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If you are wondering what rib stitch is or even how to knit rib stitch, then read on…… When knitting rib stitch, you are making textured vertical stripes as you knit. To knit rib stitch you are basically knitting a variation of knit and purl stitches within the same row. The most common ribbing knit … Read more
If you are an avid scrapbooker, you will no doubt know that the most popular layouts to do are the 12 x 12 layout size, but doing some 8 x 8 scrapbook layouts is also a lot of fun. Here are some 8 x 8 scrapbook layout ideas to try out when you are feeling … Read more
Let’s discuss knitting through the ages and knitting in general. Knitting has been around for centuries, and strangely enough, in the not too distant past, more men could knit than women. In more modern times, although there are a few famous knitters who are men, this hobby is now more popular with women, as they … Read more
If you love to knit, you have probably at one stage or another considered purchasing a home knitting machine. This post does contain affiliate links, which means that if you decide to purchase something off of this page, I will get a small commission, at no extra cost to you the buyer. Owning a knitting … Read more
Let’s look at subtle tips and tricks to improve your knitting skills. In the beginning stages, you just need to practice as much as you can with easy projects, as you know the saying ‘practice makes perfect.’ There are however other things you can think about to take your knitting from good to great. Tips … Read more
If you do scrapbooking of any kind, you have probably heard that you should be using acid free paper and products for your scrapbooking. What does acid free refer to, and why is it important, if at all? What Does Acid Free Paper Actually Mean? When scrapbooking enthusiasts speak of acid free paper or even acid … Read more
Here is an idea for you. Instead of scrapbooking others all the time, take some time to do a selfie scrapbook page. This is the ideal time to take a look at your own life and reflect on what you have achieved thus far. You need to do a layout of you, not only for … Read more
It’s always so special receiving a gift where a little time and effort has gone into wrapping and presenting it. Here are some great gift wrapping ideas for you, just in time for the festive season. This article contains affiliate links, which means that the owner of this website will get commissions on qualifying purchases … Read more
Here is another facet of the Brubaker Dolls Collection – The 6-Piece Knitted Christmas Tree Hanging Dolls. This article does contain affiliate links, which means that the owner of this website will get qualifying commissions at no extra cost to the buyer. Brubaker Dolls Collection – 6 Piece Xmas Knitted Set I couldn’t resist showing … Read more
Here is a quick reference for you when you are looking for something to write in your greeting card. Everyone gets stumped now and then when it comes to short card greeting messages. Short Card Greeting Messages For All Occasions Engagements: Congratulations on a wonderful decision. Wishing you a happily ever after kind of life! … Read more
Here is a great little knitting kit that you can purchase online. It is called The Lewhoo Knitting Kit and you can knit your own patterned dish clothes. This is my Lewhoo Knitting Kit Review and why it is a great buy for knitters or even as a gift for a knitter. This article does … Read more
Here are some nifty ideas on how you can scrapbook tags within your scrapbooking layouts and make them look stunning. This article contains affiliate links, which means that the owner of this website will receive commissions from qualifying purchases, at no extra cost to the buyer. Tags have many versatile and wonderful ways in which … Read more
Here are some ideas of Beginner and Advanced Scrapbooking Techniques for you to try. Once you have been doing scrapbooking for a while, you’ll notice that when you look through your albums, you will see certain styles and techniques repeated, and it’s normally the scrapbooking techniques that you enjoy doing. We all have our favorite scrapbooking … Read more
How popular is knitting in this day and age. When I was a child we all knew how to knit, but looking at the kids of today, I don’t see any of them knitting anymore. I wanted to explore if it is still popular or is it dying out? And it seems like it isn’t … Read more