If you’re working on your scrapbook pages or even last minute greeting cards or handmade gifts for Christmas you need to check out this amazing collection of watercolor clip art. These darling designs include Santa and Mrs. Claus, girls, boys, … Read More...
Learning about Snow
Not all of us live where there is a lot of snow in the winter (or even where it is winter as I write this, but it can still be fun to learn about snow, what it is and why … Read More...
5 FREE Christmas Money Cards to Print or Die Cut
If you’re stuck on what to give someone this Holiday season maybe just slip them some cash. But of course do it in a fun and crafty way with a handmade card! These five different cards have loops that fold … Read More...
How to make garlands with all sorts of recycled elements
These recycled wine corks give a nautical feel when painted in festive colors. This recycled garland could be perfect for your beach themed Christmas. Sail on over to the blog Will Tip Top for lots more creative garland ideas made … Read More...
Penguin Cross Stitch Patterns
There are a lot of cute winter animals that I think don’t get the attention they deserve because they’re not necessarily Christmas related. We’re going to change that a little bit today with a look at some adorable penguin cross … Read More...
Why Not Knit a Tiny Llama?
I’ve been enjoying knit amigurumi animal patterns lately (see also: this adorable knit pigeon) and of course being a knitter I love llamas.
So when I saw this little llama pattern I knew I had to share it.
The … Read More...
Free Crochet Pattern – Dinner Placemat
I recently stumbled upon the Happy Gatherings Placemat pattern, and it immediately caught my eye as the perfect addition to my Christmas dinner table. The design is both charming and festive, which will enhance the ambiance of any holiday gathering.… Read More...
Discover Quilting Hacks with Anna Maria Horner
Join celebrated designer Anna Maria Horner in this insightful online class where she shares her best quilting hacks to help you achieve stunning results with ease.
In this compact yet comprehensive class, Anna Maria covers five essential lessons packed with … Read More...
12 Family Christmas Scrapbook Layout Ideas
A great way to use of small scraps of pattern paper is creating custom backgrounds like Nathalie did here with die cut circles, these have a faux stitched edge to add extra texture too. She used sentiments and embellishments on … Read More...
Easy way to recycle old Christmas cards into new ones
I don’t have the heart to throw away Christmas cards so I am always on the look out for new ways to use them in projects. This idea for ripping them to create the bottom edges of Christmas trees is … Read More...
Learning about Kwanzaa
Kwanzaa is a celebration that I’ve written about a little in the past (see: Kwanzaa Activities for Kids) but I feel like it doesn’t always get the attention it deserves since it happens in the week after Christmas. It’s … Read More...
Gift Idea – Christmas Light Gift Card Pocket Pattern
Welcome to our Sunday series showcasing delightful crochet patterns perfect for holiday gifting! Today’s feature is the “Crochet Christmas Light Gift Pocket Pattern” by ACraftyConcept, available on Etsy. Bring a touch of holiday cheer to your gift-giving with these adorable … Read More...
12 Handmade Christmas Card Ideas Featuring Animals
This darling card from Keiko features a sweet deer peeking through a wreath decorated with poinsettia, pinecones, gingerbread men and ornaments, all created with dies. She added foil and glitter for some shimmering snowy details too. Learn more at the … Read More...
How and Why to Make a Needle Book
I have to admit that I am not at all careful when it comes to storing my needles for cross stitch, embroidery and hand sewing. Sometimes I will put them back in the package they came in, but just as … Read More...
Small Cowl Knitting Patterns
I love a little cowl because it’s perfect to tuck into your coat when the weather is cold, but you can also wear it when it’s not as cold because it doesn’t make you as warm as a big scarf … Read More...
Holly Christmas Coaster
Introducing the Holly Jolly Festive Crochet Christmas Coaster, a charming addition to your holiday decor that exudes the spirit of the season! Created by talented designer Ashley Parker, this delightful coaster showcases a beautiful tapestry crochet design featuring holly … Read More...
GIft Ideas – Luxurious Linens: Crochet Washcloth Set Pattern for Home Décor
Welcome back to our Sunday series, where we unveil a curated collection of crochet patterns from talented Etsy sellers, specially selected for their gifting potential this holiday season! As we journey closer to Christmas, each Sunday brings forth a new … Read More...
Sunday Spotlight – We Three Kings Christmas Cushion
Welcome to our Sunday Spotlight series, where we highlight a delightful quilting pattern to spark your creativity each week. Today, we’re thrilled to showcase the “We Three Kings” cushion pattern by Louise Papas, brought to you by FabricGardenAus on Etsy.… Read More...
Winter Woodland Shaker Mini Album Tutorial
Check out this stunning Winter Woodland Mini Scrapbook Album project from Kathy, it’s simply stunning! She used the Ciao Bella Winter Wonderland collection to create it. The album base is in a tag shape with an amazing shaker element on … Read More...
Designer Spotlight: Favorite Gnome
Just by the name of this designer’s Etsy shop, Favorite Gnome, you can probably guess at most of what you will find in this storefront. There are in fact more that 250 gnome cross stitch patterns on this page as … Read More...