Summer is the perfect time for all activities related to the beach and the ocean, regardless of whether the things you’re learning about are real. Mermaids are a lot of fun and a great way to bring a little … Read More...
Silly Goose Sock Knitting Pattern
I don’t know why thinking about whimsical knitting so often makes me think of fun knit socks. There are plenty of other ways knitters show their whimsy, from knitting chickens to dinosaurs (kind of the same thing, I guess) to … Read More...
Etsy Wednesday – Paisley Mehndi Designs
Immerse yourself in the exquisite world of Mehndi Paisley with this exclusive set of 14 Different Filled Stitch Machine Embroidery Designs, thoughtfully crafted by BunnycupEmb. Each design in this collection is meticulously curated to capture the intricate beauty and timeless … Read More...
Caught Red-Handed: Dealing with Crochet Pattern Copyright Infringement Like a Pro
Discovering that someone is profiting from your hard work and creativity by selling your crochet pattern without your consent can be an incredibly frustrating and disheartening experience. As a dedicated crochet pattern designer, you invest countless hours in crafting unique … Read More...
12 Detailed Backgrounds for Summer Scrapbook Layouts
This jaw dropping background is created from a large die cut with inlaid pattern papers that have been chain stitched around the edges. There’s also a shaker element for even more WOW! factor. Learn more about this page from Kelly … Read More...
Classic Men’s Pajama Pants Sewing Pattern
The Thread Theory Eastwood Pajama Pattern offers a timeless and versatile option for creating classic pajama pants with a mix of customizable details to suit any wearer’s style and preferences. Crafted with comfort in mind, these straight-leg pants strike the … Read More...
25+ DIY Crafts You Can Make From Wood Slices
Welcome to the ultimate celebration of nature’s rustic elegance! In this inspiring roundup, we present over 25 DIY crafts that unveil the enchanting possibilities of wood slices. From the simplicity of nature to the limitless creativity of your imagination, … Read More...
Little Peanut Diaper Bag Bundle Pattern
The Little Peanut Diaper Bag Bundle Pattern is a stylish and practical ensemble designed for new parents. The bundle includes the GO! Elephant Family die and June Tailor products like the Charlotte Shopper Tote and Zippity-Do-Done™ Grab ‘n Go Tote. … Read More...
Unleash Your Summer Style with ‘Cool Crochet for Warm Days
Cool Crochet for Warm Days: A Knits ‘n Knots Collection by Janine Myska is a delightful addition to any crochet enthusiast’s library. This collection offers a refreshing array of crochet patterns perfect for warmer seasons, featuring lightweight and breathable designs … Read More...
12 Christmas in July Handmade Card Ideas
Amy R. used new stamps and dies with coordinating stencils from Waffle Flower to color and created these adorable Llama cards for the Holidays. You can watch her video tutorial over on the Prairie Paper and Ink blog.
It’s July … Read More...
Camping Activities to Use at Home or at Camp
If your family likes camping but you aren’t able to get out as much as you would like, some at-home camping activities can be a fun substitute. Or if your little ones are new to camping and you want to … Read More...
Knit a Giant Shawl to Keep You Cozy
After sharing summer shawl knitting patterns the other day, I decided to go in completely the opposite direction for this one.
The Tigris Shawl by Olga Fahim is a big old shawl. It’s a triangle that measures 82 inches (or … Read More...
FREE Pumpkin Spice Latte Embroidery Design
Another installment of the Monday Machine Embroidery series of blog posts. This one is just in time for Fall and is perfect for any Pumpkin Spice loving crafters out there. This pattern was free at time of writing this blog … Read More...
Designer Spotlight: Tinsel Cross Stitch
With a name like Tinsel Cross Stitch, you might expect a lot of Christmas themed cross stitch patterns, and you will definitely find them. But there’s a lot of other interesting stuff in this Polish designer’s Etsy shop.
But since … Read More...
Sunday Spotlight – Mushrooms Quilt Block
Welcome to another enchanting edition of our Sunday Spotlight series, where we delve into the world of delightful quilting patterns available on Etsy. Today, we’re thrilled to feature the captivating “Mushrooms Quilt Block Pattern” by JoeJuneandMae.
Embrace the essence … Read More...
Fairy House Die Cut Freebie
I love fairies and fantasy designs so of course I’m in love with this darling Fairy House die! This multi layer die cut scene has a mushroom house, picket fence and little garden of flowers with lots of fun little … Read More...
Making Cards using Coloring Pages
I’m sure some of you might wonder why here on the Stamping blog I post so many free coloring pages. There are several reasons, one being if you stamps and make cards you probably love to color like I do, … Read More...
Celebrate National Lollipop Day
I’m all for celebrating silly holidays any time of year, but I think it’s especially fun to note these days in the summer, even more so when they are food related.
For reasons I’m unsure of, July 20 is National … Read More...
How to Make the Half and Half Twist Quilt – Free Quilting Tutorial
Missouri Star, known for its free quilting tutorials, presents a fresh take on the Half and Half quilt with the Half and Half Twist variation. In this tutorial, Jenny Doan revisits this classic design, infusing it with a new … Read More...
Make time fun…clocks make great creative surfaces
Pretty much every material I work in I make a donut image out of it. Today’s find is this donut clock that also is amazing conceptually with the slice out of it. It could work with a pie image, cake … Read More...