Counting Puddles is an Etsy shop that doesn’t have a huge selection of cross stitch patterns, but it does have some printables that might be relevant at the time of year that I am writing this.
Most of the patterns … Read More...
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by Sarah White
Counting Puddles is an Etsy shop that doesn’t have a huge selection of cross stitch patterns, but it does have some printables that might be relevant at the time of year that I am writing this.
Most of the patterns … Read More...
Do you remember when we were kids and made fun little mailboxes for our desks and would pass out Valentine’s Day cards to our classmates? This still happens in many schools and would also be a fun work activity for … Read More...
by Sarah White
Burkina Faso is a landlocked country in western Africa that was called the Republic of Upper Volta until 1984, when it was renamed by its president, Thomas Sankara, who came to power following a coup (and was himself killed during … Read More...
Introducing the Zorana Tunic, a crochet pattern that allows you to infuse your style with a touch of handmade elegance. If you’ve already mastered the basics of crochet and are ready to tackle a more intermediate-level project, this tunic is … Read More...
The Quilt Builder Card Deck Set #3 offers endless possibilities for quilting enthusiasts. With 40 new block designs and eight inspiring layouts, creativity knows no bounds. Each card, measuring 4″ x 4″, features a grayscale illustration of a quilt block … Read More...
This adorable Winter layout has so many shades of blue from pastel to navy with lots of different patterns too for a very dynamic layout. In the center is a little polar bear on an iceberg scene with sentiments, journaling … Read More...
This is a fun project whether you use traditional decoupage methods or you try using the iron technique. I plan on trying the ironing decoupage technique because I never seem to be able to get the wrinkles out. Pop on … Read More...
by Sarah White
Lunar New Year for 2025 marks the beginning of the year of the snake. Snakes are intelligent and strong-willed, and they can be sneaky and jealous. Let’s celebrate the year of the snake with some fun cross stitch patterns!
This … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
With cold weather here, it’s scarf season. I used to never wear scarves but this last year or so I’ve come to love them. I wear a scarf or cowl nearly every day. The extra layers of fabric around my … Read More...
After finishing the Granny Squares Sweater, I can say it’s quickly become a go-to piece in my closet! This pattern combines vintage charm with a fun, modern twist. The colorful granny squares are not only nostalgic but bring a … Read More...
These cool cards from Laura are a throw back to the 70’s with groovy, colorful die cut letters that spell Love, backed with vellum. The background uses a wavy heart stenciled for ink blending and dry embossing. Watch her … Read More...
by Sarah White
Brioche knitting is a fun technique that’s relatively easy once you know how it works. It’s been popular for a few years now as a way to make a super squishy, warm knit fabric that looks dramatic even in it’s … Read More...
by Sarah White
Why We Eat Fried Peanuts by Zed Zha, illustrated by Sian James, tells a sweet story of a woman’s kindness and the family that remembers her.
A child asks her father why they eat fried peanuts for Lunar New Year, … Read More...
Discover the perfect crochet pattern to create an adorable and interactive playtime experience for your little one with the Construction Set Tool Belt and Hard Hat pattern by SweetPotato3Patterns! This delightful pattern allows you to crochet a charming tool belt … Read More...
With the New Year here it’s a fun time to think about monthly projects like calendars, planners, traveler’s notebooks, journals and scrapbooks. If you’re wanting to capture the feel of each month try using images and colors that evoke … Read More...
If you’re looking for a fun, practical crochet project, the Red Heart Crochet Granny Cross-Body Bag is a perfect choice. I’ve actually made two of these as gifts, and they turned out wonderfully! The design combines the classic granny square … Read More...
The latest release from Lawn Fawn features lots of adorable Pandas. Samantha used several Pandas hanging out in a Bamboo grove celebrating a belated birthday for a fun interactive card.
When the tab at the top is pulled a Panda … Read More...
This lovely “Home is Where the Heart Is” die cut is perfect for so many different styles of layout. You can make it large to fill almost the entire page, like Nathalie did here, or make it smaller for a … Read More...
by Sarah White
I know it hasn’t been actual winter in the Northern Hemisphere for that long, but as soon as we get past the holidays the weight of how much winter we have left to deal with starts to get to me. … Read More...
It so fun when you can find a new use for something that is totally unexpected. That is just the case with this adorable little locket project. I did give you a clue in the title. Pop on over to … Read More...