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This crochet book grabbed my attention right off with the statement “Spa-like tranquility can be yours in your own home with these 16 luxurious projects!” Yes, I want to rest in the lap of luxury! Pamper Yourself invites us to create a relaxation paradise. This crochet book has a pattern for a headband, a floral […]
Several decades ago, my Home Ec class made a memory quilt for our teacher. We each made a section for the quilt and signed our name, thus making a precious memento of our year together with a beloved teacher. Signed by Friends Quilt Book offers several designs for memory quilts. This would […]
The beach scene in this cross stitch picture beckons us to rest, relax and rejuvenate. The quote in this Joy of Living picture simply states, “I feel your wet shifting sand – Taste your sweet salty air… And I am renewed again … With the Joy of Living.” This is a picture […]
There are dozens of craft supply organizers available today. However, decades ago, when I needed one, they were not as readily available. Even today, I would choose the main one I use over every other organizer on the market. It was not made to be a craft supplies organizer, but it works beautifully as one, […]
Crocheting is a beautiful craft and art. It can truly be a tremendous stress reliever. I tend to pick up my crochet hook when I need a break from the hectic world, but I also want to be doing something with my hands. It can be quite therapeutic. Crocheters like to collect crochet patterns and […]
Whether you sew, cross stitch, embroider, or enjoy any stitching, a seam ripper is an essential tool. I own several seam rippers, but I have a favorite. My husband gave me a wood handle seam ripper for our anniversary last year. I love this elegant accessory! The wood handle is pretty enough to display in […]
A Lovely Gift as well as a Beautiful Scented Ornament Glass ornaments filled with bath salts are really easy ornaments to make for Christmas. Since I am always looking for a quick and easy craft or gift idea, I know others must be searching too. This is really so easy that you will laugh, but […]
For many of us, the first craft we ever created was a potholder made on a potholder loom. The small potholder loom kits for kids are really neat and the potholders make wonderful gifts for children to give. As a child, I enjoyed this craft greatly, mostly because I loved making useful gifts. But here’s […]
My sewing basket is one of my personal favorite sewing accessories. Sewing baskets provide a place for the sewing notions you need every time you sew. Since most of them come with a handle, they are easy to carry from place to place, or from one work area to another. They are the perfect storage […]
I’ll be the first to admit, I can’t draw or paint anything without a guide, stencil or template like the ones in the Petite & Pretty Keepsake decorative painting book. Over the years, I have decorated lots of items, including the walls in our home, with the aid of stencils. But, truthfully, I am not […]
