If you have ever stood in the skincare aisle squinting at a cleanser label and wondering why something called “gentle” has 37 ingredients in it, you are not alone. Making your own natural face cleanser can feel wonderfully simple in … Read More...
Crochet Leg Warmers Patterns You’ll Want to Make This Season
Crochet leg warmers are one of those projects that somehow manage to feel practical, nostalgic, and trendy all at once. They add warmth without the bulk of full socks, they work beautifully with boots or sneakers, and they’re one of … Read More...
Merino vs Romney Wool – Texture, Structure, and Speed in Felting
When I first switched from Merino to Romney wool, it was a bit of a shock. After months of working with Merino’s buttery softness, Romney felt — well, like I’d traded silk for burlap. But once I got used to … Read More...
How To Make Matching Beaded Earrings From Leftover Beads
If you have just finished making a beaded necklace or bracelet, there is a very good chance you have a few leftover beads sitting on the table. Not enough for another big project, but far too pretty to put back … Read More...
12 Handmade Card Ideas with Tropical Vibes
Carissa created two beautiful cards with Tropical vibes. First is a bowl of fruit with a pineapple and cut orange in a pink bowl made with dies that have coordinating embossing folders for amazing depth and texture. The other is … Read More...
26 Clever Ways to Upcycle Your Old Sewing Machine Table or Parts
You know that old sewing machine table that’s been tucked in the garage or gathering dust in Grandma’s basement? Or maybe just the rusted machine head that no longer runs but still looks so cool? Before you haul it … Read More...
Eyelet and Mesh Sweaters to Keep Cool in Summer
Adding eyelets to a project is a great way to make it more wearable in the summer, and these mesh and eyelet sweater patterns are perfect for summer (and beyond!) for layering.
The Inez Summer Sweater from Happy Love Co… Read More...
Cross Stitch Creatures from the Sea
Last fall I came across this cross stitch pattern for a sea turtle and I talked myself out of sharing it right away because tropical animals don’t feel like a “fall” thing, but now that it’s summer again, let’s take … Read More...
Smart Shopping for Quilters – Monday Precut Fabric Sales
Let’s be honest — quilting is a joy, but it can also be an investment. Fabric costs have crept up over the years, and many of us want to stretch our quilting budget as far as possible without compromising on … Read More...
How To Make Liquid Castile Soap From Bar Soap
Making liquid castile soap from bar soap is one of those wonderfully thrifty home projects that feels far more clever than it actually is. You take a solid bar of soap, grate it, melt it into hot water, let it … Read More...
How To Make Chicken Soup: Cozy Homemade Chicken Soup Recipes For Every Kind Of Cold Day
There are some recipes that just feel like being looked after, and chicken soup is right up there with warm blankets, clean sheets, and someone else doing the dishes.
If you’ve been wondering how to make chicken soup that actually … Read More...
21 Spring Air Dry Clay Crafts To Make And Sell This Season
There’s something about spring that makes me want to clear off the craft table, open a window, and start making pretty little things again. Of course, “clear off the craft table” is doing a lot of work here, because if … Read More...
12 Porch Decor Ideas for Summer That Feel Easy, Fresh, and Welcoming
There’s something about summer that makes the porch feel like an extra room. It becomes the place where you drink your coffee a little slower, wave at the neighbours, potter with plants, and try to convince yourself that one more … Read More...
15 Free Women’s Nightgown Sewing Patterns For Comfortable Handmade Sleepwear
There is something wonderfully comforting about sewing your own nightgown. Not in a dusty old drawer kind of way, but in that “why did we ever stop making clothes that are actually comfortable to sleep in?” kind of way.
A … Read More...
9 Fireworks and 4th of July Scrapbook Layout Templates
There’s nothing quite like the energy of the 4th of July — the laughter, the food, the late sunsets, and of course, those spectacular pops of fireworks lighting up the night sky. Whether you celebrate big with parades and sparklers … Read More...
Knit For Nowt: How Knitters And Crocheters Are Helping Children One Worry Monster At A Time
Every now and then you come across a charity knitting project that makes you stop and think, “Yes, this is exactly why handmade matters.”
Knit-for-Nowt is one of those projects.
This lovely UK-based charitable service collects handmade therapy hand puppets, … Read More...
Clay Studio Series: Air-Dry Clay Trinket Cup Review
In this episode of our Clay Studio Series, we’re exploring Tugce Dumlupinar’s video on creating a delicate flower-shaped trinket cup using air-dry clay. This project blends sculpture, painting, and practical design into one charming piece.
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Finding crafts for teens and tweens can be a bit tricky, can’t it? They are usually well past the “glue some cotton balls on a paper plate” stage, but not always ready for anything that requires expensive tools, complicated … Read More...
Free Lace Christening Dress Crochet Pattern for a Timeless Baby Heirloom
If you love delicate baby crochet patterns with a vintage feel, this Free Lace Christening Dress Pattern from Mary Maxim is a beautiful one to add to your list. It has all the elements that make a handmade piece feel … Read More...
Making Liquid Soap From Bar Soap: An Easy No-Waste Hand Soap Recipe
Making liquid soap from bar soap is one of those wonderfully practical homemade projects that makes you feel just a little bit smug in the best possible way. You know those tiny slivers of soap that sit by the sink … Read More...