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Welcome back to our Sunday Spotlight series, where we delve into the enchanting realm of Etsy quilting patterns, handcrafted by talented artisans. Today, we’re excited to showcase a delightful pattern that adds a dash of charm and functionality to your … Read More...
Spring and Summer are the perfect times to use strawberries, plaids and flowers on your paper crafting projects so you need to download these yummy pattern papers that come in different green and pink color combinations. They would be wonderful … Read More...
Last month I told you a bit about the continuing saga of me knitting an argyle vest, which has given me lots of opportunities for writing tutorials about different skills that were used in making it.
That particular post was … Read More...
I feel like I’ve written about Earth Day a lot, and that’s a good thing because it’s important to take some time to think about how humans are treating the earth and things we can do to help it.
We’ve … Read More...
Looking for a design reminiscent of Tinkerbell’s whimsical charm? You might find what you’re looking for in this “Free Cute Angel Girl Embroidery Design” from emblanka.com!
With its delicate features and sweet demeanor, this design captures the essence … Read More...
A brand new collection from Craft Stash allows you to create wonderful handmade bookmarks with ease. The products include lattice bookmark dies, flower stamps with coordinating dies, pattern papers, sentiment stamps and pre-printed flower dies that all work together so … Read More...
A basic triangle shawl is a great project to have in your arsenal. If you’ve never done shaping before, you’ll get a lot of practice with increases (in this case, yarn overs). And once you understand how knitting a triangle … Read More...
Anzac Day is marked each year on April 25 as a reminder of the battle of Gallipoli, a conflict against the Ottoman Turks in 1915 that resulted in the deaths of more than 8,000 Australian soldiers. Anzac is a nickname … Read More...
I recently scored a big container of used sidewalk chalk chunks and I have an idea for a big piece of chalk art that would be better if I could paint it on the ground. Turns out it’s easy to … Read More...
Rabari embroidery, a cherished tradition of the Rabari community in the Kutch region of Gujarat, India, is a testament to the rich cultural heritage and exquisite craftsmanship of this nomadic tribe. Rooted in centuries-old customs and beliefs, Rabari embroidery encapsulates … Read More...
Discover the charm of handmade crochet with Design No. 5417 . This pattern offers two delightful and easy-to-make crochet projects perfect for your little one. Crafted in sweet pastel shades of Hayfield Baby Bonus DK, these gilets are as adorable … Read More...
Priyanka used the Simple Vintage Spring Garden collection from Simple Stories to create this wonderful Spring is Here mini album project. The cover has lots of depth and dimension with layers of printed images, chipboard elements and 3D flowers. The … Read More...
Poem in Your Pocket Day is April 18 (in 2024), and it’s a great time to bring some poetry into the classroom. I learned from the American Academy of Poets that the celebration began in New York City in 2002 … Read More...
Helen Kennedy says her shawl pattern, Always Be Brave, came about because people shopping at a local yarn fair were drawn to heavily multicolored yarns but didn’t know what to do with them.
She designed the shawl to use a … Read More...
If you’re working on cards for Spring then you need to download this darling collection of Springtime digital stamps! There’s over 12 different digi designs like kids in the garden, a swan, hummingbird, bunny, bees, birds, butterflies, nests, insects and … Read More...
If you’re on Instagram and you knit, you’ve probably seen some of Summer Lee‘s colorful and fun socks. As you might imagine, when she wrote a book all about sock knitting, it, too, was colorful and fun.
French knots are a pretty common embellishment in cross stitch patterns that might be used for eyes or to add texture like polka dots or stars on a project. If you delve into other genres of needlework you’ll find French … Read More...
Welcome to Etsy Wednesday! Today, we’re featuring the Stick, Stitch and Wash Away DIY Hand Embroidery Design Water Soluble Sticker Transfer Kit by HandStitchStudioAU.
Transform your fabric projects with ease using these convenient, water-soluble stickers. This kit includes 12 floral … Read More...
Unleash your crochet creativity and crochet your unique tote bag with the Linda Tote Bag pattern! This delightful project features 30 crochet squares in a variety of color combinations, allowing you to customize your crochet bag to suit your … Read More...
Discover the joy of creating whimsical and vibrant projects with the “Birds, Butterflies & Blooms” collection. This book presents 24 coordinating projects designed for fun and ease, with a focus on appliqué. Whether you’re a seasoned crafter or … Read More...
