Purl Solo shares this tutorial for a Japanese Sashiko pattern or embroidery project. This Sashiko Japanese project could be used for a cushion cover or cloth work and you can see the full step by step tutorial here.
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Purl Solo shares this tutorial for a Japanese Sashiko pattern or embroidery project. This Sashiko Japanese project could be used for a cushion cover or cloth work and you can see the full step by step tutorial here.
Sashiko … Read More...
I wasn’t quite ready to put away my Easter stamps just yet so I decided to make this fun birthday card using the Somebunny stamps from My Favorite Things. I love using stamps that might traditionally be used for … Read More...
Are you looking for some easy Easter ideas for kids? If so, then check out these adorable Bunny Bookmarks! In this tutorial, by Beth Kingston of Kingston Crafts, you will learn how to turn some plain scrapbooking paper into some … Read More...
Almost all of my work is done with polymer clay canes and, like a lot of other clayers, I make them to sell too. It’s always been fun for me to see what everyone else is making. I used to … Read More...
Emma used a stitched scalloped edge die to cut multiple strips from different paper papers, adhered them together then die cut out the heart shapes for this pretty matching set of a box, tag and card . They are so … Read More...
These fun circle text die cuts look terrific cut from cardstock mixed with pretty pattern papers to highlight the sayings. Nicole Nowosad has created 4 different designs in SVG, DXF, PNG and Studio cut files that are FREE to … Read More...
by Sarah White
Temperature scarves and blankets have been in the knitosphere (crocheters make them too, of course) for a few years now. The idea is that you stitch a row for each day of the year, with the color of yarn you … Read More...
by Sarah White
Easter is more of an active holiday than most. At least there is often an egg hunt, and it happens in spring in the Northern Hemisphere so at least in some places it is warm enough for the kids to … Read More...
Do you like zen projects that can take a bit of time but are relaxing? Then I bet you will like this this great way to recycle those cheap plastic eggs you see at Easter time! Twine wrapped plastic eggs … Read More...
Whether you’re a painter, needleworker, paper crafter or something else, storage can be tricky! Solve your craftsy clutter problems with this fun and easy DIY tutorial showing you how to personalise a plain set of Moppe desktop drawers from Ikea … Read More...
This easy sewing pattern is ideal for beginners, kids, tweens, and first-time sewers. The step-by-step tutorial walks you through creating an adorable watermelon-shaped zipper pouch that’s small, practical, and fun to make. It’s a great confidence-building project that can … Read More...
by Sarah White
Because May the Fourth is coming up soon, and we’re all excited because of the new trailer for Episode IX, it seemed like a good time to share some Star Wars themed cross stitch patterns.
There are a lot of … Read More...
by Sarah White
I’m a little behind on my gossip but I still wanted to share the winner of the Mason-Dixon Knitting March Mayhem competition this year is Carol Feller’s Tabouli.
It’s a sweet little cardigan with an A-line shape emphasized by … Read More...
Richele used Distress Ink Sprays from Ranger and Tim Holtz to both watercolor her stamped images and stamp the background on these cool botanical cards. I love the loose artsy style of these cards.
by Anne Weaver
The first time you open a printed sewing pattern can be overwhelming. All those diagrams – they’re everywhere and unless you know what you’re looking at, they make no sense! Chelsea from GYCT Designs takes you through a printed pattern, … Read More...
by Sarah White
It’s a very fun and easy pattern to make Easter egg cozies for your Easter eggs and thus avoid dyeing them with harmful chemicals. Kids love them! It’s such a fun way to gift a little piece of handmade love. … Read More...
I love how Bea used a mix of flat and 3D flowers in the large diagonal swath across her amazing scrapbook layout, they add so much depth and detail. The simple green strip background pattern paper is the perfect color … Read More...
This cute bunny applique, complete with fuzzy tail, can adorn a little girl’s dress, a kitchen towel for Easter, or a small bag filled with treats. The downloadable pattern and video tutorial from Pink Hollybush Designs will enable you to … Read More...
Whether trying to save a little time or trying a new kitchen experiment with the kids, these Instant Pot Dyed Eggs are a fun Easter project. This is how to dye Easter eggs in your Instant Pot! If you … Read More...
The name might be long but the idea is simple. Little Easter Bunnies hiding in the grass. Fun edible craft to make with the kiddos for Easter parties! A fun Easter party food idea or picnic food. Take along a … Read More...