I feel like I have my yarn stash pretty well organized (I was going to say under control but we all know that’s a lie) but where I really struggle is keeping my knitting needles organized. It’s something I want … Read More...
How to Make a Winter Mini Scrapbook Flip Album
If you’re looking to keep track of all your Winter memories in one place then check out this amazing Snowman flip album from Kathy. This mini scrapbook album has a wonderful shaker element filled with sequins on the cover with … Read More...
Funny Valentine’s Cross Stitch Patterns
After writing about the same holidays for many years, it can be hard to find new things to share, so I love to come at holidays from different angles, which is what these funny Valentine’s day cross stitch patterns do. … Read More...
Crochet Pattern – Messenger Cross Body Tote
The pattern is for a feminine cross-body messenger bag, written in English using US terms. It doesn’t include charts, but it’s explained step by step.
The bag is unique and beautiful, created using shells and cluster stitches, with three … Read More...
How to Bind a Quilt the Easy Way – Perfect Corners Every Time
If you’ve ever finished piecing and quilting a project, only to stare at the raw edges thinking now what?, you’re not alone. Binding a quilt is one of those steps that can feel intimidating, especially when it comes to … Read More...
FREE Valentines Day Die Cut Card to Download
How beautiful is this Valentine’s Day Card? There’s a lovely rose pattern background and a large LOVE word for the center. You can download this digital cut file and use your electronic die cutting machine like a Cricut or Silhouette … Read More...
Knit a Whole Set of Ribbed Garments Out of Your Dreams
I started to share one of these patterns before, but when I saw it was going to be a whole set I knew I needed to wait until they were all released to share because otherwise I’d just have to … Read More...
Book Review: The Hidden Wisdom of Animals
We humans often think of ourselves as far removed from animals, so different that they couldn’t possibly share anything that would help us live our lives better.
But as Kate Siber notes in her book (illustrated by Kaitlynn Copithorne) The … Read More...
Castor Oil Scalp Treatment for Dryness and Hair Growth
Dry, itchy, flaky scalp. Sound familiar? Mine flared up every change of season—or after stress (aka teenage exam weeks)—and I’d tried all sorts of store-bought “miracles” that left me smelling like menthol and still scratching my head.
Then I gave … Read More...
Wet Felting Rose Tutorial Review – Gillian Gladrag
If you’ve ever wanted to create painterly felt artwork that looks like a watercolor painting come to life, Gillian Gladrag’s Wet Felted Rose Tutorial is pure inspiration. This YouTube video captures her signature mix of creativity, charm, and expert technique, … Read More...
12 Winter Fun Scrapbook Layout Ideas
Winter has a way of creating memorable moments — from cosy days indoors and seasonal celebrations to outdoor adventures, snow play, and quiet family time. These are the kinds of memories that often get scattered across phones and cameras, but … Read More...
How to Transfer a Cross Stitch Pattern to Your Fabric
When working small cross stitch projects, it’s easy enough to follow along with the chart and always know where you are. You can start from the center and work out, or start from a corner and work across and up … Read More...
DIY Chalk-Painted Wooden Cheese Platter Board
There’s something extra special about serving cheese and nibbles on a board that you’ve customized yourself. This chalk-painted wooden platter board not only looks beautiful but also lets you write directly on it—labeling cheeses, doodling arrows toward crackers, or … Read More...
Free Easy Crochet Pattern – Husky Dog Coasters
My nephews have a husky—and let me tell you, he’s absolutely adorable… and massive. So when I spotted this Husky Dog Coaster Crochet Pattern from HiCrochet, I couldn’t help but smile. It’s such a fun and friendly little project … Read More...
12 Handmade Snowman Card Ideas using Stamps and Dies
It might seem hard to come up with card ideas after the Holidays are over but if you need to create a card for a birthday, thinking of you, anniversary or thank you during this time of year try including … Read More...
Valentine’s Day Printables and Activities for Kids
As you can imagine I’ve done a lot of Valentine’s Day content over the years (see, for example, heart activities and Valentine’s Day STEM, to name a couple) so this year I thought I’d share something different with a … Read More...
Little Knitting Projects to Slim Your Yarn Stash
After talking about ways to organize your yarn the other day, it got me thinking about how to use some of that yarn. Nothing motivates me to start new projects like cleaning up my stash, LOL.
In that spirit … Read More...
Crispy, Sweet And Guilt-Free: The Best Air Fryer Apple Recipes for Every Craving
I’ll be the first to admit it—I have a serious addiction to my air fryer. If it can be air fried, I’ve probably already tried it. But when it comes to apples? Oh, don’t get me started. The sweet, juicy … Read More...
Free Crochet Pattern – Rosana Pocket Shawl
Introducing Rosana, the pocket shawl with a delightful secret! This versatile and chic accessory combines style with functionality, making it the perfect addition to your wardrobe. Crafted in sizes S/M/L and XL/XXL/XXXL, Rosana offers a comfortable fit for all body … Read More...
Can I Use Polymer Clay for Making Food Platters and Bowls?
If you’ve ever wandered down the craft aisle and been tempted by those brightly packaged blocks of polymer clay, you might be wondering—could I use this for making bowls, plates, or even serving platters? It’s a fair question, especially … Read More...