It’s that time of year when people are knee-deep in holiday crafting, including me! I wish everyone luck in finishing their projects on time while avoiding repetitive stress injuries. Welcome to the Crafty Love Link Party! Welcome to our twenty-eighth Crafty Love Link Party! Every month, the Crafty Love Link Party will open up on … Read more
This is the eleventh post in my series of roundups for handmade gift ideas for the winter holiday season. This roundup includes 25 free crochet and knitting patterns, and sewing, embroidery, and other craft tutorials for ornaments. These ornaments are great for decorating, for gifting, or for using as gift wrap. I’ve included different styles … Read more
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
One of my favorite things about the holidays is gifting handmade. I get to indulge my creative side while making a unique and special gift. I’ve been gifting handmade for as long as I can remember. Coming from a family of talented needle artists, handmade gifts (usually sewn or crocheted) were always part of the … Read more
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