I am going to show you how to sew a hem that is perfect every time. There are a lot of sewing tutorials that just say "sew a hem"
Take your sewing projects to the next level using these sewing tips and tricks.
Sweet and tender roasted carrots in a tasty maple dijon glaze.
Crafting cute and easy winter snowflake decorations out of paper 3D paper snowflakes look magnificent hanging in a window or on a wall, and add a bit more pizazz than regular flat paper snowflakes. Not to mention they're easy to make, and...
Take your sewing projects to the next level using these sewing tips and tricks.
For hot chocolate lovers, The City Bakery in New York City is legendary. So when…
The love between grandparents and grandchildren is built over time and through shared experiences. Creating memories for your grandchildren is good for you and your grandchildren. Here’s how to be an unforgettable grandparent.
These magical 3D Origami Christmas Trees are so simple to make - a couple of folds and a few snips and you’re ready to go. Instead of spending yet more money on last-minute decorations why not try making these cute little paper trees. A pretty last-minute paper decoration for your holiday table t
Needle felting artist Teresa Perleberg shares some of her needle felting secrets that she has learned over the years felting everyday.
Old Skool Fun From Back in the Day: Origami Fortune Teller: So much changes from one time of our lives to the next. I think nothing makes me more nostalgic than doing one of those small things from High School in my adult years. An example is writing a note to my honey and giving it to him folded i…
There are so many wonderful dye plants to forage in fall. Check out this list to keep your dye pot supplied well after the end of summer.
a simple and elegant double-knit scarf CORVUS This pattern was the first thing I ever designed in double-knitting, and is still my most popular pattern. I attribute its success to its simple elegance and whimsy. The original pattern was designed for my sister, who was at the time an amateur ornithologist with a particular interest […]
This is a guide to making DIY Swedish advent stars. Learn how to make a fun and festive craft using old books, by following this step-by-step Hometalk tutorial.
16 Household Tips to Make Life Easier..clever ideas that will take the stress out of your day. Easy and affordable hacks that you will love!
Bleaching gives pine cones an aged, whitewashed patina that works for both modern and rustic décor schemes!
Learn how to make an Origami star garland for your Christmas decorations. Really simple to make, but so effective! Features a full video tutorial.
Despite looking complicated, you can make German stars in under 5 minutes. Ornaments are made from 4 colored paper strips and a few simple repeated folds.
Make this awesome color changing slime that changes color with temperature! Thermochromic slime makes STEM learning fun.
Keep your hands toasty warm with these adorable DIY hand warmers that are cheap and easy to make and perfectly pocket sized!
A quick and easy DIY basket you can knit up no time flat. These small baskets are soft and flexible and can be folded down for storage.
Learn how to knit a scarf for beginners in this free step-by-step video tutorial. We'll cover the three main steps to knit a scarf!
A tutorial for making tiny gingerbread houses that sit on the brim of a coffee mug.
Despite looking complicated, you can make German stars in under 5 minutes. Ornaments are made from 4 colored paper strips and a few simple repeated folds.
Modern conveniences and busy schedules have made modern housekeeping faster and less hands-on. But what important, old-fashioned homemaking skills have we lost? Here are some ideas to inspire you, and tips to get you started. Table of contents1. 🍎 Gardening2. 🥫 Preserving Seasonal Food3. 🍞 Baking Bread4. 🍽 Cooking from scratch5. 📒 Planning ahead6. 🧶
Here's what to do when your sewing machine thread bunches up. Sewing machine thread bunching up on the top or underside of fabric is a common problem & a frustrating one! But don't despair, there are lots of things you can check to solve this issue. Refer to this checklist before call a sewing machine repair man!
You *could* pay someone $60 to do it. Or, you could do it yourself. For free, and in twenty minutes.
Fall is finally here! It is by far my favorite season, so I complied a list of 101 things to do in the fall. Bonus, many of them are free!
Duckling crochet pattern by Little Conkers. Crochet a realistic fluffy mallard duckling or cute yellow duckling. Detailed, illustrated crochet pattern.
German Bells origami Christmas card ornament
Explore Your Crochet's free patterns blog and discover inspiring ideas to ignite your creativity. Read our post, 'Cute Cats Afghan Free Crochet Patterns'.
Learn how to sew the blanket stitch including all of those important steps like, how to use the blanket stitch around corners and how to neatly change thread during the blanket stitch!
Looking for free craft classes online? I put together a list of great websites where you can take free online craft classes and more. Learn crafts for free!
Here are some of the most important lessons I picked up in my first year of sewing. This isn't an exhaustive list, but these are some of the things that I struggled with or that confused me at first. These tips and tricks should help a beginner who is just learning to sew.
Discover 130 stunning Christmas crafts for both adults and kids. From DIY ornaments to handmade decorations, wreaths, mason jars and more!
Free crochet dragon eye pillow. This free crochet pattern teaches you how to make a 3-dimensional, realistic dragon eye on a textured pillow.
Are you looking for an easy, fun, holiday themed diy to do today? How about some gingerbread bath bombs... that even look like little gingerbread men?! If you are in love with all things gingerbread then this diy is right up your alley! It really should come as no surprise that gingerbread is one of my favorite holiday scents. I've made gingerbread sugar scrubs, gingerbread smoothies, gingerbread playdough! It was only a matter of time before I turned to bath bombs! Bath bombs are quite popular these days. They are a fun way of adding some great nourishing ingredients to your
Today I would love to share with you a technique that I learned several years ago that is absolutely essential for cardigans if you want to avoid knitting the bands and finishing the raw edges. It also comes in handy for scarves or any items with open raw edges. It looks like an ap
I LOVE BIAS BINDING! There, I said it...I love bias binding and yes all caps that's how much I love it ;) Why am i in love with bias binding? It's an elegant finish suitable for a lot of projects and fabrics. After using the technique for a few years (on just about every project) I find it's actually a quick, clean and easy way to finish garments.
Picking up stitches should be a simple task, yet so many knitters find it infuriating! Here is a simple way to pick up the correct number of stitches the first time, every time.
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Learn about what to forage in fall! Autumn is an abundant time for foraging and wildcrafting. Fall foraging includes berries, nuts, roots, and mushrooms.
Learn how to plat the classic (and simple!) childhood game Cat's Cradle, with step-by-step instructions and video to see it in action
DIY homemade heating pads are so handy. And, they are easy to make. You can reheat them whenever you like and snuggle up to the warmth. Make them for yourself or give as gifts. Here is how to make a homemade heating pad!
Learn how to make these classic paper ball ornaments using upcycled Christmas cards, photos, or a favorite stash of scrapbook paper.
Granny Crochet Christmas Baubles perfectly capture the magic and charm of handmade festive decor! This free crochet pattern is fun to make!
Folded paper German stars remind many of childhood when they were made at Christmas time. Easy to follow, step-by-step video tutorial teaches you how.
