Sometimes it’s hard to find winter cross stitch patterns that aren’t overtly Christmas related, and this one just barely squeaks by but I’m going to allow it because it’s just so pretty I have to share it.
Tinsel Cross Stitch … Read More...
Snow Globe Learning Activities
Last year I did a post all about snow globe crafts, but this year let’s try to make it a little more educational with some learning activities with a snow globe theme.
This snow globe letter find from Kindergarten … Read More...
Knit a Super Cozy Jacket with Simple Cables
When I’m looking around for patterns to share with you, I often leave myself notes so I remember what the pattern is like without having to click on the link. When I added the Honey Jacket by Anne Ventzel to … Read More...
How To Do The Cherry Puff Stitch
The Cherry Puff Crochet Stitch offers a delightful combination of simplicity and texture, making it a versatile addition to your repertoire. With basic crochet stitches and charming puff stitches, this pattern creates an open and airy design with just the … Read More...
6 FREE Christmas Coloring Pages
If you or the kids need a break from the hustle of Christmas festivities then grab some colored pencils or markers and print up a few of these darling Christmas coloring pages. Relax by the warmth of the fireplace or … Read More...
Snow Globe Cross Stitch Patterns
While some of these snow globe cross stitch designs have a bit of a Christmas feel to them, others could definitely get you through the rest of winter with time to still display them before spring comes along.
On the … Read More...
Granny Square Wearables
Step into the wonderful world of Granny Squares with Brenda K. B. Anderson as your guide! In this exciting class, Brenda will unveil the magic of crocheting Granny Square Accessories, showcasing two fabulous patterns: the Granny Square Confection Beanie and … Read More...
How Much Alcohol Do You Really Need for New Year’s Eve? A No-Stress Drinks Guide for the Big Countdown
New Year’s Eve parties have their own energy. They start slow, build steadily, and by 11:45 everyone is suddenly topping up their glass, grabbing a noisemaker, and doing a quick “is my lipstick still on?” check before the countdown. Over … Read More...
Handmade with a Past: Tuesday’s Top Recycled Etsy Find
If you’re looking to elevate your home decor while embracing sustainability, this upcycled French champagne bottle turned into a candle holder might be just the statement piece you need. Not only does it have the charm of its vintage roots, … Read More...
Is Your Dishwasher Making You Sick? The Hidden Cause of Upset Tummies
We’d been on an endless run of upset tummies in our house. Nothing drastic, but that constant low-level queasiness that makes you suspicious of everything you eat. At first we thought it was a bug. Then maybe something from the … Read More...
12 Holiday Baking and Cookies Scrapbook Layout Ideas
Brianna’s sweet layout has lots of room for baking photos in two rows on a wide center border. There’s loads of cute gingerbread tags, houses and people embellishments and a banner that spells “JOY” too. Take a closer look at … Read More...
Because We Always Need to Knit More Fingerless Gloves, Right?
I have a bit of an obsession with knit fingerless gloves. I have pairs all over the house and have made them a bunch of different ways. My most recent fingerless gloves pattern is perfect for beginners, worked flat in … Read More...
Games and Challenges to Make with Lego
Sometimes when the kids are home from school you need some little games and time fillers to keep them entertained while waiting for some event or something else is going on. Since most people seem to have a cache of … Read More...
12 Last Minute Handmade Christmas Card Ideas
This yummy round card from Gemma looks like a Christmas pudding. She’s added a die cut gold glitter wave and word, Holly leaves and berries and a little stamping to finish the sentiment. Take a look at this quick card … Read More...
Monday Musings: Why I Still Use a 20-Year-Old Sewing Machine (And Won’t Upgrade)
Meet Bertha – my clunky, temperamental, utterly beloved sewing machine. She’s older than some of my readers, makes a noise like a dying lawnmower when threading the bobbin, and occasionally eats fabric for fun.
People keep telling me to upgrade … Read More...
DIY Pottery Rosemary Platter
There’s something so timeless about combining clay with nature. Pressing herbs into pottery creates a simple yet striking effect—rustic, organic, and perfectly imperfect. Today we’re making a rosemary platter using real sprigs of rosemary pressed into clay. You can make … Read More...
How to Make a Natural Hormone Balancing Massage Oil for Perimenopause Tension and Bloating
If you’re in your 40s or 50s and suddenly feeling bloated, irritated, or like your nerves are hanging by a thread—you’re likely in perimenopause. And no, you’re not losing it. You’re just riding the hormone rollercoaster that no one … Read More...
How To Make A Felted Hat – Free Tutorial
If you’ve ever dreamt of making your own soft, perfectly shaped felted hat, you’re in for a treat. This project combines the meditative rhythm of felting with the satisfaction of creating a wearable piece of art — and no, you … Read More...
Etsy Spotlight – Men’s Basic Tee Sewing Pattern
Let’s be honest—sewing for men doesn’t always get the attention it deserves. So many of us are caught up in kids’ clothes, home decor, and pretty dresses, that the guys in our lives sometimes end up with… nada! But not … Read More...
6 FREE Christmas Teal and Red Pattern Papers
Teal has been a very trendy color this year and I love it paired with red, especially for a non-traditional Christmas color combo! This collection of 6 different pattern papers has red, white and teal plaids, zigzags snowflakes, botanicals and … Read More...