The largest independent craft review site since 2007
This week’s designed spotlight is on Twin Peak Primitives, the design home for a duo of twin sisters from the Netherlands. Their work covers a lot of different subjects, including holidays, American patriotic designs, sampler-style stitches and more.
Since I’m … Read More...
Welcome to the One-of-a-Kind afghan crochet ePattern! If you’re looking for a modern and trendy afghan pattern, then this geometric granny square design is the perfect choice.
The One-of-a-Kind pattern features bold, geometric shapes worked into traditional granny squares, resulting … Read More...
Embark on a journey through the enchanting world of card making with CraftGossip’s collection of “12 Handmade Cards with Dark Backgrounds Using Stamps and Dies,” published on August 9, 2023. This curated showcase unveils a symphony of creativity where … Read More...
This cool by the pool layout has layers and blocks of pattern papers to create the background with tilted photos over top to add interest to the design. Visit the Artsy Albums blog for more info.
With all the high … Read More...
Are you looking for a creative, yet relaxing craft to occupy your free time? Look no further than sashiko and kogin embroidery!
These traditional Japanese embroidery techniques have been around for centuries and are still popular today. Not only are … Read More...
Looking to add a new dynamic element to your cards? I came across this amazing geometric wave design that was created by Catherine using circle dies over on the Stamp 101 blog.
Using concentric or stacking circles cut several from … Read More...
I’ve written nearly 3,500 posts for this site over the years (thank you for being here!) so a lot of times when I have an idea for a post I have to go back and see if I’ve done it … Read More...
One of the potential problems with colorwork knitting, at least when it comes to stranded or Fair Isle styles of knitting, is that you don’t always want to have the back of the work on display. Other knitters will appreciate … Read More...
As someone who has been passionate about sewing for years, I was eager to delve into The Geometry of Hand-Sewing
. This guide, written by Natalie Chanin and her teams at Alabama Chanin and The School of Making, is a … Read More...
Chicken scratch embroidery is a unique and charming needlework technique that has been around for centuries. This form of embroidery is believed to have originated in America during the early days of settlement, and has since evolved into a variety … Read More...
Norah Gaughan is a master of interesting shapes and outside-the-norm construction techniques, and she brings decades of design experience and creativity to the designs in Knit Fold Pleat Repeat: Simple Knits, Gorgeous Garments.
Gaughan says she was interested in … Read More...
Imagine the joy of receiving a handmade card adorned with intricate sewing and stitching details. As you explore the 11+ creative ideas presented by Heather Holbrook, you’ll uncover a treasure trove of inspiration to elevate your card-making skills. The added … Read More...
Are you new to needlepoint? Learn the basic (and incredibly fun) craft of plastic canvas embroidery—and produce a cool keychain in the process. This simple guide will teach you how to accomplish a plastic canvas keychain with a step-by-step … Read More...
This post is a treasure trove of inspiration for those seeking to craft unique and thoughtful cards tailored specifically for the gentlemen in their lives.
Crafting cards for men often presents a delightful challenge, and this post provides a … Read More...
This is an advanced level knitting pattern for a man’s shawl collar sweater that features all-over cables, which gives it a geometric feel. The sweater is knitted in Sirdar Country Classic, a soft and cosy yarn, and can be made … Read More...
A bunch of punched stars adds layers and texture to this masculine layout that been sectioned into 4 triangle quadrants of different colors. Having the photo be black and white helps it stand out from the bold color and busy … Read More...
The Mitred Square blanket pattern, design number 5397 from Sirdar website, is a striking and modern design that is sure to add a touch of elegance to any nursery. The geometric design, created using the mitred squares technique, creates … Read More...
Hats are a great canvas on which to try just about any knitting technique. They’re relatively small and quick to knit, and everyone can use a hat, right?
Courtney Flynn shares 30 designs for colorwork hats in her book The … Read More...
I love a good cross stitch border. They’re just the thing to make a simple project look a little more finished or to add a bit more color to a project.
You can add a border to just about any … Read More...
I don’t share a lot of blackwork embroidery content over here because it’s not a technique I’ve ever tried, and it is a little different from cross stitch because it uses different patterns to form the design, which can include … Read More...
