There is something wonderfully ridiculous about a crochet frog with legs three times longer than its body.
A traditional amigurumi frog is cute, of course, but give that same frog a pair of dangling legs and suddenly it has an … Read More...
AITA for Not Wanting to Teach Sewing to Everyone Who Asks?
… Read More...Dear Crafty Readers,
“I’ve been sewing long enough that people now treat it like a personality trait instead of a skill.
Somewhere along the way, ‘you sew’ turned into ‘you should teach.’
Friends mention it casually. Family assumes it. Coworkers
Book Review: The Ultimate Sashiko Sourcebook
If you are drawn to the calm, graphic beauty of sashiko stitching, The Ultimate Sashiko Sourcebook is the sort of book that immediately jumps off the shelf. The cover alone is enough to make a stitcher pause for a proper … Read More...
12 Adorable Axolotl Crochet Patterns To Make
There are some animals that seem almost too wonderfully odd to be real, and the axolotl is certainly one of them. With those feathery little gills, tiny feet and permanently cheerful expression, it is hardly surprising that axolotl crochet patterns … Read More...
12 Beginner-Friendly Quilt Blocks That Are Perfect for Scraps
If you’re a beginner quilter with a scrap pile that’s starting to look like a small fabric landfill, you’re in the right place. The easiest way to build confidence is to sew quilt blocks that don’t demand perfection — the … Read More...
Crochet Pokémon Cards Are the Collectible Crossover Crafters Cannot Resist
Just when you think the worlds of crochet and Pokémon cannot possibly become any more adorable, along comes a trading card featuring a tiny crocheted character sitting in its own handmade little world.
These crochet Pokémon cards are real, officially … Read More...
12 Easy Sewing Projects To Make With Fat Quarters
If your fabric stash looks anything like mine, there is probably a pile of fat quarters somewhere that started out as “just one cute bundle” and somehow turned into a whole little fabric library. No judgement here. I have absolutely … Read More...
Ranunculus Knitting Pattern: Why Knitters Keep Making This Famous Sweater
Every so often, a knitting pattern becomes so popular that it feels as though every knitter has either made one, queued one or quietly added yarn to their basket while insisting they are “just looking.”
The Ranunculus knitting pattern by … Read More...
12 Free Cable Knit Sweater Patterns for a Cosy Handmade Wardrobe
There is something nostalgic and reassuring about a cable knit sweater. Perhaps it is the way those twisting stitches look as though they have been keeping people warm for generations, or perhaps it is simply the promise of a proper … Read More...
How To Make A Recycled Bottle Cap Planter From An Empty Tin Can
There are two types of people in this world: people who throw bottle caps straight into the bin, and crafters who look at them and think, “Hmm… I could probably make something with those.”
This recycled bottle cap planter is … Read More...
Unisex Crochet Slouch Hat – A Beginner-Friendly Crochet Pattern You Can Actually Finish
If you are looking for an easy crochet slouchy hat pattern for beginners, this one from CraftBits is a great place to start. It is a simple unisex crochet hat worked in rows, then joined into a tube and gathered … Read More...
15 Irresistible Chocolate And Date Recipes For Naturally Sweet Treats
There are certain ingredient pairings that simply make sense, and chocolate and dates are right up there with tea and biscuits, yarn and a comfortable chair, or me and buying craft supplies I absolutely did not go into the shop … Read More...
15 Free Poncho Knitting Patterns for Babies, Children and Adults
Ponchos are one of those wonderfully forgiving knitting projects that manage to be practical, cosy and rather stylish all at once. There are no sleeves to set in, fewer fit worries than you encounter with a traditional sweater, and plenty … Read More...
Free 4×6 Free Printable Chevron Backgrounds for Cardmaking – 5 Modern Designs
If you love clean, modern cardmaking, this brand-new set of Chevron Printable Backgrounds is going to become one of your most-used crafting essentials. Chevrons are bold, geometric, and incredibly versatile, making them perfect for everything from masculine cards to kids’ … Read More...
How to Paint a Fabric Chair: 10 DIY Tutorials for Budget Furniture Makeovers
If you have ever looked at an old upholstered chair and thought, “I love the shape but that fabric has to go,” this is one of those surprisingly satisfying makeover rabbit holes to fall into. Painting a fabric chair is … Read More...
15 Above Kitchen Cabinet Decor Ideas That Make Your Kitchen Look Finished
If you have that awkward gap between the top of your kitchen cabinets and the ceiling, you are definitely not alone. It is one of those spaces that can either make a kitchen feel beautifully styled or like there is … Read More...
18 Menopause-Friendly Sewing Patterns And Projects For Hot Flushes, Night Sweats And Everyday Comfort
I have reached the stage of life where getting dressed is less about asking, “Does this make me look stylish?” and more about, “Can I remove it quickly when my internal thermostat suddenly thinks I am standing on the surface … Read More...
10 Modern Rainbow Scrapbook Layout Templates for Single Photos
There’s something wonderfully uplifting about rainbow-themed scrapbook pages — they add instant joy, a sense of hope, and that lovely feeling of “better days ahead.” But not everyone wants the classic curved rainbow we all grew up drawing in kindergarten. … Read More...
15 Winnie The Pooh Crochet Patterns Featuring Pooh Bear, Eeyore, Tigger And Friends
There are certain childhood characters that never really leave us, are there? Winnie the Pooh and his friends seem to wander quietly from one generation to the next, appearing in well-loved storybooks, nursery decorations, handmade toys and blankets tucked around … Read More...
Easy Diagonal Knit Dishcloth Patterns for Beginners
There is something wonderfully satisfying about knitting a dishcloth from one tiny corner and watching it grow row by row. You begin with only a handful of stitches, add a few simple increases, and before long there is a neat … Read More...