• Blog,  Pom-Poms & Tassels

    Pom-Pom Mobile- Tutorial

    Hey everyone, it’s Amy from curiouspapaya. There’s nothing sweeter than handmade decor for the special little one in your life! This colorful baby mobile can add the perfect touch to your nursery room. Watch this pom-pom maker speed tutorial here.   Here’s what you’ll need for this project:  ——————–——————–——————–——————–——————–——————–——- MATERIALS:  Medium worsted acrylic yarn in 4 different colors Mini Patchworks Scissors – Art. No 493/CW Jumbo darning needle  – Art. No 340 Small pom-pom maker-Art. No. 3124 Large pom-pom maker –Art No. 3126 Gold hoop Hot glue String NOTES/TIPS:  *When…

  • Blog,  DIY,  Fabric Tube Making,  Sewing

    Fabric Tube Basket -Tutorial

    Hi friends, my name is Faith Essenburg and I am back with another fun and easy project using Clover tools. I had so much fun playing with the Fabric Tube Maker last time, that I wanted to see what else I could make using this tool. These little baskets were just the thing! If you have been itching to make something that is a quick finish and also useful, grab your favorite fabrics or scraps, and let’s get started! What you’ll need: Clover Fabric Tube Maker Strips of fabric 2.5…

  • Blog,  Crochet,  DIY

    Check-Me-Out Tank- Crochet Pattern

    Hi friends, it’s Christina from Citybrightknits, and I am thrilled to be sharing another one of my crochet pattern designs with you!  This is the third pattern that Clover has kindly asked me to create for their blog, and I hope you enjoy it.     For this design, I am inspired by colorful checkered squares, which are very on-trend at the moment.  I have used lots of contrasting colors and stitches to give this top a summery feel. Cotton is one of my favorite yarns to work with because I…

  • Blog,  Crochet,  DIY

    Sunshiny Coaster- Crochet Pattern

    Hi friends! I am Elisa from Strings and Cuddles! I am here to contribute a new, simple and quick crochet pattern! This pattern is perfect for any occasion or should I say season. This home decor project is a great addition to your kitchen table! Let me introduce my newest pattern, the Sunshiny Coaster! The pattern name was taken from the name of the yarn I used to make my coaster. Since it is summertime, I thought that the name is just fantastic! But as I mentioned earlier, this project…

  • Blog,  Crochet,  Knitting & Crochet

    Summer Crochet Drawstring Purse- Crochet Pattern

    Hi everyone it’s Molly Uhl from Lou Loops Co. I created this sweet retro drawstring purse with my little girls in mind. They love toting around all of their treasures. This could absolutely be used by any adult with an adjustment to the strap length. Materials: Clover Crochet Amour Hook in size I (5.5 mm), tapestry needle as needed, scissors, a stitch marker (a scrap of yarn works), and medium weight yarn in any color(s) of your choice. Stitches: Chain (ch), single crochet (sc), half double crochet (hdc), double crochet…

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    Patchwork Pot Holders {Sewing Tutorial}

    Hello Friends!  Don’t you love this time of year?  We live on a farm in Tennessee and the grass is so green and so gorgeous right now – this is my favorite time of the year!  I’m pretty busy outside in the spring and summer and sometimes sewing and crafting has to take a back seat.  I’m always thankful for super fast and fun sewing projects like the one I’m sharing with you today.  We are going to make a potholder (or two or three!) and you’ll love how fast…

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

    The Dahlia Tote Bag – Crochet Pattern

    Hi fellow crafters! My name is Elisa from Strings and Cuddles! I am here again to share with you a new crochet pattern. I designed and crocheted this multi-purpose bag that I named The Dahlia Tote Bag. The name was suggested by a good friend and I love it! Dahlia symbolizes a new birth. Since it is springtime, plants and trees are coming to life again and that to me is a new birth! Thus, Dahlia is just the perfect name for our new pattern!     It has been…

  • Blog,  Crafts,  Embroidery

    I’ve Been Framed – Embroidery Tutorial

    Hey everyone! Cheri here from Tinkerellen (Instagram)/Tinkinstitches (Etsy) embroidery land. I’m here today to share with you a simple hack for displaying your handmade art. Whether you’ve quilted a mini patchwork block, cross stitched a whimsical holiday scene or embroidered a heartfelt saying, I have a classic way to show them all off. Ta Da! Yes, I know, simple, right? It is, and it’s going to look great. First thing you need is to either measure the piece you already have and shop for a frame OR you can go…