This stitching on a plastic bottle is a great way to make a fiber cuff bracelet…kind of like making your own mesh for cross stitch. Use as many or few holes and the design possibilities are endless. Pop on over … Read More...
Stacking Stars Knitting Pattern
There are so many things I love about the Stacking Stars pattern from Frankie Brown.
First, it looks like a kid’s toy, which it totally could be, though the intent is to stack the stars into a Christmas tree bit … Read More...
Christmas Word Art Cross Stitch Patterns
Words add a great graphic element to any cross stitch design, but it can also be fun when the words take center stage in a project, as they do in these word art Christmas cross stitch patterns.
I love these … Read More...
Video Tutorial – Fast Quilts For Donating
Fabric Café offers fast quilt patterns for your favourite non-profit organization during National Giving Month! You can make a 3-yard quilt in just a few hours, and it makes a great charity quilt. They have listed 7 ideas for you … Read More...
Gnome Phone Stand Crochet Pattern
Are you searching for a unique and whimsical crochet project that’s both fun to make and incredibly practical? Look no further than the Gnome Phone Stand Crochet Pattern.
Skill Level: Intermediate
While this pattern is designed for those with intermediate … Read More...
December Daily Mini Scrapbook Album
If you’re not familiar with December Daily it’s creating a single album for each day in the month of December, sometimes finishing with Christmas Day but you can also carry on until the end of the month. Each page or … Read More...
15 Beautiful Christmas Tree Skirts To Sew
When you’re decorating your Christmas tree, don’t forget about the tree skirt. The practical purpose of a tree skirt is to hide the tree stand, but it also serves a very decorative purpose. It creates kind of a backdrop for … Read More...
Christmas Holiday Hat Knitting Patterns
I wanted to share some winter hat knitting patterns that weren’t too Christmas themed that you’d have to stop wearing them after the holiday rolls around. This way if you want to knit them as gifts you don’t have to … Read More...
Hanukkah Sensory Activities
We’ve covered Hanukkah learning activities and Hanukkah crafts, so let’s add some Hanukkah sensory activities to the mix! After all, you’ve got eight days to fill with fun so you’re going to need lots of ideas.
Slime is a … Read More...
Recycled plastic bottles never looked so cool
This project that uses both paper and plastic looks so classy. I kind of want to try it with many layers. This paper and plastic recycled water bottle bracelet is part of a great collection of recycled plastic bottle projects … Read More...
The Legal Side of Running a Jewelry Business: Copyrights and Trademarks
In the realm of jewelry crafting, every piece tells a story. Yet, in the world of business, there’s another narrative unfolding – one involving the intricate dance of copyrights and trademarks. As you venture into the running of a jewelry … Read More...
Sunny Sunflowers Plastic Canvas ePattern
Sunny Sunflowers Plastic Canvas ePattern- Leisure Arts A colorful arrangement of these magnificent flowers can brighten up any room in your home.
This charming sunflower pattern is done with worsted weight yarn in US size 4 and 7 mesh plastic … Read More...
Book Review – Mini Knits for Christmas
“Mini Knits for Christmas” by Sue Stratford is a collection of 40 adorable Christmas mini knitted figures and decorations to make your festive season extra special. From Mary and Joseph to the little donkey and a stable, or a show-stopping … Read More...
12 Handmade Santa Christmas Card Ideas
From the jolly face of Santa to the whimsical scenes captured on these handmade cards, this collection is a testament to the creativity and craftsmanship that the holiday season inspires. Whether you are a seasoned crafter or a novice looking … Read More...
Knit a Cowl Using Simple Mosaic Designs
Mosaic knitting is such a fun and easy technique and a great way to do repeating graphic colorwork designs in two colors. It makes projects look more complicated than they are, and it’s really fun and pretty fast to knit … Read More...
Christmas Sampler Cross Stitch Patterns
I love a good sampler pattern, and this time of year it’s fun to stitch up sampler style patterns related to Christmas. Some of these Christmas sampler cross stitch patterns can work like an advent calendar, stitching a little bit … Read More...
Taste of Home Handmade Christmas
Hi everyone! I recently got my hands on the book “Taste of Home Handmade Christmas” and let me tell you, it’s a real gem. If you’re someone who loves to create and give homemade gifts during the holidays, … Read More...
23 Christmas Nutcracker Crochet Patterns
Welcome to our collection of 23 Christmas Nutcracker Crochet patterns! The nutcracker is a beloved Christmas tradition that has been enjoyed by families all around the world for centuries.
The history of the nutcracker dates back to the early 19th … Read More...
Book Review – White Christmas in Thread Crochet
These designs range from classic and traditional, to elegant and sophisticated, to whimsical and fun. Whether you’re looking to create a winter wonderland in your home or add a touch of elegance to your holiday decor, you’ll find the perfect … Read More...
Winnie the Pooh Post It Note Holder Gift Ideas
In addition to creating cards using your paper crafting products is also a great way to create custom gifts for friends and family. Gaylynn used adorable Winnie the Pooh stamps along with glitter cardstock and ribbon to make these wonderful … Read More...