So, apparently you can’t just slap down a piece of regular felt onto a Cricut mat and expect it to cut out shapes for you. I am disappointed. I purchased…
Category: <span>textile arts</span>
Going to embroidery from cross-stitch was a relief. I could relax a little, not having to count squares or sew precisely into a grid. Yes, it still requires care, but…
Things I’ve learned about cross-stitch: You don’t use the whole string of embroidery floss most of the time All the crosses should go in the same direction or order. It…
After looking at a bunch of patterns, I created my own variation for a knitted pumpkin. I think it’s great to have decor that you can drop on the floor…
I’m thinking about designing some felt costume masks for Etsy, which made me go looking for the sugar skull mask I made for my son years ago. That one doesn’t…
How to make bunnies that look like those marshmallow treats they sell for Easter. I’ve never been a fan of eating them, but they are colorful and cute. If you’ve…
Maybe you’ve been thinking about learning to knit, or teaching your child how to knit for a while. Well, now is a good time! Especially if you have the supplies…
I made a letter holder using a discarded book cover. I’ve done this as a craft class before, using felt. If you use felt, you only need one layer. Using…
I’ve been making a lot of felt things for my Etsy store– Pokeballs, an axolotl, and many things inspired by my love for Terry Pratchett books. I started thinking about…
At my doctor’s appointment this July, we talked about keeping my hands busy in the evening so I don’t overeat. I told her about knitting in the winter. “Why don’t…
