This week on the Card Making blog is all about Ghosts, they appear to be the it thing for the Spooky Season this year. And what’s better than a handmade Ghost card, how about one that also lights up!? For … Read More...

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I love to use yarn I already have for these projects in … Read More...

If floral patterns aren’t quite your style, this free foliage embroidery pattern is a beautiful alternative. Leafy botanical designs have such an easy elegance about them, and they work especially well on knitwear, bags, scarves, and other accessories.

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Between extra handwashing, cleaning products, cooler weather and the general wear and tear of everyday life, hands can quickly go from perfectly fine to dry, tight and rather scratchy.

Mine usually reach the “why do my knuckles feel like sandpaper?” … Read More...

If you’ve taken a few fun Fall photos and would like to keep them all in one handy and portable space try creating a fun little accordion mini album like this one from Sherry. Her covers are die cut scalloped … Read More...

Ghana Basics

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This Garage Door Halloween Decoration project is such a fun way to make a big Halloween statement without needing to decorate the whole yard. Instead of a small wreath or porch sign, this idea turns the entire garage door into … Read More...

There is something especially satisfying about turning an old, slightly worn quilt into a new Halloween decoration. Thrift-store quilts often have the loveliest stitched textures, soft faded fabrics, and just enough age to make a project feel instantly cozy. Even … Read More...

This year it seems like Ghosts are the popular icon for Halloween, especially if they are cute! I’ve been seeing so many new paper crafting supplies with adorable Ghosties this year! So if you’re ready to jump on this bandwagon … Read More...

I was recently approached by Alyssa, the cross stitcher behind the Etsy shop Stitchonomy, to take a look at her cross stitch pattern subscription club, known as The Pattern Club. 

I took a look around and there’s a lot … Read More...

It’s worked in two colors of fingering weight yarn so … Read More...

There are crochet books that give you a collection of useful patterns, and then there are crochet books that make you want to disappear into the woods wearing a handmade cloak and carrying a basket of mushrooms.

Fantasy Crochet by … Read More...

There is something especially lovely about a winter fabric collection that feels seasonal without immediately shouting Christmas. Woodland Whimsy by Jennifer Pugh for Wilmington Prints is filled with forest animals, mushrooms, classic plaids, dots and softly textured coordinating prints.

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Becki’s sweet family layout has wonderful Fall patterns with polka dots, leaves and plaids in warm colors. She matted and stacked her two photos to one side, adding a cluster of embellishments at the bottom corner. She laid down two … Read More...

If you don’t know about Leif Erikson (sometimes spelled Eriksson), he’s … Read More...

Moldable plastic is one of those craft supplies that looks spectacularly unexciting in the packet.

A handful of little white plastic pellets? Thrilling.

Then you put them into hot water, they turn clear, stick together and suddenly you have a … Read More...

Most crafters have at least one broken necklace sitting somewhere in a drawer, dish, jewellery box or tiny zip bag labelled “fix later.” Sometimes it is a favourite necklace. Sometimes it is a sentimental one. Sometimes it is just a … Read More...

You know that moment when you step back from a needle felting project and think, “It’s cute, but something’s just… off”? The shape is perfect, the colors are right, but the surface looks fuzzy, uneven, or a bit too “handmade.”… Read More...

There is something wonderfully satisfying about making soap that looks as though it came from a bubbling witch’s cauldron—especially when the actual process is far easier than anything involving potions, spells or an eye of newt.

These Witch’s Cauldron Halloween … Read More...

There comes a point every September when perfectly sensible yarn colours suddenly stop being interesting and I want everything in black, pumpkin orange, poisonous green and the sort of purple that would look perfectly at home in a witch’s wardrobe.… Read More...

I am absolutely in love with these color-styled hidden storage books. They are one of those home decor finds that instantly make a shelf or coffee table look more styled, more thoughtful, and a little more expensive. Which color … Read More...

Brenda used dies from Simon Says to create this wonderful Haunted House card. She ink blended for the grass, added white paint splatter on navy for the night sky and used colored cardstocks for the house and ghost, adding some … Read More...

