My first attempt at vertical gardening involved duct-taping mason jars to a fence. It lasted exactly 3 days before the Texas sun melted my dreams (and the tape).
After testing 14 systems in my tiny urban backyard, I’ve found the … Read More...
Popcorn Bucket Blanket Crochet Pattern Review
Movie night just got a crochet upgrade. This Popcorn Bucket Blanket Crochet Pattern creates a cozy striped blanket that rolls up into a giant popcorn bucket, complete with fluffy popcorn edging. With three sizes included and beginner-friendly techniques, it is … Read More...
The Dazzling Beauty of these 35 Lone Star Quilt Patterns
Few quilt patterns capture the imagination quite like the Lone Star quilt. With its intricate design and bold geometric layout, this timeless pattern has been a favorite among quilters for generations. Whether you’re drawn to its mesmerizing symmetry, its potential … Read More...
30 Things To Sew With Leather
?Embarking on leather crafting offers a fulfilling journey into creating durable and stylish accessories. Whether you’re utilizing a domestic sewing machine or hand-stitching, understanding the appropriate techniques and patterns is crucial. This guide explores various leather patterns, distinguishing between … Read More...
Quilting Rulers You Actually Need (Without Buying the Whole Wall)
If you’ve ever stood in front of a ruler display and thought, “Surely I don’t need all of these?” — you are absolutely right.
Quilting rulers multiply fast. Triangles. Squares. Half-square triangle trim tools. Specialty shapes. It’s enough to … Read More...
Nope, Not Today Sloth Embroidery Design – Funny Machine Embroidery Pattern Review
This one made me laugh because honestly, the mood is very relatable. The Nope, Not Today Embroidery Design – Adorable Sloth Pattern by Embroidery Escape is a machine embroidery download on Design Bundles, and it comes in 4 sizes, … Read More...
19 Printable and Die Cutable Teacher Quotes
As the kids are graduating from school don’t forget to include their teachers and all their hard work through out the school year in your scrapbooking. Or if you’re a teacher be sure to make some pages to remember this … Read More...
Designer Spotlight: Stitching 4 Seasons
Stitch 4 Seasons has a small but cute collection of cross stitch patterns that’s heavy on patriotic designs and samplers done in the form of cake stands.
Because that’s sort of a unique cross stitch genera I wanted to make … Read More...
Sunflower Crochet Kits On Sale Right Now: Cute Beginner Kits To Make Or Gift
There is something about sunflowers that just makes everything feel a little brighter, isn’t there? Even if your yarn basket is overflowing, your hook has gone missing again, and you have three unfinished projects quietly judging you from the sofa, … Read More...
5 Quilt Block Design Books Every Quilter Should Own
(Block Libraries That Turn One Idea Into Endless Quilts)
One of the easiest ways to become a more confident quilter is to start thinking in blocks instead of full quilt patterns
When you have a good quilt block reference book … Read More...
10 Crochet Hooded Scarf Patterns For Cozy Winter Making
There is something wonderfully sensible about a crochet scarf with a hood. It is one of those handmade pieces that makes you wonder why we ever separated hats and scarves in the first place. A hooded crochet scarf keeps … Read More...
Sewing Pattern Saturday – Junie Romper Children’s Sewing Pattern Review
Some children’s sewing patterns instantly signal that they’re designed for real kids — the ones who crawl, roll, nap, and play hard. The Junie Romper stood out because it looks genuinely comfortable first, cute second. It’s sweet without being fussy … Read More...
Beginner’s Guide to Scrapbooking: How to Start Scrapbooking (Without Feeling Overwhelmed)
If you’ve been searching for a beginner’s guide to scrapbooking, chances are you’re either:
- Staring at a pile of photos
• Feeling sentimental and don’t know where to start
• Or slightly intimidated by those perfectly styled scrapbook pages online
Crochet Lizard Coaster Pattern PDF – A Funny Beginner-Friendly Reptile Mug Rug
This Popping Lizard Coaster Crochet Pattern is one of those wonderfully silly crochet projects that makes people smile before they’ve even put a mug on it. The lizard is worked with a simple round coaster body, then finished with a … Read More...
How to Make a Dimensional Shadow Box Card
How stinkin’ adorable is this shadow box card from Lynn!? There’s a darling bear sitting among the daisies with a sweet cottage in the background in a box with a hanger so the recipient can hang it like an ornament … Read More...
Knit a Giant Body Pillow Cover
I like to sleep with a body pillow and have done so for years. I’ve sewn a few different pillowcases for my pillow through the years, but I never would have thought to knit a cover for a body pillow. … Read More...
Sanrio and Hello Kitty Activities
Bring a little fun to the classroom or use these Sanrio character activity sheets at home for your Hello Kitty loving kiddo.
Make an easy and adorable Hello Kitty bookmark complete with decorated pasta bow with these instructions from Artsy … Read More...
10 Movie Night Popcorn Crochet Patterns For Cozy Couch Crafting
There is something wonderfully nostalgic about a proper movie night, isn’t there? The blankets come out, someone claims the good spot on the couch, the dog mysteriously appears the second snacks are opened, and suddenly everyone is very invested in … Read More...
DIY Daily Shower Cleaner Recipe Review – A Simple Homemade Spray for Keeping the Bathroom Fresh
If you’re the kind of person who loves the idea of a sparkling shower but absolutely does not love the scrubbing part, this DIY Daily Shower Cleaner Recipe from CraftBits is a very practical little project to keep on hand. … Read More...
Free Felting Tutorial Friday: Needle Felted Sheep
If you’ve been following my felting adventures for a while, you already know I have a soft spot for sheep — and, really, all things farm animal themed. There’s just something so comforting about creating these fluffy, gentle creatures out … Read More...