This is a drawstring crochet straw beach bag I designed and made with raffia yarn recently. The crochet raffia yarn is thin and flat plastic-like strips, softer than jute and hemp twine. It is easy to crochet, and the result is surprisingly soft and gentle to touch. This shoulder beach bag is made by a double...
I was fascinated by sewing a plush toy after having great pleasure in making a turtle pincushion sewing kit, piggy pillow, and tiger softies. To keep the momentum going and try out other free patterns, I searched around and found this little puppy plush toy in Woman's Day (Get the free puppy pattern & instructions...
Let's dressed-up your note book and personalized it to your taste with a new cover!!!! Sew a notebook cover of your own by using this note book cover sewing pattern. I made my own note book cover after buying a cheap notebook from the stationery shop! Why spend more on the cover that I will...
Where has the time gone? I can't believe that July is ending..... Actually, I completed this knitted vest for my son in May but am only able to post it now... vest knitting pattern writing is time-consuming. I used circular needles all the way for this knitted vest pattern. Firstly, I can save up a...
This is the trifold wallet I sewed by using the flower applique couching that I embroidered earlier on. You can get the pattern and tutorial of the embroidery work from the link. Designing and sewing this triFold wallet only took me a night to complete (with the embroidery face ready), but being a novice in Illustrator,...
I've been fascinated with the couching stitch in embroidery lately, so I created this Couching Flower Applique embroidery to give it a try. All I can say that this stitch is super easy to sew and the laid work across the edge of the Couching Flower Applique is awesome. Just look at my first try...
I fell in love with this "Love In The Afternoon" sundress from Twinkle when I saw it featured in Threads Magazine 2 months ago. A cocoon shape (with a narrowing bottom hem) with an origami-inspired shoulder strap and the zig-zag topstitching on the bust band are those features that caught my eye... moreover, it is...
Be it a pair of boxer shorts or a pair of sports shorts... it is a perfect gift to celebrate Father's Day this summer! I sewed this pair of boxer shorts for my hubby. It is from a pattern I copied from his old favorite sports shorts with some modifications on the front pockets. The...
Isn't this beautiful??? Learn how to crochet a hat with colorful YoYo puffs. Together with a wide brim, it makes a perfect sun hat for spring and summer. Simply love its cuteness and I am sure every little girl deserves to have one in their lifetime. Recently, I have done 2 halter tops (a knitted...
Have you ever been fascinated with the fabric yo-yo puff to make this and this and this? If you can crochet, I have another version to make it, it is the Crochet Yo-Yo Puff!!!! As you may notice, this is not a normal crochet circular shape, it is a real double-layer puff just like the...
Make Tissue Paper Carnations by learning how to make tissue paper flowers. The tutorial is straightforward and easy to follow; even children can complete it with only minimal assistance from an adult. The ideal gift for Mother's Day. Well, I must admit that I need to be more efficient when it comes to blogging….. This...
This pretty halter top is suitable for little girls or you could add a round or two to make the square bigger for adult sizes.
This granny square pattern is one of the simplest basic crochet stitches to work on. This square project is perfect for beginners as it requires only small amounts of yarn. Hence, it is a great way to use up your scrap yarn lying around in the cupboard. There are plenty of different crochet square patterns online, but this particular free pattern is a...
Discover how to make a Ruffles Flower Corsage HeadBand. This Ruffles Flower can be removed from the headband and worn as a brooch on its own. It is May, the month for the mother's day celebration... I am not going to do anything for myself, instead, I am making some pretty things for the 2...
I can't remember if I learned how to draw hexagon by using this technique during primary school, but I definitely remember the way my mum taught me while making a hexagon quilt blanket for us... using a compass to draw... My first lesson in sewing a hexagon flower quilt block is to draw these cardboard...
Animal-themed crafts have given me a lot of inspiration, and I've always had so much joy designing sock plush toys and Amigurumi for the little ones. However, not forgetting all my fellow sewers out there, this project is for you! This turtle pincushion pattern is a useful all-in-one kit that you could use to store...
Summer is coming for most parts of the world, so as the knitting pattern of this summer cooling bareback halter top for a little girl!!!! My daughter loves it so much, she wishes to wear it every day but if only I made a few for her to interchange lol.... 6 months (read here for...
Crochet a chic designer-inspired bag with the loop stitch. The yarn is made of poly jersey interlock fabric, which gives the bag a lustrous finish.
Ever find that there are always not enough pockets in the bag? This tutorial on how to sew a pocket with 6 slip pocket compartments will come in handy for your next bag sewing project. After sewing the zipper pocket, this slip pocket tutorial is the second how to sew a pocket for my crochet...
Do you want a zipper pocket to show only the zipper and not the outline of the pocket's seams? This is the sewing tutorial you are looking for. This is one of the pockets I sewed for my Loopy Shaggy Bag. The bag's lining has two pocket compartments, together with a slip pocket. What’s Next:
A crochet loop stitch is also known as a fur stitch, and the abbreviation for Loop Stitch is LS. With our instructions and videos, let's learn how to crochet a loop stitch. We also shared some crochet patterns that make use of this stitch. I discovered these lovely loopy stitches in 2010 when a reader sent...
We often talk about upcycling trash and garbage, but one thing we all have in abundance that gets thrown out or donated is old fabric in the form of clothing, bedsheets, and towels. Let's learn how to make a rag rug. This thick, soft, and puffy woven rug is an excellent way to give these...
