Lots of crafters are making things in blue and yellow these days in support of Ukraine, and it turns out the Ukrainian coat of arms is pretty simple to work in cross stitch.
I found a chart at Handmade Base… Read More...
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by Sarah White
Lots of crafters are making things in blue and yellow these days in support of Ukraine, and it turns out the Ukrainian coat of arms is pretty simple to work in cross stitch.
I found a chart at Handmade Base… Read More...
by Sarah White
We have been gathering resources for people who want to support Ukraine with knitting, from sales where proceeds will go to charitable organizations to ways to support Ukrainian makers.
I also shared a Ukrainian flag heart knitting pattern, but … Read More...
Perfect for a new baby or a young child, this fun and free quilt pattern from A Bright Corner is a must-make. With a downloadable pdf pattern, this is a good quilt for a beginner and is fat quarter-friendly too.… Read More...
Nesting dies are simple shaped dies that are concentric getting smaller or larger in size. These are some of the most versatile dies and I think all paper crafters should have at least circles and rectangles in their craft room. … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
This women’s long sleeve t-shirt can be dressy or casual, something to wear work or for running errands. The high-low hem makes it perfect to wear with leggings. So Sew Easy has a free sewing pattern to make this top. … Read More...
The current situation in Ukraine is a tragedy that has affected many people. However, as quilters, we have a unique ability to offer help through our art and creativity. A number of quilters have risen to the occasion by offering … Read More...
This lovely layout from Yarelys has so much color and texture that she created with a lacey scalloped border punch. Using a rainbow of colorful pattern papers she punched rows of them stacking them to one side of her page, … Read More...
I am nuts for geodes and crystals. I am also in love with molds and casting things out of all sorts of materials. This idea for casting geodes out of recycled eggshells is beyond cool!. So this weekend when … Read More...
by Sarah White
If you want to knit a symbol of solidarity for the people of Ukraine, Marianna’s Lazy Daisy Days has a sweet pattern for a yellow and blue heart.
Worked in the colors of the Ukrainian flag, this heart is pretty … Read More...
This pretty Spring Card from Yoonsun features layered stenciled flowers and lots of die cut texture. Using borders dies she cut her stenciled panel and then pieced it back to together, adding a die cut butterfly and sentiment in the … Read More...
Now that the pandemic is thankfully starting to wain I think more people are feeling like traveling again. This wonderful layout from Sachiyo has great travel elements like luggage tags, planes, globes and map paper but my favorite is the … Read More...
Perfect for Saint Patrick’s Day, these easy embroidered phrases from Funky Polka Dot Giraffe, are fun projects to work on for the holiday.
With two designs to choose from: Lucky or Pinch Me, you will find a canvas for … Read More...
This cheerful Crochet baby blanket is ideal for use in a baby’s bed, stroller, or as a play mat. When you’re finished, fold it up and hang it in your nursery. DK yarn and 20 mm safety eyes are used … Read More...
Galina used a single butterfly stamp and a masking technique to create a wonderful butterfly shaped frame for this stunning card. She turned her frame into a shaker element filled with gems that coordinate with the colors she used to … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
Sew a spring wardrobe for an 18″ doll with the Market Day 18″ doll clothes pattern by Pin, Cut, Sew Studio. The pieces are all so cute, and it’s beginner friendly! With no fussy closures and step by step instructions … Read More...
I love the look of vintage graphics, they can add a traditional bit of whimsy to your paper crafting projects. The Graphics Fairy has collected all her favorite vintage Easter and Spring designs with over 200 images that you can … Read More...
Are these not the coolest packaging ever!! I want to wrap everything like these giant candies. It is totally scalable. Pop on over to the blog Think Make Share to see this sweet gift wrapping technique that makes anything look … Read More...
by Sarah White
I love a good roomy cardigan, and the Summer Vibes cardigan by Svitlana Haifulina is both super easy to knit and to wear.
It’s worked in pieces and sewn together, which gives a little more structure to this piece. The … Read More...
by Sarah White
This articulated leprechaun puppet from Red Ted Art is a fun addition to the classroom or home art or sensory space for St. Patrick’s Day.
I love how the brads go right where there should be buttons on his little … Read More...