Amigurami Turkey Pattern
A few years ago, I found a bag of yarn at a garage sale. It was rough, tangled, and came in weird colors, but there was a lot and it was super cheap. According to the package, it’s “rug yarn,” … Continued
Glass Etching
I have had the week from hell. On Saturday night, I lost my house and car keys, and someone stole my cell phone. Sunday and Monday I was sick. Then, yesterday I went to work on a blog that … Continued
Playing With Pewter
I should really call this post “Pewter for Dummies.” This is less of a real craft or diy, and more a cataloging of my pewter experiments. I’ve always been so interested in metal smithing. I’m a silver, stainless … Continued
Butterfly Costume Made From A Sheet
When you think of supplies for last minute Halloween costume, what comes to mind? A sheet of course! You could be a ghost, wear a toga, etc. The possibilities are kind of endless. Sheets make the best basis for a … Continued
Playful Business Card Holder
I work at an art school. Picture it. It should come as no surprise that even those of us in administrative positions tend to get a little artsy when it comes to decorating our offices. Coworkers have gorgeous paintings … Continued
Spider Webs from Printer Paper
Now that it’s October, Halloween is right around the corner! I love Halloween — the costumes, the decorations, the candy… but I hate to spend a lot of money on things I’ll only use once a year. Enter this quick … Continued
Teeny Crochet Bows
Little things are my favorite. I mean physically little — like miniature. The smaller the better! Kittens? Cuter than cats! Baby shoes? Cuter than adult shoes! Those itty bitty grapes? So cute! These teeny crochet bows are no exception — … Continued
6 Great Granny Square Projects
A couple weeks ago, I shared a pattern for crocheting the classic granny square. Right now I’m working on a big granny square blanket for my husband, and hope to finish and share it with you soon! In the meantime, … Continued
Revamp Old Flip Flops to Match Everything
I know we’ve almost said goodbye to flip flop weather (at least here in Chicago, where our fall coats and sweaters started making appearances this past week), but before you throw your summer shoes in the back of your … Continued
Crochet Kitchen Towel Pattern
So if you haven’t already noticed from the granny squares and t-shirt yarn rug, I’ve been on a bit of a crochet kick lately. It’s been one of my favorite crafty things for years, but my efforts come in waves, … Continued