This gold tassel tutorial actually is part of a kit, but don’t despair if you can’t get the kit in time for your big event, you know that little one coming up called NEW YEAR’S EVE. You can use what … Read More...
Cross-stitch really can be addicitive. Is it your drug?
I am sure at some point we have thought that our craft may be more than a hobby but an addiction. But this news story really puts “crafting is like a drug” to a whole new level. Oxycodone pills concealed … Read More...
Style Me Quick – DIY Gold Maxi
This Maxi skirt is sure to get you out of a bingle if you’re still throwing things onto your wardrobe floor trying to find something to wear. Jump out of your rut and into a fabric store and grab some … Read More...
Style Me Quick – New Year’s Eve Dress Up
What’s your New Year’s Eve Style? Is it glitter glam or stylish and chic? Or are you like me and aim for comfort, I like to dress up, I love dresses I just don’t like them on me LOL. … Read More...
Free Pattern – Wristlets
I am going to take you on a little journey for this free pattern. You see Dada’s place is the creater of the amazing color combination and photo above and you HAVE to go visit her blog because the crochet … Read More...
DIY – Confetti Crown
Do you want to feel like a princess on New Year’s Eve but don’t have the budget like one? Then create this DIY confetti crown to celebrate and bring in the New Year. It’s kinda a cute and glam at … Read More...
DIY – Kids Firework Ring
The kids shouldn’t feel left out from all the glitz and glamour of New Years Eve with this easy to make sparkle ring. The kids will have loads of fun making it as well as wearing it. For the full … Read More...
New Year’s Resolutions – The ones you should make
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...