If you’ve been knitting for a while (or a LONG while, like I have) you may understandably feel pretty confident in your skills. If you are like me, this might cause you to be a little cocky when it comes … Read More...
Butterfly Cross Stitch Patterns
I love watching out for when the butterflies start heading back north in the spring. Every year I want to plant more flowers in the hope of drawing more butterflies to my yard. If it’s not yet time for butterflies … Read More...
Free In The Hoop – Gift Box
Looking for a fun and customizable gift idea? Check out this free “In the Hoop Gift Box” from Kreative Kiwi!
This versatile design offers plenty of room for personalization, whether you want to add a name, message, or use your … Read More...
3 Large and Long Fantasy Coloring Pages
If you love Fantasy design like I do then you must download these stunning coloring pages! There are three different images, a dragon with her clutch of eggs, a butterfly fairy with arched architecture background and a scribe with books … Read More...
Learning about Deaf History Month
Deaf History Month is recognized during the month of April, but as with other awareness and history months, it serves as a reminder that many of us could do a better job incorporating these stories throughout the year.
The original … Read More...
Twist Your Stitches for a Fun Vest Knitting Pattern
In the past few years I’ve developed an appreciation for vests that I never had before. I had knit a few, and I liked them OK, but I guess I just didn’t fully embrace the layering possibilities that they can … Read More...
Cocoon Cardigan – Free Sewing Pattern
As the temperature dips and the crisp air sets in, there’s nothing quite like snuggling up in a cozy cardigan. Enter the Cocoon Cardigan, a free sewing pattern and tutorial that promises to be the perfect solution for those chilly … Read More...
Kitty Cat house – Free Crochet Pattern
Introducing the Kitty Cat House, a delightful and functional creation that has garnered a remarkable 5.0-star rating from eighteen enthusiastic reviewers.
Crafted with love and designed for the ultimate comfort of your feline friend, this cat house is the purrfect … Read More...
Don’t Touch My Quilt: A Guide to Polite Quilt Fair Etiquette
Hey there, fellow quilt enthusiasts! So, you’ve spent countless hours meticulously piecing together your masterpiece, and now it’s finally on display at a quilt fair. There’s just one problem – people can’t seem to keep their hands off it! Don’t … Read More...
147 Disney Scrapbook Page Titles
Yes, I admit, I am a Disney Adult, my husband and I love to go to Disney World. I’m doing my best to stay on top of creating Disney Layouts for my scrapbook but we’ve been so many times it’s … Read More...
Circular Knitting Machine FAQs
Lately I have been seeing a lot of interest in circular knitting machines and knitting patterns to use with the Addi and Sentro circular knitting machines. Whether you have one of these machines or are just thinking about getting one, … Read More...
Stitch Up a Pair of Comfy Pants
When it comes to knit garments, I think pants are probably the most overlooked project out there. Pants are a big project, much bigger than a sweater, and they will take a long time to knit.
But knit pants are … Read More...
Designer Spotlight: Little Dove Samplers
When I was casting about Etsy to find a designer to spotlight this week, I landed on Little Dove Samplers and felt like this might have been a designer that I showcased before. It turns out that I shares a … Read More...
Hummingbird and Flower Embroidery Kit
If you’re looking for a delightful way to unleash your creativity, the Hummingbird and Flower Embroidery Kit for Adults is a fantastic choice! With over 400 rave reviews and Amazon’s Choice in Embroidery Kits, it’s a hit among crafters of … Read More...
Create Stunning Cards with Solar Paste
Solar Paste created by Simon Hurly for Ranger Ink is a paste that looks very unassuming at first. It’s an almost white, light color with a creamy consistency that’s subtle on white cardstock but it really comes alive when applied … Read More...
How to make a giant pencil and adorable pencil shavings
I was looking around for some “artsy” ideas and I spotted a party hat that looked like the tip of a pencil. I then found a tutorial to make a whole giant pencil. These are super easy and looks like … Read More...
Book Review: Hand Spinning
I don’t have a lot of experience with spinning yarn, and I don’t really think you could learn it from a book. There are so many variables and the learning curve is so much lower if someone who knows what … Read More...
Anzac Day Activities for Kids
Anzac Day is basically the Australian and New Zealand equivalent of Memorial Day or Remembrance Day. Anzac stands for Australia New Zealand Army Corps, and it commemorates in particular the conflict at Gallipoli in World War I, though it’s generally … Read More...
Book Review – Hand Stitched Quilts
“Hand-Stitched Quilts” by Carolyn Forster invites readers into the serene world of slow and mindful quilting, providing a comprehensive guide to creating unique quilts entirely by hand. With 27 creative block designs, this book is not just a … Read More...
12 Scrapbook Layouts with DIY Detailed Backgrounds
Eva transformed chevron pattern paper into diamond shapes for the amazing background she created on this layout. Each shape is decorated with flowers and sentiments. Learn more at the Pinkfresh Studio blog.
I love doing detailed work for my paper … Read More...