Even though I tend to think of August as being the end of summer, where I live it’s just starting to get really hot, so there’s still plenty of time where it will be warm enough to wear knit tops.… Read More...
Bargello Needlepoint Review
Known for its striking looks, bargello is a popular design in needlepoint. This article from the Gentleman Crafter brings us a number of different variations of this striking design.
With examples of 7 different types of the technique, one is … Read More...
Book Review – Fun Accessories to Sew for Your Dog
Pamper your favorite pooch with this inspiring collection of cute canine accessories! Featuring dozens of doggie designs, Fun Accessories to Sew for Your Dog has something for every pet’s personality.
This book will show you how to make your own … Read More...
Color COVID-19 Blues Away This Summer With Coloring Books
This article was contributed by Elizabeth Shelby you can purchase her amazing coloring books here.
Summer is a season kids usually look forward to, with all the free time they would get to have and all the fun activities they … Read More...
20 Fun Wall Hooks You Can DIY
I am a firm believer in everything has a place, and everything should be in its place. So it is no wonder I love wall hooks, hooks for bags, hooks for coats, and wall hooks for keys. Organization at … Read More...
Nautical Pop Up Box Card
Crêté Angélique used products from Graphic 45 to create this wonderful Nautical Pop Up Box Card. It’s a perfect masculine card or for anyone who loves the sea. She’s sharing a template and step by step, cutting, folding and assembly … Read More...
Rows of Tags Scrapbook Layout
Junell used a tag shaped punch to punch out her garden photos for this wonderful layout. She mixed them with pre-printed tags for journal and created rows of them across her design. I love how she connected each row of … Read More...
Cute Felties!
Here’s something for the younger (or young at heart) needle felter. I’ve just come across Kawaii Felting, a cute website with sweet ideas for the new felter.
If you have heard the word Kawaii before you will know it means … Read More...
Mixed Media Shadow Box
Paula used lots of different products from Tim Holtz for this wonderful “Be Curious” Mixed Media Shadow Box. The aged vintage design also has a great masculine feel to it with lots of distress, crackled paint, gears, old paper and … Read More...
Knit a Tiny Tom Daley and His Gold Medal
The other day I told you about Tom Daley, the knitting Olympic gold medalist who knit a cozy for his medal and has been spotted in the stands knitting an Olympic sweater (and a dog sweater, too).
Now you … Read More...
Knit Yourself a Skirt with the Hopeful Skirt Pattern
Have you ever knit a skirt? I’ve knit a dress but not a skirt by itself, but the Hopeful Skirt from Handmade by Kunbi is making me think I need to change that!
This skirt has a great (and easy … Read More...
Host Your Own Olympic Games
Whether you’re into watching the Olympic Games or not, this is a fun time to put on your own games, whether as a family or in the classroom.
The Chaos and the Clutter has ideas for a fun backyard Olympics, … Read More...
Free Scrappy Modern Quilt Pattern
Perfect for modern quilters, this beautiful and free pattern is from Splendid Speck. With its bold and large blocks, it has a striking secondary design.
The finished quilt measures 68″ x 68″ so it is an ideal lap size. … Read More...
Book Review – Pure Soapmaking: How to Create Nourishing, Natural Skin Care Soaps
I recently took a long hiatus from making my own soaps , I felt like I had done it all and was kinda feeling burnt out. I got rid of all my supplies to a local teenager who was starting … Read More...
Coloring Stamps with Pastel Chalks
Tina used pastel chalks to add lots of pretty color to the butterflies on her card. She got a terrific tip to get a bold stamped outline when using chalks, she first stamps, then colors with the chalks and then … Read More...
Torn Layers Scrapbook Page
One simple way to add texture to your scrapbook designs is by tearing paper. If it is already printed with a white core or you print your own on to white paper then you’ll get a nice white edge when … Read More...
Circle Earbud Pouch – Sewing Tutorial
Earbuds are so easy to lose! Just as my teenage daughter, who seems to misplace them at least once a week. This small circle zipper pouch is the perfect place to keep your earbuds, and you can clip it on … Read More...
Peaking Sunflower Pillow Crochet Pattern
How to spool knit with a recycled toilet paper tube
I think everyone at one point or another spool knits, right? And after last year I don’t think any of us will look at a roll of toilet paper the same again. So why not take one of our favorite … Read More...
Sloth Hand Embroidery Design – Free Pattern
Sloths are about as cute as they can be, and this adorable design by Cutesy Crafts for the Polka Dot Chair website captures them perfectly. One look at this sweet sloth hanging from a tree and you’ll be making your … Read More...