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Category: Projects
Free Jungle Animal Finger Puppets Crochet Pattern
Free pattern to crochet jungle animal finger puppets! Crochet an Elephant, Lion, Monkey, Frog and Wolf for the cutest playtime!
Free Wristlet Pattern: From the Archives
Free crochet pattern for a cute and functional wristlet. It's updated to include a button closure option and more functional strap options.
Free Wine Bottle Cover Crochet Pattern
A detailed, easy crochet pattern for a colorful, eco-friendly wine bottle cover, carrier or bag. The sample used multiple colors of leftover yarn to create a unique and scrappy design. The pattern, adaptable for different yarns and bottle sizes, includes a base, body and handles. The pattern includes pictures for tricky steps, making it beginner friendly. This is a fabulous last-minute gift idea.
Celtic Knot Sweater: Free Knitting Chart
Celtic knot sweater project post with free knitting chart and link to the book to make the sweater.
Free Farm Animal Crochet Finger Puppets Pattern
Free crochet finger puppets pattern for 8 farm animals.
Free Soap Saver Crochet Pattern
Fast and free crochet pattern for a soap saver/soap sack! Classic design with customizable size to fit any soap bar.
The Golden Braid
This lovely bracelet was the first craft kit I've purchased since childhood. The kit is from the YoolaDesigns store on Etsy, and you can purchase an identical kit here. The kit came with everything I needed except wire cutters. The wire was thin enough for sharp scissors though, so I would not recommend buying wire… Continue reading The Golden Braid
If I Must Wash the Dishes…
Using handmade dishcloths is not just more visually appealing, I think it really invites a mindful approach to a dreaded chore. I hope that each time I use them, these dishcloths remind me to be grateful for the meals that filled my belly and created the dirty dishes. I hope they remind me to be grateful for running water, to be grateful for a clean, healthy apartment, and to be grateful for dishwashers.