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Creating amazing clay home décor doesn’t require a pottery studio. Following DIY pro-Francesca Stone’s easy, step-by-step techniques for working with air-dry and polymer clay, readers can craft contemporary accents for every room. These clays are affordable and easy to find, … Read More...
Mosaic knitting is a fun knitting technique that looks more complicated than it is. Using two colors in alternating rows or rounds, strategically slipping stitches produces the color pattern.
It’s a technique I’ve been seeing a lot more of over … Read More...
As someone who has worked with clay for many years, I can attest to the fact that it is a fun and rewarding craft. And while traditional ceramics can be a slow and expensive process, using air-drying clay to create … Read More...
Are you looking for a striking beginner level modern quilt pattern? This striking one designed by Cluck Cluck Sew, and available for purchase at The Confident Stitch might be just the one you are interested in.
With bold intertwined rectangles, … Read More...
Ahoy there! I know…I know… that was pretty corny. Honestly though, that is what I thought of when I saw these gorgeous needlepoint coaster designs from Purl Soho. The best thing about them is that they are all free!… Read More...
Welcome to our roundup of the top 7 vest knitting patterns! Vests are a versatile and stylish addition to any wardrobe, and they’re perfect for layering during the colder months. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced knitter, you’re sure … Read More...
You may have noticed how BOHO has become popular in the past few years, this had led to the exploration of middle eastern designs and patterns. Persian tiles are so popular and can now be purchased all around the world.… Read More...
I love the graphic element of the Earth Folk sweater from Annie Lupton. Colorwork has been so popular lately and I don’t think it’s going away anytime soon, but it’s great to see a solid color pattern that still makes … Read More...
Mosaic knitting is a lot of fun, but like any other knitting technique its even more fun when you combine it with other techniques for a more layered effect.
The Room with a View Shawl by maliha designs uses stripes … Read More...
I am actually in the process of making a custom wall hanging for my beach themed unit, and this book is full of inpiration.
I was excited to get my hands on the Wall Hangings – 8 Stylish Crochet Yarn … Read More...
These DIY craft projects are not only for wood crafts but for wood crafts that are great for selling. Some of these projects are really popular and have been great sellers for crafters all around the globe. Handmade board games … Read More...
Wall panelling has been a popular trend in home décor for several years now, and for good reason! Not only does it add a touch of elegance and sophistication to any room, but it also helps to hide any imperfections … Read More...
Pinecones, Pine cones, or Conifer cones are perfect for crafting. They are nature’s little Christmas craft item and they are perfect for decorating.
Pine cones are often associated with the fall season and Christmas, but did you know that … Read More...
This tutorial is full of color and uses sold shades of fabric to create a rainbow quilt effect. You can see the full pattern and quilting tutorial over on Thecraftymummy.com Blog. I really love the geometric design on this quilt … Read More...
This baby afghan is rather geometrical with its strong stripes, but it has a fun masculine feel to it, making it perfect for boys gender-neutral designs. This pattern is free and can be downloaded here. Obviously, if you changed the … Read More...
Looking for a quilt block for Hanukkah? I’ll be honest, they are not that easy to find, but I was able to spot this lovely dreidel pattern. If you are wondering what a dreidel is, it is a spinning top … Read More...
There are lots of great crafts associated withDiwali the festival of lights, and making something related to a holiday or celebration that you don’t celebrate yourself is a great entry point (of course these are great for kids … Read More...
American Craft Council to Host Online Annual Craft Bash Nov. 16 – Dec. 6
Minneapolis – October 27, 2020 — As a virtual extension of the annual in-person event of the same name, Craft Bash 2020 will feature the handmade … Read More...
The peyote stitch, also known as the gourd stitch, is an off-loom bead weaving technique. Peyote stitch may be worked with either an even or an odd number of beads per row. Both even and odd count peyote pieces can … Read More...
One of the things that I love when fabric designers come out with a new line is that they often release a couple of free patterns. These designs are meant as a showcase for their new fabric, and are an … Read More...
