From whimsical yarn havens to treasure troves of buttons and trims, and even a bookshop dedicated solely to crafting, Melbourne has some hidden retail gems that cater to a diverse…
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Stylish Crochet Market Bag: Raffia-Inspired Tote Pattern with Bernat Suede-ish Yarn
Crochet Raffia bags are all the rage at the moment. Some of the hottest designers including Prada, Miu Miu and YSL are sending handmade crochet tote bags down the runway…
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Bring Back the Nostalgic Charm of the ’50s with this Retro-Style Round Pillow Knitting Pattern!
This retro-style round throw pillow with cute pom poms and fluffy fringe trim is sure to add some vintage charm to any room. The knitting pattern is super simple, so…
Time to get crafting! Here are 20 easy last minute DIY gifts that you can whip up before Christmas. With Christmas is just a few days away, there’s no need…
Brighten up your bathroom with this colourful checkered crochet bath mat. The pattern works up quickly with bulky cotton yarns and an easy to follow tapestry crochet pattern. I’ve jumped…
Update a plain denim jacket with a crochet fur collar that can be easily made in less than an hour. Custom made to suit any jacket with no special crochet…
A great collection of Granny Square Cardigan Patterns available for instant download so you can get crocheting straight away It’s true that in fashion, everything comes back into style eventually,…
Use a chunky self-striping yarn to make this colorful Mitered Square Blanket. It’s super quick to knit up, and the pattern can be adapted to make any size blanket you…
They say “You should never judge a book by its cover” – Never a truer word has been said when it comes to my latest craft book review – Keiko…
Try these Free Tunisian Crochet Patterns especially for beginners. All of these crochet patterns are super easy as they are a simple variation on a rectangle or a square. Are…