I always find myself drawn to fun and playful designs, and there’s nothing quite as fun and playful as gnomes. These little creatures bring a smile to my face every time I see them and it’s no different with machine … Read More...
A Modern Autumn Quilt Sampler Pattern
Filled with woodland critters and charming blocks, this beautiful quilt kit that can be purchased from the Fat Quarter Shop is just what you are looking for.
Made with Fig Tree Quilts Moda Fabrics, the finished quilt will measure 52″ … Read More...
7 Amazing Round Crochet Bag Patterns
If you’re a fan of unique and stylish bags, then this roundup of crochet patterns for round bags is perfect for you. These bags are not only round but also beautifully crafted, with a vintage boho feel that’s sure to … Read More...
Birthday Card with Chipboard Shapes
The “Chippies” line from Wendy Vecchi are chipboard shapes that ad a wonderful depth and dimension to your paper crafting projects. Pattie used them to create this colorful birthday card. The pieces are primed but she added white gesso over … Read More...
Templates for Easy Layout Designs
Looking for quick and easy layout patterns? The Simple Pages Page templates help you quickly and easily design a layout in no time. These handy plastic templates have openings you can trace to help you size your photos as well … Read More...
Learn How to Knit Cables with This Hat Knitting Pattern
Are you afraid of cables? I know a lot of newer knitters are because they look so intricate and difficult, but they really aren’t hard at all. Once you understand that cables are just a way of working stitches in … Read More...
How to use recycled styrofoam to make stamps for block printing
I just started carving my own stamps for block printing. And I am hooked! I love this idea for using recycled styrofoam to carve images with a pencil. It looks like a great way to practive and experiment. Pop on … Read More...
A Week of Read Across America Activities
Looking for fun ways to add reading-related activities to your classroom plans for Read Across America week? (Or any other time?) These ideas from Diary of a Not So Wimpy Teacher make it easy.
She’s got five days of ideas … Read More...
8 Ways to Transfer Embroidery Patterns to Dark Fabric
As an embroidery enthusiast, I understand the struggle of transferring patterns onto dark or any other fabric. It can be quite a challenge, but it’s essential to know different methods, as each one might work better for you. That’s why … Read More...
Sew a Buttonhole Using a Buttonhole Foot
Sewing a buttonhole doesn’t have to be hard. Most sewing machines have a special foot to use to help make it easier. Anna at Tea and a Sewing Machine shows how you can sew a buttonhole on your machine using … Read More...
5 Spring Cards from 1 Kit
Using the brand new monthly kit for March “Hoppy Days Ahead” from Simon Says Stamp Vicky created 5 different beautiful cards for Spring. These designs with loads of flowers and bunnies are perfect for Spring Birthday’s, Mother’s Day and Easter … Read More...
How To Make Baby Mini Albums
I think one of the best gifts you can give new parents is a baby album. Creating your own is easy and helps take some of the stress away from the parents, they only have to add the photos and … Read More...
How to make a recycled wine cork adorable sheep perfect for Easter decorating
As Easter approaches, many people are starting to think about how to decorate their homes and gardens for the season. While there are many traditional decorations like Easter eggs, bunnies, and flowers, one unique and eco-friendly option that is gaining … Read More...
Knitting For Ukraine
How can you help Ukraine?
Ukraine’s citizens have been thrown into a state of war as Russia invaded the country in the early hours of Thursday morning, with explosions heard in the capital and other major cities.
Show your support … Read More...
Bunny and Bear Card with Die Cutting Tip
If you’ve ever die cut a large and detailed background that needs to be pieced together you know how hard it can be to fit them all together like a puzzle with no gaps or overlaps. Nicky used a tree … Read More...
Create Custom Pattern Paper with Digital Stamps
Can’t find the perfect pattern paper for your scrapbook layout? Why not try creating your own. Traci has a step by step video tutorial using Photoshop and digital stamps to digitally create her own pretty pattern papers. You can really … Read More...
Free Lacy Sock Knitting Pattern
Socks are super fun to knit for a lot of reasons, but one of my favorite things about socks is that they give you a chance to learn new skills or try new stitch patterns on a small scale.
This … Read More...
How to Host a Book Tasting in Your Classroom
With Read Across America Day coming up, it’s a great time to think about fun reading related activities to do in the classroom. Getting kids to read more and encouraging them to find new books to love is so important, … Read More...
How to Make An Improv Quilt
Have you ever wanted to learn how to make an improv quilt? This article from world-renowned improv quilter Cindy Grisdela can get you started.
Once you read about her inspirations and techniques for making her gorgeous quilts, you will want … Read More...
Ukraine Flag – Free Crochet Pattern
How can you help Ukraine?
Ukraine’s citizens have been thrown into a state of war as Russia invaded the country in the early hours of Thursday morning, with explosions heard in the capital and other major cities.
Show your support … Read More...