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September is National Sewing Month, which means we finally have an official excuse for buying fabric for all those projects we are absolutely, definitely going to finish.
National Sewing Month has been celebrated every September since 1982, when President … Read More...
Double knitting is a lot of fun to do, but if you’re new to the process it can be intimidating to start with a big project. That’s why I have a little set of double knit coasters on my website … Read More...
If you like your fall decor on the punny side, this collection of funny gourd cross stitch patterns was picked just for you!
If you have a tuxedo cat, which I do, you’ll love this Hello Gourdgeous design form Witch … Read More...
I love the rich woodgrain with the pear green color that Valeska used on her rustic layout! This is so charming with knitted pattern paper, vintage camera, clocks, cards and typewriter embellishments, frames and lots of soft florals. Everything is … Read More...
This time of year is a great time for pulling out all the apple and pumpkin themed worksheets to add a little seasonal fun to your learning. Let’s take a look at some fun pumpkin themed worksheets for the classroom … Read More...
If there’s one thing that signals the cosy crafting season has officially arrived, it’s pumpkin spice everything. The mugs come out, the jumpers get layered, and suddenly the craft table feels extra inviting. That’s exactly the mood behind this free … Read More...
Halloween crafting as an adult is a completely different beast, isn’t it? We still love the pumpkins, ghosts, bats, skeletons and cobwebs, but sometimes we want Halloween crafts that look a little more polished than a paper plate monster stuck … Read More...
If a new sewing or embroidery machine has been sitting on your wish list, this might be the little nudge you needed.
The Baby Lock Labor Day Sale is on now, with 10% off qualifying machines and accessories through September … Read More...
If you love the idea of making your own necklace but feel a little nervous about clasps, crimp beads and fiddly findings, this simple beaded necklace without a clasp is a perfect beginner project.
A no-clasp necklace is exactly what … Read More...
Brava Yarn Is 20% Off All September
If you need soft, affordable yarn for a project that will actually be used and washed, Brava is worth adding to your list. This bestselling acrylic yarn is the Yarn of the Month … Read More...
I love the juxtaposition of the dark and spooky background and the cute happy witch dressed in bright blue on this darling card from Deborah! The witch is stamped and colored with alcohol based markers and placed on a pre-printed … Read More...
If your skin’s feeling dull and cranky from too much sun, sweat, or sunscreen, it might be time to give it a zesty little pick-me-up. This DIY Margarita Face Scrub is basically a cocktail for your complexion—minus the hangover. Inspired … Read More...
A few years ago I wrote a post that was full of patterns for knit mushrooms, but I don’t think I ever did a post that was knitting patterns with mushrooms on them, so today’s the day.
I love … Read More...
When fall comes around, pumpkins tend to steal the spotlight, but there are a lot of other fun gourds out there to stitch and decorate with. Let’s take a look at some gourd cross stitch patterns for fall.
Stitch a … Read More...
Every quilter hits a creative lull from time to time. Maybe you’ve finished a big project and aren’t sure what to start next, or maybe life has been so busy that your sewing machine hasn’t seen daylight in weeks. Fat … Read More...
If you thought Millionaire’s Shortbread couldn’t get any more indulgent, let me introduce you to my latest obsession: Biscoff Millionaire’s Shortbread. It takes the classic buttery shortbread base, swaps out the caramel for creamy cookie butter, and tops it … Read More...
This is a cute, no-fuss crochet bag pattern that feels very handmade in the nicest possible way. The Girls Crochet Handbags project on CraftBits uses Lily Sugar’n Cream cotton yarn, a 5 mm hook, and simple single crochet rows … Read More...
Halloween scrapbooking is honestly one of my favourite seasonal projects. There’s just something playful about mixing pumpkins, ghosts, stars, bats, spiderwebs, and all the spooky-but-cute shapes that come out this time of year. Even if your Halloween looks more like … Read More...
There’s something magical about making tiny things — and this book, Needle Felting Miniatures for Beginners by Clara V. Mossberry, captures that joy perfectly. Whether you’re brand new to felting or just looking for something lighthearted to make between bigger … Read More...
Let’s be honest — there’s something magical about an old globe. Maybe it’s the promise of adventure, the feeling that anything is possible, or just that vintage charm that instantly makes a room feel more interesting. Whatever it is, globes … Read More...
