Find a box and step right into it. Take your hook and yarn with you. Sit down and follow all the rules. When you get tired of following all those rules, make a few of your own. Then, you are … Read More...
Glass Toggle Clasp
There are so many mass made toggle clasps out there and they really are great solutions to finishing your jewelry pieces. But why not find something unique like this to ensure that your jewelry creation is definitely one of a … Read More...
Stuff Those Stockings!
Now that you’ve got all those cool handknit stockings hanging by the chimney with care it’s time to stuff them. Is there a stocking for a sewer or knitting hanging there?
Myself, I can never have enough tape measures. I … Read More...
What’s new at FREEBIES, etc.!
Judy of FREEBIES, etc.! has been churning out needlepoint tutes, tips, and patterns so quickly that I haven’t been able to keep up! Pour yourself a cup of coffee and spend a little time on her site. If you’re like … Read More...
Free pattern catch-up
his roundup is all about free patterns. We have created this quick list with links to each pattern. We have tried to choose free patterns to suit something for everyone.
Please note that these patterns were free at the … Read More...
Fun Christmas Snowman Treats You Can Make In Your Kitchen
So many fun, sweet things to make in honor of Frosty.
Winners of the five Noni designer flower patterns
Congratulations to all of you that won these stunning Noni flower patterns. Thank goodness this was a random drawing because I would’ve had a difficult time choosing the winners. I want to thank you all for participating in this giveaway.… Read More...
Self-Critical Artists
I think it’s funny how critical artists can be of themselves. And I can say that because I do the same thing.
Check out these beads on Etsy by Dragynsfyre. She says they’re discolored. I say they’re perfect and … Read More...
Make a Holiday Village
Make this adorable holiday village for your mantle. Find all the instructions and step by step photos on Claudine Hellmuth’s blog. Thanks for sharing this project Claudine!
Make Rugelach
Lots of recipes for rugelach, the traditional Jewish pastry.
There are things you just shouldn’t do
And one of them, believe it or not, is knit every waking moment. Oh, sure, you can knit while riding in the car (back of a bike is difficult, especially if you drop your yarn… don’t ask me how I … Read More...
Why DO we crochet?
Why do we crochet? Why don’t we stand on our heads or play mah jongg instead? Well, I can’t stand on my head and I never learned to play mah jongg – and i think you need some people to … Read More...
Farncombe Estate
Farncombe Estate in Worcestershire England will host it’s wonderful Christmas Art and Craft Fair on December 14th. You will not only find incredible textile, jewelry, painted treasures, and cards, you will be giving the gift of Handmade for that special … Read More...
Farncombe Estate
Farncombe Estate in Worcestershire England will host it’s wonderful Christmas Art and Craft Fair on December 14th. You will not only find incredible textile, jewelry, painted treasures, and cards, you will be giving the gift of Handmade for that special … Read More...
Owls Are In!
Last year it was chickens, this year I think it’s going to be owls.
Everywhere I turn I’m seeing owls. Check out these glass bead earrings listed on Etsy by RachelRose. Adorable, yes?
Favourite Holiday Products
Here’s a list of the holiday themed scrapbooking products I’m loving this year
This Christmas kit from Hambly
The Life at the Pole Collection from Sassafras Lass
Tinsel Town from Pink Paislee
And of course Wassail from BasicGrey. BasicGrey … Read More...
There’s Still Time!
Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh…. The new Knitty is out! (happy dance!)
Well, maybe there’s not really time for a sweater or an afghan (unless you go all super knitter), but I found this for you and had to share. … Read More...
Tutorial: Fast stitched cards
You’re running out of time to make and mail handcrafted Christmas cards. Don’t worry. Fern of Craft Blog has a solution. With a few simple supplies and a sewing machine, you can have lots of sweet handmade cards ready to … Read More...
Plan your weekend – Indie Craft Shows
More craft shows than you can shake a stick at, so get out your private jet…
SF Bay Area
… Read More...**The Crucible – Annual Holiday Gifty Art Sale & Open House
Saturday & Sunday, December 13th & 14th
10AM to
Free patterns: Cross-stitch on gingham
CC of Lace ‘n’ Ribbon Roses blog is sharing a vintage free leaflet from Coats & Clark, Cross-Stitch Your Gingham. Motifs include a flower, apple, bow, poodle, and alphabet. Get the patterns. And thanks so much, CC!