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An embroidery hoop is one of the most common cross stitch supplies, right up there with fabric, needles and floss — but with wooden, plastic, spring tension and Q-Snap options out there, it’s worth knowing which kind actually suits your … Read More...
If you have ever finished a garden project, pulled apart an old path, or found a lonely stack of bricks behind the shed, you will know exactly how hard they are to get rid of. They are too heavy to … Read More...
There are some craft projects that feel like they belong on a rainy afternoon kitchen table, and this Milk Mache Molding Compound is exactly one of them. It is part craft, part science experiment, and part “wait… did we just … Read More...
There comes a point in life — usually somewhere between school drop-offs, aging parents, work deadlines, and wondering what’s for dinner again — where “self-care” stops being trendy and starts being necessary.
And no, I don’t mean booking a luxury … Read More...
If you’ve ever wanted to bring a touch of magic to your wool projects, this Needle Felting Fairy (Fada) tutorial by Santa Meada is an enchanting place to start. Even though the video is not in English, the clear visual … Read More...
Gloria’s fun summer layout is simply bursting with color! She created the graphic background from wedges of colorful pattern papers that she stitched around the edges to design a vibrant circle on her pink base. Notice how most of the … Read More...
Planning your home’s electrical outlets might seem like a small detail, but getting it wrong can lead to daily frustration. Have you ever wished there was an outlet right where you needed it? Or realized too late that your … Read More...
Quilting meets the timeless artistry of Navajo and tribal designs in this roundup of breathtaking patterns inspired by the rich traditions of the Southwest. These quilt patterns channel the bold geometry, vibrant colors, and storytelling heritage of Navajo art, offering … Read More...
If you have a little one learning their letters at home or at school, it can be helpful to know a bit about the science that goes into learning your letters and how the experts teach letter recognition.
Knowing the … Read More...
The Yarn Sardines T-shirt is an exclusive CraftGossip design created especially for yarn lovers who like their craftwear a little quirky, colourful, and full of personality. With balls of yarn tucked into a vintage-style sardine tin, it is a fun … Read More...
There is something about a chunky granny stitch cardigan that just feels instantly wearable, isn’t there? It has that lovely handmade texture we all adore, but it still looks modern enough to throw on with jeans, wide-leg pants, a simple … Read More...
There’s something about butterflies that never really dates. They feel gentle, hopeful, and quietly uplifting, which is probably why they’ve been a favourite in card making for generations. Whether you’re creating birthday cards, sympathy cards, bookmarks, or journal pages, butterfly … Read More...
If there’s one topic that makes sewists uncomfortable faster than sewing zippers, it’s pricing. Not how to sew the item — but how much to charge for it once it’s finished.
Most people don’t struggle with making handmade items. They … Read More...
For the guy who loves to grill here’s two cards created with dies. Each card has a fun textured background with silver metallic cardstock die cut for the metal grilling tool parts. I love the tools and beer tucked into … Read More...
I know it’s a bit of a cliche to say that all dads wear ties, but I do think a knit tie is a nice thing to have when you do need to wear one, so let’s look at some … Read More...
Some quilting books are all about quick weekend projects. Others feel more like a treasure trove of classic quilt designs, the kind you browse slowly with a cup of tea and a notepad nearby.
That’s exactly the feeling I … Read More...
If there’s one thing I’ve learned over years of hosting everything from kids’ birthdays to backyard 50ths, it’s this: running out of drinks will haunt you forever, and overbuying means staring at a fridge full of lukewarm mixers for the … Read More...
Before you toss that damaged paperback or falling-apart thrift store novel, save the pages. Old book pages can be turned into wreaths, flowers, tags, garlands, ornaments, cards and all kinds of lovely vintage-style paper crafts.
There is something so charming … Read More...
If you are looking for a crochet toy pattern that is a little different from the usual teddies, rattles, and baby booties, this Crochet Amish Puzzle Ball on CraftBits is a really fun find. It is made from three interlocking … Read More...
Juneteenth is a celebration in the United States that marks when enslaved people living in Texas (specifically, Galveston, via what’s known as General Order No. 3) finally got the word that they were free. It happened on June 19, 1865, … Read More...
