The Kumihimo disk is not a new invention, but it is now more popular than it has been for years. What makes the Kumihimo disk so popular? Mostly because it is so easy to use. Braiding string can take hours. Holding on to one end while you are trying to braid the other can be…
When choosing a quilting pin, you need one which is long, strong, and sharp enough to get through all the fabric layers without causing them any damage, staying in place until you need them to move. Using the wrong pins can make the quilting process incredibly frustrating, and it can even ruin your fabric. The…
It’s that time of year again when we’re all starting to think about our crafts and hobbies. For some, they might only think about their patterns during seasonal peaks. For others like myself, it’s a year-round obsession. I suspect you might be the same, too! Knitting bags are not just a hobby essential that we…
For crafters, both professional and beginners, electric scissors are a must-have! They just make crafting so much easier, whether you use them for paper, fabric, or sewing. Spending hours on end crafting is great, but only if you have the right tools! Electric scissors can really help with cutting fabrics and other media and take…
Scrapbooking is a fun way to create a personalized gift, or record your precious memories in a truly unique, gorgeous way. It allows you to be as creative as you’d like while preserving treasured memories. With scrapbooking, you are allowed to be minimalistic or very elaborate – depending on your style, so there’s no limit…
If you are eager to explore the idea of soap making, then you would have thought about investing in a mold. Narrowing down a soap mold as per your project is not an easy task. Whether you run a homemade soap business or are just a hobbyist, you need to study the pros and cons…
There are several great reasons as to why you need to own quality markers. They would make a perfect addition to any artist’s collection. These come in really handy if you love sketching. Art markers are easy to use and are available in a multitude of colors. You get to choose from a variety of…
The fabric you choose for your cross stitch projects can have a great influence on the eventual appearance and feel of your work. Choosing the right fabric, however, can be quite a challenge, especially if you’re just getting started with needlework. Today, there are numerous types of fabric you could use for cross stitch projects…
If you are new to crocheting, you may have seen the two main types of crochet hook styles on the market and wondered which one you should choose. The two main styles of hooks used in crochet are the inline hook and tapered hook. What’s the difference between inline and tapered crochet hooks? Inline hooks…
Yarn hanks are a beautiful thing, but they are so much easier to use when you wind them up before knitting or crocheting – because you can actually use them! You might not think that sitting back and winding a cake of yarn is what you want to do with your free time, but there…