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Using these Scallops & Squares Nesting Dies, I die cut around the image and layered it to blush card stock die cut with the same set. The piece is then attached to a green card. To finish the card I attached 3 light green Dew Drops.
I used this card for a bridal shower, but with this sentiment or one of the other 2 in the set, it could be a perfect card for almost any happy occasion.
I managed to get my monthly Christmas card for April created with a couple of days to spare! 🎄You can find my other monthly Christmas card creations so far this year in these posts: January, February, and March.
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To make the card, I embossed a piece of red card stock with a snowflake embossing folder (similar to this) and then die cut it with these Scallops & Rectangles Nesting Dies. I attached the piece to a white card and added a strip of green gingham patterned paper. The Santa image is attached over the top. The sentiment is stamped with red ink on white card stock, die cut with these Scalloped & Stitched Sentiment Nesting Dies, and attached it to the card.
Have you started creating your Christmas cards yet? I promise you will be so glad if you start on them now! 🎄
Baby blankets are one of my favorite things to crochet. They can be stitched up in so many different ways from simple to very elaborate. This is a simple pattern with an easy 2 row repeat that has a beautiful texture.
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I stitched up my blanket using Baby Bee Yarn in the color Angel with G/4mm crochet hook. You can find the pattern below along with links to free PDFs – one with photos and one without – if you’d like to easily print it.
Crochet Cluster Stitch Baby Blanket
Baby Bee Sweet Delight yarn in Angel
G/4mm crochet hook
Stitches used in US terms:
Chain – ch
Single Crochet – sc
Double Crochet – dc
Slip Stitch – ss
Special Stitch: Cluster – cs (yo, insert hook in stitch, yo and pull up a loop, yo and pull through 2 loops on the hook) 3 times. yo and pull through remaining 4 loops on the hook.
Chain 142
Row 1: sc in 2nd ch from hook. (Skipped ch does not count as a stitch) sc in next ch. *ch 1, skip 1 ch, sc in next ch* Repeat from * to * until last 3 ch. ch 1, skip 1 ch, sc in last 2 ch. Turn.
Row 2: ch 4 (counts as 1 dc and 1 ch). skip first 2 stitches, cs in ch space. *ch 1, skip sc, cs in ch space* Repeat from * to * until last 2 stitches. ch 1, skip next stitch, dc in last stitch. Turn.
Row 3: ch 1 (does not count as a stitch). sc in first stitch, sc in ch space before first cluster. *ch 1, sc in next ch space between clusters* Repeat from * to * across, working last sc in 4th ch of ch 4, sc in 3rd ch of ch 4. Turn.
Repeat Rows 2 and 3 until blanket measures about 30 inches, ending with Row 2. Turn.
Border – begin working in rounds.
Round 1: ch 1. work 3 sc in first stitch. sc evenly around, working 3 sc in each of the 3 other corners. Join with ss to first sc. Do Not Turn.
Round 2: ch 1. sc in same stitch as ss *skip 2 stitches, 5 dc in next stitch, skip 2 stitches, sc in next stitch*. Repeat from * to * around. Join with ss to first sc.
Fasten off and weave in ends.
Finished blanket measures about 28.5 inches by 30.5 inches.
I recently found this stamp company called Creative Worship Stamps and they have some beautiful clear stamps with lovely sentiments.
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Using these Deckle & Stitches Nesting Die Set, I die cut around the image and layered it to purple card stock. I die cut a piece of light turquoise patterned paper with the same die set and attached it to a white card. Then I attached the stamped image over the top.
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It’s super easy to make and you can mix it up a day ahead to give the flavors time to meld together. There are a lot of different recipes out there for broccoli salad. One of the things I love about this one is that it calls for smoked almonds and they add such great flavor.
Broccoli Salad will be a great addition to potlucks and BBQ’s this summer. You might even need to make a double batch to make sure you have enough. 😉
This is a cute and easy way to make a lined Crochet Granny Square Tote Bag if you’re like me and sewing isn’t one of your talents. 😉
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You’ll need a canvas tote bag. This is the one I used – it measures about 15 by 15 inches. I also found this one on Amazon. It measures 15 by 16 inches and comes in different colors, although you do have to buy at least 3 of them.
Any of your favorite worsted weight yarn (4 weight) will work great to make your tote bag. I used I Love This Yarn in Turquoise, Light Peach, Burnt Pumpkin, Ivory, and Peacock with a G/4mm crochet hook to stitch up my granny squares. If you need a refresher on how to crochet a basic granny square, this tutorial at Crochet 365 Knit Too is great.
