This is the time of year where I’m desperately seeking real last-minute gifts. Not the projects like a hat that will take an afternoon, but the stuff that can be finished in under an hour. This post contains affiliate links. Yarn for the sample was generously provided by Lion Brand. When I was looking at … Read more
It seems like everyone wants to flash a bit of gleam, sparkle, glitter, or shine over the holidays. This simple crochet scarf made with a sparkly yarn is the perfect solution! Yarn for the sample was generously provided by Red Heart. A few weeks ago, I was working on a guest post for the Red … Read more
It can be difficult to make my apartment look festive during the holidays with two, shall we say, “behaviorally challenged” cats. Just the other day, we came home to a toppled miniature artificial tree with ornaments strewn on the ground. Both cats looked suspiciously at the other as if to say, “It was definitely not … Read more
I was recently shocked to discover that stores are actually selling holiday jar mixes. This post contains affiliate links. Bottles for this project were generously provided by Oriental Trading. I have been a maker and gifter of jar mixes for longer than I can remember. (I even have some good stories about jar mixes being … Read more
On the weekends, I’m inviting some of my crochet, knitting, and crafty friends for a takeover of my Instagram account so they can share their talents with you. Since you can’t easily share links on Instagram, afterwards I’ll share a roundup including links to all the patterns and projects featured in the takeover. So, are … Read more