Christmas is almost here and 2015 is just around the corner! Pretty soon we’ll be making new years resolutions, Either towards your life or towards your crafting. I wanted to showcase some of the things I think will be trendy … Read More...
Centenarian Credits Knitting for Longevity
Dody Patterson is 104 years old and lives in Eugene, Ore. She learned to knit when she was 7, during World War I.
“I just love it, because it keeps my hands and arms and shoulders exercised,” she told … Read More...
Crochet Shorts for Men
Wow, just wow! Etsy brings out the best and umm.. the worse in crafters :). These crochet shorts for men maybe one of those things.
(Updated) What do food banks need the most?
Food banks are non-profit organizations that collect and distribute food to people in need. They work to address food insecurity, which is the lack of access to enough food for an active, healthy life.
Food banks usually receive donations of … Read More...
Detroit Needs a Yarn Store
Detroit has a lot of problems, but one that didn’t occur to me until I read a story in the Detroit News is that the city lacks a yarn store. City Knits closed in 2012, and the only options … Read More...
Why moms are always exhausted…
I totally agree with this! Even when my kids are completely occupied I just can’t shut off a part of my brain.
Keeping them safe, happy, fed and educated is exhausting. The writer says it better than I can (and … Read More...
You’ve Got to See Japan’s Awesome Stamp Story, 12 Years in the Making
As you probably know, Japan traditionally uses a zodiac calendar in which each year is represented by an animal, and the animals repeat every 12 years. One of the traditions that goes with marking the new year is sending new … Read More...
Suits made from Ugly Christmas Sweaters
This Ugly Christmas Sweaters phase doesn’t seem to be dying down. At least, all those sweaters that you dumped at the back of the cupboard are fashionably cool again, right?
We now have a company that makes men’s suits out … Read More...
Should you shop on Thanksgiving?
Did you know that Costco doesn’t open on Thanksgiving day? To me, it seems like the right thing to do. Thanksgiving is all about family and spending time with your loved ones.
You can give shopping a break on at … Read More...
Let Freedom Ring – Charity Purchase
I am not going to pretend to know much about this charity or there cause. But I do know this – If you buy this ring for $26 and $13 from every sale goes directly to help rescue people from … Read More...
Get a Great Deal on Patterns with the Indie Design Gift-a-Long
This year nearly 300 independent knit and crochet designers are participating in a massive show of creativity known as the Indie Design Gift-a-Long. Select patterns from each of these designers are on sale for 25 percent off now through Nov. … Read More...
Cute and Funny Scrapbook Un-Boxing Video
Ever wondered what it would be like if it was your family un-boxing your newly arrived scrapbook kit or purchases? In this video The Trophy Husband, who is color blind, and somewhat clueless about scrapbooking, un-boxes his wife’s Studio Calico … Read More...
Funky Finds Holiday Shopping Experience this weekend!
This weekend is the Funky Finds Holiday Shopping Experience! If you live around Fort Worth, be sure to hop on over and go shopping + support other indie artists!
Saturday, November 15th, 10am-5pm AND Sunday, November 16th, 11am-4pm
Will Rogers … Read More...
Winner of book: A Healing Heart
Congratulations goes to Sharon for having the winning comment for my book giveaway. She was commenter 9, selected using Random.org. She will receive a copy of A Healing Heart by Angela Breidenbach. I’ve contacted Sharon privately with the news. I … Read More...
Winner of book: A Grand Design
Congratulations goes to Lea for having the winning comment for my book giveaway. She was commenter 2, selected from Random.org. She will receive a copy of A Grand Design by Amber Stockton. I’ve contacted Lea privately with the news. I … Read More...
Go on a quilting cruise
Not just quilting, but knitting as well.
It seems like a dream vacation to me. Quilt and Knit along with many industry experts while you cruise along to Alaska for 8 fun filled days. What could be better than that?… Read More...
Christmas (Beauty) Gift Guide Ideas
Christmas is coming up and we are always looking for gifts that are just a little but different than all the rest. Forget the usual store bought ideas and check out some of these handmade delights. We also threw in … Read More...
DIY Geometric Paper Masks For Halloween
Not only are these masks super inexpensive, they are highly functional, and are easy to make.
These paper masks are of an amazing quality. Look at the details!
Artist Steve Wintercroft provides the plans and the instructions enable you to … Read More...
Incredible Yarn Bombing Pictures
I wasn’t aware of the crochet artist London Kaye before today. And it’s a shame. Her crochet is great, but when she combines it with yarn bombing the work takes on another dimension.
Incredibly, London Kaye is also a classically … Read More...
How to whiten teeth at home
Here is a good idea! To whiten your teeth naturally, you need only some basic stuff that might already be around your house. And most of it is natural stuff.
The ideas are presented by Dr. Josh Axe, a decently … Read More...