Dover publications Bugs and Blooms Coloring Book is filled with wonderful images of florals, botanicals, flowers, insects and bugs. They are sharing FREE digital images to download to try it out that you can use as coloring pages or as … Read More...
We Did It! The All-New CraftGossip App Is Here (And Yes… It’s FREE!)
I’m going to say something a lot of long-time bloggers probably won’t admit…
Keeping up with the times is hard.
CraftGossip has been around since 2007 (which still feels wild to say out loud), and over the years we’ve watched … Read More...
Sarcastic Space Cross Stitch
The words “sarcastic space cross stitch” aren’t really words I expected to be typing all in a row like that, but I don’t know what else to call this design from JP Crochet.
I mean, the designer calls it “funny … Read More...
Book Review: Colorwork Knitting from Head to Toe
Carmen Jorissen’s Colorwork Knitting for Head to Toe encourages people who’ve never tried colorwork knitting to get started and has patterns that might still be fun for someone more skilled at colorwork.
The book includes 20 patterns — five each … Read More...
How to Make Banana Chips at Home
If you have ever wondered how to make banana chips at home, you are in for one of those satisfyingly simple kitchen projects that feels much fancier than it really is. Banana chips are crisp, naturally sweet, and perfect for … Read More...
How to Make an Anxiety Calm Down Pouch (Also Called Anxiety Bags, Panic Pouches, or Calm-Down Kits)
If you have ever had one of those days where your brain feels loud, your chest feels tight, and even the smallest thing suddenly feels like too much, then a little calm-down pouch can be a genuinely helpful thing to … Read More...
Best Thread for Quilting: Cotton vs Polyester vs Blend (For Hobby Quilters)
If you’ve ever had thread snap mid-seam, create lint fuzz in your machine, or leave your quilt feeling stiff… you already know thread matters more than we think.
When I first started quilting, I grabbed whatever spool was closest. Thread … Read More...
Butterfly Bead Bookmark for Kids – A Sweet Handmade Gift Craft for Mothers Day, Teachers, and Classrooms
The Butterfly Bead Bookmark is one of those older-style kids’ crafts that still has plenty of charm, especially if you are looking for something a little more giftable than the usual paper-and-glue project. It uses assorted beads, wire, a sequin, … Read More...
12 Scrapbook Layout Ideas Inspired by Vintage Design
Gloria’s beautiful layout has wonderful vintage images like a library card catalog, view master wheel, metal keys, tickets and torn ledger papers. These harder images are balanced with softer florals and butterflies for a harmonious design. Take a closer look … Read More...
Folk Trees Blanket – Crochet Pattern
This one is a little bit special, and if you’re someone who enjoys crochet projects that feel more like an heirloom than a quick make, you’ll understand why. The Folk Trees Blanket by Scheepjes, available via Jimmy Beans … Read More...
Learn about Bicycle Safety and Care for Kids
May is Bicycle Safety Month, and as the weather gets warmer in the north of the world, more kids are riding bikes so it’s a great time for some reminders or learning bike safety for the first time.
If you’re … Read More...
Chocolate Bouquet – A Sweet Mother’s Day Gift Idea She’ll Actually Want
If you’re looking for a Mother’s Day gift idea that feels a little more special than a last-minute box of chocolates, this Chocolate Bouquet project from CraftBits is such a fun one. Instead of handing Mum a standard gift bag, … Read More...
Easy Butterfly Crochet Patterns for Beginners
If you’ve been itching to crochet something small, pretty, and a little bit cheerful, butterfly patterns are such a lovely place to start. They’re usually quick to make, don’t need a mountain of yarn, and give you that satisfying … Read More...
Martha Stewart Green Knife Set Review: Why These Sage Green Kitchen Knives Are So Easy to Love
If you have a soft spot for pretty kitchen tools, this Martha Stewart green knife set is the kind of find that makes you stop scrolling. The set is the Martha Stewart 16 Piece Lockton High Carbon Stainless Steel Cutlery … Read More...
Don’t Buy Another Felting Mat Until You Read This!
If you’ve ever bought a felting mat that turned into a sad, holey pancake after just a few projects — you’re not alone. It’s one of the most frustrating parts of needle felting: finding a surface that actually lasts.
You … Read More...
12 Handmade Floral Mother’s Day Card Ideas
Brenda’s beautiful blue Morning Glories card uses layering stencils and blending with ink pads to create a wide border. Overtop she added a panel of scalloped die cut vellum and then the large stamped blue sentiment that’s been die cut. … Read More...
How To Make Easy Homemade Granola Bars – That Are Better Than Store-Bought
There is something very satisfying about making your own snacks from scratch, especially when they turn out better than the boxed version. And homemade granola bars really do. They are chewy, hearty, easy to customize, and you can make a … Read More...
Bugs and Butterflies to Cross Stitch for Spring
‘Tis the season for bugs in the Northern Hemisphere, and while they can be kind of annoying sometimes, it’s important to remember that they are an important part of our ecosystem and a lot of them are both weird and … Read More...
Knit a Field of Flowers in Your Knitting Projects
I know it’s said April showers bring May flowers, but we already have plenty of flowers in bloom where I live, and it’s got me in the mood to knit some projects with flowers on them. Or at least talk … Read More...
DIY 4th of July Cookout Gift Bouquet with Roses, Snacks, and Backyard Essentials
If you are heading to a 4th of July cookout and want to take something a bit more memorable than a standard grocery store hostess gift, this patriotic gift bouquet is a really fun option. It combines festive flowers with … Read More...