If you are learning hand embroidery, I’m sure this thought has crossed your mind at least once, “Wait… is this stitch too long?” Stitch length is one of those details that can completely change how your embroidery looks and how well it holds up over time. The Short Answer Most embroidery stitches should stay under…
Sometimes there are days when you are so tired and exhausted but still want to create something whether it’s to feel like you have accomplished something or a form of wind down and relaxation, not all crafts are good to do when tired. Let’s talk about it Here are my favourite crafts for when you’re…
Choosing the right fabric for hand embroidery can make the difference in your work. If you’ve ever struggled with puckering, uneven stitches, or fabric that just won’t behave and keeps slipping in the hoop, it’s most likely due to the fabric and not you. In this guide, I will tell you the best fabrics for…
If you are looking for a simple craft that is fun to make and helpful for stress, these DIY worry stones are the perfect project, easily customizable to fit any needs. These little clay stones are called worry stones because they can help calm anxiety, and ease stress. To use a worry stone, simply rub…
Are you new to upcycling and want some easy upcycling ideas for beginners to try. Then this list is for you and should surely spark some creativity. So lets talk about it. these are simple upcycling crafts that are bound to get you started 1. Turn Old Jars into Home Decor Don’t throw away glass…
These are simple crochet projects that can be started and finished in just 1 afternoon, making it ideal for beginners that are learning crochet and need simple and quick projects to work on. These simple crochet projects make great handmade gifts too. For all these projects, I have linked tutorials that are beginner friendly, so…
Lets learn how to make DIY toilet roll seedling pots, they are a Simple, Eco-Friendly Way to Start Your Garden! If you’re looking for an easy, budget-friendly, and sustainable gardening project, these DIY toilet roll seedling pots are perfect. They’re biodegradable, quick and easy to make and a great way to reuse something you’d normally…
If you are a beginner in needle felting you will be surprised to learn that there are different types of wool for needle felting. These wools look similar but have different price points and behave differently. So let’s break it down and go through the main types of wool you will probably come across as…
After trips to the psych ward, different medications, 100s of doctors appointments and many councilling sessions there is one thing that stands by me time and time again, and that is crafting. While through mania my creativity seems like a lie and through depression creativity seems like a chore. Creativity and creating is something I…
Some days you just want to sew but don’t want to do a large project that takes all day or even multiple days. So I have compiled a list of sewing projects that can be finished in one afternoon! No more half finished sewing projects – I’m very guilty of this. Let’s get on with…
As a beginner the fabric you choose for your projects will make a big difference in your process of learning to sew. It’s important to always choose the correct fabric for the project. Choosing and sewing with a difficult fabric as a beginner will make you want to quit sewing for good! So let’s make…
With some crafts you just loose motivation half way and the craft project gets left half done! So I thought I would share some crafts that can be completed (from start to finish) in one evening! These crafts are perfect for the crafters that loose interest in things half way… I am guilty of that!…
You don’t have to have started a craft hobby in your childhood to be able to do it. Whilst some crafts are definitely easier if you have a knack for crafting there is a lot of crafts out there that are beginner friendly. Crafting is a great creative outlet, an awesome side hobby and if…
How to Finish the Back of an Embroidery Hoop Neatly Finishing the back of the embroidery hoop is the last step in an embroidery project. It’s often a step people avoid or ignore as they don’t know what or how to do it. So let’s break it down simply. Here are some more embroidery based…
Sewing doesn’t have to be pricey, you don’t need the most expensive patterns, along with the most expensive fabric. In fact most projects can be made from fabric scraps and tutorials are readily available online free of cost. I have curated a small 17 point list of free sewing projects along with their tutorials. 17…
Needle felting is a great craft to learn, it doesn’t need much equipment. While starting can be over whelming, once you have the hang of it, most projects are a breeze. To help beginners I thought I would make a list on 10 beginner needle felting projects. I have linked tutorials to help you for…
If you are a crafter you probably have wondered if you could make money from your craft, The answer is most likely yes… but some crafts tend to sell better than others and that’s okay. Crafts are easy to adapt to. So let’s talk about what crafts tend to sell well online, at markets and…
If you love crafting but are short on space like me, you know that supplies pile up quickly, and your creative craft space ends up feeling more stressful than creative. What is good is that you dont need an entire room dedicsted to crafting and that there is alctaully smart storage solutions that can store…
There is more to crochet hooks than most know. Crochet hooks are more complex than they seem. There are different sizes, different types and different handles, wow what to choose?! If you’re new to crochet (or feeling confused by hook options), this guide will walk you through crochet hooks explained simply, so you can choose…
Needle felting is one of my favorite crafts, but oh my I always have a box of plasters handy. If you have ever accidently stabbed your finger while felting, you know how much it hurts and how off putting it can be. The good news is, needle felting has special safety equipment and things you…