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Welcome to our Sunday Spotlight series, where we celebrate the creativity and craftsmanship of independent Etsy quilting patterns! Each week, we’ll showcase a unique quilting pattern designed by talented artisans on Etsy. Join us as we uncover the stories behind … Read More...
If you’ve taken lots of photos of your garden this Spring or even visited a Botanical Garden then you’ll need a special place for those picture like this amazing Garden Boot shaped mini album. This album created by Kelly uses … Read More...
Bahrain, officially the kingdom of Bahrain, is an island nation in West Asia that sits in the Persian Gulf. It’s composed of both natural and man-made islands, which gives you a chance to talk about how man-made islands are made … Read More...
There is just something about a garter stitch blanket. The knitting is easy and relatively mindless, and the resulting knit fabric is cozy, kind of chunky and rustic and just looks like something you want to snuggle under.
I knit … Read More...
Escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life with the Thistle Throw Crochet Kit, designed to be your perfect stress-relief project. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced crocheter, this throw promises to melt away your worries and keep … Read More...
With Summer coming on quickly and Father’s Day just around the corner you might find yourself in need of some good old fashioned BBQ stamps to create cards, scrapbook layouts and planner pages. This collection of digital stamps are perfect … Read More...
As a person who lived through the 1980s, I have some different feelings about the retro turn in fashion. Of course everything seems to come around again (a few times, probably, if you live long enough) and while I didn’t … Read More...
I have only been camping in a tent a few times in my life and I have to say I don’t enjoy it. But I know some people do, and if camp life is the best life for you, you’ll … Read More...
This hits so many “wins” for me. It is a mini, which is always fun and it recycles something often left unused or can be slightly damaged. This recycled tie key chain is the perfect project to make for your … Read More...
Dive into intermediate-level embroidery with the COATS & CLARK BEAUTIFUL DRAGONFLY PATTERN. This free pattern offers an exquisite dragonfly design, perfect for enhancing your interior décor. Whether you’re a seasoned embroiderer or looking to challenge yourself with a new … Read More...
Experience the perfect blend of floral beauty and patriotic passion with the Isabella Castleton Quilt Kit. This meticulously curated kit includes the Castleton Quilt Pattern featuring an exquisite applique center surrounded by charming piecing in quilter’s cotton and wovens. … Read More...
All the Spring flowers are in full bloom, there’s beauty and color everywhere! It’s a great time to get out and enjoy the sunshine and snap some photos of all the wonderful blooms and blossoms. A new cut file designed … Read More...
Butterflies are starting to show up where I live, and my daughter and I are excited to volunteer this summer at the butterfly house at our local botanical garden. She already knows a lot about butterflies, but for the rest … Read More...
Not too long ago I shared a collection of washcloth knitting patterns and noted that washcloths are great projects for learning new stitches and techniques because they are small and don’t have to come out perfect (they’ll still wash things … Read More...
Are you ready to take your quilting skills to the next level? Join expert instructor Christina Cameli on a journey through the captivating world of free-motion quilting! With this comprehensive 6-class set, you’ll master essential techniques, unlock the secrets of … Read More...
Dearest readers, it is with great pleasure that I welcome you to a guide that promises to make your social season the talk of the ton. Prepare yourselves to be the diamond of the first season as we unveil the … Read More...
Welcome, fellow crocheters, to the wonderful world of scrap busting! If you’re anything like me, you probably have a stash of leftover yarn from various projects just waiting to be transformed into something beautiful. Well, look no further because today, … Read More...
Other than Holiday cards I’m sure most of us create more birthday cards during the year than any other type of card, right? So we’re always on the look out for fresh new birthday card ideas and here’s Simon Says … Read More...
One of the popular genres of cross stitching these days is cross stitching family portraits, or self-portraits, or cross stitched versions of famous people or made up people or any combination of the above.
There are whole books and websites … Read More...
Looking for a statement piece to add to your wardrobe? Look no further than the Gathered One Shoulder Top! This dreamy, flowy top features one big, puffy, oversized sleeve and an elastic waist, making it both stylish and comfortable.
Whether … Read More...
