Another American holiday that’s celebrated on July 1 is National Postage Stamp Day. It commemorates the issuance of the first U.S. postage stamp, the Two-Cent Blue, on July 1, 1847. The stamp was designed by James B. Longacre and featured … Read More...
True Bias Rio Ringer T-Shirt a Dress and Sewing Pattern
I was excited to try the True Bias Rio Ringer T-Shirt & Dress Pattern. The vintage look of the contrasting ribbing on the neckline and short sleeves intrigued me and sent me back to the 90’s. The pattern comes … Read More...
3 Yard Freedom Quilt
If you want to make a stunning quilt top with binding and borders, you just need to take 3, one-yard cuts of fabric plus an hour or so to make a beautiful finish.
The assembly diagram and steps in this … Read More...
Men’s Turtle Neck Knitting Pattern
This is an intermediate level knitting pattern for a man’s sweater that features bold, textured stripes created with a wide rib pattern and a turtle neck collar. The sweater is knitted in Sirdar Country Classic, a soft and warm yarn … Read More...
Create Faux Layers on Cards with Stencil, Stamping and Masking
If you love adding lots of layers to your cards but don’t like or want all the bulk and thickness try some of these fun faux layering techniques from Jennifer McGuire. These cards appear to have several layers of cardstock … Read More...
Travel First Aid Kit Sewing Tutorial
An accidental bump or scrape is never fun, but even less so when you’re in the car or on a trip. Make you sure have what you need with a travel first aid kit you keep in your car. Keeping … Read More...
Super Sweet Ruffled Socks Knitting Pattern
I know I probably don’t need to say anything about these adorable socks. Just showing you the picture and giving you a link to the pattern would be enough. If you’re inclined to knit up some ruffled socks, you probably … Read More...
Represent! Embroidery: Stitch 10 Colorful Projects & 100+ Designs
Embroidery motifs for all hair types and personalities!
Representation is important, and now is the time for an embroidered book that looks like you! Celebrate variety with over 50 embroidery designs depicting individuals of various skin colors, body forms, and … Read More...
Free Knitting Pattern – Crown Beanie
Welcome to the Knit Crown Hat Pattern! This modern and sophisticated hat is the perfect accessory to add a touch of elegance to any outfit. Made with Caron Simply Soft yarn, this hat is soft, warm and will keep … Read More...
Free Crochet Pattern – Daisy Bag
The Daisy Flowers Bag is a beautiful and unique crochet pattern that is perfect for anyone looking to add a touch of elegance and style to their everyday accessories. Made with medium weight yarn, this bag is both durable and … Read More...
Stitch a Retro Sampler with Badass Cross Stitch
Badass Cross Stitch has been doing a year of stitch over on their Patreon account, and the new sampler is so pretty and looks like a lot of fun, too.
Talking about the project on Instagram, they called it … Read More...
Paris Inspired Mini Album using 8×8 Paper Pad
If you’re creating a mini album one of the best ways to keep the entire project cohesive is to use coordinating products. Vicky used almost an entire 8″ x 8″ pattern paper pad to create this pretty Paris inspired Mini … Read More...
Old boxes, egg shells and more make wonderful art
I have saved some egg shells broken in half. I was going to use them to sculpt and caste with but this idea for painting the inside and using in a collage might be added to the list. Pop on … Read More...
Zoo Themed Activities for Kids
I read that July 1 is American Zoo Day, but any time is a good time to talk about, learn about and act like zoo animals. Even if a visit to an actual zoo isn’t in your plan for this … Read More...
Book Review: Knit Fold Pleat Repeat
Norah Gaughan is a master of interesting shapes and outside-the-norm construction techniques, and she brings decades of design experience and creativity to the designs in Knit Fold Pleat Repeat: Simple Knits, Gorgeous Garments.
Gaughan says she was interested in … Read More...
25 Fun And Colorful Rainbow Quilt Patterns
Rainbow quilts are one of the most popular types of quilts for those who love color. The bright and bold spectrum of hues creates a visually stunning work of art that is both calming and soothing. Not only are … Read More...
20 Gay Pride Quilt Patterns and Tutorials
If you’re looking for creative ways to spread the joy of the LGBTQ community this holiday season, look no further. Make sure you keep your friends and family in the loop throughout the year with crafts, activities and … Read More...
Arabesque Geometric Blanket Crochet Pattern
Welcome to The Arabesque Geometric Blanket crochet pattern! This classic and cozy blanket is sure to become a treasured item in any home.
With its popular tiled pattern and eye-catching design, this blanket is a true standout. The pop of … Read More...
11+ Handmade Card Ideas with Sewing and Stitching plus Freebies
Imagine the joy of receiving a handmade card adorned with intricate sewing and stitching details. As you explore the 11+ creative ideas presented by Heather Holbrook, you’ll uncover a treasure trove of inspiration to elevate your card-making skills. The added … Read More...
Find the Right Font for Your Cross Stitch Project
While there are a lot of cross stitch patterns out there with words on them, sometimes you can’t find just the right word or phrase that you want to include on your cross stitch project. Or maybe you like the … Read More...