I was able to make this crocheted shower pouffe in about 30-40 minutes. I chose to make these shower poofs in happy spring-y colors. I made the pink one with just one cotton pad layer. It’s a good weight to … Read More...
Tons of Resources for Schooling at Home
There have been so many companies that have stepped up with free resources or discounted rates on services to help parents who unexpectedly have kids at home right now. Rather than try to list them all here, there’s an fantastic … Read More...
Knit a Simple Scrunchie to Use Some Stash
These days I think we’re all thinking about using the yarn and other supplies we already have at home (even as we want to support the yarn and fiber arts community) and small projects that use leftovers from other … Read More...
Homemade Breadmaker Recipes
These amazing breadmaker recipe roundup has been curated by Ashley from Frugalcouponliving.com
Making fresh bread doesn’t need to be hard- supermarkets carry premix that you add straight into the breadmaker
to knead and bake for you at the press of … Read More...
Squishy Egg Ami crochet pattern
If you’re anything like me, you can’t have enough squishy pillows/ amis to decorate with. I love having some for any season and I love being able to throw them around the couch to express my “personal style.” It’s just … Read More...
Kids Captain’s Log Covid Planner Homeschool Writing Activity
The captain’s log theme makes them feel like they’re really part of the team, reporting back on their daily habits — it seems to help keep them occupied and informed and this printable can be purchased via Etsy.
*** INCLUDES … Read More...
Editable Home School Daily Planner Chart
Found yourself suddenly homeschooling? You’re not alone! Make the day run smoother with this easy to edit and personalize Home School Daily Planner. Customize the times, activities and descriptions as needed! Available to purchase via
Tips for Using Basic Shapes on Cards
Basic shapes like squares, rectangles, circles and ovals are the building blocks of design. But that doesn’t mean they have to be simple or boring, they can take center stage too. Ellen Hutson calls them Essential Shapes and they can … Read More...
A Subversive Cross Stitch Pattern for Our Times
I know not everyone loves salty language in their cross-stitch patterns, but right now this feels appropriate.
Subversive Cross Stitch has a free download to encourage people to stay home that’s about, well, staying home.
Bonus: You won’t be touching … Read More...
Free sewing pattern: Bunny ear headband in 2 sizes
Craft Passion has a free sewing pattern you can use to create these cute bunny ear headbands. These plush headbands are made with elastic in them so they’re comfortable while also fitting snug to stay on. The free sewing pattern … Read More...
Unicorn Mini Album
Tamara used a fun Unicorn stamp from CC Deigns for the cover on her cute mini album. Inside are pink and white polka dots and plaid pages for photos.
Visit the Handmade by Tamara blog for a closer look.
-Heather… Read More...
DIY Felt Flower: Marguerite Daisy
These pretty little felt Marguerite Daisies are a little time consuming but they turn out so very neat. Using a cutting machine can speed things up a bit and you can download a free SVG file here. There are so … Read More...
How to stiffen felt for creative felt projects
Whether you use new felt or recycled wool felted sweaters being able to make it stiff to create dimensional projects can come in handy. Pop on over to the blog Twisted Notions for 4 ways to stiffen felt for creative … Read More...
Easy Dyed Easter Egg Design
My family really gets into dyeing Easter eggs. Despite being a crafter, I am not very successful at dyeing Easter eggs. I’ve tried using a wax crayon to create designs. I’ve tried using rubber bands to create designs. Last year … Read More...
Washi Tape Grid Layout
A grid design can help add sections to your layout to add embellishments, photos and journaling. Paige Taylor Evans used different patterns of washi tape to create a grid design and in the case it also adds lots of color, … Read More...
6 All Over Repeat Pattern Coloring Pages
These all over pattern coloring pages would be perfect for backgrounds on cards, scrapbook pages or even wrapping paper. Print, color and trim them to fit your next paper crafting project. There are 6 patterns to choose from and they … Read More...
Knit Something New: Spring Knitty is Here
If you’re home and looking for a new knitting project, or, you know, it’s Tuesday and you’re looking for a new knitting project, a new edition of Knitty just dropped. It’s a little small — just 10 patterns and a … Read More...
Staying Home? Check out these Virtual Field Trips
While so many kids are home as a result of the covid-19 outbreak, lots of people are pulling together resources and sharing information to help us keep our kids entertained and learning at home.
One fun thing to do while … Read More...
INFO: COVID 19 Shutdowns and What They Mean For Your Handmade Business
Coronavirus is effecting handmade businesses already with people spending their spare cash on more important things, you know like 100 rolls of toilet paper and 5 litres of hand sanitizer. So what does this mean for your Handmade business?
It … Read More...
Ribbon Embroidery Kit – Lovely Flowers Breath of Tendernes
New sealed ribbon embroidery kit “Breath of Tenderness” by Russian Manufacture Panna. High-quality fabric and threads.
Size of the picture: 7.48in * 7.48in (19 * 19cm)
The kit contains:
– printed fabric
– cotton threads 8 colors
– … Read More...