Craft & Design

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Summer Knits: Notched Hem Tank Top

Summer Knits: Notched Hem Tank Top

Knit up some breezy summer-ready style with this wonderful notched hem tank top project! Looking for a lightweight hand-knit that will look great with both comfy jeans and office-appropriate trousers? We’ve found the perfect top for you! In this notched hem tank top knitting pattern from Gina’s Stitch on The Purl Bee, fashion meets comfort, […]

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Summer Necessities: Wrap Pocket Tote with Colorful Contrast Edging

Summer Necessities: Wrap Pocket Tote with Colorful Contrast Edging

With sturdy construction, pretty contrast edging, and a colorful patterned lining, this beautiful-but-useful wrap pocket tote has all the makings of a glorious go-to summer bag! Looking for a quick late spring project that you’ll want to use all year round? Running summer errands will become an extra-stylish adventure with this surprisingly simple beginner-friendly wrap […]

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English Paper Piecing: Quilted Flower Tote

English Paper Piecing: Quilted Flower Tote

Want to try your hand at English paper piecing, but aren’t quite ready to make a full quilt? This hexie flower tote just might be the perfect project for you! I’m a huge fan of the English paper piecing quilt-making technique, which is a hand-sewing method that uses paper templates—in this case, hexagon shapes—as a […]

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Exterminate the Chill: Knit Doctor Who-Inspired Dalek Mittens

Exterminate the Chill: Knit Doctor Who-Inspired Dalek Mittens

Exterminate the cold with these to-die-for Dalek mittens.

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Garment Basics: Sew an Elastic Waistband That Will Never Twist

Garment Basics: Sew an Elastic Waistband That Will Never Twist

Cute elastic-waist skirts are one of my go-to summer wardrobe staples; I love both the comfort and the effortless style, especially in hot weather. You too? With skirt sewing season fast approaching, it’s a great time to learn how to sew an elastic waistband that won’t twist when worn or washed! Ideal for skirts, shorts, […]

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Summer Style: Cut-Off Jean Shorts with a Cute Knotted Fabric Hem

Summer Style: Cut-Off Jean Shorts with a Cute Knotted Fabric Hem

Have worn-out jeans in your closet? Or maybe your kid’s favorite pair of pants are getting a bit short? Whatever the reason, you can give old denim a fun and colorful summertime makeover by transforming those pants into a pair of super-cute cut-off jean shorts with a knotted fabric hem! All you’ll need to give […]

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Cute Crochet: Pom-Pom Edging for Blankets and Beyond

Cute Crochet: Pom-Pom Edging for Blankets and Beyond

Bring a touch of stylish fun to your next crochet project with this super-cute pom-pom edging technique! Whether you’re adding it to blankets, cushions, or even a shawl, I think you’ll agree that this crocheted pom-pom edging tutorial from Robin at Once Upon a Pink Moon is pretty darn delightful. And, while pom-pom edging certainly […]

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