Johnny Appleseed Day is sometimes celebrated on Sept. 26 because that is John Chapman’s birthday, but even if you’re just doing an apple unit study for fall it’s a great time to talk about Johnny Appleseed.
And that’s the place … Read More...
Totoro Knitting Patterns
We’re a big Studio Ghibli household, and while they are sometimes very protective of their copyrights (as evidenced by the number of patterns on Ravelry that were removed from the service when it received a takedown notice back in 2021), … Read More...
Mixed-Fibre Quilts: How to Combine Linen, Hemp and Cotton Lawn Without Regretting It
For years, beginner quilters have been given one very sensible piece of advice: use quilting cotton.
It is stable, predictable, easy to cut and generally willing to behave itself.
That is still excellent advice for a first quilt. However, once … Read More...
15 Tapestry Crochet Patterns That Make Colorwork Surprisingly Easy
Tapestry crochet is one of those techniques that looks far more complicated than it actually is. You see a beautifully crisp geometric design, a little mountain landscape or a bold retro motif worked directly into the crochet fabric and immediately … Read More...
Can You Boil Polymer Clay? The Truth Every Crafter Should Know
If you’ve ever fallen down a late-night Pinterest rabbit hole, you’ve probably seen someone suggest boiling polymer clay instead of baking it. At first glance, it sounds clever—no oven needed, just a pot of water and a stove. But does … Read More...
Easy Homemade Mayonnaise Recipe – Know Exactly What’s in Your Food
I’ve become much more interested in knowing what is actually in the food I’m eating.
Not in an obsessive, everything-must-be-made-from-scratch sort of way. I still have convenience foods in my pantry and I’m certainly not standing around churning my … Read More...
10 Dollar Store Home Hacks That Look Surprisingly Expensive
There is something deeply satisfying about making a room look polished without handing over half your paycheck to do it. I think most of us have had that moment where we spot a tray, vase, basket, or candle holder in … Read More...
10 Fall Leaves Scrapbook Layout Templates for Cosy Autumn Memory Keeping
There’s just something magical about scrapbooking in autumn. Even if you’re nowhere near crunchy leaves and pumpkin patches, the colours, textures, and cosy vibes of fall somehow sneak their way into our craft rooms. I always find myself reaching for … Read More...
DIY Review: Giving a Vintage Milk Can New Life as a Charming Outdoor Side Table
Ever stumbled upon a piece of decor that instantly transports you back in time? That’s exactly how I felt when I came across Cindy’s tutorial on transforming a vintage milk can into the most delightful outdoor side table. It’s … Read More...
Clay Studio Series – YouTube Video Review 4 Pottery Hacks You Should Know!
Pottery is a craft that thrives on tradition, passed down from one potter’s wheel to the next. In this video, Rajiv Surendra visits legendary potter Guy Wolff to share four pottery hacks that every clay enthusiast should know. These aren’t … Read More...
Italian Cast On Knitting: How To Get That Perfect Stretchy Ribbed Edge
If you have been seeing beautifully finished knitted hats, sweater necklines and cuffs that seem to flow magically over the edge without an obvious cast-on row, there is a very good chance you are looking at an Italian cast on… Read More...
20 Christmas Crochet Trends for 2026 With Free Patterns
Christmas crochet in 2026 is looking wonderfully nostalgic, colourful and handmade.
After years of very polished, matching Christmas décor, we are seeing a return to decorations that look collected rather than purchased in one frantic afternoon. Think crocheted baubles, little … Read More...
15 Dachshund Crochet Patterns for Sausage Dog Lovers
There is something about a dachshund that seems almost designed for crochet. That ridiculously long body, those tiny little legs, floppy ears and the unmistakable sausage-dog silhouette translate beautifully into yarn.
And apparently I’m not the only one who … Read More...
Resistance Quilts: When Patchwork Becomes Protest
Quilts have always carried more than warmth.
They preserve scraps from dresses worn thin, shirts belonging to people we love and fabrics that instantly return us to another season of life. But quilts can also carry anger, grief, memory, defiance … Read More...
How To Make Natural Toothpaste: Homemade Toothpaste Recipes To Try
If you’ve ever stood in the bathroom reading the tiny ingredient list on the back of a toothpaste tube and wondered whether you could simply make your own, you certainly aren’t alone.
Homemade toothpaste is one of those wonderfully old-fashioned … Read More...
8 FREE Camping Journal and Project Life Cards to Download
If you’re working on camping, hiking or outdoor adventure scrapbook layouts you’ll want to download this FREE collection of journaling and project life cards. There’s 8 different designs with trees, woodgrain backgrounds, lines for journaling, a tent, campfire, words, plaid, … Read More...
Learning about The Gambia for Kids
The Gambia, officially the Republic of the Gambia, is a west African that is geographically the smallest country in continental Africa, with an area of 4,400 square miles, or 11,300 square kilometers. Let’s learn more about The Gambia!
The Gambia
… Read More...Bath Bomb Crumble: The Easy No-Mould Bath Bomb Recipe Taking Over TikTok
Bath bombs are one of those crafts that look ridiculously easy in a thirty-second video.
Mix the powders, spray in a little liquid, press everything into a shiny metal mould and reveal a perfect pastel sphere.
In reality, one half … Read More...
Amigurumi Oh Poo Crochet Free Pattern
Sometimes the silliest crochet projects are the ones people remember most, and Emotional Support Oh Poo definitely falls into that category. This quirky little amigurumi pattern is equal parts gag gift and oddly adorable desk buddy, which is probably why … Read More...
30 Reversible Knitting Stitch Patterns That Look Good on Both Sides
There are some knitting projects where the wrong side really doesn’t matter. A sweater? Fine. A cushion cover? Nobody is peeking around the back unless they’re being particularly nosy.
But scarves, blankets, shawls and wraps are a completely different story.… Read More...