Learn how to sew your crochet items to fabric using your sewing machine to make it fast and easy. Here are my best tips and tricks!
I have long loved these Elizabeth Zimmermann booties. Last year I made them with fingering…
This no-sew crochet axolotl is quick, easy and cute! It would make a great addition to your next market/craft fair or a fun gift.
This beautiful crocheted cord (or crocheted ribbon), also known as the Romanian cord, is a very popular element in Romanian and Irish laces. Also, it is widely used in freeform crochet. You can use this crochet cord in many different ways. You can make an elegant belt, embellish any of your handmade projects, make …
Explore Your Crochet's free patterns blog and discover inspiring ideas to ignite your creativity. Read our post, 'Book Rat Free Crochet Pattern'.
This fun pattern makes a crochet amigurumi turtle in one hour! This is such a great pattern if you hate sewing- this is completely no sew! Learn how to make Crochet Turtle Pattern There are some really awesome crochet turtle patterns out there. I never want to create something that is already made. First of...
It's so encouraging to read comments, and receive emails, from all of you! Having that feedback inspires me more than you realise. I thought today you might like to see some things from other craft people that inspire me!? ~~~~~ Let's begin with Jessica from Twin Fibers. She took a plain Wonky Star block and dazzled it!! I literally drooled when I saw this on the blog she shares with her friend, Jennifer. Because I make myself at least one thing just for pleasure each month, I have this near the top of the list. Jessica made hers a mini quilt, and I'm thinking I may do the same. GAWJUS!! See more pics, a step by step tutorial, and Jessica's blog post HERE. ~~~~~ Another pretty thing I'd like to make is one of these, from The Haby Goddess... I have PLENTY of old doilies, but have never thought to dye them! Visit The Haby Goddess HERE and see her step by step tutorial. (Just remembered I have a few fabric dyes packed away....mmmm....) ~~~~~ About four years ago Blossom learned to crochet, and she made me lots of teeny tiny crocheted granny squares and circles in vibrant yellows, blues and reds. I did use some as a 'window' in small soap sachets for the linen cupboard and for Lavender bags, but I never thought to use them as pin cushions like Namolio! Aren't they gorgeous!? You'll find plenty more in her Etsy Shop HERE. ~~~~~ It's been a while since I did some straight piecing. I get so caught up in stitchery designing that I lose time for some basic quilting - until now. I saw this quilt on the Blue Elephant Stitches blog... ...and noticed she had a tutorial too, so guess what is on my list as well?? I just love quilt blocks surrounded by white. You can see her tutorial HERE. ~~~~~ I have been playing with something new myself today. I love affirmations and inspirations, especially the one word kind, so thought I'd draw up some words and stitch them onto sweet little lavender scented pillows... I dug out some of my vintage buttons for a little bit of embellishment. They'll look really cute in a basket, I think. ~~~~~ Finally I want to announce the winner of the "Someday Roses" challenge! I shared this design with you earlier in the month... Apparently the pattern has been downloaded almost 700 times in the last three weeks, but only one lovely lady has sent me a photo of it on a re-purposed project, so guess who wins this book? SISBABESTITCHES used fabrics from an old shirt, skirt and other scraps to stitch 'Someday Roses' into and apron! Before... After! Congratulations SisBabeStitches! I'll be contacting you for your address and this book will be winging its way to your door. ~~~~~ I'm wondering if you need an easier Re-Purposing challenge for March? Do you have some ideas? If so please leave a comment and I'll see which one grabs my fancy. I want to mention the new Blogger 'double word' verification on comments. I hate it. Time consuming, hard on the eyes, and a nuisance for everyone. What was wrong with the single word, Blogger?? I opted for no verification to make life easier for you, but ended up making life harder for me. Hackers were leaving rude links and ads on comments as far back as 2009 - and in two days I spent a good couple of hours working my way through them and deleting them. Not nice. So I have the word verification back on. Sorry, but it just has to be. ~~~~~ Before I go let me share with you pics of my final birthday gifties from dear friends. My besty, Fee, spoiled me by printing up the first 8 issues of my Elefantz HOME Magazine (cause she knew I couldn't afford the ink), and sending me other beautiful goodies!! Michelle sent me a sweet parcel of elephant fabrics, and 'real' Shabby Chic stationary all the way from the US...I haven't stopped writing myself notes in that book since it arrived! Kathleen (Cottonreel) sent me these lovelies all the way from the UK, with a picture of her garden in May. I often dream of visiting her and Bluebell one day. And my final gift was from my dear friend, Dawn! It arrived in a huge box and I had no idea what on earth she would be sending me that big. It's a white elephant!! I have white floors and white walls so I had to put it up against the fence for the photo. This is so me! Dawn also sent another parcel the day before. That one had two of my quilt tops which she had machine quilted for me, and they are GAWJUS! I'll show some pics once I've sewn on the bindings. If you're in Australia and need a quilt top machine-quilted then visit Dawn's blog for details. She's wonderful! Thank you to all my friends - you made this a very special birthday indeed! ~~~~~ Goodness, I should have told you to make a cuppa before you started reading this blog post. It kind of got longer and longer...maybe we all need a coffee now. ;-) Have a wonderful March. First day of autumn!!! \o/\o/\o/ (excited? Who, me?) Hugs Jenny xxx
As a young child, I remember my wonderfully elegant grandmother wearing her cardigans backwards with…
Crochet artist Abinocoe makes great sculptural crochet pieces and sells patterns for them on Etsy.
