Have you heard of Letterpress? It’s a way to “stamp” and de-boss on paper that leaves you with an image and a textured impression in one. Using a plate you apply ink (either with a pad or with liquid ink … Read More...
Designer Spotlight: Pigeon Coop Designs
Whimsical animals with a folk art feel are what you’ll find at the Etsy shop Pigeon Coop Designs. Let’s take a closer look.
While animal projects dominate the listings on the front page, there are actually more projects categorized as … Read More...
Knit a Sweater Covered in Dancing Cats
I fear that my preference for cats over dogs is reflected in how often I write about knitting patterns that include cats (fairly often, including a vest, a stack of nesting cats, a set of cat socks with … Read More...
Vintage Striped Afghan Stitch Dress Crochet Pattern Review
There is something wonderfully nostalgic about a proper vintage crochet dress pattern, especially one that feels more like a tailored garment than a quick weekend project. This Vintage Striped Afghan Stitch Dress Crochet Pattern caught my eye because it has … Read More...
Ice Cubes Made for Gin Drinkers
Botanical cubes, cucumber–dill, peppercorns, lavender — the prettiest (and easiest) gin garnishes you’ll ever make.
Gin drinkers are a special bunch. We like things fresh, crisp, aromatic… and let’s be honest, we like a drink that looks a little bit … Read More...
Freebie Friday – Free Printable Vintage Soap Advert Junk Journal Images
It’s Freebie Friday again and this week we’re stepping straight into an old-fashioned French apothecary.
You know the kind — glass jars, handwritten labels, soft floral packaging, and advertisements promising “pure vegetable savon” and “extra fine beauty soap.”
If you … Read More...
Free Lily Flowers Embroidery Design Review
If you like floral machine embroidery that feels bright and a little bit fancy without being too over-the-top, this free Lily Flowers embroidery design from Ann The Gran is a lovely one. It’s by Fable Kreations, comes in one … Read More...
Scrapbooking Themed Round Mini Album
Traci used the Let’s Scrapbook collection from Bella Blvd. to create this fun scrapbooking themed mini album. If you love to go to scrapbook classes or crops this is a fun way to capture all those fun memories with you … Read More...
Learn about Fiji for Kids
Fiji is a country in the south Pacific made up of more than 330 islands — more than 100 of which are permanently inhabited — and more than 500 islets. Let’s take a closer look!
Fiji Basics
Officially the Republic … Read More...
Book Review: Knit the City Building Blocks
Jake Henzler first designed knit blocks that look like buildings to commemorate his travels to Copenhagen; over time he added other cities and developed still more city blocks for the book Knit the City Building Blocks.
The book includes … Read More...
The Ultimate Guide to Different Types of Stamps for Cardmaking (Digital, Rubber, Clear and More)
If you’ve ever stood in a craft store staring at rows of stamps and wondered, “What’s the difference between all of these?” — you’re not alone.
Over the years, stamping has evolved from simple wooden rubber blocks to clear photopolymer … Read More...
Quilting by Hand Book Review: A Peek Inside This Modern Quilting Book
First Impressions of Quilting by Hand
There’s something quietly satisfying about sitting down with a new quilting book and just flipping through the pages. No pressure to start a project straight away — just browsing the photos, pausing on designs … Read More...
How to Sew a Terry Toweling Makeup Bag (Washable, Practical and Perfect for Travel)
If you’ve ever had a makeup bag ruined by a leaky foundation or a damp bathroom bench, you’ll understand immediately why terry toweling is such a good fabric choice for this project.
This handmade makeup bag is soft, absorbent, washable, … Read More...
10 FREE BBQ Digital Stamps for Father’s Day and Summer
This fun set of 10 different digital stamps has yummy BBQ designs, perfect for making cards and paper crafts for Father’s Day, outdoor party invites or Summer themed creations. There’s cute guys and girls grilling in aprons and chefs hats, … Read More...
Free Crochet Willy Warmer Pattern – The Cheeky Gag Gift That Is Somehow Trending Right Now
This free crochet willy warmer pattern is quick, cheeky, beginner-friendly, and perfect for gag gifts, white elephant parties, Christmas stockings, Valentine’s jokes, and novelty crochet lovers. Somehow this funny crochet pattern is trending like crazy right now, so we’re sharing … Read More...
Cross Stitching on Plastic Canvas
Last month I shared a post about three-dimensional options for cross stitch designs, and one of the things that was mentioned was doing cross stitch on plastic canvas. This isn’t something I’ve ever done (though I have stitched straight … Read More...
KnitPicks Crochet Sale: Save Up To 25% On Yarn, Hooks And Crochet Supplies
If your crochet basket is looking a little light — or, let’s be honest, if it is already overflowing but still somehow missing the exact yarn you need — KnitPicks has a sale worth peeking at.
KnitPicks is currently running … Read More...
Nourishing Hot Castor Oil Hair Mask
Between the Queensland humidity, teen hair tools mysteriously disappearing from my bathroom, and the occasional dye job gone rogue, my hair sometimes feels like a neglected houseplant—frizzy, thirsty, and limp.
So, when I stumbled across the old-school hot oil method … Read More...
Book Review: Scrap Quilts From Crumbs, Strips And Strings by Emily Bailey
If your fabric scrap bin has started breeding in the corner of your sewing room, Scrap Quilts From Crumbs, Strips And Strings by Emily Bailey might be exactly the gentle nudge you need. This practical quilting book turns leftover crumbs, … Read More...
Easy Jewelry Making Projects That Sell Well at Craft Fairs
There is something very satisfying about setting up a craft fair table filled with handmade jewelry. All those little trays of earrings, bracelets, charms, beads, and pretty packaging make it feel like you have your own tiny boutique for the … Read More...