These fun Mason Jars are full of love and hearts for Valentine’s Day. These FREE cut files include two jars, one with a swirly row of hearts, the other with the word “love” along with extra words of “love”, “sweet” … Read More...
How to Make a Vintage Inspired Valentine’s Day Card
If you love the vintage style but don’t want to use actual vintage item there’s lots of paper crafting products you can use to get the same look. Tina used products from a kit by Simon Says Stamp to create … Read More...
Weldon’s Needlework Old and New: A Treasury of Vintage Embroidery
During a recent visit to a quaint library, I stumbled upon a hidden gem tucked away on a back shelf: Weldon’s Needlework Old & New: A Treasury of Vintage Embroidery from 1900. This 34-page volume, published by Kmc Timeless … Read More...
Step into Adorable Style: Crochet Your Own Baby Loafers with This Free Pattern
Get ready to embark on a delightful crochet journey with our free and easy crochet bootie pattern, designed to wrap your little one’s tiny toes in warmth and style. Whether you’re a seasoned crocheter or a beginner, this pattern is … Read More...
Discover a Treasure Trove of Quilting Knowledge with the Encyclopedia of Quilting
If you’re a quilter looking to elevate your skills, discover new techniques, or simply enjoy a book that feels like a trusted companion, then the Encyclopedia of Quilting by Leisure Arts is a must-have. I recently read this comprehensive guide, … Read More...
How to Knit a Hem
There are lots of different ways to finish the edges of knitting. Using ribbing is popular on a lot of projects, because it gives you a nice stretchy edge that makes wearing garments easier, and it prevents stockinette stitch from … Read More...
Patterns to Use as Filler in Cross Stitch Projects
The other day I came across this post from Koekoek that has to do with a world map pattern of theirs (they also have individual countries if you’d rather). The idea is that you can fill in countries as you … Read More...
Heart Shaped Mini Scrapbook Album
How lovely is this heart shaped album from Traci?! This mini album could be created for Valentine’s Day, a wedding or anniversary. She used a die cut file from Lori Whitlock for the album base and pages cut from white … Read More...
Wax paper is a great art supply that is perfect for Valentine’s Day Hearts
I don’t think I ever thought of wax paper as a good surface for making art on or with but this adorable heart (perfect for Valentines Day) and the other ideas featured at the blog Craft Foxes have shown me … Read More...
Celebrate Haiku Month in the Classroom
The other day I learned that February is Haiku Month. Maybe because it’s the shortest month and they are really short poems? I don’t know. In any case it’s a great time to learn about, read and write haiku in … Read More...
850 Free-Motion Quilting Designs
For anyone passionate about quilting, finding a reliable source of inspiration and guidance for free motion quilting can be a game-changer. Amanda Murphy’s 850+ Free Motion Quilting Designs delivers precisely that—a comprehensive, visually stunning guide packed with creative potential for … Read More...
Keziah Shawl – Free Crochet Pattern
The Keziah Shawl is an absolute delight that I recently finished making, and I can’t get enough of how versatile it is! Crafted with a delicate design and a lightweight feel, it drapes beautifully over any outfit, making it a … Read More...
11 FREE Cute Kawaii Style Valentine Digital Stamps
If you’re creating cute card for Valentine’s Day then you’ll need to download this adorable collection of FREE digital stamps. There’s 11 different Kawaii style images with sweet faces like a Polaroid, heart with wings, different candies, flower, cupcake and … Read More...
Designer Spotlight: Bombastitch
If you like your cross stitch patterns full of pop culture references, you’re going to want to pay a visit to Bombastitch’s Etsy shop. This shop based in Indiana specializes in patterns pulled from TV and movies, and with a … Read More...
Knit a Hot Air Balloon
I’m fully willing to admit that the headline on this post sounds weird. And maybe it is a little weird to knit a hot air balloon.
But you know what? After seeing this pattern from Butterfly Love1 on Etsy, I … Read More...
Altoid tins make great bases for mini shrines and alters
I seem to have an endless supply of tiny little things. I mostly pop them on a shelf and then occasionally clean the shelf off and everything ends up in a box. So this idea for making mini shrines or … Read More...
Free Crochet Pattern – Elevation Mitts
Let’s talk about a winter essential that combines coziness and style: the Elevation Mitts by Zara Powter! If you’re looking for a quick, satisfying project that screams winter vibes, you’re in the right place.
These mitts are inspired by everything … Read More...
DIY Pest Control: Keep Pests at Bay with Simple, Natural Recipes
Pests can be a real nuisance, disrupting the comfort and cleanliness of your home. While store-bought solutions might work, they often come with harsh chemicals that could harm your family, pets, or the environment. But here’s the good news: you … Read More...
12 Scrapbook Layouts with Hearts for Valentine’s Day and Beyond
This sweet layout from Marcia has a large heart created with lots of colorful scallops, placed behind the heart opening and stitched around the edges. She also included several clusters of flora and fauna with a large title. I spotted … Read More...
All sorts of great craft uses for glycerine
I was looking up how to revive an old ink pad as I had one that looked like a great color but was dry. I found this great list of uses for glycerin in the craft room. One of the … Read More...