Those pretty Mollie Flowers that were crocheted a while back finally have a home, and what a home it is. This sweet little clutch is the finished project they were always destined for, inspired by the Pouf Purse design by April Garwood, featured in an issue of Crochet Today! The pattern has a wonderfully feminine […]
DIY Felt Heart Socks for Cozy Winter Feet
When the cold really rolls in and temperatures take a nosedive, warm feet go from a luxury to an absolute necessity. And why not make them adorable while you’re at it? These little felt heart socks are the perfect cold-weather project. Quick to make, sweet to look at, and your feet will be oh so […]
Neon Edged Boxes
Previously, the DIY Painted Storage Box Tutorial went up, inspired by a gorgeous project over at Centsational Girl. As promised, here is the second version: a bold, vibrant neon take on the same technique. The inspiration for this colorful spin came from a pin spotted on Pinterest that was simply too good to pass up. […]
Cozy Mitten Garland
This one had a few eagle-eyed Instagram followers asking questions before it was even finished. The inspiration came from an adorable mini mitten garland spotted at Anthropologie, and the goal was to recreate that same charm on a larger, more impactful scale. The result is exactly the kind of cozy, handmade holiday decoration that makes […]
DIY: Sequin Sparkles Ornaments
There is something deeply satisfying about a Christmas ornament that catches the light from every angle and throws it back across the room in a dozen different directions. These sequin covered baubles do exactly that, and they were inspired by a beautiful version spotted over at Bored and Crafty. Jewel tones were the obvious choice […]
DIY: Topsy Turvy Ponytail
Consider this a fond nod to a decade that knew how to have fun with hair. The topsy turvy ponytail is a classic from the 1980s that has aged remarkably well, and wearing it off to one side brings it firmly into the present. The side placement also opens up the perfect opportunity to add […]
Sew-Along: Journal Cover with Darling Adventures
Plain composition notebooks are one of those reliable, inexpensive staples that never really go away. The problem is that they look exactly like what they are: cheap and utilitarian. The solution, it turns out, is a removable fabric cover that transforms a basic notebook into something worth carrying around, without the cost of buying fancy […]
DIY: How to Crochet Daisies
Daisies have a cheerfulness to them that is hard to match in the flower world, and crocheted daisies carry that same energy in yarn form. This pattern was created specifically to build up a supply of flowers for an exciting upcoming project, but the daisies are charming enough to stand entirely on their own as […]
DIY: Big Dreamcatcher
Big dreams deserve a big dreamcatcher. Sometimes a small one just does not cut it, and this oversized version is the perfect solution for anyone ready to think on a grander scale. What You Will Need A large embroidery hoop Yarn (Lion Brand Hometown USA in Houston Cream was used here) A supersized doily (crocheted […]
Crochet Tree Ornament Exchange (with a cute crochet pattern)!
Miniature crocheted Christmas trees make for the kind of handmade ornament that people actually want to receive. They are small enough to work up quickly, charming enough to stand out on any tree and personal in a way that nothing store bought ever quite manages. This pattern produces a spiral that naturally coils into a […]