22 Handmade Gift Ideas for Home!

This is the tenth post in my series of roundups for handmade gift ideas for the winter holiday season. This roundup includes 22 free crochet and knitting patterns, and sewing, embroidery, and other craft tutorials for the home. I’ve included pillows, table settings, baskets and organizers, and more, so there should be plenty of inspiration … Read more

29 Free Patterns and Tutorials for Handmade Bags To Make Great Gifts!

This is the ninth post in my series of roundups for handmade gift ideas for the winter holiday season. This roundup includes 29 free fabric, crochet, and knitting patterns and tutorials for bags that would make great gifts for kids and adults. I’ve included totes, messenger bags, clutches, backpacks, purses, and more, so there should … Read more

Knitting Pattern: Fire Beads Scarf

The Fire Beads Scarf uses a very simple stitch pattern and a funky, textured yarn to create a really interesting scarf with pops of color. This scarf is a great pattern for a beginner knitter, since it uses just knits and purls, but it’s also a great binge watching or “mindless” project for a more … Read more

23 Free Crochet and Knit Hat Patterns To Make Great Gifts

This is the eighth post in my series of roundups for handmade gift ideas for the winter holiday season. This roundup includes 23 crochet and knitting patterns for hats that would make great gifts for adults (though most of the patterns also include at least one child’s size). I’ve tried to include many different styles … Read more

Seed Stitch: Beyond Knit 1, Purl 1 Book Review with Knitting Pattern: Slouchy Hat by Rosemary Drysdale

I’m sharing my review of a wonderful new book from one of my favorite knitting authors, Rosemary Drysdale, along with a giveaway. I’ve also included an excerpted pattern for her cozy and unisex Slouchy Hat, so read on for details! This post contains affiliate links. I may receive compensation (at no added cost to you) if … Read more

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