Until I saw this pattern book from Annie’s Craft Store, I was not familiar with Monk’s Cloth or Swedish Weaving (sometimes known as Huck embroidery).  Now that I know a little bit more about it, I’m intrigued.  It’s a … Read More...

Doesn’t everyone need a Charlie Brown Christmas tree in their lives?  Well, maybe not everyone, but I’m pretty sure lots of people do.  I anxiously await that time of year when the Charlie Brown Christmas television special. And when the … Read More...

Bring the spirit of Christmas into your home with this captivating nativity scene panel kit from Connecting Threads.  The panel design with its blue binding and night sky backdrop, features the words Joy, Love, Peace, and Rejoice.  Each word … Read More...

While it’s nice to make a hand embroidery project that is unique and can be tailored to a person’s specific tastes, sometimes it’s nice to have a kit.  Kits are great for those times when you don’t want to worry … Read More...

Fun and fresh, this free quilt pattern entitled “Frenzy” comes from Me and My Sister Designs.  It is a basic chevron pattern, made bright and cheery by the designers’ fabric line called Giggles.

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It’s all about pink in this article! That is to say that it is all about pink flamingoes.  Whether you are obsessed with everything tropical, or you live in a nice sunny climate, there is no denying that flamingoes are … Read More...

Have you ever heard of victorian tufting?  I know that I had not seen it before, but I sure am intrigued.  Along the lines of turkey work, or the Ghiordes knot, it’s basically fluffy embroidery work and it looks like … Read More...

Even though there are thousands of needlepoint patterns available, sometimes you just want to design your own canvas.  There may be a landscape or a flower that reminds you of someone dear, or maybe an image that strikes your fancy.  … Read More...

The moment I saw this quilt block and quilt tutorial from Diary of a Quilter, I knew it was going on my to-make list.  Just like the name implies, these Dresden blocks look like peppermints. There is so much movement … Read More...

Perfect for Christmas, this punch needle embroidery wreath pattern is from Chicken Scratch NY.  The way various shades of green were used really brings the pattern to life, and the pretty plaid bow finishes it off nicely.

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Table runners are one of those easy makes that usually comes together quickly.  They are the ideal way to spruce up your home.  Haven’t you ever noticed how the look of a room can change when you change a table … Read More...

Rose over at Threadbare Creations designed this exquisite paper pieced Christmas Star Quilt Block and has been generous enough to publish it for free.

Paper piecing is one of those quilting techniques people either love or hate.  No matter what … Read More...

Floral designs in hand embroidery are always fun to make, and this bouquet of flowers design from Anchor Crafts is an absolutely lovely example.  Because of the various stitches used, there is plenty of dimension in this pattern.  That dimension … Read More...

You aren’t scared of spiders are you?  Well, there is no need to be scared of this guy, even if he wove a spooky message for you.  I love creative embroidery hoop projects and this is definitely a creative design … Read More...

Bells are a quintessential symbol around the holidays.  From Christmas to New Years, they play a large part in services and celebrations.  The motif can be found in every type of holiday décor available.

This offset bargello needlepoint pattern from … Read More...

Looking for a unique way to spruce up your fashion wardrobe?  Tired of wearing the same jewelry every day?  Why not try making your own necklace.  It’s super easy with this wonderful DIY tutorial from Dear Handmade Life.

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One of the things that I love when fabric designers come out with a new line is that they often release a couple of free patterns.  These designs are meant as a showcase for their new fabric, and are an … Read More...

As far as cuteness goes, this gingerbread boy and girl embroidery design is about as cute as it gets.  Gingerbread people are always a favorite Christmas design, and they can be seen everywhere when the holiday season begins.  Did you … Read More...

An easy quilt to assemble, this festive Halloween quilt is a fun and scrappy project to make.  Just looks at all of the different theme fabrics that were used.  I doubt I’m only quilter out there with plenty of scrap … Read More...