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Modern quilter Carolyn Friedlander provides an exciting perspective on wholecloth quilting, offering you a comprehensive look at hand-stitching and machine-quilting techniques. You will learn about hand-stitching and machine-quilting techniques for modern tied quilts as well as Perle cotton and … Read More...
There’s something deeply satisfying about creating something with your own hands, especially when it comes to skincare products. Making your own soap not only allows you to customize the fragrance and texture to your liking but also gives you full … Read More...
It’s time to create some fun summertime paper crafting projects! Tropical leaves, flowers and foliage add the perfect touch to beach, pool or vacation themed cards, scrapbook layouts and planner pages.
This big beautiful bunch of botanicals images are FREE… Read More...
I’ve been thinking a lot lately about the time I did a fiber arts summer camp at my daughter’s school. It was so much fun exposing kids to knitting, crochet, cross stitch, weaving and other fun things to do with … Read More...
We’re coming up on the end of Pride month, but Pride is every day, all the time, and crafting for Pride doesn’t have to be limited to a particular month of the calendar.
Knit Picks recently released on its Instagram … Read More...
Berets have been a fashionable accessory for centuries, with origins dating back to ancient civilizations in Greece and Rome. In modern times, berets have been associated with artists, intellectuals, and revolutionaries, adding a touch of bohemian flair to any outfit.… Read More...
Rescue, Restore, Redecorate: Amy Howard’s Guide to Refinishing Furniture and Accessories
is the ultimate guide for anyone who wants to bring their furniture back to life. Whether you’re an experienced DIY-er or just starting out, this book is packed full … Read More...
As a DIY enthusiast and lover of home décor, I was incredibly excited to get my hands on Tastemade’s latest interior design book, “Weekend Refresh: Home Design in 48 Hours or Less
.” The book promises to provide innovative … Read More...
My daughter loved the TV show Arthur when she was growing up, and the other day I came across what I assume is an Arthur-inspired cross stitch pattern that sent me down a bit of a rabbit hole looking for … Read More...
As a crochet enthusiast, I have been eagerly waiting for the delivery of “Modern Crochet Garden: Stylish Flower & Succulent Patterns to Stitch in a Day
” by Amy Gaines. And I must say, it did not disappoint! This … Read More...
With this collection of basic paper-pieced quilt patterns depicting 12 different animals, you can make stunning quilts for your house.
Learn how to make magnificent paper-pieced quilt blocks with realistic images of your favorite animals and birds. This one-of-a-kind collection … Read More...
This “Summer Fun” die cut file not only has a page title but also a wreath of little summer accents included like flip flops, beach ball, sunglasses, bikini and more! It’s perfect to create fun in the sun scrapbook layouts … Read More...
Another American holiday that’s celebrated on July 1 is National Postage Stamp Day. It commemorates the issuance of the first U.S. postage stamp, the Two-Cent Blue, on July 1, 1847. The stamp was designed by James B. Longacre and featured … Read More...
I was excited to try the True Bias Rio Ringer T-Shirt & Dress Pattern. The vintage look of the contrasting ribbing on the neckline and short sleeves intrigued me and sent me back to the 90’s. The pattern comes … Read More...
If you want to make a stunning quilt top with binding and borders, you just need to take 3, one-yard cuts of fabric plus an hour or so to make a beautiful finish.
The assembly diagram and steps in this … Read More...
This is an intermediate level knitting pattern for a man’s sweater that features bold, textured stripes created with a wide rib pattern and a turtle neck collar. The sweater is knitted in Sirdar Country Classic, a soft and warm yarn … Read More...
If you love adding lots of layers to your cards but don’t like or want all the bulk and thickness try some of these fun faux layering techniques from Jennifer McGuire. These cards appear to have several layers of cardstock … Read More...
An accidental bump or scrape is never fun, but even less so when you’re in the car or on a trip. Make you sure have what you need with a travel first aid kit you keep in your car. Keeping … Read More...
I know I probably don’t need to say anything about these adorable socks. Just showing you the picture and giving you a link to the pattern would be enough. If you’re inclined to knit up some ruffled socks, you probably … Read More...
Embroidery motifs for all hair types and personalities!
Representation is important, and now is the time for an embroidered book that looks like you! Celebrate variety with over 50 embroidery designs depicting individuals of various skin colors, body forms, and … Read More...
