I’ve always been a “knitter”. My grandmother taught me, just as she taught all of her grand children, and it’s a skill I’ve continued to practice over the years. I’ve always been fascinated with yarn work and the overall concept of something as simple as a series of loops interwoven together can create something substantial,Continue reading ““Unicorn Colored” Crochet Baby Blanket”
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WE’RE BACK!!
After a multi-year hiatus from blogging, its about time I revive the asamatterofcrafts site! It’s been long overdue, especially since the last blog post on here was made back in 2014. A lot has changed since then. At the time I was in college, and now 7 years later I am working full time asContinue reading “WE’RE BACK!!”
Here’s my pitch: a flower on top of a flower stitch
During my time at an SnB meeting one week I wanted to try a new stitch. I decided to make a headband using the Lotus Flower Stitch. << That’s a link to Craft Cookie’s instruction which is what I used to pick up the pattern. I found the pattern very easy to follow along withContinue reading “Here’s my pitch: a flower on top of a flower stitch”
Simple Pinterest Projects
When searching under the DIY & Craft category on Pinterest there are so many simple and inexpensive projects that require little time and effort and use many common household items. Although these projects may not fulfill your need to challenge yourself as a DIY-er, they sure are easy ways to spice up your decor, addContinue reading “Simple Pinterest Projects”
cute as a button earrings!
With buttons becoming even more artsy and detailed its no surprise that I’d want to turn some of my favorite ones into earrings! The buttons I worked with for this DIY used to be on my cardigan sweater. However, over time they fell off and instead of letting them sit in my sewing box, IContinue reading “cute as a button earrings!”
Summer is HERE!
Hello Everyone! I am sorry for not updating lately… but I’m HAPPY to say it’s finally summer vacation! It’s been a LOONNNGG semester. I finished up my finals this past week and I am now home sweet home laying in my cozy bed and listening to Moon Hooch. (You should really check them out ifContinue reading “Summer is HERE!”
Pom pom rug!
Hey Guys! It’s been a while since I’ve been on here, i’m sorry about that! The reason I am able to post on here is because I’m officially on spring break! I wanted to share with you a craft idea that I found on craftgawker.com. I really recommend taking a look at this site. There’s tonsContinue reading “Pom pom rug!”
Welcome!
Hello to friends, fellow crafters, those who just happened upon my blog and future crafters! My hope, with this blog, is to share my love of crafting. It has been a longtime hobby of mine, however I’ve never had the time to make anything more of it. I’m currently a Music Education major and withContinue reading “Welcome!”