Nothing says Autumn quite like colorful falling leaves. They are the perfect image to add to your Fall and Halloween handmade cards this time of year. This collections of FREE digital stamps includes beautiful leaves and nuts with 5 images … Read More...
Book Review: The Not-So-Wicked Witch
Witches tend to have a bad reputation in literature, especially children’s stories. From the Wicked Witch to Roald Dahl’s The Witches, they’re always scheming and trying to cause havoc, steal children (and sometimes even eat them) and other terrible … Read More...
Bold Ribbed Shrug Knitting Pattern
The other day I shared a bunch of ribbed hat knitting patterns, but of course ribbing is great for lots of other projects, too. Ribbing automatically gives anything a structured look, and it’s a great choice when you need … Read More...
Book Review – Festive Fall Quilts
“Festive Fall Quilts” by Kim Schaefer is a delightful collection of 21 piecing and appliqué projects designed to bring the spirit of fall into your home. As a fan of Kim Schaefer’s work, I couldn’t wait to dive … Read More...
12 Autumn Leaves Scrapbook Layout Ideas
This beautiful layout from Dana has leaves she cut from subtle pattern paper, added holes and then hand stitched each one to add amazing color and texture. The soft colors of the background and border papers help the photo and … Read More...
Knitty is Celebrating the Clapotis
If you were around at the beginning of the knitting Internet, you might remember the Clapotis (pronounced, apparently, clap-o-tee; I’ve been saying it wrong in my head for 20 years!). Originally published in the fall 2004 issue of Knitty, it … Read More...
DIY Little Prince Costume for Boys
With Halloween coming up, kids and parents are all thinking about costumes. I’ve always enjoyed a DIY costume. It’s fun to make your own costume and choose all the colors and details yourself. Chelsea at Sew Simple Home shows how … Read More...
How Old is that Thread Anyway?
Not too long ago I cleaned up my cross-stitch floss (which was desperately needed, I assure you) and it got me wondering about the age of some of the threads in there.
I’m not a consistent cross-stitcher by any means, … Read More...
DIY Monogram Rug: Create Your Personalized Masterpiece
Add some luxury to your front door with this DIY personalized door rug made with latch hooking.
Transform your space with a personalized touch by crafting your DIY Monogram Rug. With this project, you can infuse your home with personality … Read More...
25 DIY Crafts Made From Soda Bottles
These ordinary plastic containers, once destined for the landfill, are about to be transformed into extraordinary creations that will ignite your creativity and add a touch of eco-friendly charm to your home and garden.
From whimsical party lanterns to functional … Read More...
Embrace the spooky spirit of Halloween with the Free Spider Web Shawl crochet pattern
Spiderman would be proud of this Shawl , as the crisp autumn air fills with anticipation and the nights grow longer, it’s time to add a touch of eerie elegance to your wardrobe. What better way to celebrate the season … Read More...
All Hallow’s Eve Halloween Quilt – Free Quilting Pattern
The All Hallow’s Eve Quilt, crafted by Amanda in September 2016, exudes the enchanting essence of fall. As the autumn air begins to whisper its arrival, it’s the perfect time to adorn your home with festive decor, and what better … Read More...
13 Cute Handmade Halloween Card Ideas with Stamps and Dies
This adorable card from Davina uses a window die for separate Halloween scenes with stamped houses for trick or treating, cute ghosts floating around and little piles of pumpkins with cats. Her fun background is ink blended and splattered with … Read More...
Elf Slippers To Crochet For The Holiday Season
Step into a world of whimsical holiday cheer with our roundup of Elf-themed slipper crochet patterns! Perfect for adding a touch of Christmas festive magic to your home, these delightful slippers are ideal for keeping your feet warm during the … Read More...
Rosh Hashanah Crafts and Activities for Kids
Rosh Hashanah is the celebration of the Jewish new year, and it moves around on the Gregorian calendar but is generally sometime in the fall.
I’ve shared lots of Rosh Hashanah crafts and activities before, but here are a few … Read More...
Quite possibly the easiest way to decorate a pumpkin
This pumpkin is so festive and cheery. Not spooky, but if you switched up the colors of the yarn I bet you could get a completely different look with this simple wrapped pumpkin. Grab your favorite yarn, sting or ripped … Read More...
Ribbed Hat Knitting Patterns
I’m not much of a hat person, though I really want to be, but if I am going to wear a knit hat, odds are good I’m going to go for a ribbed hat.
Ribbed hats are great knitting projects … Read More...
Create Cherished Memories with Personalized Tree Ornaments – Free Pattern
Step into the holiday spirit and add a heartfelt touch to your Christmas decor with our Personalized Tree Ornaments! Crafted with love and designed to become cherished keepsakes, these charming ornaments are the perfect addition to your festive celebrations.… Read More...
Unleash the Magic: 50 Bewitching Black Cat Halloween Crochet Patterns
Black cats have long been intertwined with the mystique of Halloween, serving as both symbols of good luck and omens of mischief. From ancient folklore to modern-day superstitions, these feline companions have captivated our imaginations for centuries.
Do you see … Read More...
Sunday Spotlight – Quilted Apple Bottom Bag Pattern
Welcome back to our Sunday Spotlight series, where we bring you another captivating quilting pattern from the talented creators on Etsy. Each Sunday, we aim to inspire your quilting adventures with a new pattern that showcases the creativity and craftsmanship … Read More...