• Blog,  Crafts,  Sewing & Quilting

    Autumn Leaves Canvas – Cross Stitch Pattern

    Can you believe fall is right around the corner?! Hey Clover Family, it’s Danielle from sprinklesofzeal, and I’m back with a cross-stitch blog that’s all about the fall. This tutorial is great for beginners that want to become comfortable with stitching text and color changes. If you love fall foliage, then you’re going to enjoy stitching this peaceful pattern. Alright, let’s gather our supplies. Supplies: DMC Embroidery Floss 938, 434,301, 436, 3863 Ruler Clover Gold Eye Tapestry Needle (No.24) Art No. 238/24 Clover Bordeaux 130 Shears Art No.4940 Clover Air…

  • Blog,  Crafts,  Felting

    Do’s and Don’ts: Needle Felting for Beginners

    Hello everyone! Elizabeth here, and I am the DIY and Craft blogger behind Country Peony. Today I am so excited to be back on Clover’s blog to discuss a really fun topic: Needle Felting. One of my favorite parts of my job as a DIY and Craft blogger is when I get to try new techniques and products. Honestly, I have always wanted to try needle felting, but was intimidated by the process. So, last Fall I tried Clover’s Needle Felting Tools and I was hooked. Much like Clover’s other tools,…

  • Crafts,  General,  Sewing/Quilting

    No-Hassle Triangle Gauge

    No Hassles Triangle Gauge with instructor Steve Butler What is it? – We’ve all been there, right? We’re in our favorite quilt shop and as usual, we see some amazing quilts. Flying Geese, Drunkard’s Path, School House, Log Cabin, Dresden Plate, Double Wedding Ring, Bear Paw, Half Square, Mariner’s Compass, it goes on and on. Talk about inspiration! Or maybe you’ve envisioned something original. In either case we’ve been bitten by the creative bug. An hour later we’re on the way home with the most gorgeous fabric that was ever made. Within minutes of arriving we’ve cleaned off…

  • Blog,  Crafts

    DIY Raffia Flower Tote Bag

    Howdy, from Texas! Elizabeth here, and I am the DIY and Craft blogger behind Country Peony. One of my favorite things about crafting is how it allows you to embellish and personalize your items. And, I love adding embellishments to tote bags. Especially this time of the year, I love keeping a tote bag within reach to house all of my children’s extra items and my own. Bonus points if it is cute and personalized. Today, I am so excited to showcase a very simple update to a tote bag…

  • Blog,  Crafts

    Fringe Picture Frame

    Picture frames are one of the greatest ways to show off your family memories. I love how they help to keep our memories alive as the years roll past.  Hey Clover Family, it’s Danielle from sprinklesofzeal and today I want to share how to create a fringe picture frame. This project will help you bring some fun and color to any room in your home, especially the kid’s room. Alright, let’s gather the supplies! Supplies: Clover “Quick Cut” Thread Cutter Art No. 7490 Clover Bordeaux Ultimate Shears 200 Art No.…

  • Blog,  Crafts,  Felting

    Wool Butterfly Wall Art

    Hey Clover Family, it’s Danielle the artist and designer behind sprinklesofzeal and today I will be showing you how to create some wool butterflies that can be added to your wall.  If you love colorful home decor and butterflies, you’re absolutely going to love this blog. Alright, let’s gather the supplies! Supplies: Needle Felting Tool Art No. 8900 Pen Style Needle Felting Tool Art No. 8901 Needle Felting Brush Mat (S) Art No. 8910 Claw and Mat Cleaner Art No. 8919 Natural Wool Roving Art No. 7929 (Gold) Natural Wool Roving Art…

  • Blog,  Crafts,  Pom-Poms & Tassels

    DIY Pom-Pom Daisy Rug

    Hello from Texas! Elizabeth here, and I am the DIY and Craft blogger behind Country Peony. Today I am excited to share another fun pom-pom project with you. Pom-poms are such a wonderful embellishment that helps to bring a little extra cheer and whimsy into your life. I love adding them to my craft projects, and also more permanent home décor items like today’s project. Today I want to show you how to create a pom-pom rug that would be the perfect addition to your bathroom, laundry room, or next…

  • Crafts,  General,  Knitting/Crochet,  Sewing/Quilting,  Tool School Extra Credit

    Extra Credit: Snag Repair Needles

    Snag Repair Needles By the Shibaguyz It’s happened to us all… you’re pulling your favorite sweater down from the closet and oops, it catches on a spot on the shelf—SNAG! Or maybe you’re the outdoorsy type and tend to walk a little too close to brambles or blackberry bushes—SNAG! Perhaps you’re like us… just walking through the house and somehow your handmade sweater (crocheted from 7 skeins of $30.00 a skein silk blend in a one-of-a-kind dye lot that you totally adore) magically gets a—SNAG! GAH!! You totally have to…

  • Blog,  Crochet,  Knitting & Crochet,  Pom-Poms & Tassels

    Smiling Rainbow Softie

    Hello! This is Marie from Underground Crafter. I’m so excited to share my crochet pattern for the Smiling Rainbow Softie today. This is a beginner-friendly project using many of my favorite Clover tools, and I’ve linked up several helpful tutorials to guide you through making your own version. Rainbows are such a wonder and they bring so many fun colors together! I added pom pom “clouds” to my version since we only get to see rainbows after the rain! Finished Size Approximately 9” (23 cm) wide (diameter) x 4.5” (11.5…