Make your own DIY Mod Podge with this easy, two ingredient recipe! What is Mod Podge? Mod Podge is a line of products made by Plaid Crafts. It works as a glue and acrylic sealer that provides different finishes including clear matte, crackle, sparkle and high gloss, among others. (The name is a trademark that’s […]
Double Knitting Washcloth Pattern
This double knitting washcloth is a great way to practice double knitting (aka double stockinette stitch), a technique that makes a double-sided fabric with stockinette stitch showing on each side. It’s actually really easy to do with a single color, and this thick and squishy washcloth might just become your new favorite. Supplies For my […]
How to Build a Travel Stitching Kit
Whether you do cross stitch, embroidery or visible mending, having a travel stitching kit can be helpful when you’re on the road or just away from home and want something to do that doesn’t involve a screen. I don’t usually take stitching projects away from home, but I do sometimes do them in different parts […]
How to Build a Travel Crochet Kit
Whether you’re traveling long distance or packing a project to take to appointments, having a travel crochet kit that works for you can make crafting away from home so much easier. Travel Crochet Kit Needs The first thing to think about when building a travel crochet kit is what you need to put in it. […]
How to Remove Ink Stain from Clothing
I’m a writer who still likes to write on paper with a pen, so you’d think I’d have a lot of experience with how to remove ink stain from clothing. But I don’t, so I was weirdly excited when I got ink on this long-sleeved shirt because I get to show you how to remove […]
How to Knit Brioche Stitch | Free Knitting Pattern for Brioche Stitch Headband
Brioche knitting is having a moment (again!) and if you don’t know how to knit brioche stitch, this is an introduction to the very basics along with a little free headband knitting pattern to help get you started. What is Brioche Stitch? Brioche knitting is a technique that makes a dense, squishy, stretchy fabric that […]
How to Use an Essential Oil Diffuser
An essential oil diffuser is a great way to add essential oils to a room to make it smell nicer and to get the benefits of different essential oils in your home. While I love using my DIY essential oil room spray, using a diffuser is also a nice way to add fragrance (and a […]