If you like your knitting with a touch of the mystical, you’ll love Magical Knits from the North by Katinka Sarjanoja and Meri Mort. This collection of 19 knitting patterns includes socks, mitts, hats, a couple of sweaters, shawls and … Read More...
Unlock the Secret: How to Land Your Crochet Patterns in Top Magazines
If you’ve ever looked at a crochet magazine and thought, “I’d love to see one of my designs in there,” this guide is for you. Getting a crochet pattern published in a magazine is exciting, but it takes more than … Read More...
Masculine Scrapbook Layout Ideas for Boys, Men, and Everyday Stories
Masculine scrapbook layouts can be surprisingly tricky to get right. When you’re documenting memories of boys, men, or everyday family life, it’s easy to feel stuck between pages that look too themed or designs that feel flat and uninspired. The … Read More...
Book Review: How to Build Your Own Country
I think most kids think about what it would be like to run their own country from time to time, and How to Build Your Own Country by Valerie Wyatt helps kids to do just that, whether their nation is … Read More...
Add Some Texture to Your Summer Knitting
Andalusian stitch is a basic knit purl knitting stitch pattern that I love but I never think to use on projects. It’s a pretty easy four-row repeat where three of the rows are just stockinette stitch.
You need a multiple … Read More...
101 Things To Do With Peanut Butter
Pamela Bennett’s “101 Things to Do with Peanut Butter” is a delightful exploration of one of America’s most beloved pantry staples. This cookbook goes far beyond the classic PB&J, offering a variety of recipes that showcase the versatility of peanut … Read More...
Ambush Dog And Cat Wall Hanging Pattern
Wall hanging featuring a playful black, white & tan puppy on a wooden floor with a yellow ball, about to be ambushed by a mischievous orange tabby under the drapes. Executed in raw-edge, fused & machine-stitched applique.
Executed in raw-edge, … Read More...
Simply Stitched with Punch Needle: 11 Artful Punch Needle Projects to Embroider with Floss
“Simply Stitched with Punch Needle” by Yumiko Higuchi is a delightful invitation to the world of punch needle embroidery. If you’re an embroidery enthusiast looking to expand your stitching horizons, this book is a must-have.
Yumiko Higuchi, a renowned Japanese … Read More...
12 Handmade Tropical Card Ideas
It’s getting hot, summer is in full swing so it’s a great time to incorporate a Tropical theme into your handmade cards. This bold, colorful style features images like palm trees, colorful blooms, beachy scenes and jungle animals and … Read More...
All sorts of fun 4th of July crafts to celebrate with
Mother Nature makes some pretty amazing flowers but why not make some red, white and blue ones just for the 4th of July? That idea and more easy crafts to celebrate the 4th of July can be found at … Read More...
Fireworks Cross Stitch Patterns
I know fireworks are kind of controversial because they are loud and be difficult for some people to tolerate for lots of reasons, but you can’t deny they’re colorful and fun to cross stitch. Here’s a collection of fireworks and … Read More...
Knit Matching Socks and Sweater with Black Cats
I feel like I write about cats a lot, but looking back there don’t seem to me as many posts on the subject as I thought there were. (I did find a cat sweater and a pair of socks to … Read More...
4th of July Gnome – Crochet Pattern
Get ready to add some patriotic flair to your amigurumi collection with our Patriotic Gnome crochet pattern! This adorable pattern allows even novice crocheters to create a delightful 4th of July gnome, perfect for gifting or decorating your home.… Read More...
Namaste and Sew: 25 Must-Have Sewing Projects for Your Yoga Class Essentials
Are you a yogi who loves to infuse your practice with a touch of creativity and personal flair? Whether you’re a seasoned yogi or just starting your journey, there’s something special about crafting your own yoga accessories. From comfortable pants … Read More...
Knit a Three Color Zigzag Shawl
It might be a little early for folks in the Northern Hemisphere to be thinking about fall knitting, but that’s the only thing I can think of when I look at the Electric Sheep shawl knitting pattern from Beata Jezek … Read More...
No Sew Plush Ruby Ray Crochet Pattern
I recently stumbled upon the No Sew Plush Ruby Ray pattern by TheresasCrochetShop, and I am beyond thrilled with this delightful mega stingray amigurumi creation! This easy-to-follow PDF crochet pattern has turned into a mesmerizing project, and I couldn’t be … Read More...
Sunday Spotlight – Pot Leaf, Marijuana Quilt Pattern
Welcome to our Sunday Spotlight series, where we showcase unique and innovative quilting patterns from independent Etsy sellers. Today, we’re excited to feature the “Pot Leaf” Foundation Paper Piecing Pattern by FullBobbinDesigns. Let’s dive into this versatile pattern that’s … Read More...
Suitcase Shaped Vacation Mini Album
Check out this adorable Vacation Mini Album project from Traci! It’s perfect for keeping all your wonderful travel photos and memories in. The album base is black acrylic held together with two metal “O” rings and decorated with travel themed … Read More...
To Ways to Back a Hoop to Frame Cross Stitch
A popular way to finish embroidery and cross stitch patterns is to frame them in the hoop you stitched them in. This is an easy way to finish projects and you can make it a little fancier by painting the … Read More...
Grab My Stash Busting Strategies Ebook
I have had the idea for a long time (since before my teenage daughter was born, probably) to write a book about stash busting for knitters and crocheters. Not necessarily about purging yarn (though I do have a book about … Read More...