-
Love Letter Crossbody (Envelope Purse) Crochet Pattern
Hello loves! It’s Amy from @curiouspapaya and I’m excited to share with you our newest pattern: the Love Letter Crossbody. I’ve always loved “kitsch bags” (I just learned recently that that was the term for it) and I knew I wanted something fun, flirty, and functional for Valentine’s Day! If you’re a bit like me, adding some cloth lining to a bag might seem daunting. But have no fear! I’ve got three words for ya: HEAT n BOND (more on this below). Let’s get started! NOTES: We will be…
-
Mini-Makes Crochet Along – Mini Ramen Bowl Pattern
The holiday cheer is in full swing with Christmas only being a couple of weeks away! We invite you to join us for our crochet-along event from December 6-21. Read the blog post HERE for all of the details including the fun prizes we will be offering for our participants. Our fifth and FINAL pattern is this MINI RAMEN BOWL! Time: ~30 min. NOTES Please do not copy/redistribute any part of this pattern as your own. This includes reposting/translating without permission. Tag your creations with #cloversquad and…
-
Mini-Makes Crochet Along – Mini Magician Bunny Crochet Pattern
The holiday cheer is in full swing with Christmas only being a couple of weeks away! We invite you to join us for our crochet-along event from December 6-21. Read the blog post HERE for all of the details including the fun prizes we will be offering for our participants. Our fourth pattern is this MINI MAGICIAN BUNNY! Time: ~1 hr. NOTES Please do not copy/redistribute any part of this pattern as your own. This includes reposting/translating without permission. Tag your creations with #cloversquad and #curiouspapaya so we can…
-
Mini-Makes Crochet Along – Mini Paint Palette Crochet Pattern
The holiday cheer is in full swing with Christmas only being a couple of weeks away! We invite you to join us for our crochet-along event from December 6-21. Read the blog post HERE for all of the details including the fun prizes we will be offering for our participants. Our third pattern is this MINI PAINT PALETTE! Time: ~1 hr. NOTES Please do not copy/redistribute any part of this pattern as your own. This includes reposting/translating without permission. Tag your creations with #cloversquad and #curiouspapaya so…
-
Mini-Makes Crochet Along – Mini Ornament Crochet Pattern
The holiday cheer is in full swing with Christmas only being a couple of weeks away! We invite you to join us for our Mini-Makes crochet-along from December 6-21. Read the blog post HERE for all of the details including the fun prizes our participants could win. Our very first pattern is this MINI ORNAMENT! Time: ~45 min. NOTES Please do not copy/redistribute any part of this pattern as your own. This includes reposting/translating without permission. Tag your creations with #cloversquad and #curiouspapaya so we can feature you!…
-
Mini Glow-in-the-Dark Ghosts! #spookyszn
BOO! It’s me, your next project 😉 These little mini ghosts use battery-operated candle tea-lights to bring more fun to your Halloween decor! (hint: scroll all the way down to see the magic happen….) -Amy (@curiouspapaya on IG) MATERIALS: Amour Crochet 2.75mm Hook C #3 Light Worsted Cotton Yarn (here, I’m using Hobbii Friends Cotton 8/8 which offers more structure than flimsy soft yarns). White A combination of any 2 contrast colors: Pastel Green Pastel Orange Lavender Coral-colored embroidery thread 6 mm x 8 mm Oval Safety Eyes Mini…
-
Sew a 3D Applique Project!
With a few smaller-scale quilts under my belt, I thought what better time than now to try out some new quilting techniques for my next project! I’ve always adored the look of applique work on handmade quilts. The more intricately detailed and unique, the better! My favorite of all, though, are those applique pieces that use 3D elements, whether it be simple accents like pom-poms and tassels, or more uncommon, like braids of yarn used as hair. Since the holiday season is in full swing, I decided to keep with…
-
Beautiful Boo
Hi everyone! It’s Cheri with Tinkinstitches, embracing the season of wood fires, orange leaves and all things pumpkin spice (you know you love it). October, itself, brings ghosts and ghouls and candy treats. But if you’re not into the scare and fear, how about a sweet cheery ghost to lighten the mood? With no wicked tricks here, you’ll find a simple project to satisfy your treat or treat goals. So let’s figure out what we need to get started! You’ll find a few Clover tools incredibly helpful in your felt/embroidery…
-
Needle Felted Tree Ornaments
-
Kanzashi Holiday Tree Centerpiece
Holiday Tree Centerpiece by Alicia Carr Materials: Large Daisy Kanzashi Art No. 8489 Small Daisy Kanzashi Art No. 8488 58 Gold Bells 6” Diameter Styrofoam Base 8” High Styrofoam Cone 2 ½” Pom-Pom Maker Art No. 3126 1 reel Mini Quick Bias Tape Art No. 730 Gold 12” Square White Felt to cover Base 1/3 yd. Green Felt to cover Tree Cone & Flower Backs 5 ½ yds Total of assorted Christmas Fabrics Quilting Pins Art No. 2508 Instructions: Step 1: Make 24 large Daisies (11 petals each) following package…
