by redfive | Jul 24, 2017 | REVIEWS
I was aware (from my grandma) that crewel work is a type of embroidery, but I learned from New Crewel that the definition of crewel is the use of wool thread to create any embroidery stitch on linen fabric. Apparently, it originated in 17th Century England with the...
by redfive | Jul 21, 2017 | REVIEWS
This is a unique coloring experience, printed on thick paper intended for watercolors. The patterns on each page run through a range of modern and ancient designs, each rooted in a standard design, yet rendered with an interpretive twist on each. They’re quite...
by redfive | Jul 20, 2017 | REVIEWS
If you’ve ever seen the amount of hair that comes off your cat when you brush it, especially in the spring, you’ve probably wondered if there’s anything useful to do with it. In Crafting with Cat Hair, author Kaori Tsutaya (translated by Any...
by redfive | Jul 19, 2017 | REVIEWS
Fleece Hat Friends has completely adorable ideas and my kids immediately chose their favorite for me to make for them. The awesome thing about the designs is they are all based on one “basic” hat to which elements are added to, in order to create the...
by redfive | Jul 18, 2017 | REVIEWS
Making your own wreath is easier than you may have thought! Check out how to create this gorgeous fragrant wreath from Houzz.
by redfive | Jul 17, 2017 | REVIEWS
I recently read a quote from C.S. Lewis where he said, “Some day you will be old enough to start reading fairy tales again.” I think there is lot of truths and insights in fairy tales and in Fairy Tale Knits, six familiar fairy tales are brought to life...
