*Cool Daddy-O!* This Geometric Card from Carly has a fun retro vibe to it. She used simple 1/2 circle die cut shapes of colored cardstock to create this mid-century modern design. She’ll show you how to layout the design, add … Read More...
How to make your own worry dolls
I had totally forgotten about worry dolls but I had a collection of them all through college. I’m sure they are in some box somewhere though. But, not to “worry” I think I will make a new set using the … Read More...
Stitch a Pumpkin Cat — a Pumpkit!
We just got a couple of kittens, and one of them is black, so I’m looking forward to staging some adorable Halloween scenes with them in the middle. Cats and Halloween just go together, and the Pumpkit cross stitch pattern … Read More...
Halloween Pumpkin Layout
Emilie is ready for Halloween with this wonderful Pumpkin Layout. She added lots of texture by adding torn double sided pattern paper down one side of the layout and also behind her photo. She added her embellishments mostly across the … Read More...
DIY Christmas Gnome Softie – Free Pattern
Sew Can She has a free pattern you can use to sew your own DIY Christmas gnome softie. With his plaid flannel hat and long fuzzy beard, he’d look so cute as part of your cozy winter and Christmas decor! … Read More...
Back to School Laptop Craft
Even if your kids aren’t virtual this year, odds are good they’re spending time at school using laptops. This cute laptop back to school craft is a good way to commemorate virtual school or just to recognize the fact that … Read More...
The Best Back to School Snacks
It’s that time of year again! Kids are finally able to return to school after over a year of homeschool and boredom.
Here are some fun snacks and recipes to dress up their lunches and inspire some creativity.
Beginning Sashiko Stitch Tutorial
I have always been intrigued by the art of Sashiko, but I have never had a chance to learn more about it. This article from Koekoek was just what I was looking for.
It is a nice introduction to this … Read More...
Craft Artist Interview with – Huipei
Check out our video interview with Huipei from Pocket Yarnlings, You can see some of her crochet projects we have featured over on eh crochet blog here and watch the video here.
You will need to be a … Read More...
How To Add Glass Chips To Your Resin Pours
This resin pour features Fire Glass 
that has been color-coordinated with the pour and added into the wet resin. The glass gives the piece lots of dimension and is a great alternative to using glitter of gold flakes when making … 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...
Stamped and Stenciled Halloween Cards
These amazing Happy Halloween cards from Mindy combine stamping and stenciling with touches of glitter. Using products from Taylored Expressions she stamped her large sentiments on ink blending cardstock and then used a stencil to apply different mediums like glitter … Read More...
Circle Drawstring Makeup Bag Free Sewing Pattern
This circle drawstring bag makes a great makeup bag! The drawstring opens wide so you can easily see and access your things inside the bag. It’s easy to sew and all you need is two fat quarters and some ribbon … Read More...
Embellishment Cluster Scrapbook Cards
Adding embellishments in clusters has been a trend in paper crafting for awhile now, it’s a great way to draw the eye and use up small products. Khristina used 4″x6″ preprinted scrapbook journaling cards as a base and added clusters … Read More...
A Ghostly Hat Knitting Pattern
This knit hat covered with ghosts makes me smile for two different reasons. First, it’s really cute, and second, it’s called the Odd Soul Hat, which makes me smile because there’s a restaurant where I live called the Odd Soul.… Read More...
Printable Back to School Bingo Cards
The first few days of back to school time are full of learning routines and learning about each other, especially for younger learners. There’s lots of time for games and fun activities as you ease into the year, and this … Read More...
Book in a jar makes a fun contest
When I first spotted these strips of book pages in a jar I just loved it a simply a great visual. But it it actually serves as a fun way to make a contest. You challenge people to guess what … Read More...
How to Make a Quilted Tote Bag
It is time to put your quilting prowess to work and make a beautiful quilted tote bag. Andy from A Bright Corner makes it easy with her tutorial.
This tote uses plenty of scrap fabrics and it easy to piece … Read More...
20 Autumn Crafts Using Real Fall Leaves
Do you know what makes a great craft material? Free material. So when you can go outside and pick up your own craft supplies from the ground, to me that is amazing. Make the most of these crafts made using … Read More...
Crochet Sloth Pattern
Unfortunately, I didn’t realize when I gave birth to my two children that they would turn into teenage sloths, They move at the pace of a sloth most school mornings, especially when being told they are running late and need … Read More...