I’ve had a lot of fun through the years teaching kids (including my own) how to sew, whether that’s sewing by hand or on a sewing machine, decorative stitching or more practical projects.
September is National Sewing Month, so I … Read More...
Crochet Kit – Christmas Holiday Nativity Scene
Experience the magic of the Christmas season with Thr Leisure Arts Crochet Kit Nativity. This all-inclusive kit allows you to create your very own Nativity scene, complete with Joseph, Mary, baby Jesus, an angel, Caspar, Melchior, Balthasar, and a camel. … Read More...
“Painting” with Embossing Powders for a Fall Card
This stunning Floral Fall card from Patti uses different colors of embossing powders to “paint” her stamped images. For this fun technique she used clear embossing ink on a large background stamp that has leaves, flowers and butterflies onto white … Read More...
Wide Legged Pants Free Sewing Pattern
I’m not sure how I made it this far into adulthood before figuring out the joy that is a pair of lightweight, wide legged pants. Light, breezy, and as comfortable as a pair of pajama pants – BUT they … Read More...
Designer Spotlight: Durene J Cross Stitch
I feel like I have shared a lot of British designer Durene J Cross Stitch’s patterns before, so it seemed like high time to share their Etsy shop as a designer spotlight.
When I think of Durene’s designs, I think … Read More...
So many recycled gift bag and packaging ideas!
I save my cereal box cardboard to practice art techniques or for the base of a collage but this idea for cutting a hole in it to form a handle is fabulous. This recycled food box gift tote idea came … Read More...
Knit a Blanket that Looks Like a Quilt
I’ve been seeing a lot of knitting projects lately — whether they are new or older — that include elements that look like quilt blocks and I am here for it. My aunt is a quilter but I’ve never been … Read More...
Retro Ornaments Christmas Throw Blanket – Crochet Pattern
I’m always on the lookout for patterns that combine creativity with a touch of nostalgia, and the Red Heart Retro Ornament Throw Pattern does just that – and more!
One of my favorite aspects of this pattern is the playful … Read More...
12 Scrapbook Layouts for Books and Reading
This fun reading layout has a large book and title die cut, cute photos, stacks of stamped and printed books and a glittery background made with gold foiling. You can watch Jessica’s process video over on the Therm O Web … Read More...
Transform a pine cone into a spooky yet adorable spider for Halloween
Now at first these seem a bit creepy because they have so many eyes like a spider does but they are wiggle eyes so how creepy could they be? I can’t say as I have ever crafted a multi eyes … Read More...
12 Fall Floral Handmade Card Ideas
This lovely card from Brenda features a favorite fall flower, the Sunflower. She used Copic alcohol based markers to color in her stamped images and added a gold embossed sentiment for a bit of shine. Find all the details at … Read More...
Punch Needle Rug Hooking: Your Complete Resource to Learn & Love the Craft
Amy Oxford’s “Punch Needle Rug Hooking: Your Complete Resource to Learn & Love the Craft” is nothing short of a masterpiece in the world of punch needle crafting. As a seasoned artisan and recognized authority in the field, Oxford offers … Read More...
8 Gaming Desks You Can Make For Your Teenager
If you have a teenager who loves gaming, you know how important it is to have a dedicated space for their hobby. A gaming desk can be a great addition to your teenager’s room, providing them with a comfortable and … Read More...
Scrappy Happy Pumpkins Quilt Pattern
The EXCLUSIVELY ANNIE’S Scrappy Happy Pumpkins Quilt Pattern, designed by Nancy Messuri, is tailored for confident beginners. Quilt the perfect pumpkin patch with this scrap-friendly pattern, encouraging the use of your favorite orange and charcoal gray fabrics. The finished … Read More...
Lots of unconventional pumpkin decorating ideas for Halloween
This has got to be one of the simplest and easiest ways to decorate a pumpkin! Wrap a pumpkin with a piece of lace, I bet it could work with a recycled pair of nylons? For more unconventional Halloween pumpkin … Read More...
Hold onto Summer with the Hipster Top Knitting Pattern
As I write this, summer is winding down and kids are going back to school, but I know that in a lot of the Northern Hemisphere it will still be warm for a long time, and it’s probably already getting … Read More...
Portal Cross Stitch Patterns
The other day I came across this collection of cross stitch patterns inspired by the video game Portal from sonovastitch and I just had to share them. They all include the companion cube from the game and different phrases like … Read More...
Cozy Up in Style: 15 Must-Have Hoodie Crochet Patterns for Your Wardrobe
As the crispness of autumn arrives and winter’s chill looms on the horizon, there’s no better time to cozy up in your favorite crochet creations. And when it comes to comfort, style, and versatility, few items in the crochet world … Read More...
25+ Skull Themed Quilt Patterns For Halloween
While we’re showcasing this skull-themed roundup in October, don’t be deceived—skulls are not limited to Halloween. Their versatility makes them a stylish and timeless choice for any occasion throughout the year.
Welcome to a unique world where quilting meets … Read More...
Oodles of fun and funky recycled CD projects
I bet if you looked hard enough you could find a random cd or 2 lurking in your home or work office. I know I could. Pop on over to the blog Moms and Crafters for just oodles of recycled … Read More...