Another year is about to pass and like most people, we are wishing it farewell!
Hoping that next year will be better or at the very least different. I don’t think most of us have actually had a crappy year … Read More...
Interview with Satsuma Street
Cross-stitching.com interviewed Jody Rice from Satsumastreet in this interesting snapshot article. What do you do when you can’t find a design yourself well I guess you start your own company and create our own designs. Jody’s pieces are amazing and … Read More...
Jewelry Project For The New Year
Let’s make some crafting resolutions for 2015. I found this roundup from another year but unless you completed it all it’s still going to be worthy of a mention. Start by planning out your crafting schedule. How much time will … Read More...
Your Christmas closeups could save your child
Your Christmas closeups and red eye photos are worth a whole lot more than you think. See the white cloudy area reflecting back in the photo above? It’s not normal and needs to be checked out. Violet Sage shares her … Read More...
Free Pattern – New Years Eve Fascinator
Can’t find the right fascinator for your New Years Eve party? Then how about making your own. By making your own you get total control of design and color scheme. The pattern and tutorial for this Fascinator can be found … Read More...
DIY Rock Salt Ear Infection Remedy
I have been fortunate enough to have only one bout of ear infection with my two children (touch wood). I had never heard of this remedy but next time myself or my child is wriggling in pain I will definitely … Read More...
Fluffy Crochet Alpaca
This adorable little fellow/lady is from Cute Critter Crochet: 30 of the Most Adorable Projects Ever and this one certainly is adorable! It is actually made from Alpaca wool which kinda makes it even cuter. The free tutorial can be … Read More...
Style Me Quick – NYE Bow Clutch
If you are planning on wearing a LBD this New Years Eve then show of your style with a splash of color with this oversized Bow Clutch. The Bow is places loosely so you can slip your hand in for … Read More...
Free pattern – YoYo Throw
If you’re lucky enough to be curled up on the couch like this lovely lady then you just might have some time to crochet this beautiful Yo Yo style throw blanket. Personally I don’t like the combination of these colors … Read More...
Free Pattern – Champagne Glasses
I know Christmas has not even passed yet and already we are talking about the New Year. Forgive me for racing past it but if you want to start making something then we have to get in early. These Champagne … Read More...
How To Deal With Christmas Stress
Christmas is a crazy time of year, so much to do and so much expected of us. But maybe just maybe you need to take a moment to breathe. We found this article filled with 5 simple steps to beating … Read More...
Free Embroidery Pattern – Wandering Christmas Camel
This wandering camel may be wandering around a little too close to Christmas but just because all the gifts are bought wrapped and labelled. They are right? Doesn’t mean you can’t work on Christmas projects. If there is one thing … Read More...
Vintage Buttons and Wire Wrapping
Vintage buttons have bee used in jewelry for the past couple of years but each season the style of which they are used is changed. This simple one button style is perfect for those not wanting to make a huge … Read More...
Style Me Quick – Lattice Tote
Don’t have time to throw on some style in the mornings? then grab this lattice tote bag and instantly look the part. It’s great for a day at the shops or lugging around paperwork to and from the office. Easy … Read More...
Free Pattern – Vintage Star Bag
I’m absolutely enamored with this vintage star pattern—it’s the epitome of Bohemian chic! If you’ve been following my blog, you’ll know that the Bohemian gypsy aesthetic is making a significant comeback in the fashion world. Incorporating such timeless designs into … Read More...
Felted Creche
This sweet little creche is by Mollie Johanson and is part of her handmade Christmas ornament series. The stitching is simple in design making it suitable for beginners. . Go to Mollie’s Wild Olive tute for more details. This would … Read More...
Free Crochet Pattern – Shopping Bag
I am not sure what looks better, the veggies, the fruit, the bread or the bag. This bag is perfect for gift giving as well as personal use. It scrunches up small so can fit into a hand bag or … Read More...
Style Me Quick – NYE Clutch Knockoff
If your New Years Eve party is going to be rocking but you are totally out of cash after that little thing called Christmas , Then this is the DIY for you. This little clutch is a Alexander Mcqueen Knockoff … Read More...
Free Cross Stitch – Singing tree
This little fellow is sure to make you smile. Especially when we tell you that the tutorial is free. Do you still have time to stitch this up? Quick don’t just sit there get to it.
Free Pattern can be … Read More...
DIY Felt Embroided Necklaces
This tutorial started out as a Breast Cancer Pink October awareness campaign, however I love the contrasting colors and vivid pink felt. These would be perfect project for teens or tweens who know basic stitches. Create a tutorial and create … Read More...