The Snapping Thread Nightmare (And How to End It)
I’ll never forget the first time I made a denim jacket. Three hours in, my thread kept snapping like cheap twine. After ruining two needles and nearly throwing my machine out … Read More...
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The Snapping Thread Nightmare (And How to End It)
I’ll never forget the first time I made a denim jacket. Three hours in, my thread kept snapping like cheap twine. After ruining two needles and nearly throwing my machine out … Read More...
by Sarah White
Bring a little of the Easter (or spring) fun into the classroom with these Easter bunny learning activities. And be sure to check out these bunny learning activities for more Easter fun, and resources for learning about real rabbits… Read More...
I love the yellow and pink color combo on Brenda’s lovely Easter Egg card! She stenciled Tulips on the base panel, placed a die cut piece of vellum over top with her die cut egg that has stenciled polka dots. … Read More...
by arabella
If you’re looking to add a touch of boho charm to your space, a DIY Boho Dreamcatcher is the perfect project! Dreamcatchers are not only beautiful, but they also bring a calming, peaceful vibe to any room. This step-by-step guide … Read More...
by Sarah White
I’ve done a collection of Easter bunny cross stitch patterns before, but I wanted this selection to be less seasonal so you can stitch them up and keep them on display through the spring and summer.
I love this set … Read More...
by Sarah White
Looking to knit something for Easter that’s totally different from your traditional baskets and eggs? Why not knit some Easter socks? Of course bunnies don’t have to be for Easter; these are all socks you can wear all spring long … Read More...
Quilted Farm Girl Sew and Stitch Along – Why This Farmhouse Quilt Project Is Worth Joining
I still remember the first sew along I ever joined. The excitement, the sense of community, the feeling that every week brought a new … Read More...
There’s something so calming about crafting during Ramadan. Even if you’re not observing, the soft moon motifs, lantern silhouettes, and gentle geometric patterns have a way of bringing a little peace to the craft table. And this set of free … Read More...
There’s nothing quite like a handmade soap dish. Not only is it practical (goodbye soggy bars of soap!), but it also doubles as a little work of art in your bathroom or kitchen. And when you add botanical imprints—like … Read More...
Some people like their cocktails shaken and sophisticated, others like them fruity and fresh. Me? Give me a dessert cocktail that tastes like a candy bar, and I’m in heaven. This Butterfinger Dessert Cocktail is exactly that—a creamy, peanut-buttery, chocolatey, … Read More...
There’s something about Easter that makes sewing feel extra satisfying. Maybe it’s the soft colours, the excuse to pull out floral fabrics, or the fact that these projects don’t need to be perfect to be loved. A handmade Easter basket … Read More...
Seasonal projects in clay carry a special kind of joy, blending creativity with tradition, and this video captures that spirit beautifully. There’s something magical about working on pieces that mark a specific moment in the year, especially when they become … Read More...
If you’re anything like me, March is that in-between month where the seasons start shifting and you suddenly feel the urge to start something new. The light changes, the air feels different, and your sewing table starts calling your name … Read More...
Bring the luck of the Irish to your St. Patrick’s Day scrapbook layouts with these fun SVG cut files. There’s 4 different layered designs: a Shamrock, a Top Hat, a Horseshoe and a Pot of Gold. Each die cut has … Read More...
by Sarah White
Do you celebrate Pi Day? It happens every year on March 14 (3.14) and is a day to honor the most well known irrational number.
Of course we can celebrate by making pie or eating pie, but let’s look at … Read More...
If you’ve ever had the pleasure (or horror) of dealing with stink bugs, you’ll know they didn’t get their name by accident. These little brown pests aren’t particularly destructive—they don’t chew through wood like termites or spread germs like cockroaches—but … Read More...
Jewelry and crochet don’t always come together—but when they do, the results can be stunning. Our sister site CraftBits has shared a Crochet Scallop Necklace pattern that proves just how beautiful yarn accessories can be.
This design uses delicate scallop … Read More...
How stinkin’ adorable are these easter cards from Amy R.!!?? Using products from Waffle Flower she combined several popular card making techniques like stenciling, stamping and die cutting to create them. She created both cards in one sitting, using similar … Read More...
by Sarah White
I love sharing really detailed, beautiful and painterly cross stitch designs, but they always make me a little jealous. I feel like I don’t have the patience for such a big project, especially considering the biggest project I’ve ever attempted … Read More...
by Sarah White
I have been working (if you use the term working incredibly generously because I haven’t touched it in a couple of years) for many, many years on what I hope will one day be a giant (6 foot by 6 … Read More...