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...
How to Frame Cross Stitch with Lacing
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...
How to make a marble pattern in recycled plastic for jewelry making and 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...
Book Review – Zigzag Rope Sewing Projects
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...
15 Scrap Fabric Items You Can Make For Your Home
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...
Free Download Santa Hat Monogram Letters for Christmas in July
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...
How to make an abstract fiber piece of woven art easy
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...
Get Double the Warmth with This Cowl Knitting Pattern
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...
Encouraging Self Care for Kids
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...
10 Mosaic Crochet Patterns – Blankets
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...
How to Create Your Own Mini Scrapbook Album from Scratch
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...
What Are We Making This Time of Year?
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...
Amigurumi Cats: Crochet Sweet Kitties the Japanese Way
As an avid crocheter and cat lover, I couldn’t wait to get my hands on “Amigurumi Cats: Crochet Sweet Kitties the Japanese Way
.” This book is a treasure trove of adorable cat patterns and techniques, perfect for those … Read More...
4 FREE Retro Summer Journaling Cards
Hang 10 with these cool downloadable, printable images that have a wonderful retro poster feel with fun in the sun beach scenes and sentiments. These journaling style cards make terrific accents to Summertime pocket page or project life scrapbook … Read More...
Printable Insect Activities for Kids
It might be too hot and buggy where you live to go outside and observe real insects, but these printable insect activities are lots of fun for those kids who are really into bugs.
This little printable insect book from … Read More...
Knitting Pattern – Train Sweater For Boys
The baby boy’s round neck and hooded Train sweaters, design no. 5290, is not only suitable for boys but also for girls. It’s a gender-neutral design that features a train motif, which can appeal to children of both genders … Read More...
FREE Harry Potter Coloring Page by Minalima
If you’re a huge Harry Potter fan like I am you might have heard of Minalima, they are the designing duo behind so many of our favorite props and graphics used throughout all the Harry Potter films. Together Miraphora Mina … Read More...
Play with Cables and Lace in this Wrap Knitting Pattern
You already know I have cables on the brain from my post the other day about making cables without a cable needle. It’s funny that when you start thinking about a particular genre of knitting you start to see … Read More...
More Fun Sampler Style Cross Stitch Patterns
I recently shared some fun birth announcement cross stitch patterns, as well as talking about a designer who reproduces historic sampler designs.
This post is sort of a mashup of those two, highlighting the designs from Cherry Lane … Read More...
Self-Care Cross-Stitch: 40 Uplifting And Irreverent Patterns
The creator of the popular and controversial Feminist Cross-Stitch returns with a new collection of 40 designs to help you practice self-care. Self Care Cross Stitch
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Crafters will like this funny book, which has 40 cross-stitch patterns that promote … Read More...