Garter stitch is an unsung (by many people) workhorse of knitting. It’s so easy to knit and quite meditative, and I love the chunky texture of the waves of garter stitch ridges.
But just because it’s easy doesn’t mean everything … Read More...
How to Make Your First Quilt for Absolute Beginners (Step-by-Step Guide That Actually Makes Sense)
Let’s be honest.
Making your first quilt feels like signing up for something slightly bigger than you expected.
You start with, “I just want to try quilting,” and suddenly you’re googling seam allowances, batting loft, and wondering why there are … Read More...
Market Bag With A Twist – Free Crochet Pattern
I’m always on the lookout for crochet projects that are actually useful — the kind you grab without thinking when you head out the door — and this Market Bag With a Twist free pattern from Jimmy Beans Wool ticks … Read More...
Free Felting Tutorial Friday: How to Felt Long Fur
This week’s Free Felting Tutorial Friday features a beautiful and in-depth guide by Fit To Be Loved showing you how to create realistic long fur on your needle felted animals.
If you’ve ever admired felted sculptures with soft, flowing coats … Read More...
St. Patrick’s Day Mini Album
Connie used the Lucky Me collection of products from Doodlebug to create this fabulous St. Patrick’s Day Mini Album project. The cover is clear acetate and the pages are cut from 4 different sheets of 12″ x 12″ double sided … Read More...
Book Review: Sparrow’s Easter Garden
For religious people, Easter isn’t just about the one day of celebration, it’s a whole season that can include Lent, the 40 days before Easter that are a time of reflection and sacrifice.
Sparrow’s Easter Garden by Roger Hutchison and … Read More...
How to Sew a Polka Dot Gym Bag That Actually Gets Used
I’ve sewn a lot of bags over the years, and if I’m honest, most of them end up being “too nice” to use. This one doesn’t. This polka dot gym bag is sturdy, washable, roomy, and practical enough to be … Read More...
4 FREE Sketched Easter Digital Stamps
These four darling Easter digital stamps have a hand sketched feel to them, they look like they belong in a story book, don’t they? This collection of digi designs include a floral wreath with “Happy Easter” sentiment, two patterned Easter … Read More...
Play with Intarsia to Make a Scarf or Hood
I’m a big fan of graphic knitting patterns and projects that look more complicated than they really are. Both are true of the Rust & Rhythm scarf and hood (she calls it a bonnet, but it’s a hood to me) … Read More...
Designer Spotlight: Snail Fishes Stitches
I usually try to come up with some kind of overarching statement about a cross stitch pattern shop to open these posts, but all I’ve got here is that Snail Fishes Stitches is just fun. If you don’t like fun, … Read More...
Hogwarts Acceptance Letter Bag – Free Crochet Pattern for Harry Potter Fans
If you’ve ever dreamed of receiving your very own Hogwarts letter, here’s the next best thing! Our sister site CraftBits has shared a free crochet pattern for a Hogwarts Acceptance Letter Cross-Body Bag, and it’s every bit as magical … Read More...
Banishing Negativity Body Scrub: A Spell Ritual to Reset Your Energy
There are days when you just feel off—like you’ve picked up someone else’s bad mood or a string of energy-draining vibes have clung to you. Whether you’ve been around toxic people, experienced emotional burnout, or you just feel the need … Read More...
Making a Wet Felted Flower with Peter – Spry Whimsy Fiber Arts
If you’ve ever admired those soft, sculptural felted blooms and wondered how they’re made, this Wet Felted Flower Tutorial from Spry Whimsy Fiber Arts is a joy to watch and even more fun to make
In this easygoing and informative … Read More...
12 Scrapbook Layouts with Photo Strips Inspiration
Aline’s tall thin layout is perfect for long photobooth inspired strips. Black and white or sepia tones not only stand out against the pretty floral patterns but they also harken back to real photo booth pictures. She accented her design … Read More...
Denim Thread 101: Why Yours Keeps Breaking (And How to Fix It)
The Snapping Thread Nightmare (And How to End It)
I’ll never forget the first time I made a denim jacket. Three hours in, my thread kept snapping like cheap twine. After ruining two needles and nearly throwing my machine out … Read More...
Easter Bunny Themed Learning Activities
Bring a little of the Easter (or spring) fun into the classroom with these Easter bunny learning activities. And be sure to check out these bunny learning activities for more Easter fun, and resources for learning about real rabbits… Read More...
12 Handmade Easter Egg Card Ideas
I love the yellow and pink color combo on Brenda’s lovely Easter Egg card! She stenciled Tulips on the base panel, placed a die cut piece of vellum over top with her die cut egg that has stenciled polka dots. … Read More...
How to Make a Gorgeous Boho Dreamcatcher
If you’re looking to add a touch of boho charm to your space, a DIY Boho Dreamcatcher is the perfect project! Dreamcatchers are not only beautiful, but they also bring a calming, peaceful vibe to any room. This step-by-step guide … Read More...
Bunny Cross Stitch Patterns For Easter
I’ve done a collection of Easter bunny cross stitch patterns before, but I wanted this selection to be less seasonal so you can stitch them up and keep them on display through the spring and summer.
I love this set … Read More...
Easter Sock Knitting Patterns
Looking to knit something for Easter that’s totally different from your traditional baskets and eggs? Why not knit some Easter socks? Of course bunnies don’t have to be for Easter; these are all socks you can wear all spring long … Read More...