Perler beads
are a super fun craft item for kids to use. Also known (by me, anyway) as melty beads, these colorful pieces of plastic are assembled into different shapes on a grid, then melted together by ironing on top … Read More...
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10 Crochet Patterns for Adult Moccasin Slippers
Welcome to our roundup of 10 crochet patterns for Moccasin-style slippers! If you’re looking for a cozy and comfortable pair of slippers to wear around the house, then these Moccasin-style slippers are a perfect choice. Not only are they warm … Read More...
Celebrate National Twins Day
Did you know that August 5 is celebrated as National Twins Day? More generally, the first weekend of the month of August is Twins Days, which is a festival held in Twinsburg, Ohio, each year to celebrate twins of … Read More...
17 Handmade Butterfly Card Ideas using Stamps, Stencils and Dies
Embrace Elegance with 17 Handmade Butterfly Card Ideas: A Stamping, Stenciling, and Die-Cutting Extravaganza
Fluttering into the world of cardmaking, butterflies bring a touch of grace and enchantment to your handmade creations. In this roundup, we present 17 exquisite Handmade … Read More...
Watermelon Activities for Kids
Summer is the perfect time to eat, play with, craft and learn about watermelons
. This sweet treat is a favorite with kids and adults alike, the colors are fun to work with and it just feels like summer in … Read More...
Sock Yarn Cowl Knitting Patterns
Lots of you seem to be interested in patterns for things to make with sock yarn other than socks. Last month I shared a collection of shawls made with sock yarn, aiming for projects that could be made with … Read More...
Barbie-Inspired Knitting Patterns
It feels like we’re living in a pink world right now, so it’s high time to knit some pink projects, correct? Of course any knitting project can be worked in pink if you want, but I thought it would be … Read More...
D&D Cross Stitch Patterns
Sometimes I randomly come across a cross stitch pattern that makes me want to find more on the same theme. This time it was this set of 14 cross stitch patterns for the different Dungeons and Dragons classes (cleric, bard, … Read More...
9 DIY Fabric Wallets You Can Sew Today
The perfect wallet is nearly impossible to find the in the stores. It seems they’re all either too big, too small, too many pockets, too few pockets, etc. But if you sew you can make your own DIY wallet and … Read More...
12 Pool Time Scrapbook Layout Ideas plus a FREEBIE
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...
Kogin Embroidery Patterns And Tutorials
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...
15 Fast Food Dupes To Make At Home
During the pandemic, my family and I were stuck at home, and the one thing we missed the most was going out for fast food. We tried our best to recreate some of our favorite meals at home, and it … Read More...
Celebrating Female Astronomers
August first is a day to honor women in astronomy, so it’s a great time to teach kids about the many female astronomers, computers and other experts who have shaped the way we see the universe.
I was trying to … Read More...
12 Outdoor Adventure Scrapbook Layout Ideas
This awesome page and a 1/2 features layers of photos with room for journaling on the full layout and a pocket page for the 1/2 that creates a fun flap in your album. Jess shared these designs on the Scrapbook … Read More...
Barbie Cross Stitch Patterns
Everything’s coming up pink this summer, and if you’re a Barbie girl or guy you might want to stitch up some fun Barbie cross stitch patterns to celebrate.
Did you know Barbie was first released on March 9, 1959, and … Read More...
11 Under the Sea Handmade Card Ideas
This captivating showcase immerses you in a world of maritime inspiration, where the wonders of the ocean come to life through the art of card making.
CraftGossip invites you to explore a collection that transcends traditional card designs, transporting … Read More...
Celebrating Coloring Book Day with Printable Coloring Pages
August 2 is National Coloring Book Day in the United States, and while every day is a good day to color, this is a great time to break out the crayons, colored pencils and printable coloring pages (especially since it’s … Read More...
Knitting Patterns for Mushrooms
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...
Fun Mosaic Patterns to Knit
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...
15 Scrap Fabric Items You Can Make For Your Home
If you have a stash of scrap fabric lying around in your house, it’s time to put them to good use. Instead of throwing them away or letting them gather dust, why not repurpose them into functional and decorative items … Read More...