Saturday, January 27, 2024

Cute Animal Valentine’s Day Cross Stitch

This post needs to start with me asking you to help settle an argument going on in my mind: are gnomes animals? They’re not people, I guess mythical creatures? Maybe? I don’t know who to classify them.

It matters because … Read More...



Redwork Winter Twitterings – Book Review

Crafters will learn how to make the lovely patterns in this book by combining red embroidery thread, red and white materials, and easy embroidery techniques. Redwork is a technique that employs red floss to copy basic line drawings, and this … Read More...



Friday, January 26, 2024

12 Snow Much Fun Scrapbook Layouts

12 Snow Much Fun Scrapbook Layouts

The pastel pinks and greys add such a soft look to this pretty page that has lots of snowflakes and loads of layers of winter pattern papers. I spotted this design on the Echo Park Instagram page. 

Well, we finally … Read More...



Abstract mini art with embroidery floss and paint

I just did a collage where I stitched 2 big stitches and it was just what the piece needed. So that means I am officially hooked on stitching and art. This idea where the fabric has some paint and then … Read More...



Thursday, January 25, 2024

3 Valentine’s Day Gift Card Holders

If you’re not sure what to give for Valentine’s Day a gift card to the recipients favorite place  to eat or shop is always a great option. But make it special by gifting it in a handmade card or tag. … Read More...



Designer Spotlight: Box and Fox

When I look at the designs of Box and Fox on Etsy, the first words that come to mind are lush and floral.

This designer has more than 1,000 (1,000!) patterns on their page, so I certainly didn’t look at … Read More...



Wednesday, January 24, 2024

17 Funny Anti Valentine’s Day Downloadable Sentiments

17 Funny Valentine's Day Downloadable Sentiments

Are you feeling Anti-Valentine’s Day, not in the mood to be all romantic and sweet, or maybe you just love a quirky / sarcastic turn of phrase? Whatever you feel about Valentine’s Day these funny phrases might be just the … Read More...



35+ Heart Shaped Quilt Patterns

Welcome to a celebration of love stitched in every seam! Hearts, a timeless symbol of affection, take center stage in our roundup of 35 heart-shaped quilt patterns and tutorials. As we dive into the world of quilting, we discover that … Read More...



Tuesday, January 23, 2024

Duo Granny Bandana Pattern

The Duo Granny Bandana crochet pattern is an intriguing project that caught my eye with its unique design and vibrant colors. However, as I delved into creating it, I couldn’t help but wonder, “Does this really look like a dog … Read More...



12+ DIY Valentine’s Day Treat Holder Ideas

12+ DIY Valentine's Day Treat Holder Ideas

Carly used stamps and dies colored with Copics, adding her own little cardstock “boxes” to hold the treats inside this adorable treat train. She’s sharing a how to video on the Pretty Pink Posh blog.

If you’re passing out sweetRead More...