Handmade for the Holidays Crochet Pattern Bundle!

If you’re anything like me, every year you vow to start your holiday crocheting earlier so that you don’t end up gifting “I.O.U.s” instead of crochet projects. Then life happens and you look up in December and wonder what you’re going to do with that yarn you bought during the Christmas in July sales. Not … Read more

28+ Free Handmade Gift Ideas for Men

Welcome to the third roundup of the Christmas in July Make Along! This week’s theme is gifts for men, and in my experience, it can sometimes be hard to find great handmade gift ideas for men. Not to worry, because I’ve searched the web to find you 28 handmade gift ideas, including 14 free crochet … Read more

Easy Lacy Crochet Shawl Pattern: Patina Lace Shawlette

The Patina Lace Shawlette is an easy, lacy crochet shawl with a simple stitch pattern repeat that is easy to remember. This rectangular shawl uses an easy lace stitch pattern in different directions to create a beautiful, color-blocked accessory. This post contains affiliate links. I may receive compensation (at no added cost to you) if … Read more

How To Knit Beautiful Bags by Sian Brown Book Review with Flower Basket bag pattern

Have you been wondering how to knit a bag? Bags are great projects to knit because you can start wearing and using them right away, no matter what the season! Today, I’m sharing my review of a book of knit bag designs and techniques. My review also includes an excerpted knitting pattern for the Flower … Read more

Cricut Basics: How To Customize a Pencil Case with Vinyl by How To Heat Press

Naomi from How To Heat Press is joining us for the first of three guest posts that will help you to explore your Cricut! Today, she’ll show you how easy it is to customize a pencil case with your Cricut and adhesive vinyl. She’ll share tips for using heat transfer vinyl (also known as iron-on), … Read more

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