As the weather cools down, it turns into prime time for displaying our crocheted creations. With the Craft Yarn Council reporting that 86% of crocheters list scarves as their favorite projects, there’s a good chance you have quite a few in your closet. Are you looking for a new way to wear your scarf? In … Read more
This is the sixth post in my series of roundups for handmade gift ideas for the winter holiday season. Today’s roundup includes 60 handmade gift ideas for kids, including 15 free fabric tutorials, 30 free crochet patterns, 12 free knitting patterns, and 3 free crafty tutorials. These project ideas include softies, lovies or cuddly blankets, … Read more
While many crocheters and knitters are focused on making handmade holiday gifts this time of year, others will find time to use their skills to provide a handmade hug for those in need. I’m sharing 30 free crochet and knitting patterns for preemie hats, which are small projects so it’s easy to make a few … Read more
This is the fifth post in my series of roundups for handmade gift ideas for the winter holiday season. Today’s roundup includes 40 handmade gift ideas for men, including 2 free sewing tutorials, 20 free crochet patterns, and 18 free knitting patterns. These patterns include bags, hats, and scarves. This post contains affiliate links. I may … Read more
As the weather starts cooling down and we head into winter, many crocheters and knitters start ramping up their projects. If you’ve vowed that this is the year where you will wear your own handmade creations rather than store bought, let me share 4 tips for planning a season’s worth of wearable accessories. Oh, and … Read more