Handpicked crafts for creative people
Sometimes a yarn and stitch pattern combine in a pattern in really beautiful ways that makes something even more special than it would otherwise be.
Vanessa Smith’s Aslyn hat pattern uses twisted rib and a lattice pattern that would be … Read More...
This Crochet pattern is for this gorgeous “Royal Street” Shawl. This pattern is free and available for download via Lionbrand.
We are always so excited when we find a new Crochet pattern that hits all the marks and we are … Read More...
There is something about clothespins crafts that I just love. And these cute little Reindeer clothespin Christmas ornaments are no exception. They are super cute and fun to make. You can see the full tutorial on how to make these … Read More...
Flurry is a graphic and modern snowflake quilt perfect for making a statement in your winter decor! Bright colors on a black background are striking too! This advanced beginner pattern uses raw-edge applique and includes suggestions for resizing the quilt … Read More...
Using dies from Lawn Fawn Mindy created these utterly adorable little gift boxes. I love the little animals with Santa hats on. By adding ribbon to them they also double as an ornament for the recipient too, so cute and … Read More...
Sew a special stocking for your dog and cat with this free tutorial by Handmade Charlotte. The stockings are easily made from felt. The free pattern includes the templates for both the bone and the mouse decorations so you can … Read More...
One of the fun things about crafting is that you can often use a pattern designed for one crafty genre in a different media.
Knitting pattern charts can be used to make perler bead designs, which can be used for … Read More...
The holidays are hectic so make scrapbooking them a bit easier by using pocket pages. Fill pockets with photos, journaling cards and pattern papers with simple embellishments. Nathalie shares a few of her pocket pages on the Elle’s Studio blog … Read More...
This one is a fun crochet market tote with all the extra stretchy fun that you get in market totes with lots of great texture of the Diana Line. It’s easy to crochet, works up fast, and gives you a … Read More...
I bet we all have everything on hand to whip up a cute Christmas tree like this one made of books, a pedestal cake plate and some figurines. I found this recycled book Christmas tree creation in an amazing collection … Read More...
This religious cross is made using wire wrapping techniques and beads. You can add a color scheme to suit your style. The tutorial can be seen here.
To make the cross pendant, you’ll need solder wire, craft wire {… Read More...
Stitch up this adorable felt gingerbread house ornament to hang on your tree! Amy from Ameroonie Designs has a free pattern you can use, plus a step by step tutorial showing how to put it together. It’s made entirely from … Read More...
If you’re making a lot of cards for the Holidays simple is the way to go. I created this quick and easy Christmas card using only dies from Hello Bluebird. I filmed a tutorial video that you can click … Read More...
Wow, how amazing is this Christmas Countdown Box from Emma Williams?! She used products from Tim Holtz like Vignette boxes, tags, trees, glitter, hardware, paints and loads more. This really is a mixed media masterpiece that would look wonderful sitting … Read More...
Hand embroidery is more and more popular – give the gift of hand sewing this year! There are lots of ideas for what to give someone who loves hand embroidery, from practical to luxurious, check out this hand sewing gift … Read More...
If you’re giving gift cards this holiday season be sure to create some cute packaging for them. Like these Mail Box Shaped Holders from Nichol Sphor. When you pull the tab at the bottom the gift card is revealed. She … Read More...
With winter coming on fast in the Northern Hemisphere, we all need to do what we can to bring on the light. The Edge of Winter Shawl by Skillfully Tangled aims to do just that, with a piece that’s part … Read More...
Lisa used papers from Pink Paislee and a digital die cut file from Page Evans to create this Magical Disney World layout. The bright colors and flowers make for a very feminine look, perfect for a photo in Minnie Mouse … Read More...
There’s nothing cuter than handmade holiday ornaments, and Kooler Design Studio has you covered for ideas with their book Mini Cross Stitch Ornaments.
The book, published by Leisure Arts, has 160 little deigns for just about everything you’d want to … Read More...
If you have pine trees where you live, this simple sensory activity should be quick and easy to set up for your preschoolers.
Little Pine Learners has all the details on the pine sweeping activity for little ones. It’s … Read More...