Learn how to sew a handmade heating/cooling pad with fat quarters, beans, and your sewing machine.
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Get cozy and stylish this winter with these adorable knitted slipper boots. Download the free pattern and start knitting today!
In this tutorial, we show you how to add ric rac to your favorite fabrics to create beautiful reversible cloth napkins perfect for any table.
This one hour crochet pattern results in a silly goose- or duck or flamingo! This amigurumi goose and duck pattern is low sew!
How adorable is this frog knitting pattern by Claire Garland aka Dot Pebbles? Don't miss the adorable video made of him - 2 million+ views!
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!
Attaching amigurumi pieces is one of the most complicated things for beginners. In this tutorial I am showing two different ways to sew parts together.
Cheap and easy fabric crafts and quick sewing ideas with fabric scraps for home decor, DIY Christmas gifts, bags, cute accessories & stocking stuffers.
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Would you believe it’s possible to make such an adorably soft bunny rabbit out of nothing but a simple square of fabric? Neither did we, until we came
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Free crochet pattern for a small amigurumi seahorse. Make them in all the colors of the rainbow!
These sweet amigurumi dolls in the pictures below are to cute to be true! Just take a look at these projects and fall in love with these!
In her DVD, A Knitting Glossary, Elizabeth Zimmermann very rightly points out that the common…
Every home needs smart and practical solutions. These crochet home ideas will beautify your space and ease your everyday living.
The smart dancing-lady orchids are like dancing fairies.
Learn how to make amazing Paracord Keychain patterns with step-by-step instructions in the tutorials! Design wonderful keychains to hook your belts or bags!
Craft a cuddly Mini Rubber Duck with yarn using the simple pattern. An ideal, warm gift or charming decor piece with a friendly face.
The most stylish, versatile and comforting crochet shrugs patterns that you can easily craft yourself at home.
Sontag shawl history and patterns. Discover the start of the Sontag shawl and how it became popular again with today's knitters!
If you're looking for the perfect crochet socks pattern, this is it. These socks stay in place and are comfortable to wear with shoes all day long.
Something a little different today. It's not strictly a bag, but it's something everyone who sews should have in their sewing room and this one is a
Photo above © yarnmaThis crochet pattern is available as a free download... Download Pattern: Hedgehog Pincushion
Patroon bloem breien als decoratie. Bloemen breien is best apart, want de meeste patronen van een bloem zijn haakpatronen. Een bloem breien kan op diverse
These free knitting patterns are quick and easy! Make these beginner Montgomery Fingerless Mitts for a fashion-forward way to stay warm in the cold weather.
This easy knitting border is a popular project because it beautifies dresses. Watch this tutorial to learn how to make this border.
The weather can be unpredictable. It can go from a warm day to a cool evening in a matter of a couple hours! A shawl is always a nice accessory to have on hand when the temperature shifts. Here are some great FREE patterns for crochet wraps! There’s at least one in here that will […]
Crochet a sweet goose with this FREE pattern! The pattern was designed with an easy less sewing technique that helps you to finish this toy in just a few hours.
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In this blog post I am showing you a neat way to finish your amigurumi pieces. It`s a really simple trick you definitely want to use. Read more.
We bet you're all ears for these 46 cute Crochet Bunny Patterns that rabbit lovers are going to go hopping mad for! Browse through and enjoy!
Sew stuffed elephant from sock by using this ultimate sewing pattern and tutorial. Easy to sew with guide from pictures and instructions. Great as handmade gift
