Independent craft blog since 2007
Some crochet projects just have that instant “oh, this is going in a baby shower gift basket” feeling, and this hungry little caterpillar crochet pattern is definitely one of them.
It is bright, cheerful, soft, and wonderfully nostalgic — the … Read More...
When you’re ready to work on scrapbooking layouts for Father’s Day you’ll want to download this beautiful layered die cut wreath to include on your designs. There’s a lovely scene of an oak tree, clouds in the sky, a sun/sunflower … Read More...
A few years ago I did a post about learning activities related to butterflies, but it didn’t include butterfly crafts, so let’s take a look at some fun butterfly crafts to do alongside your butterfly unit study or for … Read More...
This Gengar-inspired crochet amigurumi pattern is a fun purple ghost-style plush project with pointed ears, little arms and legs, a balancing tail, and a needle-felted mischievous face.
If you love crocheting quirky little characters, this Gengar-inspired amigurumi is one of … Read More...
There’s something about Nordic knitting that instantly makes a project feel cosy, practical, and a little bit magical. Even if you’re not actually sitting in a snowy cabin with a pot of coffee and a basket of wool beside you, … Read More...
Sewing Pattern Saturday is where I share honest, sewist-to-sewist reviews of Etsy sewing patterns that feel wearable, well designed, and worth your time. Each week I feature an independent designer and look at how the pattern actually works in real … Read More...
Have you heard of Letterpress? It’s a way to “stamp” and de-boss on paper that leaves you with an image and a textured impression in one. Using a plate you apply ink (either with a pad or with liquid ink … Read More...
Whimsical animals with a folk art feel are what you’ll find at the Etsy shop Pigeon Coop Designs. Let’s take a closer look.
While animal projects dominate the listings on the front page, there are actually more projects categorized as … Read More...
I fear that my preference for cats over dogs is reflected in how often I write about knitting patterns that include cats (fairly often, including a vest, a stack of nesting cats, a set of cat socks with … Read More...
There is something wonderfully nostalgic about a proper vintage crochet dress pattern, especially one that feels more like a tailored garment than a quick weekend project. This Vintage Striped Afghan Stitch Dress Crochet Pattern caught my eye because it has … Read More...
Botanical cubes, cucumber–dill, peppercorns, lavender — the prettiest (and easiest) gin garnishes you’ll ever make.
Gin drinkers are a special bunch. We like things fresh, crisp, aromatic… and let’s be honest, we like a drink that looks a little bit … Read More...
It’s Freebie Friday again and this week we’re stepping straight into an old-fashioned French apothecary.
You know the kind — glass jars, handwritten labels, soft floral packaging, and advertisements promising “pure vegetable savon” and “extra fine beauty soap.”
If you … Read More...
If you like floral machine embroidery that feels bright and a little bit fancy without being too over-the-top, this free Lily Flowers embroidery design from Ann The Gran is a lovely one. It’s by Fable Kreations, comes in one … Read More...
Traci used the Let’s Scrapbook collection from Bella Blvd. to create this fun scrapbooking themed mini album. If you love to go to scrapbook classes or crops this is a fun way to capture all those fun memories with you … Read More...
Fiji is a country in the south Pacific made up of more than 330 islands — more than 100 of which are permanently inhabited — and more than 500 islets. Let’s take a closer look!
Officially the Republic … Read More...
Jake Henzler first designed knit blocks that look like buildings to commemorate his travels to Copenhagen; over time he added other cities and developed still more city blocks for the book Knit the City Building Blocks.
The book includes … Read More...
If you’ve ever stood in a craft store staring at rows of stamps and wondered, “What’s the difference between all of these?” — you’re not alone.
Over the years, stamping has evolved from simple wooden rubber blocks to clear photopolymer … Read More...
There’s something quietly satisfying about sitting down with a new quilting book and just flipping through the pages. No pressure to start a project straight away — just browsing the photos, pausing on designs … Read More...
If you’ve ever had a makeup bag ruined by a leaky foundation or a damp bathroom bench, you’ll understand immediately why terry toweling is such a good fabric choice for this project.
This handmade makeup bag is soft, absorbent, washable, … Read More...
This fun set of 10 different digital stamps has yummy BBQ designs, perfect for making cards and paper crafts for Father’s Day, outdoor party invites or Summer themed creations. There’s cute guys and girls grilling in aprons and chefs hats, … Read More...
