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This Dollar Tree Strainer Pumpkin is such a clever little fall craft, and I love that it turns something completely ordinary into rustic farmhouse décor. A simple kitchen strainer suddenly becomes a sweet autumn pumpkin filled with mini pumpkins, acorns, … Read More...
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Dear Crafty Readers,
“I run my sewing business from home. I don’t have a shopfront. I don’t clock in and out. I just sew in my own space, around my own schedule.
And because of that, people assume I’m endlessly
I was recently doing a scroll through some crafting websites that I follow and I came across this amazing collection of cross stitch job patterns from Koekoek. It includes more than 100 different jobs, sports and hobbies, and these would … Read More...
This beautiful card design from Miss Mandee has Art Nouveau influence with a detailed floral frame and background with a bold lacy dragonfly in the center. You can download this lovely SVG cut file that also includes an envelope sized … Read More...
You know that thrill when you find an old, rusty piece of junk and immediately see its potential? That’s exactly the vibe I got reading the tutorial from A Pretty Happy Home on turning a vintage milk can into a … Read More...
Lacing is a great fine motor activity, and most kids go through a phase where they enjoy working with lacing cards. It helps promote focus and is a great quiet activity for kids to do in the car or to … Read More...
There are two schools of thought when it comes to instructional books about knitting. Either focus in one particular technique or kind of knitting (stranded knitting, say, or brioche) or try to cover a little bit of everything in a … Read More...
These little mummy ghoul balls are exactly the sort of Halloween craft I love: inexpensive, quick to make and just odd enough to make people smile when they spot them staring out of a bowl.
The finished ghouls are wrapped … Read More...
There is a very specific sort of crochet project I love at this time of year.
Not so tiny that I am finished before the kettle boils, but also not the sort of Halloween blanket that I optimistically start in … Read More...
This week’s Book Review Wednesday pick is 3D Beaded Animal Crafts for Kids, and I’ll admit this one is another of those books that makes me pause for a moment and ask, “Does this belong in Jewelry Making, Kids … Read More...
If you’ve been wanting to try sashiko but all those perfectly spaced little stitches have made you slightly nervous, Simple Sashiko by Susie Johns looks like a very friendly place to begin.
Rather than being a huge dictionary of sashiko … Read More...
Lacey’s beautiful floral layout is perfect for berry picking photos. She used vintage inspired paper for a wide vertical border and added lots of flowers, plants and butterflies for a big touch of Nature. The trellis die along the edge … Read More...
As a knitter, I love a good sheep motif, so let’s take a look at some cute sheep cross stitch patterns.
If you want to stitch a little sheep, this mini square from Good Dog Needleworks is a nice choice. … Read More...
I feel like “cozy” has become one of those words we all quietly crave, especially when life feels busy, noisy, and just a little bit chaotic. So a book like Create Your Own Cozy immediately feels inviting. It promises a … Read More...
Once you know how to make basic homemade mayonnaise, you can turn it into all sorts of easy sauces and spreads. These five homemade mayonnaise recipes include garlic mayo, spicy mayo, lemon herb mayo, honey mustard mayo and a simple … Read More...
Layering stencils have taken stenciling to the next level with the ability to created detailed scenes and patterns. This stunning card looks like it was water colored but is actually stenciled with shades of blues, greens and yellow ink pads. … Read More...
There’s something magical about quilt patterns that have stood the test of time, and the Old Maid’s Puzzle quilt block is no exception. This classic design, with its intricate geometry and timeless appeal, has captured the hearts of quilters for … Read More...
Looking for a way to block out the world and get some peaceful sleep? A cozy, DIY sleep eye mask could be just what you need. Whether you’re crafting it for yourself or as a thoughtful gift, these 12 unique … Read More...
When my daughter was younger she had a ton of LEGO bricks, and I’m honestly a little sad we got rid of most of them because there are so many fun things to do with LEGOs outside of the kits … Read More...
Fall will be here before we know it, and that means there are holidays coming right behind where we might be entertaining at home. It’s always fun to have a hand knit touch in your home for other people to … Read More...