My mum passed me 2 bundles of old bedsheets she found during spring cleaning. She knows that I love to recycle and am able to make something good out of them. The first idea that came to my mind was a braided rag rug. Yes, with all these rotten bedsheets, I can make lots of...
This Tiger Coin Purse is the original idea of what I want to design and make instead of the kitty coin purse!!!! The test purse turned out too gentle and cute, so I made it into a kitty purse. This one, with the ferocious look, it resembles more like a tiger now 🙂 This purse...
Look what I have just completed! I told you that I haven't got enough with locker hooking, I just made a locker hook rug. This craft is really hooking me up. If you don't know how to do this, I have the tutorials for it, from the basic preparation to how to locker hook and the finishing touch. Hover...
How do you sew a unique treat holder? This sewing pattern and tutorial make use of various fabrics to create a variety of color themes. Sewing treat holders for various festivals is a fantastic sewing project If you are done with the treat serving, you can transform the bigger treat holder into a kid's toy...
Well, I did another simple sewing of a Chinese Ornament to decorate my pussy willows using silk and a red packet. Unlike the previous Locker Hook Ornament, the process of sewing one of these simple ornaments took only about 10 minutes. If you make a few in one shot by doing batch sewing, the average...
Let's get into the tutorial on how to make this auspicious Chinese New Year ornament decoration for the Chinese New Year. 恭喜发财， 迎春接福， 新年快乐， 万事如意! 恭贺全球华人庆丰年! These are the common words that we wish each other during Chinese New Year. Hopping best wishes will bring good wealth, happiness, good luck, auspicious, prosperity, good health during...
This is the free sewing pattern and tutorial to make a 12" x 10" soft pillow in piggy shape. In this tutorial, I used 2 body towels to sew a pair of cute piggy pillows. However, you may use other materials to sew it, for example, plush, flannel, microfiber fabrics, etc.
I can't help it, I replicated this cute tiger - I am a copy cat, omg!!! Read how I Replicate Plush Toy and adapt the method to make yours. The origin of this tiger is a "limited edition" stuffed-toy mascot of a 100% Malaysian made Chinese New Year movie, "大日子- Woohoo!" (Big Day - Woohoo!)....
Chinese New Year is approaching, 14 Feb 2010.... same day as Valentine's day, this year we have double celebrations!!! Woo Hoo!!! I am so excited as this is the most happening festival in a year. Here is the "Wheel Of Fortune Coasters" sewing tutorial that brings lucks and happiness to you. This year, I made...
I made this kitty coin purse for my absent-minded daughter who always lost or misplace her belongings. The size of the Kitty Coin Purse is just nice to keep some coins and small notes that she can put in her school uniform's pocket. The dimension is 8.5cm (W) x 8cm (H) [3 ¼" x 3"]....
Here is the last part of the locker hooking craft. We continue from the basic preparation in locker hook and how to locker hook; now, let's finish up the final step on your locker hooking project and make it into drink coasters. Aren't you excited when you are approaching the finish line of a project?...
Now, you have all the materials ready, let's hook and lock the loops!!!! I illustrate the How To Locker Hook with one of the coasters I made for the giveaway. I am currently working on a bigger project for my home, should be able to complete just-in-time for the Chinese New Year which falls on...
I fell in love with hook locking after I bought the book Hook, Loop 'n' Lock: Create Fun and Easy Locker Hooked Projects written by Theresa Pulido last November. The moment I saw the cover I knew I was not going to leave the bookstore until I owned it. Confirmed that I must get one...
In order to complete the Pom-Pom Snowman with a beautiful hat, I crochet a Santa Hat for the snowman ornament to wear. The Santa Hat Crochet Pattern is built from easy and quick-to-make single crochet with continuous rounds and a decrement of stitches. The pom-pom snowman with this Santa Hat is part of the embellishment...
I make this snowman ornament for the Christmas stockings I made for my kids. Click the link to get the tutorial on the final Christmas Stocking. Scroll down for the crochet snowman pattern. This is a quick and easy crochet pattern for a snowman ornament. You can get the crafts supplies easily in the yarn...
If you’re looking for a delightful holiday project to add some festive flair to your Christmas decor, then you’re in for a treat! I’m excited to share this free crochet pattern for a Christmas Tree applique that’s perfect for beginners and seasoned crafters alike. Whether you want to embellish stockings or holiday cards or simply...
This pom-pom snowman is a great Christmas DIY to make for your Christmas decor and embellishment. I embellished it on my daughter's Christmas Ornament Stocking, which I did at the very last minute just before Christmas. You will see more Christmas ornaments patterns on the stocking tutorial page. This 6" tall pom-pom snowman is made...
Let's get the pattern and tutorial to make this Christmas Ornament Stocking, and enjoy your days to DIY more Christmas crafts. May your holy wishes be heard by God and your life be full of his divine blessings. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! I am writing this on the day of Christmas Eve.... where...
Can you believe this little amigurumi Christmas tree pattern has been around since 2009? I just gave it a much-needed update, with clearer instructions and fresh new step-by-step photos to make it easier than ever to follow along. If you’ve been wanting to add something handmade and adorable to your holiday décor, this amigurumi Christmas...
This year, I am making my own Christmas wreath. Not only 1 but I made 2 identical wreaths, one for myself and another one for my friend. I don't usually put up a Christmas wreath during Christmas but this year (2009) I want to replace my 6' Christmas Tree which I put up every December....
