Getting our yarn stashes in order seems to be a common New Year’s resolution for knitters, or a target of our spring cleaning efforts later in the year. It looks like it’s been a while since I’ve talked about how … Read More...
Ways to Organize and Store Cross Stitch Floss
I know getting organized in the new year is a big goal for a lot of crafters, and while I’m doing pretty well in some places, there are definitely things I could improve.
Most notably the way I store cross … Read More...
How to Serve Ninja Slushies at a Party Without Constant Refilling
Let me paint you a picture.
You’ve planned the drinks.
You’ve prepped the ingredients.
You’ve proudly rolled out your Ninja Slushie Maker like the domestic goddess you are.
And then… the party starts.
Suddenly you’re stuck in the kitchen, refilling, … Read More...
Clay Studio Series: Carved Leather Texture Pottery Review
When it comes to pottery, carving transforms a simple clay vessel into something truly extraordinary. In this YouTube video, the artist demonstrates how to create a tooled leather look on clay by carefully carving and designing into the surface of … Read More...
Free Felting Tutorial Friday: Washing Machine Felted Toadstool Cottage
This week’s Free Felting Tutorial Friday is pure fairytale magic!
If you’ve ever dreamed of creating a whimsical, storybook-style felted home for your gnomes, fairies, or tiny woodland friends — this washing machine wet-felted toadstool cottage from Castle of Costa … Read More...
4 FREE Winter Pattern Papers to Download for Paper Crafts
Winter-themed papers are one of those stash staples you reach for again and again — perfect for seasonal layouts, cards, journals, and memory keeping during the colder months. From cosy textures to soft colours and subtle patterns, the right paper … Read More...
Cool Craft Idea: Make Your Own Craft Kit “Subscription”
Craft subscription boxes are a lot of fun for kids, but they can be pretty expensive, and if you already have a lot of craft supplies at home or in your classroom, you can even make your own “subscription” kits … Read More...
How to Make a Winter Mouse Slimline Card
How adorable is this cozy Winter Mouse card from Caitlin!? This time of year after the Holidays are over is a great time to tell someone you’re thinking of them and send them some warm Winter wishes. For her design … Read More...
Knit a Sweater for Kids that’s Covered in Fish
Sometimes the trends in the knitting/crafting world surprise me. Like the emotional support chicken. That was one I don’t think anyone expected to take off the way that it did, but it really resonated with people for some reason. … Read More...
A Quick Guide to Common Cross Stitch Symbols
When you first start out with cross stitch, you probably will work from charts that only include symbols that cover the whole square, meaning that the stitches you’re working are full cross stitches.
But as time goes on you might … Read More...
Turning a 40lb Birdseed Sack into a Recycled Grocery Tote
If you’re into recycled crafts and love giving trash a second life, then you’re going to be obsessed with this clever upcycle project from Instructables. The tutorial walks you through how to turn an empty 40lb birdseed sack into a … Read More...
Pattern Review: Sunstruck Cardi from KnitPicks
The Sunstruck Cardi is proof that crochet lace never goes out of style. Light, airy, and effortlessly wearable, this crochet cardigan is one of those pieces that feels just as perfect for tossing over a casual tee and jeans as … Read More...
12 Pets Christmas Scrapbook Layout Ideas
Pets are very much part of the family, which makes their Christmas moments just as worth documenting as anyone else’s. From mischievous present inspections and festive walks to cosy naps by the tree, holiday memories with pets are often some … Read More...
Have Fun with Giant Coloring Pages
If you’re reading this around the time I published it, we’re in that kind of lull period where many people aren’t at work, the kids aren’t at school and no one knows quite what to do with themselves. It’s the … Read More...
12 Handmade Winter Animal and Bird Cards
As the Holidays draw to a close you might be tempted to put away all those Christmas card crafting supplies but many of them can still be used to create cards for Winter. If someone has a Winter birthday or … Read More...
Transform Your Dresser with This DIY Stenciled Anthropologie Knock-Off
If you’ve ever admired the beautiful and unique furniture at Anthropologie, you know how expensive it can be! But what if you could create a similar look for a fraction of the price? This DIY Stenciled Dresser Knock-Off tutorial shows … Read More...
It’s Cold Out There! Time to Knit a Hat
I will freely admit that I’m not much of a hat person. I like knitting hats, I just don’t like wearing them that much. The exception might be this fisherman’s rib hat I knit recently, which is so squishy and … Read More...
Hot Cocoa Cross Stitch Patterns
Because I live in the Northern Hemisphere, this time of year all I want to do is sit somewhere with a warm beverage and craft. Maybe we can actually craft something inspired by a warm beverage? With that in mind, … Read More...
Frosé (Frozen Rosé): My Favourite Pink Cocktail to Make in the Ninja Slushie Maker
I’ve said it before, and I’ll happily say it again: my Ninja Slushie Maker has become one of the most-used appliances in my kitchen. It sits there on the bench like a quiet little hero, waiting for the moment inspiration … Read More...
Perfect Roving for Practice, Play, and Teaching
As someone who’s been felting for years, I’ve learned there’s a big difference between “keepsake wool” and “practice wool.” I never use budget roving on my heirloom or gift pieces — those deserve the soft, high-quality fibers that felt like … Read More...