The right knitting needles can make your knitting project go smoothly and swiftly. You can easily tackle some of the most complicated blanket patterns with a great pair of knitting needles! Good quality needles are important – but you need to choose the right size needles as well! When knitting a blanket, you have to…
There are many different costumes and outfits that call for some added sparkle from sequins. Whether you are wanting to shine up an outfit at home, or design a costume for skating, gymnastics, or dress-up, gluing sequins to an outfit is fairly easy. Sewing on each sequin one at a time can be incredibly time…
Circle skirts are beautiful, versatile skirts that rose to popularity in the 1950’s. They swirl nicely when you spin and are great for dancing. Sewing circle skirts can be a fun, yet mildly challenging craft – if you’ve never sewn your own clothes before. If you’re looking to try your hand at this challenge, you…
Want to put a little extra sparkle on your latest doll or amigurumi? No toy is complete without a cute pair of eyes! You can crochet or knit eyes, but plastic safety eyes look so much cuter! Plastic safety eyes (commonly referred to as craft eyes) are the perfect touch for making your creation come…
Ready to jump on a new sewing project? Well, in addition to the many other factors you have to consider when choosing your fabric, you also need to look for a fabric with the right drape for your project. What are some fabrics that have really good drape? Silk, chiffon, rayon, and satin fabrics are…
If you enjoy knitting, you undoubtedly spend a couple of hours at a time seated, working on some knitting project. While you may totally be enjoying the knitting process, you may begin to feel some discomfort after a while, especially if you are sitting in a poor position on a not-so-great chair. If you want…
Wished hemming could get a lot easier while designing curtains for your living room? This is when using a hemming tape could prove to be a boon. I prefer using hem tapes as they allow frequent modifications to whatever sewing project I’m working on. Those who love sewing need to invest in good quality hem…
Rhinestones are a timeless beauty. Their sparkle adds oomph to whatever apparel or craft, be it shoes, hats, bags, clothing, nails, picture frames, or handmade cards. But before you can bask in the shining glory of your bling, there’s the application process, which is not always a smooth ride for new DIYers. Rhinestones are shifty…
If you’ve ever seen a finished tapestry crochet or worked on one yourself, you’ll likely agree that the tapestry crochet technique creates really striking patterns and beautiful designs. While tapestry crochet might seem intimidating at first, it’s actually quite simple and very enjoyable. If you’re learning to tapestry crochet, you might be wondering what the…
Choosing weaving yarn may be a walkover for the experienced weaver. Unfortunately, for those just starting, it is a mind-boggling exercise. With a myriad of thread weights and material options, you’ll likely find yourself at a crossroads. We can help with that by answering a simple question. What is the best yarn for weaving? Cotton…