I stitched up 18 granny squares. They each measure approximately 5 inches square. I joined 9 squares together using the simple method of single crochet in the back loop of each square. This method gives a nice ridge between each square.
Then I put the 2 sides together with wrong sides facing each other. Beginning in the top left corner, I joined the 2 side together in the same way, by single crochet in the back loops, along 3 sides up to the top right corner, but don’t fasten off yet. I continued around the opening at the top of the bag with 2 rounds of single crochet so it would reach to the top of the canvas bag. Depending on the measurements of your bag, you may need to add another round or 2.
I slipped the canvas tote into my crocheted bag and used my Surebonder Hot Glue Gun with Surebonder Fabric Glue Sticks to glue the crocheted bag to the canvas bag. I added a line of glue a few inches at a time until I adhered all the way around the top of the canvas bag. You could also hand sew the crocheted piece to the canvas bag if you want to.
I’m so happy with the way it turned out! The color combos are limited only by your imagination. 🙂 You can even make all of your squares in one color and join them with the same color or with a coordinating color. It’s really a fun project – and it can be a great stash buster, too!
Masculine cards can be challenging! This card is a fun and simple way to send birthday wishes for guys of all ages.
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I die cut a piece of patterned paper using these Deckle & Stitches Nesting Dies and attached it to a white card. I die cut “happy” and the background from the Heart of Autumn die set, layered them together, and attached it to the card using foam tape. I die cut “birthday” and the background from the Say It Big die set, layered them together, and attached them to the card using foam tape. Unfortunately, this die set seems to be no longer available. 😦 But the stamp set called Say It Big has a big “birthday” stamp that you can stamp and trim around for the same effect.
To finish the card and make it a bit more festive, I scattered a few red sequins on the card.
This card can be made in any color combo using die cuts or any larger simple word stamps that you have in your collection. You could even use larger simple birthday image stamps in place of the word stamps.
I thought I would share some of my favorite paper crafting supplies that are always in my craft room. These are the things I reach for over and over when I am creating. 🙂
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My favorite adhesive for card stock and papers is Tombow Mono Adhesive Dots. It’s a permanent adhesive that’s super easy to apply. You can get refills, too.
To add gems, sequins, and other embellishments I love this Art Institute Glitter Adhesive. It works great for adding just a little drop to adhere your embellishment.
I use detail scissors a lot in my crafting. I’ve had these Cutter Bee Scissors for a long time and they are still as sharp as ever!
This magnetic glass mat is so handy! It’s great for lining up your layers. It’s also easy to clean off inks, adhesives, and watercolors when you are done creating.
Another tool I use all the time is my Misti Stamping Tool. It is so helpful for stamping an image more than once to get a good crisp image.
My favorite basic black ink is Memento Tuxedo Black Ink. It’s a permanent dye ink that works great with alcohol markers. I have a whole collection of Copic markers that I love coloring with.
I always have foam tape on hand to add a little dimension to my cards.
I also have a large 😳 collection of 6×6 patterned papers. Lately, my favorite patterned papers are from Unity Stamp Company.
These are just a few of my favorite things. My craft room is also filled with rubber stamps, ribbons, buttons, gems, sequins, colored pencils, stencils, embossing folders, and lots of other things I’ve collected over the years. 😊
What supplies are your favorites that you simply can’t create without?
Are you looking for some handmade gift ideas for Mother’s Day? 🎁 I have a few craft and crochet ideas below. Just click on each picture and it will take you to the post for each project.
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This Beaded Welcome Wreath is simple with a farmhouse feel, but I think it can really go with almost any decor.
Crochet Cluster V-Stitch Spa Cloths are so pretty made with soft cotton yarn. Add her favorite soap or body wash and lotion for a nice pampering gift.
This Beaded Wood Riser is perfect to add a little height to her decorating. And it’s super easy to make!
I designed the Sand and Sea Crochet Summer Tote Bag as a beach bag – but it can be used for anything! And you can make it in any color combo or even just one color.
I hope these ideas spark your creativity for making your Mom something special for Mother’s Day. I also have tons more projects on my blog – just scroll through my older posts and see if something catches your eye. 🙂
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I stamped the sentiment (from the set called Teddy, With Love) with blue ink on white card stock and die cut around it with a cloud die. I attached the cloud and 3 dinosaurs to the card using foam tape.
This is a cute way to send big Dino Wishes for a happy birthday!🦖💚💙💛
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