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…
With so many hobbies and crafts to choose from, embroidery, sewing, crochet, felting, clay DIY and more! It can be hard to know where to start or even what to choose. Embroidery is a common choice but is it the right one for you, lets talk about it. The truth is, no craft is better…
In this day and age everything and anything can be bought instantly. Handmade gifts stand out in a beautiful way. Handmade gifts are beautiful and unique and come with time, and intention which makes it priceless Many people hesitate to give handmade gifts because they worry they aren’t “good enough.”. But the truth is, simple…
Every beginner at sewing makes mistakes, infact people make mistakes learning anything, its just part of it. So we all make mistakes, lets learn why they happen and how to avoid them. Common sewing mistakes often come from small fixable habits that beginners havent learnt yet This post covers the most common sewing mistakes beginners…
When you are creative and excited you want to try everything, embroidery, sewing, crochet, felting, clay, painting, DIY and more. But choosing a craft that is above your current skill level will end in disappoint and failure and eventual it will waste time and money. In this blog post I cover how to choose a…
Sewing projects often look like they shouldn’t take long at all, but that’s just not the truth. Even a pattern that appears simple can end up taking half a day or longer, especially as a beginner. This guide breaks down how long sewing projects really take, and what exactly impacts sewing time. Why Sewing Takes…
Once you finished your crochet project, you will probably notice the edges are wavy, or rippled of flared, rather than a straight line like in the pattern picture. Do not worry, this is vert common and almost always fixable Lets talk about why crochet edges go wavy and how to fix them If you are…
Learning embroidery as a beginner can be hard and frustrating, its a common mistake that beginners choose projects that are too detailed and too advanced for their skill level. The good news is, there is a bunch of tutorials and patterns made just for beginners. so lets talk about it, embroidery projects that are perfect…
Choosing the right yarn as a crochet beginner will make a difference to the end result and how crochet goes, especially if you are a beginner. Some yarns tangle and slip more than others, that can be discouraging as a beginner. So let’s talk about the best yarn options for beginners. Why Yarn Choice Matters…
Crafting can get costly, but it doesn’t have to. There are so many cheap craft supplies out there that are worth buying. This guide covers affordable craft supplies that offer the best value for money and work for multiple crafts. his post contains affiliate links. I may earn a small commission at no extra cost…
It can be pretty devastating when you finish an embroidery pattern, ou followed the instructions correctly, you even used the exact same floss colors, only to say “Why does this looks so uneven?”. Uneven stitches are super common for beginners. So lets talk about what causes it and how to prevent it. Let’s break down…
When you are scrolling on insta and tiktok and you are deepinto the crafting reels, some of these simple crafts seem so pricey and expenisice! This is simply not true. Many crafts can be enjoyed with minimal supplies, and some of the most satisfying projects come from using what you already have. Crafting should feel…
Embroidery Hoops are the key to all embroidery projects but choosing the right one might not be straight forward. In this guide, lets talk about the different types of embroidery hoops and the different sizes. What Is an Embroidery Hoop? An embroidery hoop is a circle or oval frame made of two rings: The fabric…
Did you know there is more than one type of embroidery thread. You might have realized this when you have gone to buy embroidery floss and was flooded with types. Cotton floss, pearl cotton, stranded thread, metallic, wool… it’s a lot to take in when you’re just starting out. If you’ve ever wondered what the…
Sewing machine problems happen to everyone, not just beginners and not just to cheap machines. Tension issues, broken needles and jammed fabric are some of the most common problems most people face. The good news is that these sewing machine problems are usually minor and can be fixed at home. Usually just a minor change…
How long does embroidery really take? Let me be honest with you, it takes a long time. Probably longer than you think. You might look at a small hoop and think, “That won’t take long at all,” only to realise hours later that you’re nowhere near finished. If you’ve ever wondered how long embroidery really…
Needle Felting seems so simple, grab a needle, grab some wool… and stab? Well actually kind of but you do need the correct tool. This beginner-friendly guide explains all the essential needle felting tools, what each one does, and which ones you can skip as a beginner Here is an amazing beginner kit, that has…
Why sewing projects look homemade? Have you ever finished a sewing project only to step back and look and think, “Why does this look homemade?” You followed the pattern to the best of your ability and yet the final result doesn’t look like the finished pattern picture This has absolutely nothing to do with talent…
Crochet patterns are hard to read, and make beginners want to give up without even trying. All of the symbols, abbreviations and new terms can be hard for anyone, but once learnt its really quite simple, so lets talk about it. The truth is, most crochet patterns follow the same basic structure. Once you know…
Crochet looks so easy when you watch someone else do it, just repeating yourself over and over again, it must be hard to make a mistake right?… wrong, mistakes happen all the time in crochet and this how you fix them. If you’re just starting out, here are the most common beginner crochet mistakes and…