Loop Yarn Scrunchies
I recently started using loop yarn, and one of the first projects that came to mind was trying to make a scrunchie with it. This project is a little more difficult due to its small size and circular shape. I recommend practicing and getting comfortable with the loop yarn first, maybe try making a scarf!…
Beaded Heart
This beaded heart is a great pattern to use in a necklace or key chain. Supplies: 19 Round beads of one color, thin cording, and a jump ring. An embroidering needle could also be helpful. I used more oval than round beads and that affected the shape a little bit. Also, I used larger cording…
Chocolate Bark
Chocolate bark is an easy way to personalize and make a classic Valentine’s Day gift more special. All you need is chocolate and whatever you want to use to decorate it. I used sprinkles and pink candy melts. The first step is to prepare where you are going to assemble the chocolate bark on. Cover…
Heart Plush
This cute little heart plush is a great DIY Valentine’s day gift and can be customized for whoever you are giving it to. Supplies: 2 colors of felt, embroidery string, an embroidery needle, stuffing, scissors, and a pen. Optional: scrap paper, embroidery hoop, scent sachet I can not free hand a heart shape, so I…
Heart Kumihimo Bracelet
Kumihimo is a Japanese artform of making braided cords. Using a foam Kumihimo disk makes this technique easier for those new to it, and is what is used in this bracelet. The pattern of this bracelet makes a repeating heart pattern. Supplies: Two colors of cording or string, a Kumihimo disk, and a clasp (I…
Flower Bead Bracelet
Beaded bracelets are easy and fun to make and look really good. This flower bead pattern can be repeated multiple times or left as just one flower. It could also be used in other jewelry, like a necklace! Supplies: 7 beads for flower (6 of one color and 1 of another color), spacer beads (I…
Popsicle Stick Picture Frame
I love this design because its really simple and looks great. And the decoration is completely customizable. Supplies: 11 popsicle sticks, liquid glue (hot glue would work too), and stuff to decorate with (markers, paint, glitter, etc.) The first step is to place your first two popsicle sticks vertical and about 2.5 inches apart. Place…
Gingerbread Cookies
I have always loved the idea of gingerbread cookies and decorating gingerbread houses, but I am not a fan of crunchy hard cookies. These cookies are the perfect balance of soft chewy cookies, but will still hold their shape (just maybe don’t try to build a house)! The first step is to preheat the oven…
Tassel Bookmark DIY
This tassel bookmark is the perfect gift for a book lover, or just to make anytime! Supplies: 2 pieces of patterned or colored paper (a thicker paper would be better) Yarn 3.25 inch wide piece of cardboard Other: Scissors, Ruler, Pencil, Glue, Hole Punch Start by drawing a 2.25 inch by 7 inch rectangle on…
Pom-Pom Pumpkins
Pumpkins are an Autumn staple. And with Thanksgiving right around the corner, why not make an easy and quick craft. You will need: orange and green yarn, a ruler, a pair of scissors, some embroidery floss or other thin string. I also used cardboard and a pencil to make a pom-pom maker. If you have…