If you’re like me, you’ve stared at your weekly grocery budget and thought, How am I supposed to stretch this into meals for an entire week? Spoiler alert: It’s totally possible, and I’m here to show you how I … Read More...
12 Handmade Cards that Focus on Words and Sentiments
This beautiful card has a large die cut sentiment with pink ombre color added, it’s over top of a die cut frame to really draw in the eye. There’s also small die cut butterflies in white and pretty stamped flowers … Read More...
Book Review: Shining Bright, Shining Black
Kids and adults alike need more stories of Black excellence all year long, but especially during Black History Month it’s a great time to focus on current and historical figures whose stories should be shared.
Hexagon Knitting Patterns
Knitting squares, rectangles and triangles can get boring after a while, so why not throw in some different shapes, like hexagons?
I started thinking about hexagons because of Amy Gunderson’s Rainbow Remnants cowl (see it on Ravelry), which uses … Read More...
20+ DIY Quilts You Can Make In 1 Hour!
Exploring the World of Speedy Quilting: 1-Hour Quilt Patterns and Tutorials
Quilting, a timeless art form that weaves stories and warmth into every stitch, can also be a delightful journey of efficiency. In this roundup, we embark on a thrilling … Read More...
Duo Pillow Covers Crochet Pattern
These crochet covers are rather boho in their design, and be added onto any existing patterned cover.
If you’re looking to add a touch of elegance and charm to your home décor, the Duo Pillow Covers Crochet Pattern from Annie’s … Read More...
Sunday Spotlight – Sunshine Cabin Mini Quilt Pattern
Welcome back to our Sunday Spotlight series, where we unveil the vibrant world of Etsy quilting patterns created by talented artisans. Today, we’re thrilled to present a pattern that radiates warmth and charm, perfect for brightening up any space.
Prepare … Read More...
Lavender Tank: A Perfect Summer Project (with a slight resizing tweak!)
I recently made the Lavender Tank by Audrey Trecasse, and I’m so happy with how it turned out! The design is beautiful, with delicate puff details that give the piece a lovely floral touch—perfect for warm weather. I chose the … Read More...
10 Tips and Techniques for Art Journaling
If your interested in taking your scrapbooking and paper crafting in a new direction try some art journaling. You can use your own photos and journaling or just play with products and techniques to create mixed media collage art on … Read More...
St. Patrick’s Day Math Activities
I have written a lot of St. Patrick’s Day posts over the years (see for example, St. Patrick’s Day STEM, leprechaun traps, class party games, shamrock learning activities and printables, just to name a few) but it … Read More...
Flower Embroidery: Over 100 Floral Motifs and Projects to Create
“Flower Embroidery: Over 100 Floral Motifs and Projects to Create” by Susie Johns is a comprehensive guide that offers both novice and experienced embroiderers a rich collection of floral designs and projects. Scheduled for release on March 18, 2025, this … Read More...
Lottie Retro Flower Blanket – Crochet Pattern
The Lottie Retro Flower Blanket, designed by Lauren Robinson, is a delightful crochet pattern that promises to take you on a journey back in time. With its vibrant colors and playful retro vibe, this blanket is sure to evoke feelings … Read More...
Learn the No-Line Watercolor Stamping Technique
If you’re not familiar with no-line coloring with stamping, it’s where you use a light colored ink (instead of the standard black) so the outline fades away, it gives a very hand painted, artistic look. This technique requires some practice … Read More...
Joann Bankruptcy Updates
The filings have been flying in the Joann bankruptcy case, and I’ve got another update for you. Earlier this week I told you about the company asking the bankruptcy court for permission to close around 500 of their 800 retail … Read More...
I love recycled book pages- they are perfect for heart Valentine pouches
These Valentine heart pouches made by sewing two recycled book pages together have a special tag that is a bit like a fortune cookie. I just think these are all kinds of right! If you love them too pop on … Read More...
How to Dye Cross Stitch Fabric
When I was learning to cross stitch as a kid, there were not a lot of options when it came to the color of cross stitch fabric. Other things may have been available, but in that age before the Internet … Read More...
Knit a Simple Scarf with Knits and Purls
The other day I was talking about how much I love knitting because you can do so much with a few basic techniques, and how it can be used to make things dramatically detailed or basic but ever so useful.… Read More...
Granny Stripe Winter Cardigan Crochet Pattern
Looking for a cozy yet stylish winter cardigan that adds a unique touch to your wardrobe? The Granny Stripe Winter Cardigan crochet pattern by Jen Snedden Peever is a perfect blend of traditional crochet techniques and modern fashion. This … Read More...
4 FREE Valentine Word and Accents SVG Cut Files
If you’re working on scrapbook layouts for Valentine’s Day you’re going to want to download this cute collections of FREE SVG cut files. There’s four scripty words: cupid, hugs, love, kisses, a candy love heart, a bow and some stars. … Read More...
Ramadan Crafts for Kids
Making crafts for Ramadan is a lot of fun for kids, because it gives them something to focus on and a way to think about the observance at a time when they might not actually be participating in the fast. … Read More...