Election Day is more fraught than usual this year for all sorts of reasons, but I for one love voting, and I know I’m not the only one.
And it’s fun for kids to get to vote and make their … Read More...
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by Sarah White
Election Day is more fraught than usual this year for all sorts of reasons, but I for one love voting, and I know I’m not the only one.
And it’s fun for kids to get to vote and make their … Read More...
This beautifully illustrated book entitled Animal Embroidery Workbook by Jessica Long is a must-have if you want to create some lovely critter embroidery.
There are 30 different projects, each with a detailed and unique design. With sections on beginner designs, … Read More...
These 4 sweet little bibs are quick to stitch and will delight the little one during your holiday dinner! Includes Instructions for a Button Nose Snowman, Christmas Elf, Gingerbread Baby and of course Santa! Made using cotton worsted-weight yarn.… Read More...
Looking for a fun and rewarding DIY project that you can complete in a single evening or weekend afternoon? This Baby Gingham Quilt is the perfect choice! With its simple design and charming aesthetic, this quilt is both beginner-friendly and … Read More...
Designer and crafter Vicki Boutin inspires and guides us through life’s wonderful moments into the world of mixed media arts in this magical class full of Art Crayons, Glazes, and techniques for crafters at any level! Listen to her roots … Read More...
If you’re looking for a festive beading project to work on during the holiday season, these beaded Christmas snowflakes are such a lovely place to start. They’re pretty, decorative, and perfect for those cozy winter evenings when you feel like … Read More...
Rainbows have been a very trendy style this year and you might think of it as being a spring design but why not carry that trend into fall too? Laura used a rainbow of colors to die cut loads of … Read More...
Marjolijn used pattern paper and stamped images to create this Halloween pocket page. She created her pocket and then punched holes down the side to fit into her binder. Inside the pocket is a tall tag which can be peeked … Read More...
These curled ribbon ornaments are so festive and pretty, it’s hard to believe they’re so easy that you can make them in just minutes! Because they’re made with curled ribbon, you can match them to any theme or decor — … Read More...
by Sarah White
This is a recycled craft, using repurposed materials. sari silk ribbon is beautiful and so colorful, the pictures don’t do it justice. crocheting with this fabric yarn goes quickly. the project is done in no time. these silk covered mason … Read More...
by Sarah White
This crochet poncho for Barbie would be a great addition to your doll’s fall wardrobe. A nice pop of color in orange and it can easily be turned into a Halloween costume with the addition of a Jack-O-Lantern face.
Check … Read More...
Starting today through 11/3, Cricut is launching their Flash Sale, featuring 40% off materials and accessories!
Cricut.com is offering Free Economy Shipping on orders $99+ with code SHIPOCT or OCTSHIP through 10/31. Use code NOVSHIP OR SHIPNOV for free … Read More...
by Sarah White
A L-O-N-G time ago, when I first started writing about knitting for About, I learned about the Red Scarf Project, an initiative of Foster Care to Success, a program that helps young adults transitioning out of the foster care … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
Fabric pumpkins are a fun way to decorate for fall! You can make your own DIY fabric pumpkins in any color to match your decor. Heather from Heather Handmade shows how to make cute fabric pumpkins from knit fabric. Her … Read More...
by Sarah White
This little Thanksgiving cross stitch sampler is super cute and a great little project for this time of year.
It features pilgrims, a pumpkin and a turkey as well as some other fall images. It comes out to 135 by … Read More...
If you do any crafts with yarn you probably have a stash of leftovers. What a great way to use them up this holiday season. Also it could be a fun way to give yarn to a creative person you … Read More...
This Christmas quilt is by Pat Sloan the quilting queen. Originally this was a quilt along but now all the blocks are there and you can steam road ahead and create your own Christmas quilt. There is still enough time … Read More...
American Craft Council to Host Online Annual Craft Bash Nov. 16 – Dec. 6
Minneapolis – October 27, 2020 — As a virtual extension of the annual in-person event of the same name, Craft Bash 2020 will feature the handmade … Read More...
Bake up some cheer with this stitched gingerbread wreath design. Finished size: stitch count: 53H x 54W; design size: 3 7/8″ x 3 7/8″. You can purchase this pattern here.
Sandy is over on the Ellen Hutson blog with a video showing how to color the same images two ways. She stamped the adorable barn owl on black and on white paper, using colored pencils to color them both but … Read More...