24+ Handmade Gift Ideas for Women

I’m sharing the second of five weekly roundups including handmade gift ideas as part of the sixth annual Christmas in July Make Along! Last week’s theme was handmade gift ideas for women and this collection includes 24 crochet, knitting, and sewing patterns for cowls and scarves, hats, bags, shawls and wraps, socks, a pullover, a … Read more

Denim Upcycled Review

I’m sharing a review of a sewing pattern book that’s all about making projects from the old jeans I know you have stashed in your closet along with a giveaway for the chance to win my review copy. The free excerpted denim messenger bag pattern was available through September 30, 2025. This post is also … Read more

24+ Handmade Gift Ideas for Kids

I’m sharing the first of five weekly roundups including handmade gift ideas as part of the sixth annual Christmas in July Make Along! Last week’s theme was handmade gift ideas for kids — from babies through teens — and this collection includes 24 crochet, knitting, and sewing patterns for toys, accessories, garments, and home decor … Read more

2024 Christmas in July Make Along

Welcome back to another edition of the Christmas in July Make Along! Every year, during this time, a team of talented designers comes together to present a month-long event with a variety of fabulous winter holiday patterns, including crochet, knitting, and sewing projects. There are different themes to ensure everyone has something on their hooks … Read more

17+ Free Log Cabin Patterns

I’m sharing a collection of 17+ free log cabin patterns in today’s roundup! This pattern collection includes crochet, knit, sewing, and quilting log cabin patterns to make a bag, a mug rug, pillows, blocks, and blankets in a variety of sizes. This post contains affiliate links. I may receive compensation (at no added cost to … Read more

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