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One thing I love about knitting is all the different ways that a relatively small combination of stitches and techniques can make so many different designs.
I have a long-running obsession with stitch dictionaries, even though I tend to use … Read More...
Are you on the hunt for the perfect little gift for a special little someone in your life? Look no further than the Helicopter Crochet Pattern!
One of the challenges of toy shopping is finding items that are suitable for … Read More...
If you love Japanese Manga Comic Books then you’re going to love these Manga Muses coloring pages! Featuring beautiful girls in pretty settings drawn in the manga style these 6 pages are sure to bring out the artist in you. … Read More...
Sept. 19 is National Talk Like a Pirate Day, a holiday I’ve never completely understood, but why not have a day devoted to pirates? Kids seem to love stories of daring and plunder and adventure on the high seas, so … Read More...
It seems like everyone loves knitting patterns using sock yarn that are for things other than socks. I’m the same way because I have a lot of sock yarn and am definitely not knitting that many pairs of socks! (At … Read More...
Triple Play is a favorite tradition here at Missouri Star. Once a month, Jenny, Misty, and Natalie each demonstrate their own, unique take on a favorite block, technique, or template. In this episode, the talented Doan ladies show off three … Read More...
Add some holiday cheer to your home with the Leisure Arts Christmas Friends Mrs. Claus Crochet ePattern. This easy-to-follow guide will help you create your own adorable Mrs. Claus using size 4 worsted weight yarn and a US size … Read More...
On this fun camping layout Jen mixed florals and plaid pattern papers to reflect both the boy and girl in the photos, adding trees and camping element stickers and dies for a terrific outdoor design. Visit the Scrapbook and Cards … Read More...
I love seeing all the fun Halloween cross stitch patterns that are out there, and Steph from Fine Frog Stitching recently sent me a note to let me know about all the great stuff brewing over on their website.
Their … Read More...
There are all sorts of great things you can knit in the fall, from pumpkins to fun fall-themed hats (which we’ll get to), to home accessories and even sweaters with a fall twist. Here are a few fall-themed knitting patterns … Read More...
Are you looking for a fun and crafty holiday project? Make your own Advent calendar! An Advent calendar is a great way to get into the holiday spirit, and it’s a fun activity that you can do with your … Read More...
As a knitter, I can attest to the fact that finishing off a project can often feel like a chore. That’s why I was excited to come across “No-Sew Knits: 20 Flattering, Finish-Free Garments
.” This book offers a … Read More...
The Leaf Yoke Shrug and Hat set is a beautiful and elegant knit design that is perfect for keeping your little one cozy and stylish. The set includes a shrug and a matching hat, both of which are knit from … Read More...
This collection invites you to explore a magical fusion of creativity and spookiness. Each card, a testament to the whimsical and eerie, showcases the artistry of crafting witches and their mysterious cauldrons, spell books, and brooms.
Whether you’re an avid … Read More...
I love working with concrete. It is affordable, easy and it lasts. Qualities that are great for outside seasonal decorations. Pop on over to the blog Bungalow 47 for the very detailed tutorial on how to make concrete pumpkins … Read More...
I don’t write about felting your knitting all that often, which is weird because my first book was all about felting. It’s one of those things that I think was popular for a while maybe like 10 or more years … Read More...
Rosh Hashanah is the celebration of the Jewish New Year, which takes place this year from Sept. 15-17 (2023). It marks the anniversary of the creation of Adam and Eve and is celebrated with blowing the shofar (a ram’s horn), … Read More...
Fall is finally here and you know what that means – it’s time to break out all the apple cider recipes! There’s just something about the crisp air and the smell of freshly baked apples that gets me in the … Read More...
There are all kinds of coasters out there, but how many of them are made out of plastic canvas? Probably not many. But with this tutorial you can make your own and they’ll look great on your coffee table or … Read More...
Recently I shared a bunch of birthday scrapbook layout inspirations (click here if you missed it) and several great ideas used the numbers corresponding to the birthday persons age. You can add a large number as part of … Read More...
