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Elsie M. Campbell’s “String Quilts” is a delightful journey into the world of quilting, blending innovation, thrift, and pure enjoyment. Published on August 1, 2009, this illustrated paperback offers ten patterns suitable for all skill levels, providing a refreshing break … Read More...
Are you needing to create some last minute Valentine’s Day cards but don’t have just the right stamps? Why not try digital stamps? Digi stamps are black and white outline images you download, print and color like you would a … Read More...
Leap day, that extra day added to February 29 every four years, exists for a very important reason: to keep our calendar in sync with Earth’s actual orbit around the Sun.
A year isn’t exactly 365 days long. It takes … Read More...
The Sewing Machine Embroiderer’s Bible 
by Liz Keegan demonstrates how to make the most of your sewing machine’s embroidery capability.
Here’s everything you need to know to get the most out of your sewing machine’s embroidery functions, including information on … Read More...
Say goodbye to disposable plastic bags and hello to eco-friendly lunch solutions with the DIY Bento Bag! This free sewing pattern and tutorial from Sew In Love is your ticket to creating a stylish and practical lunch bag that keeps … Read More...
Step into the world of crochet with Camille the Bunny, a delightful companion designed to bring warmth and charm to your crafting journey. If you’ve got the basics down and are eager to take your crochet skills to the next … Read More...
A Berry Delight for Quilters – Strawberry Garden Block of the Month Program Review
Let’s embark on a delightful journey of strawberry piecing with the Strawberry Garden Block of the Month Program! This quilting adventure offers a generous bundle of … Read More...
If all the writing I’ve been doing over the past few months about using your yarn stash and odd balls hasn’t yet inspired you to take on a stash-busting project, maybe this set of patterns will do it.
I love … Read More...
If you’re creating greeting cards, scrapbook layouts or planner pages for Valentine’s Day then these FREE pattern papers are just what you need! There are a whopping 36 different papers to chose from, in different shades of red and pinks, … Read More...
When I first saw the Cozy Cubes Jacket by Hinterm Stein I thought it didn’t look handmade. In this case that’s a compliment, though I don’t know that it always would be. When it comes to this jacket what I … Read More...
In “Sewing the Curve,” Jenny Rushmore becomes your empowering guide on a journey that transcends the mere act of sewing; it’s about stitching confidence and style into every seam. With a stellar 4.5-star rating from 38 enthusiastic reviews, … Read More...
With a staggering 157,543 views since December 22, 2023, we invite you to dive into the enchanting world of quilting with a special celebration from Missouri Star Quilt Co. This week, we’re revisiting the classic Sticks and Stones Quilt pattern, … Read More...
Are you ready to embark on a crochet journey that will take your skills to new heights? The Bliss Afghan Crochet Pattern, designed by the talented Lisa van Klaveren, offers an exciting opportunity for intermediate crocheters to create a masterpiece … Read More...
I was scrolling through cross stitch patterns on Etsy the other day, as I do pretty regularly, and a design from Happy Little Mouse caught my eye, so I decided it was time to share them with you.
Happy Little … Read More...
New Years is the perfect time to spend with your significant other, staying up late, kissing at midnight and spending New Years Day together. Learn more about this couples layout on the Cocoa Vanilla blog.
With Valentine’s Day fast approaching … Read More...
Argentina is a large South American country (technically the Argentine Republic) that is in fact the eighth largest country in the world.
Argentina is the second-largest country in South America, after Brazil. It covers an area of 2,780,400 … Read More...
Do you keep a stash of magazines just to make art and craft with? Or do you simply always have some coming in to cut up after reading? I do both so I am always on the look out for … Read More...
Working with hand-dyed yarn is a lot of fun, and it’s great for us to support independent yarn dyers when we can. But it can sometimes be tricky to use over the course of a full garment because of little … Read More...
With summer just around the corner, it’s time to refresh our wardrobes with light and breezy pieces that keep us cool and stylish. The Phoebe Linen Tank Sewing Pattern, available exclusively at Fabrics-Store, caught my eye as the perfect solution. … Read More...
The Jenna Tote by Olya Mikesh is a crochet creation that’s captured my heart with its perfect blend of practicality and retro charm. As a lover of all things vintage, I’ve found this tote to be a delightful addition to … Read More...
