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Do you decoupage or do you even know what decoupage is? I couldn’t leave this website without at least one article about the art of decoupage, as it is a craft I have dabbled in from time to time, and it is a lot of fun to do. The only part of decoupage I don’t … Read more
If you are not sure how to start or even go about loom knitting, here are some easy loom knitting instructions and tips for you on video. Loom knitting is fun and easy, and best of all loom knitting is a lot faster than conventional hand knitting with needles! You can make many wonderful things … Read more
Loom knitting video’s are really very useful when you are learning to do this sort of knitting, and luckily there are so many available on the internet that you can start off with. By following these video’s you will be knitting like a pro on your own loom very soon. Loom Knitting is very simple … Read more
Here is a selection of wonderful loom knitting books that you will love and they are so easy to order online at the best prices from Amazon. If you do decide to buy one of these books, I will get a small commission from Amazon at no extra cost to you. Maybe you haven’t yet … Read more
If you are just starting out on your knitting journey, then you will most probably be looking online for some easy knitting patterns beginners can use. There are many sources of knitting patterns beginners can use online, but sometimes it is better to have a book that you can open anytime and make a pattern … Read more
In this post I am going to look at basket weave crochet stitch and also follow with a video with basket weave crochet stitch instructions. This crochet technique is more advanced so I recommend you master your basic crochet technique and stitches like the double and treble stitches going first before you attempt this one. … Read more
Let’s take a look and see how sewing history and sewing as an art has evolved over the century’s. As you know I love my crafts, and although I am not great at sewing, it is something I like to dabble with. I don’t really enjoy sewing clothes, but love to quilt and make toys … Read more
Here is some knitting help that you may find useful from time to time. I have tried to source the most common knitting mistakes that I make and my friends make and put together an article entitled Knitting Help. Knitting Help on 4 of the most Common Knitting Mistakes Problem 1: How Do I Stop … Read more
If you are an avid knitter, then you will be looking for the best circular knitting needles that you can get. At some stage or another, you are going to need them. Circular knitting needles are fun to work with. They allow you to make many things, including sweaters, socks, hats and bags, all without … Read more
If you knit clothing, it is great to know exactly how to sew an invisible seam for when you sew your parts together, so that your finished piece looks professional. Another name for this is Mattress Stritch. Here is one way of how to sew an invisible seam. This will give your garment a neater finish, especially … Read more