The weather is hot where I live as I write this, which has me thinking of the beach and more tropical climates, because if you’re going to be hot at least you should be somewhere pretty, right?
If a tropical … Read More...
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by Sarah White
The weather is hot where I live as I write this, which has me thinking of the beach and more tropical climates, because if you’re going to be hot at least you should be somewhere pretty, right?
If a tropical … Read More...
Kit includes the Full Color Quilt Pattern by Fat Quarter Shop, 1 pad 12″ Economy PLUS Quilt Block Foundation Paper (ISE-761) and Curated in Color by Cathe Holden fabrics for the 60.5″ x 72.5″ quilt top and binding.
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by Sarah White
Summer is the perfect time for all activities related to the beach and the ocean, regardless of whether the things you’re learning about are real. Mermaids are a lot of fun and a great way to bring a little … Read More...
Welcome back to our Sunday Spotlight series, where we showcase another remarkable quilting pattern from the talented artisans on Etsy. Each Sunday, we bring you a unique pattern that embodies creativity, craftsmanship, and inspiration for your quilting projects.
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Butterflies, with their vibrant colors and delicate wings, have always been a symbol of beauty and transformation. They captivate our imagination as they gracefully flutter through gardens, reminding us of the wonders of nature. It’s no wonder that these … Read More...
The Lux Bamboo Baby Blanket pattern features a simple yet beautiful design framed by a delicate edge. The finished blanket exudes elegance, making it a perfect gift for a baby’s special occasions.
The pattern’s instructions were clear, concise, and accompanied … Read More...
Get ready to elevate your accessory game with our exclusive roundup featuring 20 exquisite punch needle tote and bag designs. Whether you’re a seasoned DIY enthusiast or just dipping your toes into the world of embroidery, these designs offer a … Read More...
by Sarah White
Admittedly this project might be a little large to stitch up to wear to Pride this year (especially since celebrations may have already happened where you live). But it’s a good reminder that Pride not just for June, so I … Read More...
This beautiful wedding layout has lots of shiny gold frames and borders mixed with pinks and greens and lovely roses for a very romantic design. Take a closer look at the Anna Griffin blog.
It’s June so that means … Read More...
by Sarah White
Recently I shared a post of camping cross stitch patterns, but if you’re more of a caravan type camper, this post is for you. Let’s check out some cute camper cross stitch patterns for folks who drive their campsite … Read More...
If you’re not familiar with embossing folders they are a plastic folder that you place cardstock inside and run through a die cutting machine that creates raised embossed designs. The Fantasy Butterflies embossing folder from Simon Says Stamp has beautiful … Read More...
by Sarah White
The month of June is known as Pride Month, a time where we celebrate and honor the history of LGBTQ+ folks and acknowledge how far we still have to go to provide true equality.
In parts of America drag queens … Read More...
by Sarah White
June is the month for Pride, and I’ve shared a lot of Pride related knitting patterns and rainbow-colored designs in the past (see for example, rainbow patterns one and two, and little Pride flags) but there’s always room … Read More...
by Sarah White
A lot of people seem to make hats as their first projects when they get a new circular knitting machine. I did, too, though mine didn’t come out great because I didn’t really know what I was doing, I just … Read More...
This colorful layout from Vicki uses stitching to separate this page into 4 blocks. She also wrapped and tied thread around one section and stitched around the view master wheel on another. The coordinating colors and threads help keep this … Read More...
If you’ve taken lots of photos of your garden this Spring or even visited a Botanical Garden then you’ll need a special place for those picture like this amazing Garden Boot shaped mini album. This album created by Kelly uses … Read More...
by Sarah White
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...
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...
by Sarah White
When my daughter was really young, she went to an at-home daycare with a great backyard full of fun things for the kids to do. They had water tables and a sand area, birdfeeders and a place to do sidewalk … Read More...
All the shiny gold on this graduation card adds such a festive touch! I love how this idea, that uses products from Gina K., adds a personal touch with a banner of the graduates name. I spotted this design on … Read More...