Independent craft blog since 2007
The holidays are a beautiful whirlwind of baking, gifting, socialising, eating, and let’s be honest—overdoing just about everything. After weeks of sugar cookies, rich meals, late nights, and screen time, the body and mind can feel sluggish, puffy, … Read More...
Welcome to our ultimate collection of basket crochet patterns, where functionality meets creativity! Whether you’re looking to add a touch of handmade charm to your home decor or need practical storage solutions, our roundup of diverse and stunning crochet … Read More...
I got the news over the weekend that Barbara G. Walker, an icon of knitting and feminism, died on December 21, 2025, at the age of 95. She had abdominal cancer and had been in hospice.
Every knitter has been … Read More...
I did a post last year with ideas for learning about snow, but there’s always more out there so let’s look deeper into some projects using or talking about snow.
If you have snow where you live there are … Read More...
“Patch the Tortoise” – a delightful fusion of charm and functionality, brought to life by the creative mind of Irene Strange. This adorable tortoise isn’t just a whimsical addition to your crochet collection; it doubles as a practical pin cushion … Read More...
If you’ve ever prepped for a craft market, you’ll know the feeling: the table space is booked, your display stands are ready, and then you realize you need dozens of pieces to fill it all. That’s where this polymer clay… Read More...
Some sewing projects are just practical. Others? They’re filled with heart. This Walker and Wheelchair Caddy Organizer Pattern is definitely both.
If you’ve ever watched a loved one navigate life with a walker or wheelchair, you’ll know how important it … Read More...
While your scrapping your Christmas and Holiday layouts you’ll want to download these pretty present die cut files to add to your Holiday designs, there’s two styles of wrapped boxes to use, with side ribbon and without. These can be … Read More...
The first word that comes to mind when I look at patterns from Kits by SAstitch is “cute.” These adorable patterns cover a range of holidays, flowers, cats and more, so let’s take a closer look.
As of this writing … Read More...
How lovely is this Winter Scene card from Lynn!? This Bridge Card has a unique style with two layered white on white dry embossed panels on either side with a space between them for the scene section. She stamped the … Read More...
I Am the Sun, written by Janessa Parker and illustrated by Beverly Blacksheep, is a heartfelt look into Diné/Navajo culture
The illustrations are deeply saturated and colorful and look like they were drawn with markers. They are a vital … Read More...
As much as I love knitting by hand, and it will always by my favorite way to use yarn, sometimes it is fun to do something different. I have gotten into crochet more in the past couple of years, … Read More...
Before you drag that Christmas tree out to the curb, wait just a sec—you might be throwing away the best garden helper you’ve had all year!
We just found an awesome article over at Garden Gate Magazine that shares 3 … Read More...
The Sophie Pincushion, with its vibrant colors and versatile design, serves as a testament to the ingenuity and resourcefulness of crafters. Crafted from leftover yarn, it not only breathes new life into remnants but also offers a practical … Read More...
This week’s Free Felting Tutorial Friday is for all the animal lovers out there — and especially for those of us who have cats that think every craft supply is secretly a toy. This simple and satisfying Felted Cat Toy … Read More...
Looking to hold all your Christmas memories in one small place? Try creating a mini tag album like Connie did. She cut lots of tag shapes from coordinating pattern papers using a metal ring though the holes at the top … Read More...
Sometimes it’s hard to find winter cross stitch patterns that aren’t overtly Christmas related, and this one just barely squeaks by but I’m going to allow it because it’s just so pretty I have to share it.
Tinsel Cross Stitch … Read More...
Last year I did a post all about snow globe crafts, but this year let’s try to make it a little more educational with some learning activities with a snow globe theme.
This snow globe letter find from Kindergarten … Read More...
When I’m looking around for patterns to share with you, I often leave myself notes so I remember what the pattern is like without having to click on the link. When I added the Honey Jacket by Anne Ventzel to … Read More...
The Cherry Puff Crochet Stitch offers a delightful combination of simplicity and texture, making it a versatile addition to your repertoire. With basic crochet stitches and charming puff stitches, this pattern creates an open and airy design with just the … Read More...
