Everything’s coming up pink this summer, and if you’re a Barbie girl or guy you might want to stitch up some fun Barbie cross stitch patterns to celebrate.
Did you know Barbie was first released on March 9, 1959, and … Read More...
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by Sarah White
Everything’s coming up pink this summer, and if you’re a Barbie girl or guy you might want to stitch up some fun Barbie cross stitch patterns to celebrate.
Did you know Barbie was first released on March 9, 1959, and … Read More...
by Sarah White
Just the other day I was talking about combining cables and lace to make a fun knitting pattern that uses lots of skills and brings different textures to the party, with the example of a cable and lace shawl. … Read More...
This captivating showcase immerses you in a world of maritime inspiration, where the wonders of the ocean come to life through the art of card making.
CraftGossip invites you to explore a collection that transcends traditional card designs, transporting … Read More...
by Sarah White
August 2 is National Coloring Book Day in the United States, and while every day is a good day to color, this is a great time to break out the crayons, colored pencils and printable coloring pages (especially since it’s … Read More...
by Sarah White
I recently crocheted a mushroom for my daughter because I came across a pattern I thought was cute and why not? (You can see the finished product on Instagram.)
But I knew there had to be a lot of … Read More...
This detailed Strawberry pattern would look great on basic tote bags, t-shirts, and pillow covers. Using DMC Mouliné Spécial threads, capture the details and bright colors.
Serena White of Hoglet & Co is a UK-based artist and illustrator … Read More...
The math behind four-at-a-time flying geese starts with some specific measurements for the squares—3 7/8 or 6 3/8.
However, what if you have a stack of 4″ squares sitting there? You don’t have to trim 1/8″ off each one—that is … Read More...
Squeeze the day with this sweet Lemon Shaped Summer Mini Album! This half circle design has a lemon die cut shape on the cover backed with vellum and pattern paper and decorated with lots of fun little summer themed embellishments, … Read More...
by Sarah White
I’ve written nearly 3,500 posts for this site over the years (thank you for being here!) so a lot of times when I have an idea for a post I have to go back and see if I’ve done it … Read More...
by Sarah White
I don’t make a lot of large cross stitch pieces so I don’t have much experience with framing. When I did it as a kid I think we mostly used cardboard and double-stick tape and put the pieces in picture … Read More...
I love the fact that I keep learning new ways to work with recycled materials. It seems endless! So today I learned that you can marblize recycled #2 plastic. Pop on over to Instructables to read the verry detailed step … Read More...
As someone who is always on the lookout for new and creative ways to craft, I was thrilled to discover Zigzag Rope Sewing Projects. This comprehensive guide provides clear instructions, helpful tips, and lots of inspiration for all levels of … Read More...
If you have a stash of scrap fabric lying around in your house, it’s time to put them to good use. Instead of throwing them away or letting them gather dust, why not repurpose them into functional and decorative items … Read More...
If you’re getting a jump on the Holidays and creating cards now during Christmas in July these fun monogram letters might help you out. This digital alphabet has capital letters, each with a cute little Santa hat, the letter also … Read More...
This cool piece of abstract weaving art is made with a large scale mesh but I bet plastic canvas would be great. I have tons of bits and pieces of fiber, beads, fabric, etc that would look so cool as … Read More...
by Sarah White
One of the potential problems with colorwork knitting, at least when it comes to stranded or Fair Isle styles of knitting, is that you don’t always want to have the back of the work on display. Other knitters will appreciate … Read More...
by Sarah White
July 24 is Self Care Day, and it’s really important for us as parents and teachers to help our kids understand what self-care is and how to develop those habits early on in life. It’s not about literally taking care … Read More...
Crocheted blankets make for the perfect handmade gift, as they are both functional and heartfelt. And if you’re looking for a unique twist on the classic crochet blanket, mosaic crochet is a great option to consider.
Mosaic crochet is a … Read More...
Of course you can buy mini album from lots of different scrapbooking companies but if you’re like me and love to do it yourself and make your projects from scratch why not try creating your own mini album. This can … Read More...
by Sarah White
I’ve been writing about knitting for a long time (on this site and others, more than 15 years!), so I can tell you that it seems like people don’t knit as much when it’s hot outside. This based on pageviews, … Read More...