Independent craft blog since 2007
Every quilter eventually reaches a point where they want to move beyond simply following patterns and start really understanding why certain techniques work.
That’s exactly the feeling I had when I started looking through The Patchwork Companion: Master Skills with … Read More...
If you are always hunting for fresh activity calendar ideas for aged care, therapy groups, or community programs, this CraftBits article is actually a handy little starting point. Special Occasion Theme Days is less of a step-by-step craft tutorial and … Read More...
Sewing Pattern Saturday is where I highlight independent Etsy designers who are creating sewing patterns that feel stylish, wearable, and thoughtfully put together. Each feature is written as an honest review from a real sewist’s point of view. I’m always … Read More...
You know that drawer.
The one filled with birthday cards, Christmas cards, Mother’s Day notes, and handwritten messages you can’t quite throw away.
Some are from people we’ve lost. Some from the kids when they were little and their handwriting … Read More...
Every year Altenew Stamps releases an anniversary set that features one large floral stamp and this years collection called Sakura Blooms has a massive clear stamp that measures 8″ x 11″ , how crazy is that!? What can you do … Read More...
There is something deeply satisfying about a crochet project that earns its keep in the kitchen, and this Scrubbie Dish Cloth Free Crochet Pattern definitely falls into that category. It’s quick, practical, and just a little bit clever thanks to … Read More...
It’s well know around these parts that I’m a sucker for knitting projects that are inspired by quilting (there’s a whole post full of quilt inspired knitting patterns you can check out for reference).
What I love even more? When … Read More...
Normally when I decide to write about a cross stitch designer I like them to have a good number of patterns that I can talk about. It helps you to see a range of options if you’re looking for a … Read More...
If you’ve been curious about making your own laundry soap from scratch but keep imagining a complicated process, a bench full of equipment, and a very good chance of making a mess, this is a great place to start. A … Read More...
If you’ve been searching for how to make cold foam at home, you are definitely not alone. This is one of those coffee trends that looks fancy, tastes even better, and somehow makes an ordinary iced coffee feel like a … Read More...
Janus took the original Wizard of Oz and Wicked and mashed them together to create this amazing mini scrapbook album. It’s got that odd sort of triangular shape of the Grimmerie spell book from Wicked but is filled with classic … Read More...
Everything is Music is a quick read with a lot to look at that will slow the reading down and encourage kids to think about the music in the sounds they hear every day.
The book, written and illustrated by … Read More...
There are two kinds of oatmeal raisin cookie people in this world. The ones who politely take one from the plate because it feels like the “sensible” choice, and the ones who know a really good oatmeal raisin cookie is … Read More...
If you’ve been searching for how to blend Copic markers smoothly, how to avoid streaks with alcohol markers, or easy Copic marker tips for beginners, this guide is going to save you frustration (and probably a few … Read More...
Dover publications Bugs and Blooms Coloring Book is filled with wonderful images of florals, botanicals, flowers, insects and bugs. They are sharing FREE digital images to download to try it out that you can use as coloring pages or as … Read More...
I’m going to say something a lot of long-time bloggers probably won’t admit…
Keeping up with the times is hard.
CraftGossip has been around since 2007 (which still feels wild to say out loud), and over the years we’ve watched … Read More...
The words “sarcastic space cross stitch” aren’t really words I expected to be typing all in a row like that, but I don’t know what else to call this design from JP Crochet.
I mean, the designer calls it “funny … Read More...
Carmen Jorissen’s Colorwork Knitting for Head to Toe encourages people who’ve never tried colorwork knitting to get started and has patterns that might still be fun for someone more skilled at colorwork.
The book includes 20 patterns — five each … Read More...
If you have ever wondered how to make banana chips at home, you are in for one of those satisfyingly simple kitchen projects that feels much fancier than it really is. Banana chips are crisp, naturally sweet, and perfect for … Read More...
If you have ever had one of those days where your brain feels loud, your chest feels tight, and even the smallest thing suddenly feels like too much, then a little calm-down pouch can be a genuinely helpful thing to … Read More...
