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An old-school craft blog since 2022.
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Procrastination Proof Crafts: Minimalist Papercraft Trees
Part three of the Holiday Craft Summer Series, looks back at one of the simplest and cheapest Christmas DIYs I’ve ever made – and comes with a bonus free template!
Procrastination Proof Crafts: Candy Cane Ornament Upcycle
Part two of the Holiday Craft Summer Series, exploring my handmade holiday décor. This week we focus on one of the easiest, but most aesthetically satisfying DIY ornaments I ever made.
Upcycling an Unloved T-Shirt Into a Running Tank (No Sew Method)
Don’t throw out that T-shirt you hate wearing, use it to dupe a top you like!
Emergency Stitch Markers for Knit and Crochet
If you’re crafting while traveling or just don’t have enough stitch markers for the project you’re working on, try these backups!
Mending Lab: Testing out Sashiko Embroidery, Part 2
Trying curved lines, finishing my first project, and the things that have surprised me about sashiko thus far.
Mending Lab: Testing out Sashiko Embroidery, Part 1
My first attempts at sashiko, including three methods for transferring designs if you don’t have fancy transfer paper.
Stash Busting DIYs: Upcycling a Fitted Bedsheet into Pajamas
You don’t have to rip out all the seams, I promise.