Now more than ever I feel like people are looking for homemade Christmas gifts that are both fun and easy to make and that people will enjoy receiving. So here are some of my ideas for unique homemade gifts you can make for most everyone on your list. Homemade Christmas Ornaments For people who like […]
Embroidered Christmas Ornament
This embroidered Christmas ornament is quick and easy to make with the help of an iron on embroidery transfer. You can find all sorts of images to use in a project like this, or you can draw your own. Materials I stitched my embroidered Christmas ornament on a piece of an old sheet. Cotton fabric […]
Crochet Santa Pillow Pattern
This crochet Santa pillow amuses me so much. It had a kind of strange inspiration but came together exactly how I imagined, and I had just the right amount of yarn to make it happen. I love crafty serendipity! Santa Hat Pillow Inspiration I was walking around the dollar store the other day looking for […]
How to Use Iron on Embroidery Patterns
There are lots of ways to transfer patterns to fabric so you can embroidery them, but once you know how to use iron on embroidery patterns, you may find this becomes your favorite method. What Are Iron On Embroidery Patterns? Iron on embroidery patterns are designs that look like ink drawings, but when you apply […]
Knit Christmas Ornaments
Knit Christmas ornaments are a great addition to your tree. They’re generally quick and easy to make, and it’s fun to have things you made on your holiday tree. If you’re also a crocheter, be sure to check out my posts on crochet Christmas ornaments and crochet Christmas decorations for more handcrafted ideas. Christmas Ball […]
How to Remove Sleeves from a Dress or Other Garment
I don’t know if this is something that a lot of people need to know how to do but I guess it’s nice to know it’s possible, so let’s talk about how to remove sleeves from a dress (or another piece of clothing). The teen has a dance coming up as I write this, and […]
Fingerless Gloves Knitted Pattern for Beginners
This fingerless gloves knitted pattern is easy enough for almost brand new knitters to make. If you know how to knit and purl, cast on and bind off, you know everything you need to knit them. Worked flat in one piece, they are folded in half and seamed up the side (also totally doable for […]