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Back to Basics: 5 Knitting Edges You Should Know

Though seemingly an obvious decision, your choice of edge stitch can really make your knit patterns pop. When working or designing garments or accessories, you should know your options. Read on as we examine five different types of edge techniques you should know and be familiar with in case find yourself in need of an alternative!

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5 Tools Every Hand Embroidery Newbie Should Own

As with most crafts, getting started on hand embroidery can seem daunting when you consider the huge array of available hoops, frames, needles, thread cutters … whew, you get the picture. But don’t be fooled! The list of actual hand embroidery tools is refreshingly short. We recommend these tools to get started. 1. Needles From…

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Everything You Need to Know About the Punch Needle Trend

Traditional embroidery is great, but lately everyone’s fiber radars seem to be focused on the beautiful textures created with punch needle (also called needle punching). The craft looks eerily similar to embroidery when you just see the tools, as you need embroidery floss or yarn, a hoop, fabric and scissors to start. But that extra…

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5 Awesome Kids’ Room Ideas We Can’t Wait To Try

If your little’s room could use a little tune-up, look no further. These five kids’ rooms are loaded with one-of-a-kind-ness and imagination — just like kids themselves. A Cubist Creation Photo by @happydaisy1211 When Pam’s son needed a room revamp, a life-size Rubik’s Cube was the obvious choice, since her son regularly competes in Rubik’s…

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Kids Go Wild for This Cute Crochet Fox Headband!

Help kiddos channel their inner fox with this adorable headband. Working a few long stitches over your white rows is the key to bringing the sweet face to life. Top it off with some embroidered details, and this critter’s ready to play. Sly Fox Headband Pattern Level: Easy Size: Child Pattern by Stephanie White What…

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