Valentine’s Day isn’t just about cards—it’s about sweet treats and thoughtful gestures, too! If you’re looking for a creative way to present your homemade goodies or little gifts this season, you’ve come to the right place. We’ve gathered 12 DIY … Read More...
A Simple Cowl for When You Need to Think
The beginning of a new year (or the end of the first month, since we’re almost there already!) is a great time to reflect on the past year and to think about things you might want for yourself in the … Read More...
How to Cross Stitch on Paper
One of the crafts I want to try more of this year is embroidery on paper. It’s a fun way to add texture to a collage or just make a picture funnier or more interesting. I have this idea of … Read More...
45 Mushroom Crochet Patterns
Welcome to a whimsical world of creativity where crochet enthusiasts and mushroom aficionados unite! In this enchanting roundup, we’ve cultivated a treasure trove of 45 mushroom-themed crochet patterns that are sure to captivate your imagination and ignite your crafting passion. … Read More...
Scrap butterflies make my heart soar!
These scrap butterflies were featured at the blog Heart Handmade and they are so beautiful and look like they could be made with all sorts of materials. I was looking at a few other scrap fabric butterflies and I saw … Read More...
A Scrappy Shawl Knitting Pattern to Use All Your Odd Balls
Since I’ve been writing a lot about using your yarn stash and leftovers from other projects a lot lately (see projects with two strands held together, patterns for leftovers, projects using minis, to name a few) the … Read More...
12 FREE Valentine’s Day Pattern Papers to Download
If you’re working on Valentine’s Day scrapbook layouts, handmade greeting cards, planner pages, home or classroom decor then you need to download these pretty pattern papers! There are 12 different designs with lots of tiny hearts, hearts with arrows, “Happy … Read More...
Quick Little Valentine’s Day Cross Stitch Patterns
After talking about mini cross-stitch patterns the other day, I decided to look around for some small Valentine’s Day cross stitch patterns that would be quick and easy to stitch.
Whether you just started stitching or just want a fun … Read More...
A Scarf Knitting Pattern for Learning How to Knit
I’ve been thinking a lot lately about learning how to knit, and what would be helpful or what essential skills are needed to get from that first project to other projects with confidence.
I know a lot of people start … Read More...
2 Disney’s Figment the Dragon Color by Number Pages
If you’re a big Disney fan like I am you know at Disney’s Epcot theme park at Disney World Florida that Figment is king. He’s the purple dragon featured in the Journey Into Imagination ride and has become the mascot … Read More...
Bear Ears Hat Knitting Pattern
I’m pretty sure it’s impossible to resist the cuteness of a hat with animal ears on it. Whether for little ones or even adults, adding ears to a hat just ramps up the cuteness factor, and it’s really not any … Read More...
Celebrate the Year of the Dragon
Chinese New Year (also sometimes called Lunar New Year) is February 10 this year, and to celebrate we’ve got a great collection of new year’s crafts. 2024 is the year of the dragon. Dragons are said to be charismatic, intelligent, … Read More...
Video Tutorial – Make a “Four Patch Burst” Quilt
Create the beautiful Four Patch Burst quilt with this simple and fun tutorial! Misty demonstrates how to make the stunning quilt by following along with her as she showcases how to make it.
Using the Holly Jolly collection from … Read More...
Free Crochet Pattern – Sunflower Beanie Hat
If you’re on the hunt for a crochet project that’s as delightful as a field of sunflowers, look no further than the “Sunflower Cap Crochet Pattern.” This charming pattern brings a touch of sunshine to your headwear collection and offers … Read More...
20 Things I Love About You Mini Album
This amazing mini album project from Bea is a wonderful way to show someone all the different ways you love them.
The base of this 20 Things I Love About You album is a large heart shape cut from … Read More...
Use Your Stash Faster by Holding Two Strands Together
One of my favorite ways to use up stash fast is working on projects where more than one strand of yarn is held together while you knit. This is an easy way to make a heavier weight yarn using what … Read More...
Cozy Summer Cocoon Cardi
Are you ready to elevate your crochet skills and create a beautiful, openwork cardigan? If you’ve mastered the basics and are eager for a more challenging project, the Cozy Summer Cocoon Cardi might just be the perfect next step in … Read More...
Designer Spotlight: Teeny Weeny XStitch
I have mentioned recently that I want to take on a large cross-stitch project this year, but the truth is most of the time I am drawn to projects on the other side of the size spectrum.
Tiny things are … Read More...
4 Grid Style Card Ideas
In scrapbooking one popular style of layout is a grid, with row of blocks (think tic tac toe) it’s a simple but effective way to include lots of elements in a clean design. This can also work really well with … Read More...
How to Get a Neater Edge on Your Knitting
If you’re looking to refine your knitting techniques in the new year, or you’re new to knitting and wondering why your edges look so weird, you might enjoy this deep dive into edge stitches, why they look that way and … Read More...