I feel like I am always writing about the same holidays year after year, so this year I’m going to try to add in some different ones. With that in mind, let’s learn about Waitangi Day, celebrated in New Zealand … Read More...
3 FREE Owl Coloring Pages
I love owls, my grandmother used to collect anything with an owl on it so that’s probably where my love of them started. If you also love Owls you’ll want to download these fun Owl coloring pages. There are three … Read More...
Designer Spotlight: Crossweb
Crossweb is a British Etsy shop that has a lot of holiday patterns, florals and more. Let’s take a look!
As of this writing the shop has just under 90 patterns, and they are organized into a lot of categories … Read More...
Lana Grossa – Crochet Pullover – 99cent pattern
This Crochet Pullover from the Lana Grossa Lookbook collection (available via Jimmy Beans Wool) is a great example of crochet done in a really wearable, grown-up way. No beach cover-up vibes, no oversized holes unless you want them — … Read More...
AITA for Refusing to Sew for Friends and Family for Free?
… Read More...Dear Crafty Readers,
“I love sewing. It’s my happy place. The thing I do to unwind, to feel creative, to make something with my hands.
But lately, it feels like everyone around me has decided that because I sew, I’m
Knit a Cozy Poncho with a Pretty Lace Panel
I’m not really a fan of what we would traditionally call a poncho, that big triangular fabric with a hole at the tops that’s straight out of the 1970s. They never seen to fit well or look flattering and it … Read More...
6 Valentine’s Day Scrapbook Pocket Cards to Download
While your working on your scrapbook layouts for Valentine’s Day you might want to download this beautiful collection of six different pocket cards to slip into your pocket pages. These FREE journaling cards can also be used as embellishments, they’d … Read More...
Learn About Dominican Republic for Kids
The Dominican Republic (which is not the same as Dominica) is a country on the Caribbean island of Hispaniola, which it shares with Haiti.
Dominican Republic Basics
It’s the second largest country in the Antilles by area at 18,792 … Read More...
7 Air Fryer Donut Recipes You Can Make at Home (Including Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free and Vegan Options)
There’s something wonderfully nostalgic about cinnamon sugar donuts. They remind me of school fetes, bakery windows, market stalls, and that very dangerous moment when you tell yourself you’ll only have one… and then suddenly three have vanished.
The best part? … Read More...
Flip the Bird Crochet Pattern – A Cheeky Make for When Polite Just Won’t Do
Sometimes crochet doesn’t have to be sweet, sentimental, or gift-appropriate… sometimes it just needs attitude. And that’s exactly what the Flip the Bird Crochet Pattern delivers. This is one of those patterns that makes you laugh out loud the moment … Read More...
Round Yoke Sweater Tee pattern from Lana Grossa for 99cents
This is one of those patterns I didn’t even plan on clicking… and then suddenly I’m zooming in, admiring the texture, and thinking, well for that price, why not?
This Round Yoke Sweater Tee from Lana Grossa is currently on … Read More...
How to Make Valentine’s Day Lady Bug Shaker Cards
Marine used products from Pretty Pink Posh to create some wonderful Lady Bug Shaker cards for Valentine’s Day. She used trendy colors like teal, pink and red for her color scheme, creating two different cards mixing that color combo. She … Read More...
Bulky House Sock Knitting Patterns
I love socks worked in any weight of yarn, but when it’s really cold out I want to wear (and knit!) chunky socks that I can wear around the house. They’re almost like slippers but still shaped like socks … Read More...
A Peek into the History of Variegated Cross Stitch Thread
The history of cross stitch thread is honestly not something I have given much thought to. Of course it probably started with a few basic, solid colors that over time developed into more (and more) colors and eventually some … Read More...
Recycled Empty Deodorant Bottles – Paint Holders For Little Hands
Okay, confession time: I’ve been saving my empty roll-on deodorant bottles for months. You know when something just feels too useful to throw away? That was me, standing over the bathroom bin, thinking, “Surely these have a second life … Read More...
Free Pattern – Felted Sailor Slippers (Crochet and Felted)
I’ve made a lot of slippers over the years, but these Felted Sailor Slippers are the ones that actually get worn until they’re threadbare. They’ve got that classic striped, almost nautical look before felting… and after a spin through the … Read More...
DIY Pizza Shop Chair Slipcover (With a No-Sew Option Too)
If your kids are desperate for a play kitchen but you’re sh
ort on space (or patience for giant plastic toys), this Pizza Shop Chair Slipcover is one of those ridiculously satisfying DIYs. You’re turning an everyday dining chair into … Read More...
12 Winter Kids Scrapbook Layouts
Winter brings out a special kind of magic for kids — from bundled-up outdoor play and school holiday fun to quiet indoor moments spent crafting, reading, or snuggling in from the cold. These everyday winter memories are often the ones … Read More...
Teaching the Art of Soap Making: A Guide to Hosting Successful Workshops
Soap making is not only a delightful craft but also a skill that can be shared and taught to others. If you’re passionate about soap making and want to spread your knowledge, hosting soap-making workshops can be a rewarding endeavor. … Read More...
Easy Valentine’s Day Crafts
There are so many ideas for Valentine’s Day crafts out there, but this year I wanted to keep it simple. Let’s look at some cute and fun Valentine’s Day crafts kids can do in the classroom or at home.
A … Read More...