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Last year I shared my cute pencil cross stitch bookmark pattern, so I thought this year maybe I would look for more pencil cross stitch patterns to celebrate back to school or the writer in your life.  If you’re … Read More... Read more »

There’s something wonderfully uplifting about rainbow-themed scrapbook pages — they add instant joy, a sense of hope, and that lovely feeling of “better days ahead.” But not everyone wants the classic curved rainbow we all grew up drawing in kindergarten. … Read More... Read more »

I have reached the stage of life where getting dressed is less about asking, “Does this make me look stylish?” and more about, “Can I remove it quickly when my internal thermostat suddenly thinks I am standing on the surface … Read More... Read more »

There is something nostalgic and  reassuring about a cable knit sweater. Perhaps it is the way those twisting stitches look as though they have been keeping people warm for generations, or perhaps it is simply the promise of a proper … Read More... Read more »

There are two types of people in this world: people who throw bottle caps straight into the bin, and crafters who look at them and think, “Hmm… I could probably make something with those.” This recycled bottle cap planter is … Read More... Read more »

If you are looking for an easy crochet slouchy hat pattern for beginners, this one from CraftBits is a great place to start. It is a simple unisex crochet hat worked in rows, then joined into a tube and gathered … Read More... Read more »

There are certain ingredient pairings that simply make sense, and chocolate and dates are right up there with tea and biscuits, yarn and a comfortable chair, or me and buying craft supplies I absolutely did not go into the shop … Read More... Read more »

Ponchos are one of those wonderfully forgiving knitting projects that manage to be practical, cosy and rather stylish all at once. There are no sleeves to set in, fewer fit worries than you encounter with a traditional sweater, and plenty … Read More... Read more »

If you love clean, modern cardmaking, this brand-new set of Chevron Printable Backgrounds is going to become one of your most-used crafting essentials. Chevrons are bold, geometric, and incredibly versatile, making them perfect for everything from masculine cards to kids’ … Read More... Read more »

If you have ever looked at an old upholstered chair and thought, “I love the shape but that fabric has to go,” this is one of those surprisingly satisfying makeover rabbit holes to fall into. Painting a fabric chair is … Read More... Read more »