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“Holiday Fun Hand Embroidery Patterns” by StitchX Embroidery is a delightful paperback book that offers a collection of 10 fancy Christmas holiday-themed designs for stitching enthusiasts. With a rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 21 ratings, this book … Read More...
Kids are usually impressed by the idea that we can tell time using the sun, and making a sundial is a great summer activity that doesn’t have to involve being outside for too long (though it helps if you can … Read More...
Welcome to the ultimate celebration of nature’s rustic elegance! In this inspiring roundup, we present over 25 DIY crafts that unveil the enchanting possibilities of wood slices. From the simplicity of nature to the limitless creativity of your imagination, … Read More...
With a name like Tinsel Cross Stitch, you might expect a lot of Christmas themed cross stitch patterns, and you will definitely find them. But there’s a lot of other interesting stuff in this Polish designer’s Etsy shop.
But since … Read More...
Step into the enchanting world of DIY cloches, where creativity meets functionality to elevate your home decor and garden aesthetics. In this roundup, we bring you a curated selection of 18 imaginative and practical DIY cloche projects that can transform … Read More...
A little while back I got a 40 peg Sentro circular knitting machine
, and while I haven’t used it that much, I am trying to use it more often and learn a bit more about what it can do.… Read More...
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...
I recently crocheted a mushroom for my daughter because I came across a pattern I thought was cute and why not? (You can see the finished product on Instagram.)
But I knew there had to be a lot of … Read More...
If you’ve been around the cross stitch community for long, you might have come across the word ORT. It’s commonly used as a acronym for “old ratty thread,” but what it means is the little leftover bits of thread when … Read More...
I love super-sized objects. I don’t know why making tiny things giant is cool but it is. Better yet when you can make a tiny object super-sized with an easy object. Pop on over to one of the master recycled … Read More...
Once Christmas and Hanukkah are over it feels like we’re facing a long winter without much to celebrate or decorate. But snowflakes are a fun motif that we can keep using for crafts through the winter season.
If you … Read More...
Here’s a set of Christmas ornaments you can knit up in a flash for your tree or to give as gifts. The secret is they’re made with super bulky yarn so they stitch up super fast.
Bulky Baubles is a … Read More...
Buttons have to be one of the most versatile craft supplies there is. Best yet most of us have a stash already on hand. Pop on over to the blog A Girl and a Glue Gun for a wonderful collection … Read More...
I was recently gifted a fabulous print scarf that I really want to wear, problem is I am not really a scarf person. I started hunting around for ideas on transforming it into a shirt, tank or dress and came … Read More...
Time capsules are a fascinating way to preserve memories and moments in time. Whether it’s for yourself or with family or friends, creating a time capsule is a unique and creative way to reflect on the past, while looking towards … Read More...
Welcome to our roundup of 22 different things you can make with Kmart Air drying clay. Kmart’s range of craft products has been a hit with crafters and DIY enthusiasts, and their air drying clay is no exception. This versatile … Read More...
Rae Dunn pottery is a phenomenon that has taken the crafting world by storm. This beautiful and simple pottery has become sought after by many and can be difficult to come by. However, if you can’t get your hands on … Read More...
Welcome to our roundup of 50 fun and creative button craft projects for kids! Buttons are a versatile and inexpensive craft material that can be used in a variety of ways to make unique and colorful projects.
From jewelry making … Read More...
To add a little (or a lot of) bling to your next needlepoint canvas, try some beading. This tutorial from Needlepoint.com shows you how.
The blog post has a complete list of what you will need, and then there is … Read More...
Here’s another quick tutorial for you that takes you from basics to done in just an hour! Marie Spaulding has done it again with this easy to follow lesson which has been around for a while, but sometimes the older … Read More...