Ric rac trim gives such a sweet vintage style to your sewing projects. Heather from Heather Handmade used ric rac to create an adorable flag pillow for 4th of July. She used stripes of red
and white ric rac
, … Read More...
How to Make Cross-Stitch Earrings
I think most crafters like to show off the fact that they are crafters, but that can be difficult with some crafts that don’t lend themselves to garment making. Cross-stitch, for example, isn’t usually used on a lot of things … Read More...
Jackalope Mitts Knitting Pattern
Mythical creatures are a lot of fun, and these jackalope mitts from Jacquline Rivera are a great way to show off your love for unreal animals.
The top side of the mitt features half a jackalope face so that when … Read More...
How to Make Tiny Embroidered Jewelry
I’m not going to lie, if you need reading glasses then you are probably going to need them for this exquisite project from Needle ‘n Thread. Just look at this beautiful embroidered pendant.
The article describes the author’s … Read More...
How to Machine Quilt Better Spirals
Lori Kennedy brings us this helpful tutorial with four tips to getting better spirals in machine quilting. If you have ever seen any of Ms. Kennedy’s work, I am pretty sure you were impressed. She has so many … Read More...
24 DIY Problem Solving Mazes For Kids
Problem-solving mazes are a fun and interactive way for kids to learn and practice important problem-solving skills. The projects highlighted in this roundup article, 24 DIY Problem Solving Mazes For Kids, are just a small sample of the many ways … Read More...
4th of July Sale at Annies
Happy 4th of July! Annie’s is starting the celebration early with 1776 pattern downloads for $4 or less! This promotion will start on 7/1/21 at 9:00 am EST and end on 7/6/21 at 8:00 am EST. Feel free to share … Read More...
60 No Kiln Ceramic Craft Ideas
As someone who has worked with clay for many years, I can attest to the fact that it is a fun and rewarding craft. And while traditional ceramics can be a slow and expensive process, using air-drying clay to create … Read More...
2 Slimline Summer Cards
Carrie combined several techniques to create these bold and colorful slimline cards for Summer. Using ink pads for ink blending she layered a sun beam die over top one card, the other she ink blended over a stencil for a … Read More...
Sew a Twirly Circle Skirt – Free Pattern
There’s nothing like a circle skirt for twirling! You can sew an easy twirly circle skirt for girls with this free pattern from Fabric Love. This style of skirt is super versatile and can be sewn from a range … Read More...
Cardstock Grid Scrapbook Layout
When we think about adding pattern and color to a layout I’m sure most of us reach for pattern paper but solid colors of cardstock can do the same thing. It’s easy to add dimension, texture and pattern to cardstock … Read More...
Beginners Guide to Punch Needle
Have you been wanting to learn a new craft? Punch needle may be just what you are looking for. This detailed guide from Raising Nobles tells you everything you need to know when starting out. From all of the tools … Read More...
Air Conditioner in a Bottle
I don’t know what the weather is like where you are, but across the United States, things have been heating up temperature-wise. Where I live, we’ve been in the 90s for a little while now with high humidity levels and … Read More...
Hibiscus Cross Stitch Pattern
Nothing says summer like lush, bright flowers, and this hibiscus cross-stitch pattern from Crosstitch.com is a great one for bringing that summer feeling home all year.
It’s 114 by 145 stitches, or about 8 by 10 on 14-count fabric. It … Read More...
Baby Bootie Knitting Patterns
When it comes to knitting for babies, one of the most popular items to make is baby booties. They are small and quick to knit, making them perfect for those last minute baby shower gifts or for when you just … Read More...
Baby Yoda Guacamole Platter
Okay, this is way cute. For all the Mandalorian and Star Wars fans, this will be an amazing addition to any party calling for snacks.
Cause who doesn’t love Baby Yoda’s face? Get him his chickie nuggies!
Perfect for any … Read More...
Sunflower Embroidery Stitch Tutorial
This beautiful woven sunflower stitch from Pumora caught my eye immediately and I knew that I had to bring it to you. Just look at all of the detail in both the center and the petals.
This is definitely not … Read More...
Canada Day Coloring Pages
Make pretty maple leaf art for Canada Day with the help of free printables from The Imagination Box.
This design uses intersecting lines to make different segments that can be colored in lots of different colors, or stick with natural … Read More...
Make Cards using Pattern Paper Scraps
I know most of us paper crafters probably have large piles of pattern papers scraps, they’re too pretty to throw away, right!? But what to do with them? Lydia has a great idea to use up those scraps for paper … Read More...
Easy Sew Bucket Hat – Free Pattern
Tired of the same old ball caps or no hat at all? Then sew yourself this Easy Sew Bucket Hat today and stay cool while out and about. There’s a free pattern over at Happiest Camper. This bucket hat … Read More...