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My Knitting and Crochet Projects 2023 Round-Up

December 17, 2023December 17, 2023

Sharing a round up of all my completed 2023 knitting and crochet projects!

Today, I'm sharing a round-up of all my completed 2023 knitting and crochet projects. To be honest, with all the quilting I've been doing, I'm surprised how many garments and accessories I managed to finish! Without further ado, let's get into it. I hope these 2023 knitting and crochet projects inspire you to make something amazing in the new year! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=or-WDdcmJA0 1. Kismet Knitted Sweater The Kismet Sweater, is designed by Rachel Illsley and was knitted with my own Voolenvine Yarns. I used the colorways "Grimm", "Poe", "Laudanum", and "Weep" — all dyed on my Nouveau base. Colorwork projects are...

A Quick and Easy Holiday Gift: Thimble Blossoms’ Merry Stockings Quilting Pattern

December 9, 2023December 10, 2023

Quilted Christmas stockings with the ‘Merry Stockings’ pattern and “Reading Nook” Ruby Star Society fabric for handmade holiday magic!

When it comes to love languages, mine is gift-giving — especially the handmade kind. However, as much as I'd love to knit a sweater for every friend and their dog, time's not exactly on my side. Cue Thimble Blossoms Merry Stockings Quilting Pattern! I took a break from my current works in progress to create these fun (and incredibly quick!) Christmas stockings for knitting friends. We're having a little holiday swap this week, and I can't wait to gift these stockings to them filled, with special treats like macaroons and tea! What's great about Thimble Blossoms Merry Stockings quilting pattern...

WIP: Tula Nova EPP Quilt

December 4, 2023December 8, 2023

I’m falling in love with English Paper Piecing all over again!

Remember my post about visiting the Jane Stickle Quilt at the Bennington Museum in Vermont? It was so beautiful, that I felt inspired to make my own "Dear Jane" quilt (despite its infamous tagline "The quilt most often started, least often finished"). At the time, I thought, "Challenge accepted!" Well, after letting the idea percolate and making a practice block, I have to confess – I got cold feet. 😬 Making that practice block was a little preview of the mountain I'd have to climb — which, to be fair, isn't all that scary. Let's just say it would involve...

Learning to Crochet: Inspiring Patterns, Tools, and Resources

February 16, 2023February 17, 2023

Oops! It seems I've fallen down the crochet rabbit hole, yet again. But this time, I'm going about it a little differently. This time, I'm...

Oops! It seems I've fallen down the crochet rabbit hole, yet again. But this time, I'm going about it a little differently. This time, I'm determined to hone my crochet skills, going beyond the granny square and basic stitches. Are you also interested in becoming a more advanced crocheter? Keep reading to find out what patterns and tools I've been enjoying while learning to crochet! CROCHET: Cue New Obsession. To be honest, I'm not sure what inspired me to suddenly go all-in on crochet. All I remember is waking up one morning feeling excited and determined to ... become good...

Easy Craft Room Decor with Peel-and-Stick Wallpaper

January 11, 2023February 16, 2023

Want to give your craft room an instant refresh? Add an accent wall with Peel-and-Stick Wallpaper! Peel-and-stick wallpaper sometimes gets a bad rap. But I'm...

Want to give your craft room an instant refresh? Add an accent wall with Peel-and-Stick Wallpaper! Peel-and-stick wallpaper sometimes gets a bad rap. But I'm here to tell you with a little patience and the right tools, you can get decent, professional-looking results! Ever since we moved into our "forever home," I've had grand plans for decorating my craft room, including an accent wall featuring a William Morris print. If you don't know, I'm obsessed with all things William Morris! I'd wallpaper every room in his prints if I could, but I don't think my husband would appreciate being attacked...

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