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Each month, Jenny, Misty, and Natalie each present a unique take on a favourite block, technique, or template. These talented Doan ladies are demonstrating three dresden quilts this week.
Jenny’s dresden quilt is made with twenty-two 2.5″ strips (jelly rolls) … Read More...
At Missouri Star, Jenny, Misty, and Natalie each make a unique triple block, technique, or template each month. Jenny, Misty, and Natalie demonstrate three new Churn Dash quilts in this episode.
Each month, Jenny, Misty, and Natalie demonstrate different … Read More...
The Sugar Twist Cowl is a cozy and warm accessory that will keep you comfortable all winter long. The easy stitch pattern, worked in bulky yarn, gives the project a unique and twisted look, where even the wrong side looks … Read More...
Mini albums are the perfect way to showcase your creativity in a compact, adorable format. Whether you’re a seasoned scrapbooker or just dipping your toes into the world of paper crafts, these tiny albums are an irresistible way to … Read More...
I love a good Lego challenge, where you set kids out to try to build something with Legos
. It’s fun to see what they come up with on their own, but of course there are a lot of great … Read More...
It’s the time of year when American crafters pull out their red, white and blue supplies and make all the things for the Fourth of July. With all the patriotic holidays from Memorial Day to Labor Day, you can stitch … Read More...
Canada Day is coming up soon, and it’s been a while since I’ve shared any Canada knitting patterns, so I thought I’d take a look at some new patterns or ones I haven’t shared before. These are great to … Read More...
The American Duchess Guide to 18th Century Dressmaking is a comprehensive guide that brings history to life by teaching you how to hand sew Georgian gowns and wear them with style. Written by Lauren Stowell and Abby Cox of American … Read More...
Taking care of our skin is an essential part of self-care, and using luxurious skincare products is one of the best ways to indulge and pamper ourselves. However, it can be challenging to find products that are not only effective … Read More...
Watercolor free-motion quilting is a wonderful way to learn how to free-motion quilt. You may paint your own design on fabric to create a “coloring book” from which to practice and play. In order to achieve loose watercolor effects, Ashley … Read More...
Whether you’re a seasoned crafter or a newcomer to the world of handmade cards, this curated selection offers something for everyone. Each idea is a testament to the artistry and passion that goes into creating personalized and memorable birthday greetings. … Read More...
I feel like the most important thing in the summer is keeping cool. I live in the southern United States and it’s hot all the time in the summer months, so having clothing that is cool and lightweight is really … Read More...
Are you looking for a fun and creative way to give a gift or contribute to a charitable cause? Look no further than these crochet ball patterns! Crochet balls are a great project for both beginners and experienced crocheters, and … Read More...
Well, well, well, it’s that time of year again, folks! The time when we pack up our beach towels and sunscreen and trade them in for pencils and backpacks. Yes, it’s back to school time! And while going back … Read More...
This beautiful mini album was created by Jess using a class tutorial from American Crafts. The album has a chipboard cover tied closed with twine and inside is a pull out accordion attached to the spine that is double sided … Read More...
If you’re looking for some great Pride cross stitch patterns and want to support a great cause at the same time, I’ve got just the thing for you. The Starlight Stitchery has put together an amazing collection of patterns from … Read More...
Are you new to needlepoint? Learn the basic (and incredibly fun) craft of plastic canvas embroidery—and produce a cool keychain in the process. This simple guide will teach you how to accomplish a plastic canvas keychain with a step-by-step … Read More...
Are you ready for a new beginning? Country Threads’ best-selling design team is returning with a fresh appearance. Mary Etherington and Connie Tesene, longtime designers and previous store owners, are noted for their patchwork Civil War-inspired quilts. Check out this … Read More...
Starter Guide to Creating Art Quilts
is an exciting and approachable guide to creating landscape-style quilts that is the ideal entry to art quilting!
Author Dr. Susan Kruszynski offers easy-to-follow techniques and tutorials that infuse art quilts with splashes of … Read More...
I recently re-discovered the world of amigurumi and I am absolutely obsessed! The art of crocheting adorable stuffed animals has completely captured my heart and I am constantly seeking new patterns and techniques to improve my skills. That’s why I … Read More...
