Did you know that what we think of as a good piece of art typically includes seven elements? Those elements are:
- line: the basic marks that form a drawing or painting
- shape: two-dimensional objects that can be formed from lines
Video Tutorial – Cherry Blossom Tree – Hand Embroidery
Lesson 05: Cherry Blossom Tree Embroidery – French Knot Flowers
A basic and easy approach for making a cherry blossom tree.
All six strands of cotton embroidery floss were utilized.
Cherry blossoms are associated with both birth and death, beauty … Read More...
Knitting Pattern – Spotty Cardigan And Blanket For Baby
Hey there, fellow knitters! Are you looking for a fun and adorable project to work on for the little one in your life? Look no further because I have the perfect pattern for you! Introducing the Spotty Cardigan and Blanket… Read More...
Floral Abundnace Free Coloring Sheets
Connecting Threads has some fun and creative quilt-style coloring sheets for you to download and print.
I love coloring away my stress and find the layering of colors onto a design is a great substitute for actually quilting, which … Read More...
Stamped Dragonfly Card and Bookmark Set
If you’ve got a book lover friend that has a birthday or special occasion coming up then this project is for you. Jenny used products from Altenew to create this beautiful dragonfly greeting card and matching bookmark set. The background … Read More...
Needle Felting for Star Wars Month! Free Tutorial from Woolbuddy!
Who would have thought that you could learn how to make a fairly intricate felted item from a less than 10 minute video? Well Jackie Huang of Woolbuddy has been working with fibre for quite some time now … Read More...
Wait Out Summer with the Beach Scene Vest Knitting Pattern
It might not be beach weather just yet in most parts of the world, but you can warm up and dream of beach weather while you knit and wear the Beach Scene Vest from Lion Brand Yarn.
The pattern comes … Read More...
Tips for Stitching a Large Cross Stitch Project
I tend to stick to really small cross stitch projects that I can complete relatively quickly. There are a couple of bigger cross stitch projects on my list, I have the supplies for them, but I have never gotten very … Read More...
How to make an adorable recycled apple jar
I love working with recycled jars. Sometimes you don’t really even need to do anything to them as they are pretty on their own. The shape or the label is cool. In this case a bit of paint and … Read More...
Free Crochet Pattern – Hexagon Flowers Bag
The Hexagon Flowers Bag crochet pattern is a beautiful and practical project that combines the art of crochet with the need for an eco-friendly alternative to plastic bags. The pattern is easy to follow and suitable for crocheters of all … Read More...
Free Knitting Pattern – Baby Booties
The Baby Booties pattern is a simple yet adorable design that is perfect for keeping your little one’s feet warm and cozy. This particular pattern uses Patons Beehive Baby Sport yarn, a soft and lightweight yarn that is perfect for … Read More...
14+ Baby and Infant Scrapbook Layout Ideas
When taking so many baby photos I’m sure it’s hard to pick a favorite but try to chose just one and create a layout around it like this sweet page created by Debbi. You can take a closer look at … Read More...
Cozy Cardigan Knitting Patterns
As the weather gets warmer in the Northern Hemisphere, it’s easy to forget our Southern Hemisphere friends are dealing with the opposite weather pattern. As it gets colder there, knitters may well be thinking about big, cozy cardigans they can … Read More...
Star Wars Learning Activities for Kids
Whether you celebrate May the Fourth be with You, Revenge of the Fifth, or This is the May, Star Wars activities are super fun all month long (or any other time) and give you a great excuse to talk about … Read More...
Luxe Oversize Shrug Crochet Pattern
Introducing the Luxe Oversize Shrug Crochet Pattern, a beautiful and stylish design that will keep you warm and cozy all year round. As someone who loves to crochet, I know the satisfaction of creating something that not only looks great … Read More...
13 Fun and Whimsical Summer Coloring Pages
How adorable are these coloring pages!? They are so fun, cute and whimsical and each has a fun summer theme. You’ll find summer treats, travel, mermaids, seashells and more on these 13 FREE coloring sheets that you can download, print … Read More...
The Key to Raglan Cardigans that Fit
I’m not sure that I’ve ever knit a raglan cardigan, though I do love raglan pullovers. Designer Jessica McDonald knit a couple of them and then was distressed to discover that they quickly became misshapen while wearing, to the point … Read More...
Book Review: Free Spirit Stitching
It’s so fun to combine different kinds of stitching in the same project. Free Spirit Stitching: 8 Vibrant and Colorful Stitching Adventures by Debra Valencia allows you to do just that.
These projects include cross stitch and embroidery techniques together … Read More...
Enchanted Lace Afghan Crochet Pattern
If you’re looking for the perfect gift for a special occasion, then look no further than our Enchanted Lace afghan pattern. This stunning design features rows of diamond-shaped half cluster stitch patterns and open lace stars, creating a delicate and … Read More...
Video Tutorial – RAG QUILT FOR BEGINNERS
If you’re looking for a fun and practical sewing project, a rag quilt is a great place to start. Not only is it a great way to use up excess fabric and old clothes, but it also creates a cozy … Read More...