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The Quilt Builder Card Deck Set #3 offers endless possibilities for quilting enthusiasts. With 40 new block designs and eight inspiring layouts, creativity knows no bounds. Each card, measuring 4″ x 4″, features a grayscale illustration of a quilt block … Read More...
Introducing the Zorana Tunic, a crochet pattern that allows you to infuse your style with a touch of handmade elegance. If you’ve already mastered the basics of crochet and are ready to tackle a more intermediate-level project, this tunic is … Read More...
Winter colour palettes don’t have to be all red and green to feel seasonal. Blue is one of those timeless winter shades that instantly evokes crisp air, frosty mornings, snowy skies, and calm, cosy moments — making it a perfect … Read More...
This is a fun project whether you use traditional decoupage methods or you try using the iron technique. I plan on trying the ironing decoupage technique because I never seem to be able to get the wrinkles out. Pop on … Read More...
Lunar New Year for 2025 marks the beginning of the year of the snake. Snakes are intelligent and strong-willed, and they can be sneaky and jealous. Let’s celebrate the year of the snake with some fun cross stitch patterns!
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With cold weather here, it’s scarf season. I used to never wear scarves but this last year or so I’ve come to love them. I wear a scarf or cowl nearly every day. The extra layers of fabric around my … Read More...
After finishing the Granny Squares Sweater, I can say it’s quickly become a go-to piece in my closet! This pattern combines vintage charm with a fun, modern twist. The colorful granny squares are not only nostalgic but bring a … Read More...
With the Winter Holidays over it’s now time to start thinking about Valentine’s Day projects. If you’re creating cards for your one true love, a batch for co-workers, helping your child make cards for class mates or for … Read More...
Brioche knitting is a fun technique that’s relatively easy once you know how it works. It’s been popular for a few years now as a way to make a super squishy, warm knit fabric that looks dramatic even in it’s … Read More...
Why We Eat Fried Peanuts by Zed Zha, illustrated by Sian James, tells a sweet story of a woman’s kindness and the family that remembers her.
A child asks her father why they eat fried peanuts for Lunar New Year, … Read More...
Discover the perfect crochet pattern to create an adorable and interactive playtime experience for your little one with the Construction Set Tool Belt and Hard Hat pattern by SweetPotato3Patterns! This delightful pattern allows you to crochet a charming tool belt … Read More...
With the New Year here it’s a fun time to think about monthly projects like calendars, planners, traveler’s notebooks, journals and scrapbooks. If you’re wanting to capture the feel of each month try using images and colors that evoke the … Read More...
If you’re looking for a fun, practical crochet project, the Red Heart Crochet Granny Cross-Body Bag is a perfect choice. I’ve actually made two of these as gifts, and they turned out wonderfully! The design combines the classic granny square … Read More...
The latest release from Lawn Fawn features lots of adorable Pandas. Samantha used several Pandas hanging out in a Bamboo grove celebrating a belated birthday for a fun interactive card.
When the tab at the top is pulled a Panda … Read More...
This lovely “Home is Where the Heart Is” die cut is perfect for so many different styles of layout. You can make it large to fill almost the entire page, like Nathalie did here, or make it smaller for a … Read More...
I know it hasn’t been actual winter in the Northern Hemisphere for that long, but as soon as we get past the holidays the weight of how much winter we have left to deal with starts to get to me. … Read More...
It so fun when you can find a new use for something that is totally unexpected. That is just the case with this adorable little locket project. I did give you a clue in the title. Pop on over to … Read More...
One of the tools that I consider essential for most cross stitchers is an embroidery hoop, but I know it’s not really essential.
A lot of the stitching I have been doing lately has been on really small projects … Read More...
As a fan of Harry Styles and crochet, I knew this book would be a fun way to combine two of my favorite hobbies. The Unofficial Harry Styles Crochet by Lee Sartori certainly does not disappoint. This book is a … Read More...
Ok, who doesn’t just totally love Dolly Parton? Even if country music has never once made it onto your playlist, it’s almost impossible not to adore her. Dolly is one of those rare people who transcends genre, age, and … Read More...
