Audrey really used pretty pattern papers to their best advantage on the background of this Love and Beer page. She tore 3 papers layering them down the top half of the design for wonderful color, pattern and texture. Down the … Read More...
Sweet Autumn Apple Cross Stitch Pattern
There’s something to be said for adorable little cross stitch patterns. They are small, quick to knit, easy for beginners, but satisfying for anyone of any skill level. And did I mention cute?
For example, this autumn apple from Cross … Read More...
Try This Easy Colorwork Sweater Knitting Pattern
Colorwork yoke sweaters are so popular because they give you a classic look and you get to play with a bit of color without having to do colorwork for the full garment.
If you’re intimidated by the idea of a … Read More...
Halloween Candy Corn Cat Wall Quilt Pattern
When I saw this absolutely adorable Halloween Candy Corn Cat wall quilt from Annie’s Craft Store I laughed out loud. It is so charming and perfect for Halloween.
Anyone who has ever put a clothing item on a cat knows … Read More...
20+ Chirstmas Snowman To Cross Stitch
As the holiday season approaches, it’s never too early to start planning your Christmas cross stitch projects. That’s why we’ve put together this roundup of delightful snowman-themed patterns to inspire your creativity and get you in the festive spirit. While … Read More...
Lip Balm Holder Halloween Card
This card from Angela is such a fun way to send someone a treat for Halloween! This cute little “hugger” ghost can hold a lip balm or small candy. She used some new products from Ellen Hutson to create her … Read More...
Simple and dramatic Halloween decoration idea
I love the simplicity of this Halloween decoration. I bet it would be easy to transform some recycled frames with a bit of paint, some old book pages and a plastic spider. The little bit of string really makes the … Read More...
Easy No-Sew Fabric Garland Tutorial
Create a colorful fabric garland for any holiday – without sewing a stitch! Lynnette at My Passionate Soul shows how to make this no-sew fabric garland. You can make it to suit any holiday or season by the fabric you … Read More...
“Beauty Within” Autumn Layout
Lisa Marie really transformed the chipboard shapes she used on this beautiful Autumn Layout! She colored them with colored pencils, gel pens and inks, adding glossy accents over top for some terrific shine. They are spread through out the layers … Read More...
Apple Tree Math Activity
Apples are coming in season in the fall, right when school is starting, so it’s a great time to add some apple-themed activities to your days.
This apple math activity from Hello Wonderful is cute and an easy way … Read More...
Use All the Minis for this Pretty Scarf Knitting Pattern
I think it’s just because I’m always on the lookout for stash-busting projects, but I feel like I’ve been sharing a lot of projects that use mini skeins lately.
The Confectionery scarf from Lisa K. Ross uses fingering weight yarn … Read More...
How to Make DIY Punch Needle Patches
Put your punch needle
skills to good use with these fun patches. It’s a great way to jazz up your favorite jeans jacket and it is easy to do. This tutorial from Something Turquoise shows you how.
Including a detailed … Read More...
20 Halloween Black Cats You Can Sew For Luck
The superstition associating black cats with bad luck is rooted in the European fear of darkness. Black cat superstition in Western culture dates back to Ancient Greece. In Japan, it is thought to be good luck if a black cat… Read More...
Cute Witchy Halloween Card
How adorable are the little witch and bat on this sweet Halloween card from Ashley!? She used brand new stamps from My Favorite Things to create her design. She created the beautiful ink blended sky with Distress Oxide Inks and … Read More...
Chair Cushion Sewing Tutorial
Add some extra padding – and a pop of color – to a chair with a DIY chair cushion. Hello Sewing has a tutorial showing how you can make one. These are great for dining chairs or maybe outdoor … Read More...
Hexagon Stacked Mini Album
Wow, this mini album from Celes is one of the most amazing and unique projects I’ve seen in a while! She used concentric hexagon dies cut from pattern paper layered onto white cardstock that are folded to form small “spines” … Read More...
Free Tutorial from Living Felt! Fall Themed Pins, Wet and Needle Felting!
As always Marie shares an awesome project with us. All the info and tips you can possibly need to create these gorgeous pins. Wear them and share them! I’m sure they would make awesome gifts!
Happy felting!
Spider Trick or Treat Bags Free Sewing Pattern
These spider trick or treat bags are so cute! Kids will love carrying them around and collecting candy in them! Lisa from Stubbornly Crafty shares a free pattern and tutorial at Therm O Web. Big goofy eyes and a wonky … Read More...
Take it Easy with this Sweater Knitting Pattern
If you want to get ready for fall in a hurry, you need to knit the Easy Breezy Sweater from Shay Johnson for Knit Collage.
This design uses worsted weight yarn with a fun spiral stitch on the sleeves that … Read More...
Autumn Littles Cross Stitch Pattern Bundle
In the rush to get to Halloween we can often forget that decorating just for fall is nice. These autumn littles cross stitch patterns from Waxing Moon Designs are the perfect way to ease into fall decorating if you don’t … Read More...