If you’re passionate about sewing, then you won’t want to miss the Books That Have a Sewing Theme post on Pink Hollybush Designs. This carefully curated list of books isn’t just about fabric and thread, it’s about the art and … Read More...

The DMC Blue Vespa Intermediate Cross Stitch Kit immediately made me think of European summers, cobbled streets and the freedom of travelling somewhere new.

As I write this, my 19-year-old daughter is travelling around Europe and is just about to … Read More...

There are Christmas crochet projects that are practical, there are Christmas crochet projects that use up the yarn stash, and then there are the ones you make simply because they are ridiculously cute.

This crochet Santa spiral hanging ornament definitely … Read More...

I checked CraftGossip.com and CraftBits.com and did not find an existing roundup devoted specifically to Halloween bowling ball crafts. CraftGossip has covered plenty of recycled Halloween decorating ideas, but this wonderfully odd little corner of bowling-ball upcycling appears to … Read More...

Halloween food doesn’t have to be complicated—or require a trip to the gourmet shop. With a little creativity, you can take what’s already in your pantry or fridge and turn it into spooky, crowd-pleasing snacks. These hacks are quick, affordable, … Read More...

Get ready to add a touch of spooky charm to your home with the 31 Haunting Street Pattern Download by Cotton Street Commons! While this item hasn’t been reviewed yet, let me tell you why it’s worth considering.

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There’s something so satisfying about a handmade travel mug. It’s practical, stylish, and makes your daily coffee or tea ritual feel that little bit more special. With this set of 3 pottery travel mug templates, you can create your … Read More...

This dripping “Inked Blood” font is perfect for your Halloween scrapbook layouts, imagine the creepy titles and spooky journaling you can print out with this one! This FREE design comes in all capitals with thick bold letters that have drippy … Read More...

If you’d like to branch out and use your scrapbooking supplies for a new art form maybe it’s time to try Art Journaling, you can use so many of the same supplies to create wonderful mixed media collage style designs. … Read More...

Michaela McMillan is a UK-based mixed media artist known for her unique, narrative-driven sculptures made from recycled and found materials. Her work is deeply inspired by a childhood filled with parables and a strong ‘Good Life’ philosophy, which emphasizes sustainability … Read More...

The Goldfish by Henri Matisse Advanced Cross Stitch Kit transforms one of Matisse’s most colourful paintings into an impressive needlework project.

The original 1912 artwork is known for its vibrant colours and unusual composition, both of which translate beautifully into … Read More...

There are some crochet projects that are lovely to make, and then there are the ones that feel like they have a little more purpose stitched into them. Chemo caps definitely fall into that second category.

A handmade crochet chemo … Read More...

If you’re starting on your Halloween paper crafting projects you’re going to want to download this amazing collection of Halloween silhouettes! There are 32 different designs you can download for FREE. This all black set of clipart designs has … Read More...

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There is just something about roses and old paper that makes my crafty heart happy.

Maybe it’s the faded ink.
Maybe it’s the slightly torn edges.
Maybe it’s that soft romantic cottage garden feel.

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If you’ve ever looked at your furry friend and thought, I wish I could capture that face in wool, this week’s Free Felting Tutorial Friday is for you. There’s something incredibly touching about creating a felted portrait of a … Read More...

There is something slightly ridiculous about how satisfying it is to sew baby shoes.

They use barely any fabric, the finished project fits in the palm of your hand, and somehow a pair of tiny handmade booties can completely steal … Read More...

Adding protein is one of the easiest ways to turn those noodles into a more complete meal.

Chicken, beef, … Read More...

I’ll be completely honest before we even start.

Hand sewing has never been my strong point. In fact, I have almost zero patience for hand quilting. I love the look of it, I admire the tradition of it, but … Read More...

Halloween gifts do not have to involve another bucket of sweets, plastic spiders or tiny toys that mysteriously appear under the sofa until Easter. This DIY Witch’s Brew Gift Pack contains three handmade bath and body treats designed for a … Read More...

This Free Whip It Up Crochet Blanket Pattern from Mary Maxim looks like pure comfort crochet. It is a free download for a crochet afghan, and Mary Maxim describes it as a beautifully textured blanket with a plush, soft … Read More...