One of my favorite quilting units or blocks is the simple half square triangle. They are easy to make and, depending on the colors and fabric you use, can form incredible designs. We have rounded up 12 free quilt patterns … Read More...
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20 Ocean Crafts Kids Will Love
These ocean crafts are perfect for Ocean-themed lesson plans or activities. Create a wonderful learning weekend by watching an ocean-themed movie such as Finding Nemo
then create some full-filled ocean crafts to engage the kids. These Ocean crafts are … Read More...
30 Sewing Projects Using Up-cycled Neckties
This roundup is about using recycled or upcycled men’s neckties to create fun and creative new designs. Neckties are perfect for small projects or stitch them together to create larger projects such as keepsake memory quilts or bags.
Memory … Read More...
21 Ways To Cook Acorn Squash
I am not going to lie folks, I have never actually tried Acorn squash. It seems we don’t really get it in my area so you are going to have to let me know how you rate these recipes. For … Read More...
5 Nutcracker Hand Embroidery Patterns
One of my favorite holiday motifs is the nutcracker. There is just something about them that is so festive. It is not always a design that is easy to find so when I see them I like to highlight them.… Read More...
43+ Beautiful Baby Bibs To Crochet
This crochet roundup is all about Baby bits, beautiful and practical items every baby needs. In fact I know a few adults who could use some bibs too, like actually medically required. I wonder if the bow tie one could … Read More...
20 Snow Globe Cross-Stitch Patterns
This roundup of Cross-stitch Patterns is for Christmas Holiday themed Cross-stitch charts. I have included free patterns and paid patterns for you to try.
Erwin Perzy, an Austrian surgical instruments mechanic, created one of the first snow globes in 1900 … Read More...
5 Thanksgiving Turkey Quilt Patterns
Gobble Gobble Gobble! The turkeys in these charming quilt patterns are happy that they are not being served for Thanksgiving! They will, however, look great displayed on the wall or somewhere else. All of these patterns are pdfs and they … Read More...
Plastic Canvas Christmas Ornament Patterns
Get ready to decorate your Christmas tree in style with these patterns that you can purchase over at Annie’s Craft Store. Each one is more adorable than the next. For all of them you will need standard plastic canvas making … Read More...
22 Dinosaur Craft Activities For Kids Of All Ages
The best roundup of dinosaur crafts, with some brand new ideas for creating dinosaurs too. Lots of recycled items used in this dinosaur craft list making them affordable and perfect for large-scale projects, such as camp crafts or school lesson … Read More...
15 Ugly Christmas Holiday Sweaters To Cross Stitch
This roundup of Cross-stitch charts is for Ugly Sweater designs. Ugly Christmas sweaters are a fun way to celebrate The holiday season and these cross-stitch charts are a great way to capture that festive fun. I have included free patterns … Read More...
25 Easy To Sew Infinity Scarfs
This roundup is all about sewing your own infinity scarfs, we have scoured the internet to bring you our top 25 infinity scarf sewing patterns and tutorials. I have to say my favorite pattern is the pocket ones, as … Read More...
20 Mouthwatering Fudge Recipes
The standard fudge recipe that most people tend to make is chocolate fudge, but there are so many different choices when it comes to homemade fudge recipes. Why would you want to stick with the same old traditional recipe? Gingerbread, … Read More...
20 Things To Cook With Leftover Turkey
Nothing tastes better than a juicy piece of turkey that has been roasting in the oven, especially since the smell of it sweltering is enough to make your mouth water! Let’s be honest, if you’re hosting a large dinner gathering … Read More...
10 Gifts for the Machine Embroiderer
With the holidays right around the corner it is time to start thinking about gifts. If you have someone who loves to do machine embroidery then you will want to check out this list. All of these items can be … Read More...
8 Christmas Tree Quilt Block Patterns
Make yourself a forest of Christmas trees with one (or all) of these Christmas tree quilt block tutorials and patterns. They are all free and fairly easy to make. The only problem will be deciding which one you like best! … Read More...
30 Amazing Crochet Hair Scrunchie Patterns
This massive list of Crochet Scrunchie patterns is perfect for stash-busting your odds and ends of yarn. These crochet scrunchies come in all different designs, from lace to ruffles and everything in between. All of these can be made … Read More...
25 Christmas Bookmark Cross-stitch Patterns
Wow when I got a request for Christmas bookmark charts, I didn’t think that creating a list would be so difficult. Either no one is making Christmas holiday-themed bookmarks or no one is sharing them. I have decided … Read More...
5 Thanksgiving Hand Embroidery Patterns
Celebrate the Thanksgiving holiday with one or more of these lovely Thanksgiving hand embroidery patterns. They are all downloadable patterns that can be purchased on Etsy. Each one is unique and would be a festive addition to your holiday décor.… Read More...
22 Quick And Easy Bugs And Insect Crafts
All bugs are insects, but under the technical definition, not all insects are bugs. but here are 22 different craft projects for kids to make their own little creatures. Perfect for activities for lesson plans and afternoon fun crafts. Here … Read More...