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Welcome, fellow crocheters, to the wonderful world of scrap busting! If you’re anything like me, you probably have a stash of leftover yarn from various projects just waiting to be transformed into something beautiful. Well, look no further because today, … Read More...
Other than Holiday cards I’m sure most of us create more birthday cards during the year than any other type of card, right? So we’re always on the look out for fresh new birthday card ideas and here’s Simon Says … Read More...
One of the popular genres of cross stitching these days is cross stitching family portraits, or self-portraits, or cross stitched versions of famous people or made up people or any combination of the above.
There are whole books and websites … Read More...
Looking for a statement piece to add to your wardrobe? Look no further than the Gathered One Shoulder Top! This dreamy, flowy top features one big, puffy, oversized sleeve and an elastic waist, making it both stylish and comfortable.
Whether … Read More...
Etsy has emerged as a vibrant marketplace for creators to share their crafts and designs with the world. If you’re a crochet enthusiast and considering selling your patterns on Etsy, it’s essential to weigh the advantages and disadvantages before diving … Read More...
I feel like I share a lot of summer tops and tanks, even though surely I don’t share more of them than I do sweaters, for example. See: easy tops | lacy tops | more summer tops as a few … Read More...
This beautiful layout from Anna has a rainbow of colors made from rows and rows of flowers in similar shades. This is a terrific way to add lots of color to a design. I love the little sentiment strips she … Read More...
It is no secret that I’m a fan of making collections of things. Once I start making something I generally can’t stop. These paper blooms nestled in white sand are so bold, cheery and modern. Pop on over to the … Read More...
I’ve written a lot over the years about different ways to mark the end of the school year, from printable award ribbons to making books, writing memories on stars, counting down to the end of the year, and … Read More...
Kids love playing pretend, especially setting a pretend table or having a pretend picnic. This felt food picnic play set is just the thing for kids pretend play. You can make one using a free pattern from Benzie Design, … Read More...
I was reading a knitting book the other day that made it sound like seed stitch and moss stitch were the same knitting stitch, but that’s not actually true. I feel like there’s a lot of confusion because the same … Read More...
Are you tired of the daily grind, feeling like your life lacks sparkle? Join me on a journey of rediscovery as we embark on a quest to find joy in the ordinary moments of life. In 2024, my blog theme … Read More...
Jennifer created a gorgeous outdoor scene of a Father Bear and his child with a heart warming sentiment using stamps colored with Copic Markers. I adore her hand drawn background! Visit the My Favorite Things blog for a closer look.… Read More...
These are so cool! I bet once you start making them you come up with your own patterns and looks depending on what size bottle bases you use and the colors you paint them. Pop on over to the blog … Read More...
I know there are a lot of knitters who have to really concentrate on what they are doing and can’t do anything else while they are knitting. In time you can probably graduate to watching TV while knitting, but I’m … Read More...
The thing that drew me to The World in Stitches’ Etsy shop was all the bright and cheerful color. The shop, which is based in the UK, has a header (as of this writing anyway) that shows four different colorful … Read More...
Welcome to our Monday Machine Embroidery Patterns series! Today, we’re excited to introduce a design that celebrates diversity and culture – the African American Machine Embroidery Design.
Diversity is the fabric of our society, and this embroidery design beautifully … Read More...
Indulge in the art of crochet with “The Wisteria Sweater” crochet kit! Designed by the talented Rachel Misner from Evelyn & Peter Crochet, this chic cropped pullover is perfect for intermediate crocheters looking for a satisfying challenge.
Crafted with … Read More...
Mangoes are the epitome of summertime sweetness, with their juicy and tropical flavor that’s simply irresistible. Whether you prefer them in a smoothie, a salad, or a dessert, there’s no denying that this fruit is a staple in any kitchen. … Read More...
In my world, sweaters are for all year, but if you don’t wear sweaters in the summer and are in the Northern Hemisphere, this might be one to save for the fall. Our Southern Hemisphere friends can stitch this one … Read More...
