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Make A Punchneedle ‘Peeps Bunny’ Wallhanging!
Spring has sprung, and with it comes pastel colors, and my favorite type of marshmallow treats! Ever since I was little, I’ve loved the classic taste of a fluffy and ever-sweet peep. Eastertime is in full swing, so now is the perfect time to turn out a quick and adorable wall hanging to pay homage to the iconic shape of the peep bunny. All you need is the new punch needle and hoop, some bright yarn, and an afternoon to make this simple and fun conversation starter! Let’s get started…
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Crochet a Beaded Bracelet
I’ve been very interested in experimenting with crochet beading lately. I have been incorporating beads into my work for a few months now, and it was only a matter of time before I started pulling it into my comfort craft. Many crochet beadwork projects use small seed beads in intricate patterns. I have no doubt that I’ll graduate to those patterns one day, but larger supplies are always helpful in learning the basic concepts of a new skill, which is why I’ve created this beginner-friendly bracelet! This pattern is geared…
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Make a Chic Raffia Flower Brooch with the Hana-Ami Loom!
Though I tend to work mostly on large-scale fiber arts projects, sometimes I’m just not in the mood to work for hours at a time and see little progress. It’s in times like that where I look for a super quick and easy project to get my mind off whatever else I’m working on at the moment. After only an hour at most, I can have a whole new piece to take away and feel accomplished with! These projects, for me, are just as important as the larger ones. They…
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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…
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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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Sew A Pom-Pom Trim Pillow!
Fall is here, and as the leaves turn I always find myself wanting to change up my house to a more cozy and moody atmosphere. My first place to start is usually the couch. Something as simple as swapping out throw blankets and pillows goes a long way! With pom-pom trim being especially on-trend this year (and every year, in my opinion) I wanted to make a chic and simple pillowcase featuring it to get in the spirit of the season! Let’s get started. Supplies: Patchwork Scissors (mini)- Art. No…
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Sewing a Sunglasses Case
Summer is only a couple weeks away! As we get ever closer to fun in the sun, a little prep work is needed to make summer ’21 the best one yet! I have a feeling that most of us will want to have as much outside time as possible this year, and with that comes sun protection. Everyone knows sunscreen is a staple for your bag, but don’t forget about your shades! To help you remember to pack them, why not whip up a quick and easy case to store…
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Make A Punch Needle Embroidery Frame
Since discovering Punch Needle Embroidery, I’ve always been interested in how to utilize it in unconventional ways. Sure, you can easily create beautiful wall art with it as your medium, but I always love to incorporate my fiberarts into everyday objects around the house that hold other purposes as well. That’s where the idea of a photo frame came in! The beauty of Punch Needle Embroidery lies in it’s simplicity, it is a great dip into embroidery for the absolute beginner. When you mix it with a useful project that you…
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Sewing a Drink Coozie
Spring is back in full force! As we all anxiously await the times that we can all freely meet with friends at a backyard barbeque, there are a few necessities that we can be getting together. One that is often overlooked until the day-of is the humble drink coozie.
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French Knitter Beaded Necklace – Kids’ Crafts
Growing up, one of the first crafts I ever got my hands on was jewelry making. Pony beads and string were my go-to, making necklaces and bracelets to trade with my friends.