Oombawka Design: Darla's Bunny Hat - Free Crochet Pattern -copyrigh...

Darla's Bunny Hat - Free Crochet Pattern -copyright Oombawka Design

 

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The Chilly Dog: Origami Crane

Origami Crane

It doesn't matter if you are 8 or 80. There is something absolutely magical about origami. It amazes me that you can take a flat piece of paper, fold it a couple times and a three-dimensional object appears. I'm not an origami master, but I can make a couple of things, and I'm pretty good at following origami instructions.

My new favorite creation is the crane. I think I was inspired to try the crane when I found the treasury of miniatures that I posted for Fun Find Friday in late December. Not only do cranes look cool, legend has it that a person who makes 1000 cranes will have their wish granted. .... Read more

Totally Tutorials: Tutorial - How to Make a Multi-Wire Bracelet

Tutorial - How to Make a Multi-Wire Bracelet

Bracelet Tutorial at Arte Selvatica Blog

"Good evening ... here I am a little destroyed by a heavy day, but much charge for what I'm about to introduce .. my first tutorial! It 'a very simple design, but once worn, it reveals a great effect ... and it's also a clever way to use all the beads beads which, if you're like me, you've accumulated over the years without really knowing what to do".... Read more

The Chilly Dog: Origami Crane Jewelry Set

Origami Crane Jewelry Set

What is more magical than transforming a piece of paper into a three-dimensional object? Try transforming a tiny piece of paper into a miniature three-dimensional object. I wasn't convinced that this as even possible until I gave it a try. The result? A unique and charming set of origami crane earrings and a necklace.

Before you tackle this project, make sure you are comfortable constructing a basic origami crane. I'll warn you now that this project is not for the faint of heart or those with shaky fingers or poor eyesight. It takes a steady hand and a bit of patience. But once you make one of these adorable little birds you will want a whole flock.
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Totally Tutorials: Tutorial - How to Make Stitch Markers

Tutorial - How to Make Stitch Markers

Repurpose old jewelry for some pretty stitch markers

Stitch Marker Tutorial at Miss P Blog

"I've been delving into the joys of knit and crochet in the past few weeks. A lot of the patterns I was looking at called for stitch markers. When I looked at the offerings in my local hobbycraft and haberdashery? Well they were just a bit blaaaaah. Just as with yarn, fabric, and everything else; using something a bit nice when "making" just makes the whole process that bit more pleasurable, don't you think? So I decided to make my own by repurposing some old jewelry and a bit of wire...." Read more

Tutorial Exchange - How to Decorate a Valentine Candle .

Tutorial Exchange - How to Decorate a Valentine Candle

Use shell buttons to decorate a Candle
 
Button Candle Tutorial at Love to Craft Blog

"I wanted something pretty and feminine so I chose to decorate a cream pillar candle..." Read more

Free Knitting Pattern - Man's Sleeveless Vest

Today's free pattern is for a vest that will spruce up any mans wardrobe, designed and knitted in Waikiwi - please click here to view / print off your free pattern! 

Your local retailer has Waikiwi in stock, and if they don't, ask for it!  If you don't know where your nearest Naturally retailer is, use our handy and easy-to-use Retailer Finder!

 Waikiwi is an incredibly versatile yarn from Naturally Yarns that comes in 15 fantastic solid shades and 10 vivid print shades.  The composition of Waikiwi - 55% NZ Merino, 20% Nylon, 15% Alpaca, 10% Possum - makes it ideal for kids and adults garments, socks, & accessories