Whether you want to stitch up something red, white and blue for the Fourth of July or you just want to whip something patriotic up any time of year, these USA knitting patterns are a great place to start.
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Fun Forth of July Foods Kids Can Help Make
Summer is a great time to get your kids to help in the kitchen, where they can learn some life skills as well as math (measuring, dividing recipes) and science (what happens when you bake things?) and more, and hopefully … Read More...
Sew News Sew Along: Pagosa Pants
I recently watched the Sew News Sew Along: Pagosa Pants class and it was an amazing experience! The instructors, Kate Zaynard and Amanda Carestio, were so knowledgeable and helpful. They guided us through the process of sewing the perfect … Read More...
Free Crochet Pattern – Hulett Shawl
The Hulet Shawl pattern is a great way to create a cozy and elegant shawl that can be worn all year round. The shawl is made using Lion Brand Touch of Mohair yarn, which is soft, warm and perfect for … Read More...
10 DIY Lampshades
Lampshades come in a wide range of styles, sizes, shapes, and materials, offering a variety of options to suit different tastes and needs. The most common materials used for lampshades are fabric, paper, and metal. Fabric shades can be made … Read More...
Advanced Machine Quilting – Online Class
To assist you in learning or improving free motion quilting at home, this workshop is for you. Sue demonstrates how to create various designs on your quilt using free-motion quilting techniques, which you may use to create any stitch length … Read More...
Book Review – Head-to-Toe Winter Knits
Inside Head-to-Toe Winter Knits
you’ll find a wide variety of patterns to suit all skill levels, from beginner to experienced knitters. The book is divided into sections, making it easy to find the perfect project for your skill level and … Read More...
New Letterpress Machine from Spellbinders
Letterpress is a printing technique that’s been around for quite a long time. The best way I can explain it is it’s a combination of stamping and embossing, actually more like reverse embossing or impressing into the paper. You ink … Read More...
Knit Your First Top with Leesi
I love a good skill-building top that is great for people who are new to knitting tops or sweaters but is interesting enough for people with more experience, too.
The Leesi Tee by Lanre Ojikutu is a simple raglan with … Read More...
Sock Themed Cross Stitch Patterns
I will admit this theme for a roundup, sock themed cross stitch patterns, is a little bit niche. But as a person who does a lot of different kinds of crafts, I love it when they can come together and … Read More...
Book Review – Quiltmaker’s 1,000 Blocks: A Collection of Quilt Blocks
This lovely assortment of traditional and contemporary quilt pieces does the arithmetic for you. A must-have resource for quilters of all skill levels, you’ll find new blocks to mix and match—and use to make your next treasured quilt!
6 FREE Book Lover and Reader Quotes
If, like me, you’re a big reader and lover of books you’ll want to download these 6 fun quotes! These will go so well on reading themed scrapbook layouts, planner or memory pages, handmade bookmarks or greeting cards or you … Read More...
Tutorial – How to Embroider Birds
Miu Embroidery teaches you how to do beautiful peach blossom bird hand embroidery on a hoop with a few very simple stitches, it’s a touch complex, and uses just one strand. .
Chinese porcelain often depicts birds perched on a … Read More...
Postage Stamp Journey Classic Quilt Pattern
The Postage Stamp Journey Quilt Pattern will add a splash of color to your collection. Square up these busy blocks by unrolling a honey bun or a jelly roll of Belle Isle by Minick & Simpson for Moda Fabrics to … Read More...
Teddy Bear Hat, Mittens and Booties For Baby
The HAT, MITTENS & BOOTIES pattern, design number 5396, is a must-have for any parent looking to keep their little ones warm and snug when out and about. The pattern includes instructions for a cute baby bear hat, mittens and … Read More...
3 Woven Paper Cards
Wow, how amazing are these woven paper cards!? They might seem intimidating and time consuming but with the new Weaving Fancy Die from Hero Arts they are really easy to create. There’s no need to cut strips of perfectly sized … Read More...
Fun Fourth of July Activities for Kids
The Fourth of July is a day traditionally full of fireworks, cookouts and family fun, and it’s a great day to do activities and on-theme experiments with kids. Check out these easy ideas for fun Fourth of July activities for … Read More...
How to make recycled trophy place card holders
These days kids get lots of trophies. Maybe you are doing a big clean out before said kiddo is going off to college. Wouldn’t it be fun to take all those trophies and use them to decorate the table at … Read More...
Simple Short Socks Knitting Pattern
Yesterday when I was writing about travel knitting projects, I said that I usually pack a sock or a pair of socks because they don’t take up a lot of space in terms of the yarn you need, and … Read More...
Free Knitting Pattern – Seedless Columns Mittens
Welcome to the Seeded Columns Mittens Knit Pattern! These cozy mittens are the perfect accessory for keeping your hands warm and protected during the colder months. The unique seeded columns pattern adds a touch of texture and interest to … Read More...