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The Big Book of Beading Patterns
is the go-to compendium of patterns for all types of stitchers. Many pattern books focus solely on loomwork, but this book also includes popular stitches like peyote, brick, and square stitch in addition to … Read More...
This tutorial shows you how to wet felt two different flower designs. The photo tutorial is easy to follow and perfect for anyone who is starting out in wet felting. These wet felted flowers can be used as embellishments for … Read More...
Pinecones, Pine cones, or Conifer cones are perfect for crafting. They are nature’s little Christmas craft item and they are perfect for decorating.
Pine cones are often associated with the fall season and Christmas, but did you know that these … Read More...
In this card tutorial, Cheiron Brandon uses colors from our specially curated Fall Archival Ink Bundle along with the A Million Thanks Wendy Vecchi MAKE ART Stamp, Stencil and Die Set to create a fall inspired thank you card. See … Read More...
This free quilting tutorial is for a gummy bear quilt. I mean can it be any more amazing than that? I know a certain young teen that would love this quilt for her bed and if I can squeze in … Read More...
As the year comes to a close, we’re all looking for ways to make the transition into the new year a little more special and meaningful. What better way to do that than by involving the whole family in some … Read More...
This baby blanket pattern is from the book Mile A Minute baby blankets, There are 6 patterns in the downloadable E-book.
This Crochet mile a minute (one of the fastest ways to make blankets) is from Annie’s Original Mile-A-Minute Baby … Read More...
If you are a bit of a fabric hoarder like Claudia and myself then the chances are you have a whole lot of colour coded baggies of scraps of fabric just desperate to be used. This tutorial by CreatewithClaudia shows … Read More...
Add another ornament to your “to stitch” list! Family and friends will ooh and aah over your festive holiday creation! Finished size: stitch count: 97H x 58W; design size: 4 1/2″ x 2 2/3″. Design originally published in Just CrossStitch … Read More...
This quilted Checkerboard is so cute and the perfect handmade and quilted gift for Christmas time. You could sew up a matching bag for this game and use it as stocking fillers for young and old. This checkerboard can be … Read More...
This longline cardigan will keep you snug throughout those cooler evenings. This pattern has been designed by Sari Nordlund using the yarn Novita Nordic Wool which is a versatile yarn that’s perfect for traditional colourwork knittings, timeless classics, and modern … Read More...
These Christmas gift tags are all made using clay, not all of them are polymer clay
some are made using Air drying clay.
But they can all be adapted for either polymer clay or the air drying clay. For a … Read More...
They’re luscious and gorgeous at the same time. This e-book contains Five great designs. Soft-to-the-touch elegance. If you haven’t given it a try, here’s your perfect opportunity to try your hand at the Afghan stitch. This book is available for … Read More...
These adorable wood block DIY snowman ornaments are easy and inexpensive to make using supplies from the dollar store. These are an amazing, easy and quick ornament to add to your Christmas Tree, to make it just that little bit … Read More...
These quilled designs are simple to make yet add beautiful detail to any card. Use these quilling techniques for cards, other paper crafts and so much more. The 4 cards include designs for a birthday, sympathy and just because. These … Read More...
A sewing machine cover is one of those wonderfully practical sewing projects that makes your craft space look neater while quietly protecting the hardest-working machine in the room. Because let’s be honest, our sewing machines put up with a lot … Read More...
These layered paper ornaments are made from Christmas gift wrap 
and the reverse side is as pretty as the front. These ornaments are a stunning addition to your Christmas Tree and are sure to impress.
See the video here
Worked from tip to tip, it grows into a triangular piece by increasing 1 st at the beginning of each RS row.
The shawl is worked in stockinette stitch featuring lace outside panel. You can purchase this shawl pattern via … Read More...
Two colors of variegated floss and a sparkling metallic braid shimmer delightfully atop white fabric in this magical holiday design. This project will have you finessing your specialty stitches and creating an heirloom at the same time. Finished size: stitch … Read More...
Inspire anyone’s holiday wishes with these two angelic plastic canvas ladies!
These lovely designs are made using 7-count plastic canvas
and worsted-weight yarn. Angels can be made any color and embellished as desired. Finished Size: 5″ across x 7″T.… Read More...