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Introducing the Lace Squares Crochet Stitch Tutorial – a stunning lace stitch pattern that adds elegance and sophistication to any crochet project. Whether you’re an experienced crocheter or just starting out, this tutorial will guide you through the steps to … Read More...
If you’re someone who loves supporting Etsy designers, this bundle has that lovely small-shop feel while still looking polished and very on trend. The Blue Chinoiserie Easter Embroidery Bundle from CraftopiaByLH includes 30+ Easter embroidery designs and is sold as … Read More...
Wow, how amazing is the cover of this Farmhouse mini album project from Sabaa!? For the cover she designed a 3D barn by adjusted a barn box and shortened it to fit on the cover without sticking out too far. … Read More...
Sunflowers have that magical ability to make just about any project feel happier. They’re warm, a little nostalgic, and somehow manage to work for everything from summer cards to sympathy projects. If you’re someone who reaches for florals again and … Read More...
If you have ever looked at your fabric stash and thought, surely I can do something good with all of this, then sewing for charities might be exactly what you are looking for.
There is something incredibly satisfying about … Read More...
If you like supporting Etsy designers, this one is a sweet example of the kind of practical seasonal project small embroidery shops do so well. The Machine Embroidery In The Hoop Design Soft Bunny Toy from BabyEmbroideryShop is a digital … Read More...
With a name like Cottage Core Stitches, you’re going to expect cozy scenes, soft colors, cross stitch projects that look like watercolors. And you’ll get exactly that from this Etsy shop that’s based in Greece. Let’s get into it.
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Gnomes are still just as popular as ever. These cute guys and gals can be dressed up and used for any occasion, even Easter. This adorable collection of 14 different digital stamp designs has 5 darling gnomes each with rabbit … Read More...
If you’re a science fiction geek you may already be familiar with the movie Project Hail Mary, based on the book of the same name and starring Ryan Gosling.
What you might not have seen if you haven’t watched the … Read More...
Equatorial Guinea is a country in central Africa that’s officially known as the Republic of Equatorial Guinea. It includes a portion of mainland Africa, known as Rio Muni, which is bordered by Cameroon and Gabon, and also includes several islands. … Read More...
I feel like the world is a little bit lacking in things to make us smile these days. With all the *gestures broadly* (I’m writing this a month ahead and I’m sure it will still feel like that) we could … Read More...
If Easter is your excuse to pull out the glue gun, raid the ribbon drawer, and convince yourself that yes, you absolutely do need more pastel craft supplies, then you are going to love our Easter Crafts & DIY … Read More...
The Sunbeam Tee from Knit Picks is one of those crochet patterns that perfectly balances everyday wearability with handmade charm. Designed with summer in mind, this lightweight tee has a relaxed, modern fit that makes it an instant wardrobe staple.… Read More...
If you’ve ever stood in front of a quilting notions wall (or scrolled through pages of tools online) and thought, “Do I really need all this?” — you are absolutely not alone.
When I first started quilting, I thought fabric … Read More...
If you’ve ever woken up in the middle of the night with a stuffy nose and wished for something soothing and natural, this homemade vapor rub is a little jar of comfort. I tried this recipe recently and was surprised … Read More...
I always think free patterns are a lovely way to try out a new designer before committing to a bigger bundle, and this Spring Bunny Embroidery Design by Embroidery Escape has that sweet, easy-to-use look that makes it especially tempting … Read More...
If you love those tiny seasonal knitting projects that use up odd bits of yarn and make people smile, this Cadbury Creme Egg Cover Bunny pattern from CraftBits is a sweet little Easter make worth a look. It’s designed as … Read More...
Emma used pretty pattern papers that have petite prints to create a beautiful background. She made blocks of strips in each corner, turn each one to make a quilt like design and she even stitched some of the strips in … Read More...
There’s a special kind of pride in making a repair so perfect no one can spot it—not even you, if you squint. After years of trial and (very visible) error with fabric mending, I’ve finally cracked the code on how … Read More...
At the end of last year I sat in on a crafting trends webinar and one of the things that was mentioned that was going to be trending this year was ducks and geese. I don’t know if I’m seeing … Read More...
