Over the years I have become an expert at stretching my dollar to support my quilter’s habit. The following are my favorite ways to get the most for my limited allowance.
Category: Heritage Crafts
The Art of a Handmade Life
There is a special kind of satisfaction in making something from scratch. Whether you’re here to master the technical side of Fiber Arts and Botanical Dyes or looking for creative inspiration in Floral and Holiday Crafts, our guides bridge the gap between old-world wisdom and modern living. From the chemistry of Soap Making to the simple glow of Hand-Dipped Candles, we celebrate the timeless skills that turn a house into a soulful, handmade home.
From the time quilt making came into existence, a well-accomplished hand quilting stitches have been adored and envied.
Create unique and timeless quilts with heirloom-inspired designs. Learn how to combine fabric pieces to create stunning quilt patterns.
Discover the art of tying quilts and create beautifully crafted creations. Explore different techniques and styles for tying quilts.
For those quilters who hand cut their patches, here is a shortcut way to hand cut the patch and know that your finished piece will be the right size.
Learn all about quilt designs–blocks, patches, colors, and more! Exploring the wonderful world of quilts with expert advice on how to create beautiful pieces.
It is rather easy to make denim quits and maintenance is also easy. Washing and iron is just like you would do for your casual jeans.
Here is the precise procedure that you can use to sew on buttons like a professional.
Learning how to knit a scarf isn’t hard, and guess what? Once you know the basics, it’s just as easy to learn how to knit a striped, patterned, or fringed scarf, too.
Felt is a warm, windproof fabric that despite its matted texture remains remarkably lightweight and soft to the touch.
In this brief article we aim to just give a basic understanding of knitting needles, their sizing and what you need to look out for.
If you’re ready to learn the simple basics of knitting, the following easy steps can help you get going.
How to choose the best type of window treatments for your home. Five rules to follow if you want the best results.
An apron is a very simple thing to sew, and you can easily make your own pattern. Once you have your pattern, you can cut out and sew one up in 15 minutes or less!
Even if you aren’t doing any sewing, every household needs some scissors! They’re a useful tool, so it’s important to have at least one pair.