Last week I shared a little bit about knitting increases, so it makes sense we’d continue our learning with a look at knitting decreases.
I feel like there are fewer options for decreases in knitting than there are increases, … Read More...
Spring Basket & Bunny Gnomes Crochet Pattern
The Spring Basket & Bunny Gnomes Crochet Pattern is a delightful crochet project that is perfect for adding fresh spring notes to your home decor. Designed by Elisa’s Crochet for Annie’s Signature Designs, this pattern includes instructions for creating a … Read More...
14 Scrapbook Layout Ideas about YOU
Create a list that includes all the things you are obsessing over right now, be sure to include a current photo of yourself enjoying one of those things. Learn more over at Studio Calico.
As scrapbookers we sometimes forget to … Read More...
DIY Sublimation Printer
For those interested in sublimation, this is a cheap way to make your own sublimation printer using an Epson Ecotank.
Sublimation printing is a popular method of printing designs onto various substrates, such as textiles, ceramics, and metals. It involves … Read More...
Learning About Eggs
It’s time to start planning for spring!
If your family decorates Easter eggs every spring, you’ll want to check out these other egg-citing projects. Learn about animals who lay eggs with get a set of free printable activity pages for … Read More...
A Few More Fun Ideas for St. Patrick’s Day
There’s something about St. Patrick’s Day that makes it so fun to plan activities and projects around. I don’t know if it’s the green at the time of year in the Northern Hemisphere that we really need to start seeing … Read More...
Book Review: 50 Knitted Wraps and Shawls
Some people are just shawl people. They love to knit them and wear them and give them as gifts (it is a project you can make for anyone and know it will fit, after all).
If you’re one of those … Read More...
Champagne corks turn into adorable Kokeshi
These are so cute! I can see making a whole bunch of them in all sorts of colors and maybe even adding rhinestones or little flowers. These adorable little recycled champagne corks painted to make kokeshi were featured at the … Read More...
Video Tutorial – How to Free Motion Quilt for Beginners
Free motion quilting is a technique used in quilting where the quilter moves the needle and fabric under the needle to create a design. Unlike traditional quilting, where the quilter uses a sewing machine to stitch in straight lines or … Read More...
12 Different Styles of Interactive Cards
Interactive cards add an extra layer of charm and surprise to your handmade creations. Whether you’re a seasoned crafter or just starting, this collection of 12 distinct styles will ignite your creativity. From shaker cards that incorporate pre-made acetate pouches … Read More...
St. Patrick’s Day Knitting Patterns for the Home
I recently shared some shamrock accessory knitting patterns for you to make and wear, but I thought it would be fun to share some St. Patrick’s Day knitting patterns for items you can use around the home.
The good news … Read More...
Celebrate International Women’s Day with Cross Stitch
March 8 is celebrated each year as International Women’s Day, a day about fighting for women’s equality and inclusion and raising awareness about gender discrimination. It’s also a fine day to celebrate feminist icons and women who have blazed … Read More...
Collography: A new word for me and a great technique to try
I didn’t know what the word collography meant, but I am so glad I took the time to learn.
It really isn’t complicated, in fact you may have already done it but didn’t know it.
Collography is a printmaking technique … Read More...
Book Review – The Chic Girl’s Guide to a One-of-a-Kind Wardrobe
A few months ago I read “The Chic Girl’s Guide to a One-of-a-Kind Wardrobe:
Altering and Embellishing Hemlines, Sleeves” and I couldn’t be happier with my decision to buy this book for myself as a Christmas gift. The … Read More...
Make the Rainbow Road Mini Quilt
This graphic, bold, and exciting quilt pattern is perfect for creating an eye-catching visual impact. In this tutorial, textile designer and modern quilter Annabel Wrigley demonstrates how to make this quilt top step by step from fabric cutting to creating … Read More...
How To Make Your Own Dehydrated Orange Powder For Soap Making
Oranges are a popular fruit around the world, prized for their tangy, sweet taste and refreshing juice. However, did you know that you can also use the peel of oranges in your soap making? Dehydrated orange powder is a versatile … Read More...
Free Pattern – Plaid Baby Blanket
This pattern, designed by the talented Tiffany of Daisy Farm Crafts, is the perfect project for anyone looking to create a cozy and stylish blanket for a new baby in their life. Tiffany created this pattern with her newborn grandson … Read More...
16 FREE SVG Cut Files for St. Patrick’s Day
If you’re creating scrapbook layouts, planner pages, greeting cards, home decor or even t-shirts to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day then this FREE SVG bundle will help you out. There’s 16 different images in this download you can cut out with … Read More...
Pi Day for Older Kids
I recently shared a few ideas for celebrating Pi Day with younger kids, but of course it’s also fun to do Pi Day with kids who are old enough to know what pi actually is.
You could have a pie … Read More...
Explore Mosaic Knitting with the Pine Sweater
Mosaic knitting is one of my favorite kinds of colorwork. Instead of having to carry and work with two different colors of yarn at the same time, mosaic knitting allows you to work with just one color per round, slipping … Read More...