With summer coming on in the Northern Hemisphere, I feel like we all need some fun activities we can do with one kid at home or a bunch in a classroom when it’s too hot to go outside (I guess … Read More...
10 DIY 4th of July Wreaths To Dress Up Your Front Door
There is something wonderfully welcoming about a handmade wreath on the front door, especially when summer entertaining rolls around. Whether you are hosting a backyard barbecue, setting up the porch for fireworks night, or just want the house to feel … Read More...
Patriotic USA Letters – Free Crochet Pattern
If you are looking for a quick and unusual patriotic crochet project, these Patriotic USA Crochet Letters are a fun little make. Instead of another flag-themed decoration or star-spangled dishcloth, this pattern turns the letters U, S, and A into … Read More...
How to Make Keto Granola Bars (Low Carb, No Sugar and Actually Delicious)
If you’ve ever tried to find a good keto granola bar, you’ll know the struggle.
Most of them either taste like cardboard, fall apart the second you unwrap them, or have that slightly suspicious “is this actually food?” aftertaste.… Read More...
Sewing Pattern Saturday – Wide Leg Jumpsuit PDF Sewing Pattern Review
Some sewing patterns stop you mid-scroll because you can instantly imagine how they’ll fit into your everyday wardrobe. This wide leg jumpsuit does exactly that. It feels modern but not trend-chasing, relaxed without looking sloppy, and practical enough to actually … Read More...
How to add Detailed Stitching to Your Handmade Cards
I love mixing media, using one type of craft, product or technique with another type of craft, it gives you endless possibilities to take your crafting even further. For me this is especially true with card making, there are so … Read More...
Unique Stitch Crafts: Travel & Christmas Stocking Cross Stitch Patterns
Unique Stitch Crafts is a Turkish Etsy shop with two clear specialties in their cross stitch patterns: travel-poster designs for cities and national parks, and an enormous collection of Christmas stockings — more than 100 of them.
By far the … Read More...
Choose Your Own Brioche Knitting Adventure with this Shawl Knitting Pattern
If you’re looking for a fun project to play with brioche knitting, check out the My Buddy knitting pattern/recipe from Casuarinagirl on Ravelry.
This project doesn’t include a brioche tutorial, so it’s good to know the basics, including how … Read More...
Courtyard Garden Quilt Kit Review – A Classic Floral Quilt with Vintage Garden Charm
Every now and then a quilt kit appears that immediately feels like it belongs in a sun-filled cottage, draped over a wooden bench or folded neatly at the end of a guest bed. The Courtyard Garden Quilt Kit – Le … Read More...
Free Loving Life Crochet Blanket – Free Crochet Pattern
I do love a crochet blanket pattern that looks cheerful without feeling overcomplicated, and the Free Loving Life Crochet Blanket Pattern from Mary Maxim definitely has that bright, happy feel. It’s offered as a free download on their site, which … Read More...
Free Dotted Lines Embroidery Pattern Review
This free beginner embroidery pattern feels like a nice change of pace if florals aren’t always your thing. “Dotted Lines” has a more minimal, modern sound to it, which makes it appealing for stitchers who like clean lines, simple embellishment, … Read More...
Peyote Stitch Pendants And Necklaces: 10 Seed Bead Jewelry Projects To Make
Peyote stitch pendants and necklaces are where seed beadwork starts to feel a little bit magical. Bracelets and rings are lovely, of course, but once you turn peyote stitch into a pendant, a beaded rope, a shaped focal, or a … Read More...
How to Make a Masculine Folio Album
Using the Rustic Legend collection from Simple Stories Conny created this wonderful masculine folio mini album. There’s lots of rich color combinations with wood grains, stripes, blueprint and plaids. There’s also retro images of records, head phones and cameras, outdoorsy … Read More...
Learning about Finland for Kids
Finland is a country in Northern Europe bordered by Sweden, Norway and Russia, as well as the Gulf of Finland and the Gulf of Bothnia. Let’s learn more about this Nordic country.
Finland Basics
Finland is 130,678 square miles, or … Read More...
How Craft Bloggers Can Use AI Without Losing Their Handmade Voice
A practical guide for knitting and crochet bloggers who want to use AI for blog writing, SEO, Pinterest, content planning and image ideas without losing their handmade voice or reader trust.
AI is one of those topics that can … Read More...
How To Start Selling Crochet From Home Without Turning Your Hobby Into A Headache
Wondering if you could sell your crochet? This beginner-friendly guide walks through what to make, how to price your handmade crochet, where to sell it, and how to test the waters without burning yourself out.
Have you ever finished a … Read More...
Vintage Doily Jar Lanterns: A Pretty Recycled Jar Craft For Weddings, Tables & Cozy Corners
Turn old glass jars, thrifted doilies, lace, burlap and twine into romantic DIY jar lanterns for weddings, table décor, porch styling and handmade gifts. A pretty recycled craft for adults using supplies you may already have.
There is something about … Read More...
Book Review: The Royal School of Needlework Book of Embroidery
If you love embroidery books that feel both beautiful and genuinely useful, The Royal School of Needlework Book of Embroidery is the kind of title that earns its place on the craft shelf instead of just looking pretty on it.… Read More...
4 FREE Downloadable Sentiments for Dad
Whether it’s Father’s Day, Dad’s birthday or he’s done something you want to thank him for these 4 FREE downloadable sentiments will come in handy for creating projects for Dads. Make him a heartfelt handmade card, use them on scrapbook … Read More...
Stitch Your Favorite Fruit on a Sweater
The other day I saw a post from Pinterest about trends for summer and it said one of them was “cultivating whimsy.”
Well, I don’t know where Pinterest has been all this time, but we’ve been cultivating whimsy here at … Read More...