozy to color in coloring pages that feature cozy, cuddly images. Dover Publications “Comfy Buddies: Cozy Nights Coloring Book” is filled with 39 simple illustrations to color featuring little animal friends like … Read More...
DIY Halloween Bath Bombs – Spooky-Fun Self-Care for Ghouls of All Ages
If your idea of Halloween fun includes a little bubbling, fizzing magic—without the sugar crash—these DIY Halloween Bath Bombs are your new favorite trick and treat. Think spooky swirls, candy-free gifts, and a little self-care potion-making, all rolled into one … Read More...
Designer Spotlight: Threadbound Art
Threadbound Art is a small Etsy shop full of whimsy, with lots of animal patterns, and lots of geese in particular.
The farmhouse and country category is the largest as of this writing, and of the 16 patterns in it, … Read More...