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Sew a Drop Shoulder Cardigan from a Blanket!
Each culture has objects that become unanimous with it. Growing up, I was always surrounded by many items I believe would fall into the “Mexicana” category. Whether it was foods like my favorite empanadas or art like Talavera tiles, these things were ever-present. One such item that always seemed to be everywhere I turned was the humble Falsa Blanket. These blankets are traditional Mexican woven blankets that are often made of recycled cotton and acrylics. Like many Mexican families, we have a handful of these blankets laying around. With the…
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Christmas Gift Bag Sewing Tutorial
Hello Friends! Are you ready to do some super fun Christmas gift sewing? I’ve got such a great tutorial for you today on how to sew a very quick draw string bag that can be used as a gift bag for those perfect little treasures! The bag itself is a great gift! These are so easy to sew that you can honestly make one in less than 30 minutes, especially if you make them in an assembly line! Even if you are a beginner sewist, you can make these bags!…
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Knit Santa Hat Pattern
It’s the most wonderful time of the year and what better way to show your holiday cheer than with a knit Santa Hat! This time of year can get stressful and it’s no secret that lots of people wait until the last minute to start working on their handmade gifts (like me)… Since it’s getting into crunch time for gifts and market prep for my makers, I made up this easy knit pattern to help you tackle your gift list and get everyone into the holiday spirit. It’s a…
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The Perfect Layering Piece
The perfect layering piece. It is the quest we are all on from the time we experience that first chill from overly exuberant air conditioner use or that first wave of unwanted heat that hits us while we are innocently going about our daily lives. Since that day, we have been searching for something that we can put on over a light undergarment like a chemise or a longline bra or even a light tank that will provide just a little protection against the office AC or that can help…
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Hand Embroidered “Give Thanks” Kitchen Towel
Hey Clover Family, it’s Danielle from sprinklesofzeal and I want to start off by saying happy holidays. As we approach another Thanksgiving, I hope that you are able to reflect on the good times and appreciate every moment with your loved ones. This week, I’m excited to share this lovely Give Thanks embroidery pattern with you. The stitches aren’t too complicated and the pattern can be completed in under an hour. Alright, are you ready to start stitching? Let’s Go! Here are the materials that you’ll need for this project:…
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Twirl and Swirl Beanie Crochet Pattern
Hello fellow crafters! My name is Elisa from Strings and Cuddles. It’s been quite a while since I shared with you my design. Guess what? Exciting things happened and one of which is that I gave birth to my second baby girl! I am so excited to be back again! Cold weather is here! This means it is time to make something cozy and comfy! So today, I would like to share my latest beanie crochet pattern, the Twirl and Swirl Beanie! This pattern features fun and simple stitches that…
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Crochet Mini Turkey Pattern
Hi! I loved making this chubby little turkey – talk about a butterball! I started out giving him expressive eyebrows but ended up removing them because I think he was cuter without. I’m excited to have him out for my little nieces and nephews to play with when we are together for the holidays! Supplies: Yarn in: Brown, Caramel, Orange(extra orange yarn or orange felt for beak), Red Safety eyes Quick Locking Stitch Markers (Small) – Art. No 3030 Amour Crochet Hook C (2.75mm) – Art. No 1041/C Optional – glue Body of turkey …
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DIY Personalized, Embroidered Napkins for Thanksgiving
Hello everyone! Elizabeth here, and I am the DIY and Craft blogger behind Country Peony. Thanksgiving is all about bringing loved ones together, and today I am so excited to partner with Clover to showcase a really sweet way to honor your guests with personalized napkins for your Thanksgiving table. Today we are creating a custom embroidery napkin using Clover’s amazing Embroidery Stitching Tool. Clover’s Embroidery Stitching Tool, also known as Punch Needle Embroidery Tool, allows you to easily create punch needle embroidery. Punch needle embroidery is when a special…
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Northern Braided Cowl
Hello, I’m April from OTH Crochet Nook. As much as I don’t like the cold, I love making warm and cozy handmade items all Winter long. I rarely use lace weight yarn, but I couldn’t resist using it combined with a neutral worsted weight. It gave this cowl so much texture. Have fun with your colour choices! Abbreviations (U.S. Crochet terms) ch- chain sk- skip a stitch st- stitch sc- single crochet dc- double crochet ps- puff stitch Materials Amour Crochet Hook H (5.0mm) – Art. No 1047/H…
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Pumpkin Pie Slice Crochet Pattern
This pumpkin pie slice is another great scrap yarn project, and is a unique addition to a child’s play kitchen or Fall decor! Materials: Soft Touch Crochet Hook G (4mm) – Art. No 1007/G Soft Touch Crochet Hook I (5.5mm) – Art. No 1009/I Darning Needle Set – Art. No 339 Scissors Poly fiber fill Medium weight yarn. I am using I Love This Yarn, in Taupe, Burnt Pumpkin, and White. Stitches and Abbreviations: Chain (ch), single crochet (sc), half double crochet (hdc), double crochet (dc), & slip stitch (ss),…