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Book Review: The Book Book of Beginner Amigurumi
Sun Jun 21 8:26 pm

If you’re new to crochet or just want to make some easy and cute dolls and toys, The Big Book of Beginner Amigurumi is a great place to start.

The book is by Maggy and Pippa Woodley; you may know … Read More...

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Bird Embroidery Blank Laser Cut Pattern
Sun Jun 21 1:00 pm

This is one of those craft files that feels a little different from the usual embroidery download, and honestly, that is exactly why it stands out. While it may have originally been listed with an Easter angle, I actually think Read More...

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25+ Easy Crochet Flower Patterns For Beginners
Sun Jun 21 10:00 am

Crochet flowers are one of those wonderfully satisfying little projects that make you feel productive almost instantly. They are quick, pretty, stash-friendly, and just useful enough that you can justify making a whole pile of them while watching telly with Read More...

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Etsy Feature – Pottery Border Rollers Set (6 or 12 Designs)
Sun Jun 21 10:00 am

One of the best parts of working with clay is decorating the surface—and if you’ve ever wanted to add detailed, professional-looking borders without hours of carving, these Pottery Border Rollers are a total studio upgrade. Available in sets of 6 Read More...

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Free Trauma Teddy Knitting Pattern – A Simple Comfort Bear To Knit And Donate
Sun Jun 21 10:00 am

There is something incredibly touching about a handmade teddy bear, especially when it has been knitted with the purpose of bringing comfort to someone who needs it most. This free Trauma Teddy knitting pattern from CraftBits is one of those Read More...

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My Fabric Buying Rules (That I Break All the Time)
Sun Jun 21 10:00 am

I have fabric buying rules.

Very sensible rules.

Responsible, grown-up, “I have teenagers and a mortgage” rules.

And yet… somehow… I still come home with another bundle of florals.

If you’ve ever typed “quilting fabric sale” into Google knowing Read More...

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4 FREE Vintage Masculine Summer Pattern Papers
Sun Jun 21 12:11 pm

This collection of FREE vintage inspired pattern papers are perfect for masculine designs for Father’s Day or trips to the beach. These four retro laid back designs include a tropical leaf tone on tone in dark teal, a chevron pattern … Read More...

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Using Pizza and Pretend Play to Learn about Fractions
Sat Jun 20 10:25 am

When my daughter was young she loved the PBS show “Peg + Cat,” and if you’ve got a fan of that show in your house this activity will be even better, but it doesn’t matter if your kids don’t already … Read More...

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Sewing Pattern Saturday Review: DIY Reusable Period Pad Sewing Pattern
Sat Jun 20 1:00 pm

Sewing Pattern Saturday is my weekly way of highlighting independent Etsy designers who are creating sewing patterns that are thoughtful, practical, and genuinely useful in everyday life. These reviews are written from a real sewist’s perspective, looking beyond the listing Read More...

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How to Bind a Junk Journal (5 Easy Methods for Beginners)
Sat Jun 20 1:00 pm

Simple Junk Journal Binding Techniques You Can Do at Home

Let’s talk about the part that makes people pause.

You’ve printed your junk journal pages. You’ve layered your ephemera. You’ve folded your signatures.

And then you think… now what?

Binding Read More...

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Vintage Knitted Lace Stole Pattern PDF – A Romantic 1950s Bridal Shawl
Sat Jun 20 10:00 am

There are some vintage knitting patterns that feel like they belong in a hat box with tissue paper, silk gloves, and a very dramatic lipstick. This Vintage Knitted Lace Stole Pattern PDF from the CraftGossipStore has exactly that sort of Read More...

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Free Crochet Summer Tops, Tees And Beachwear Patterns To Make This Season
Sat Jun 20 10:00 am

There’s something about warm weather that makes me want to put down the heavy blankets and start reaching for cotton yarn, open stitches and breezy little crochet projects that don’t leave me melting under a lap full of wool. Read More...

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