If there’s one thing a kitchen can never have enough of, it’s potholders. How many times have you been standing in front of a scorching-hot pan, needing to pull it off the heat, with nary a potholder to be found? Maybe it’s just me … but either way, these simple quilted potholders will protect your […]
Continue ReadingSewing Green: 25 Projects Made with Repurposed & Organic Materials by Betz White betzwhite.com I’m so excited that crafter Betz White is stopping by CRAFT today as a part of her blog tour for her new book, Sewing Green: 25 Projects Made with Repurposed & Organic Materials published by STC Craft | Melanie Falick Books. […]
Continue ReadingI was looking for a cute yet simple way to carry my yoga mat to class, but didn’t feel like making (or buying) a new bag. So I used some cute ladybug-printed canvas from Superbuzzy and my sewing machine to whip up an easy-to-make strap that works perfectly for carrying a rolled-up mat without any […]
Continue ReadingWhenever my husband’s birthday rolls around, I can count on a few things. First, he’ll definitely want to visit our favorite Japanese restaurant downtown for a rice and miso-laden feast. Second, he’ll almost certainly have a gory horror movie (or a DVD box set full of gory horror movies) on his wish list. Third, his […]
Continue ReadingIn this day and age, receiving a handwritten note is a special and all-too-rare treat. If the card itself is handmade, that’s even better! Here’s a project that uses blank note cards from the craft store and fabric scraps from your stash to create one-of-a-kind embellished greetings that are sure to perk up anyone’s day.
Continue ReadingThe crafting world seems to have come down with a major case of terrarium fever, and I’m no exception. It’s so much fun creating these verdant little worlds, and I especially like that my cats can’t get to the plants inside. I’ve been having a lot of fun making woodland-themed moss terrariums for friends, so […]
Continue ReadingSt. Patrick’s Day is next week, and if you plan on celebrating you might be looking for something to wear that’s a bit more stylish than a green plastic bowler hat or leprechaun sweater vest. CRAFT is here to help! Here’s how to whip up a unique, vintage-style headband you can customize for any holiday.
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