Independent craft blog since 2007
There is something about a dachshund that seems almost designed for crochet. That ridiculously long body, those tiny little legs, floppy ears and the unmistakable sausage-dog silhouette translate beautifully into yarn.
And apparently I’m not the only one who … Read More...
Quilts have always carried more than warmth.
They preserve scraps from dresses worn thin, shirts belonging to people we love and fabrics that instantly return us to another season of life. But quilts can also carry anger, grief, memory, defiance … Read More...
If you’ve ever stood in the bathroom reading the tiny ingredient list on the back of a toothpaste tube and wondered whether you could simply make your own, you certainly aren’t alone.
Homemade toothpaste is one of those wonderfully old-fashioned … Read More...
If you’re working on camping, hiking or outdoor adventure scrapbook layouts you’ll want to download this FREE collection of journaling and project life cards. There’s 8 different designs with trees, woodgrain backgrounds, lines for journaling, a tent, campfire, words, plaid, … Read More...
The Gambia, officially the Republic of the Gambia, is a west African that is geographically the smallest country in continental Africa, with an area of 4,400 square miles, or 11,300 square kilometers. Let’s learn more about The Gambia!
Bath bombs are one of those crafts that look ridiculously easy in a thirty-second video.
Mix the powders, spray in a little liquid, press everything into a shiny metal mould and reveal a perfect pastel sphere.
In reality, one half … Read More...
Sometimes the silliest crochet projects are the ones people remember most, and Emotional Support Oh Poo definitely falls into that category. This quirky little amigurumi pattern is equal parts gag gift and oddly adorable desk buddy, which is probably why … Read More...
There are some knitting projects where the wrong side really doesn’t matter. A sweater? Fine. A cushion cover? Nobody is peeking around the back unless they’re being particularly nosy.
But scarves, blankets, shawls and wraps are a completely different story.… Read More...
There are some recipes I’m perfectly happy to spend all afternoon making.
Ketchup is not one of them.
If I’m making homemade ketchup, I want something that tastes properly tomatoey, has that familiar sweet-and-tangy flavour, actually sticks to a chip … Read More...
If you’ve been seeing golden, crispy nests of shredded pastry filled with gooey cheese and showered in pistachios all over your social feeds lately, chances are you’ve stumbled across kunafa.
Also spelled knafeh, kanafeh, konafa or künefe, this … Read More...
There’s something especially meaningful about sewing for babies — and comfort items sit right at the top of that list. The Comfort Blanket 2-in-1 sewing pattern stood out because it’s designed to become that item. The one that gets carried … Read More...
Who wouldn’t love to receive this stunning floral card in the mail for their birthday!? Yana’s beautiful design is a tri fold with extra flaps, folds and opening for a unique interactive experience. The front of the card has a … Read More...
There are so many fun things to try, especially yarn crafts, which are quick and simple to make! Sometimes younger children lack the patience for time-consuming crafts, so finding something quick is ideal.
Yarn is versatile and can be used … Read More...
I feel like I’ve written about TeaJeigh Designs before but I think maybe it’s just because I have shared this shop’s patterns a few times before that it feels familiar. But it’s worth a look so let’s take a peek … Read More...
This free knitting pattern falls in the category of cute but maybe not essential, as well as a nice way to use some yarn left over from another project.
The Briggs St. Fruit Hammock from Mycah Knits is beginner friendly … Read More...
This Winterberry Mug Cozy is such a sweet little project, and honestly it ticks a lot of boxes for me. It is a free crochet mug cozy pattern by Michelle Moore of MJ’s Off The Hook Designs, updated March 15, … Read More...
There is something wonderfully irresistible about a quilt with texture.
Not just ordinary quilting texture, either. I mean padded flowers, raised geometric shapes, softly stuffed lettering and quilted motifs that seem to lift right off the fabric.
Trapunto quilting has … Read More...
If summer 2026 has an unofficial dessert dip, I’m giving the title to Strawberry Cheesecake Dip.
It has all the things the internet loves in a recipe: four ingredients, no oven, almost no washing up and the ability to … Read More...
There is something deeply satisfying about turning a stretched-out T-shirt into something sturdy, useful and genuinely lovely. You know the shirts I mean—the ones that have gone slightly wonky around the neckline, acquired a mysterious cooking stain or survived so … Read More...
If you’ve been looking for a free fall leaves embroidery pattern to add to a sweater, cardigan, or lightweight knit, the DMC Buds pattern is a lovely little find. DMC lists this as an easy embroidery pattern, and the … Read More...
