The felted slipper craze that began last year doesn’t seem like it’s fading away. The Sailor Slippers, often striped knit and felted slippers made with super bulky yarn, because the project of the moment late last year (check … Read More...
Make This Rustic Patriotic Flag Wreath for Your Front Door
There are plenty of shiny red, white, and blue decorations out there, but every now and then a patriotic project comes along that feels a little more heartfelt. This 4th of July Patriotic Flag Wreath from CraftBits is one of … Read More...
14 Large And Giant Crochet Patterns For Big, Cosy Makes
Let’s be honest, there is something wonderfully ridiculous about crocheting a toy so big it needs its own chair.
Tiny amigurumi will always have my heart — I love a little mushroom, frog, or pocket-sized bee as much as … Read More...
Needle Felted Tropical Hibiscus Flower Tutorial
If you’re craving a splash of color and a little tropical warmth, this Needle Felted Hibiscus Flower Tutorial by SnowflakeForest Felting is like a mini vacation for your craft table. The bold, vibrant red petals and sunny yellow center make … Read More...
12 Masculine Scrapbook Layouts for Men
Kat’s fun masculine birthday layout has a lot of white space with a bit of confetti thrown around, a cool mixed title with some stamping and amazing banners across the top. The banners are made from bakers twine with rectangle, … Read More...
FIFA Soccer Crafts For Kids, Crochet Fans And Game-Day Makers
Let’s be honest, soccer fever has a sneaky way of taking over the house. One minute you are just watching a match, and the next minute someone is cutting black pentagons out of paper, the good scissors have vanished, and … Read More...
Cross Stitch Ice Cream and Frozen Treats
Summer is the time for sweet treats, whether eating them or stitching them. This collection of patterns is full of designs that are good enough to eat. Almost.
This year of ice creams from Simone Balman Art is lots of … Read More...
Decorating Mistakes That Make Your Living Room Feel Cluttered
A living room can be freshly vacuumed, cushions plumped, and blankets folded neatly, yet still somehow feel busy and messy. That is usually the frustrating part. It is not always actual clutter causing the problem. Quite often, it is the … Read More...
Remembering Jill Smokler, Founder Of Scary Mommy
There are some voices from the early blogging days that stay with you, and Jill Smokler’s was one of them.
Jill Smokler, the founder of Scary Mommy, has died at the age of 48 after a more than two-year … Read More...
In the Garden Layer Cake – A Bloom-Filled Fabric Collection for Spring Sewing
Some fabric collections feel pretty, some feel useful, and then there are those rare ones that instantly spark a dozen ideas the moment you see them. The In the Garden Layer Cake from Fat Quarter Shop falls firmly into … Read More...
How To Do Kitchener Stitch: A Beginner-Friendly Guide To Grafting Knitting Seamlessly
Kitchener stitch is one of those knitting techniques that feels a little bit mysterious until you finally sit down and do it. It is often used to close the toes of socks, but it is also a wonderfully neat way … Read More...
Pattern Review: Georgie Granny Square Bucket Hat Crochet Pattern
The Georgie Granny Square Bucket Hat Crochet Pattern is one of those fun wearable crochet projects that has just the right mix of retro charm and modern festival style. If you have been seeing granny square bucket hats popping up … Read More...
Sunflower Ribbon Embroidery Tutorials and Kits to Brighten Your Hoop
Sunflower ribbon embroidery has such a lovely dramatic finish. The petals naturally suit silk ribbon, the flower centres add rich texture, and even a small design can look beautifully dimensional once it’s stitched. If you’ve been wanting to try this … Read More...
15 Charity Sewing Projects That Let You Sew Something Useful For A Good Cause
Let’s be honest, most of us have fabric sitting in the cupboard that was bought with very good intentions.
Some of it was going to become a quilt. Some of it was definitely going to become a bag. Some of … Read More...
Free Giant Squishy Octopus Crochet Pattern
There is just something ridiculously charming about a giant crochet octopus, isn’t there? Maybe it is the soft round head, maybe it is the eight chunky little legs, or maybe it is the fact that once you make one, you … Read More...
12 Handmade Patriotic 4th of July Card Ideas
Wow, check out this stunning 3D card for the 250th Anniversary of the USA! Pam’s easel card uses several dies and lots of embellishments with a decorated house in front of a large lighthouse surrounded by trees and a framed … Read More...
Shark Week Learning for Kids
Shark Week generally happens in July, but any time is a good time to learn more about sharks.
First, start with some fun whale facts like these from Kids Craft Room. Here I learned about the dwarf lantern shark… Read More...
Knit Summer Tops with Fun Necklines
I mentioned the other day that there are, or at least it feels like there are, a lot more options for knitting garments to wear in the summer, and I want to share as many of them as I can, … Read More...
DIY Pottery Clay Doily Platter with Pink Speckled Glaze
There’s something special about combining old traditions with modern design. I’ve always adored the stack of vintage doilies handed down from my grandmother, but since lace doesn’t exactly suit my home aesthetic, I started experimenting with ways to repurpose their … Read More...
How to Make Thick Yoghurt Smoothie Bowls in the Ninja Slushie Maker
A quick, creamy breakfast with fresh fruit added on top
Smoothie bowls are one of those beautiful breakfasts that feel healthy and a little indulgent at the same time. Thick, cold, creamy, and pretty enough that you almost don’t want … Read More...