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...
12 Color Wheel Inspired Scrapbook Layouts
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...
The 5 Outlet Placement Mistakes You Don’t Want to Make
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...
Celebrate the Spirit of the Southwest with These Stunning Indian Navajo Tribal Quilt Patterns
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...
Tips for Teaching the Alphabet to Kids
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...
Yarn Sardines T-Shirt Review – A Whimsical Gift For Yarn Lovers
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...
Cropped Chunky Granny Stitch Cardigan Crochet Pattern
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...
Free Butterfly Digital Stamps for Card Making, Coloring and Paper Crafts
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...
Pricing Handmade Sewing Items Without Undervaluing Yourself
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...
14 Masculine Card Ideas for Guys
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...
Ties to Knit for Father’s Day
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...
Inside the Book – New York Beauty blocks and Flying Geese
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...
How Much Do You Really Need? A No-Stress Party Drinks Guide for Real Women Who Host
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...
15 Beautiful Things To Make With Old Book Pages
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...
Crochet Amish Puzzle Ball – A Clever Crochet Toy That’s Surprisingly Addictive to Make
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 Cross Stitch Patterns
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...
DIY Sore Muscle Relief Balm with Essential Oils – Natural Comfort in a Jar
When your back’s tight, your shoulders are screaming, and even stretching feels like too much effort—sometimes, you just need a little help in a jar.
Enter this soothing DIY Sore Muscle Relief Balm. It’s warming, nourishing, and infused with … Read More...
ButterflyBlanket3D Crochet Pattern – A Sweet 3D Butterfly Baby Blanket Pattern
There are some crochet baby blankets that feel practical, and then there are the ones that make you stop scrolling and say, “Oh, that is adorable.” The ButterflyBlanket3D crochet pattern falls very firmly into the second category.
This pretty pastel … Read More...
Clay Studio Series – YouTube Video Review: Air Dry Clay Jewellery Trays with Leaf Imprints
Air dry clay is one of the most versatile materials for crafters, and in this YouTube tutorial, Jana Storm shows how to elevate it into something elegant and gift-worthy. By imprinting leaves and grasses into clay, she creates stunning jewellery … Read More...
25 Knitting Projects That Sell Well At Craft Fairs, Markets And Online
There is something very satisfying about turning a basket of yarn into something people actually want to buy. Of course, there is also that slightly less romantic moment when you realise you have spent six evenings knitting a complicated lace … Read More...