Meet Scrappy! He’s a curious little kitty with a giant tilted head and stitches all over who likes to sit in his chair and stare at me while I work. He is my Husband’s spirit animal. The original pattern comes from Wee Wonderfuls by Hillary Lang and is called the Pointy Kitty Pattern. Continue reading Scrappy Kitty Sewing Pattern
Whether you are a crochet or knit beginner or a yarn aficionado, it’s always fun to learn new things about the most important supply in your stash. One of the best kinds of yarns to use (in my opinion) is wool, so here are some stats and facts about where wool around the world comes from, as well as some tips on the different types!
This very helpful infographic about wool comes to us courtesy of Tom Melby, owner and director of animal shearing equipment company Clippers Ireland. Thank you so much for sharing!
I’m currently working on two additions to my crocheted amigurumi fruit bowl: a smiley orange and a happy pear. Stay tuned for both those patterns!
What is your favorite kind of yarn to use?
Happy Monday! Last week, I shared a to-die-for homemade cherry pie filling recipe. Later this week, I’ll talk about the tarts that I used the filling in. In keeping with my cherry theme, today’s post is a crochet pattern to make the cutest Amigurumi cherries you ever did see! Maybe I’ll have to do some cherry nail art this week too, to round off my week of cherries! Continue reading Amigurumi Cherries Pattern
My Etsy Picks: Patriotic
Next weekend is the Fourth of July! It’s one of my favorite days because we host an annual picnic on the banks of the river (7 years going strong!) and we sit, and eat, and drink, and hang out with friends until the fireworks go off over the Art Museum. It’s always an awesome day! These are some wonderful Etsy items that help bring out the patriotic side of me! Continue reading My Etsy Picks: Patriotic
10 Sewing Tips You Should Try
I’m always looking for tips and tricks to make sewing projects easier. These 10 sewing hacks are so cool! Some I’ve already used and some I am really excited to try out. Maybe you will have luck with them too! Continue reading 10 Sewing Tips You Should Try
Project: 5 Minute No Sew Apron From Jeans!!
I have been waiting to try this project out for quite some time now! I knew as soon as the nice weather came around that I would want to pot plants on our front and back patios, and I thought a cute gardening apron would make a great Spring post. I have also found myself using it indoors while I’m crafting, so you have lots of uses for this genius upcycled item! If you have five minutes and a pair of old jeans that you were just about to get rid of, try this out- you have nothing to lose! Continue reading 5 Minute No Sew Apron From Jeans
