Ear flap hats are amazingly cute. I love them on little kids, but they look good on grownups, too, and they’re super practical because they warm even more of you than a regular hat does.
Gina Michele designed a cute … Read More...
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by Sarah White
Ear flap hats are amazingly cute. I love them on little kids, but they look good on grownups, too, and they’re super practical because they warm even more of you than a regular hat does.
Gina Michele designed a cute … Read More...
I am totally in love with these cards. They make the perfect gift for someone who is always complaining about other peoples parking. *Hint Hint Husband*.
What a great stocking filler idea for this Christmas – At just $4.50 a … Read More...
The kissing technique is a fun and easy way to add patterns to your stamped images. By touching (or kissing) two stamps together you can transfer a design from one stamp to another. It sounds hard but it’s really a … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
Sew a warm winter cape with this free pattern from Mood Sewciety! The long cape is timeless and elegant. The circle shape gives it a beautiful drape and swish. Armholes at the sides give freedom of movement. It takes a … Read More...
The leaves on this amazing Autumn layout from Emma look real but they area actually inked, stamped and die cut from paper! They really help frame the focal photo image and add such a nice natural touch to her page. … Read More...
This free crochet pattern is easy to follow, which makes a fast made bracelet and giving wings to maker’s creativity topped with all sorts of sequins, beads and other shinies a wonderful, festive bracelet will be created. A last minute … Read More...
by Sarah White
Knitting industry events are a great way for designers, instructors, yarn and accessory makers to meet and get to know each other in real life. They can be important for sales, name recognition, getting featured in magazines and more.
But … Read More...
by Sarah White
This advent calendar isn’t one with windows you can open, but you can stitch a little square every day leading up to (and including!) Christmas if you like, then you’ll have a bit of holiday decor to enjoy for years … Read More...
We are all so busy these days but I would imagine you are like me and still like to take time to make unique elements to decorate this could be just the project you can fit into your day. All … Read More...
This Wire Wrapped bracelet uses a gemstone bead and despite its intricate finish, it is actually very easy to make. You can see the full DIY Jewelry making tutorial over on Moms and Crafters.
This needle felting tutorial is for a kawaii needle felted Christmas bear. Obviously you can omit his Santa hat to create an “All year around” bear. He is very cute and small enough to be used as a felted Christmas … Read More...
Whether you’re a fan of the military, or you know someone who is, these 8 free Army themed crochet patterns are perfect for showing your support. These patterns include everything from camo hats to army tank amigurumi and even a … Read More...
Wow, these cards really shine for the Holidays! Nichol Spohr combine the really popular trends of watercolor and metallics for these stunning Christmas cards. She heat embossed large background stamps from Hero Arts in gold on dark cardstock and used … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
A thumb hole cuff is always a happy surprise on a long-sleeved t-shirt! When it’s cold out, the cuffs of your sleeve become built-in hand warmers. What’s better than that? Emily from Life Sew Savory shows how you can add … Read More...
The Honey and Spice Collection from Heidi Swapp is full of warm tones with beautiful patterns and florals. It’s perfect for fall scrapbooking. Jamie used the collection to put together a wonderful mini album with a feminine touch. I love … Read More...
A simple recipe for painting on royally iced sugar cookies. Painting royally iced sugar cookies may be the easy way out when it comes to decorating, but I can’t imagine we’ll hear any complaints on the matter. It’s quick, it’s … Read More...
I shot my first “walk through” video of a gallery show today. It features my installation titled “The Writing is on the wall; 45”. It is 45 bricks stacked in a single column with found words and quotes on each … Read More...
Get cozy this winter with a hand sewing project! This is a curated list of hand embroidery patterns with winter motifs including snow, pine trees, mountains, fireplaces, and warm sweaters. Perfect for stitching on to a pillow or hanging on … Read More...
If you love flowers you don’t have to leave them off your holiday cards many still bloom during the winter months like poinsettia and some lilies. Mindy Baxter used a lovely Amaryllis stamp for this beautiful Christmas card. She has … Read More...
Do you have friends that you go to classes or crops with, that you enjoy getting together and crafting? Be sure to take some snaps next time and turn it into a fun memory of the time you spend together … Read More...