Drop zones, or junk zones, are an all-too-familiar sight in many homes. They are the catch-all spaces where everything from shoes and bags to hats and homework seems to accumulate. During the lockdown, this problem became especially pronounced, with the … Read More...
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Book Review – Selbu Patterns: Norwegian Knitting
Gorgeous contemporary garments rooted in Norwegian knitting tradition. Selbu Knitting Book
Anne Bårdsgård grew up in Selbu, and has always had a close relationship with her hometown and its rich knitting history?her relentless interest in the traditional mittens that made … Read More...
Book Review – Seasonal Slow Knitting: Thoughtful Projects for a Handmade Year
A guide to knitting, making, and living a slow and thoughtful lifestyle all year long
Slow Knitting introduced crafters to a process of more mindful making through ?ve basic tenets: source carefully, make thoughtfully, think seasonally, experiment fearlessly, and explore … Read More...
Red, White, and Blue Scrappy Flag Quilt Pattern
It’s time for some scrappy red, white, and blue quilted goodness. This patriotic flag pattern from Diary of Quilter is about as scrappy as it gets.
Measuring about 39″ x 51″ when finished, it is super simple to make. With … Read More...
Free Jelly Roll Quilt Pattern with Moda Fabrics
Are you like me and scoop up every jelly roll you see at the quilt store, only to have them sit on your shelf because you can’t figure out what to do with them? Here’s a great pattern from Quilting … Read More...
Easy to Make DIY Lavender Linen Spray
This homemade lavender linen spray is easy to make and has a pleasant scent. It makes a great gift, too. That’s a win – win – win. You can use it for everyday uses to freshen linens in your home. … Read More...
Printable End of the Year Award Ribbons
As the end of the school year comes along, it’s a great time to stop and recognize the kids for making it through this truly weird year. If you don’t already do end-of-the-year awards, these ribbon style printable awards from … Read More...
Spiral Nova Free Quilt Pattern
If you are interested in making a stunning showstopper quilt, then check out this beauty from Storied Quilts. Even better, the pattern, entitled One Spiral Nova, is available for free. You can’t beat that!
The pattern is actually a … Read More...
Knitting Tip: Using Interchangeable Knitting Needles
I love interchangeable knitting needles, especially when working projects in the round that use multiple needle sizes. But it’s great to have an interchangeable knitting needle set (or two!) in your collection because it’s an easy way to get … Read More...
Mini Rustic Christmas Wreaths
Christmas is the season for handmade decorations and gifts. Handmade gifts bring back the happy, nostalgic memories that define the Christmas season. As much as I adore handmade gifts, I’m a busy mom and don’t have time for complicated crafts. … Read More...
Book Review And Giveaway – The Diamond Painting Guide And Logbook
Diamond painting is taking over the craft world. Colorful, creative, and mentally calming, it is the hottest new trend in arts and crafts. A creative therapy outlet that is sure to de-stress and calm your mind. During lockdown, I started … Read More...
20 Free Crochet Patterns
Whether you’re a crochet veteran or a newbie, there are a lot of options when it comes to crocheting. You can make so much more than the typical granny square or scarf if you want to crochet!
Looking for more … Read More...
Cute Halloween Decorations for Free
I find Halloween such a fun holiday to celebrate. But I’ve always focused on fun and cute Halloween decorations, not ghoulish ones. I live for repurposing items, so I was inspired by a bunch of empty pill bottles(they were all … Read More...
Halloween Crafts – Ghost Candy Wrapper
I enjoy making gifts for my family and friends. Gifts show them that I care enough to think of them and make a handmade gift. But I’m a busy mom of three, wife and small business owner. I don’t have … Read More...
Halloween Ideas – Frankenstein Craft
Halloween can be such a fun holiday. I don’t like scary Halloween, I prefer cute Halloween ideas. This easy Frankenstein candy wrapper craft incorporates all my favorite things about Halloween, and it’s a great way to use up your paper … Read More...
Plan A Happy Life Book Launch And Giveaway
Stephanie Fleming, Co-Founder at Me & My Big Ideas, the parent company of the The Happy Planner, just released her new book Plan a Happy Life. And we are so excited to announce that we are … Read More...
Top Tips for Setting up a Virtual Learning Center at Home
I feel really lucky that my daughter has been able to go back to physical school full-time and so far it has been going well. I know a lot of people are struggling with choices around back to school and … Read More...
Turkey Craft Napkin Rings
Turkey craft napkin rings are such an adorable way to personalize your holiday dinner table. I love crafting, but am too busy for complicated crafts. This kids turkey craft is easy to do, even for beginning crafters, and still looks … Read More...
Halloween Upcycled Light Bulb Potion Bottle
Don’t toss your old light bulbs! I love a good recycled craft project and this one is the perfect recycled project for Halloween. It only took about 15 minutes to make these repurposed light bulb potion bottles and cost me … Read More...
33 DIY Raised Garden Beds You Can Make Yourself
What is a Raised Garden Bed? It is a large planting container that sits above the ground and is filled with soil.
So why are raised garden beds so popular? The Urban Farmer! Suddenly we are all faced with a … Read More...