36+ Handmade Gift Ideas for Children (including Babies and Teens)

It’s time for the first weekly roundup of this year’s Christmas in July Make Along! Our theme this week is handmade gift ideas for children, including babies, infants, toddlers, children, tweens, and teens. Find your next project in this collection of free crochet, knitting, and sewing patterns for softies, blankets and pillows, toys, accessories, and … Read more

Caterina the Crochet Cat Pattern

I’m thrilled to be kicking off the second annual Christmas in July Make Along with this crochet cat pattern! Caterina the Cat is a little, handheld kitty that makes a great portable softie. You can also use this crochet cat pattern as an ornament or gift tag. This post contains affiliate links. I may receive … Read more

Reusable Handmade Ornaments and Gift Tags Tutorial

It’s that time of the year when I’m looking for last-minute crafts and gift ideas for winter holiday gifts. In today’s tutorial, I’m sharing a no-sew, easy peasy way to make reusable handmade ornaments and gift tags using several VELCRO® Brand products. These ornaments and gift tags double as gift wrap. I’m including links to … Read more

Crochet Pattern: Mini Sweater

The Mini Sweater was inspired by a crochet sweater ornament pattern I made years ago. The Mini Sweater is a tiny sweater that you can use as an appliqué, pin, or ornament. I’ve linked to a tutorial for making an easy, no-sew felt-backed ornament version that does double duty as a gift tag! This post … Read more

Crochet Pattern: Mini Christmas Tree

The Mini Christmas Tree is an itty bitty tree that you can use as an appliqué, pin, or ornament. I’ve linked to a tutorial for making an easy, no-sew felt-backed ornament version that does double duty as a gift tag! This post contains affiliate links. I may receive compensation (at no added cost to you) if … Read more

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