As you can tell by this site, Susi and I love to do all sorts of crafts, but I think the first love for both of us (and the one that brought us together) is knitting. Susi comes from a line of expert ... Nov 13, 2012 - 1 Comment
When I travel, I tend to throw whatever knitting project I’m taking with me in my computer bag. Often that means my yarn gets messed up while I’m searching for something else in the bag or... Nov 13, 2012 - 14 Comments
It is starting to get cold here in the upper midwest (we had our first snow this morning in Minneapolis) and we are digging out those hats, scarves and mittens. I love knitting mittens, they are fun ... Nov 12, 2012 - 1 Comment
(Every week until December 1st we will be making a small Christmas ornament that can be used in our Pocket Advent Calendar. Join us in making all 24 or just pick and choose your favorites.) This week&... Nov 09, 2012 - 13 Comments
I always find inspiration for things to make from Garnet Hill. They are just previewing their holiday items and already I have so many ideas. These gift pillow would be a snap to make. A few thrifted... Nov 08, 2012 - No Comments
Halloween is over and so are the elections, so let the holiday madness begin! This week we’d like you to make something for one of the upcoming holidays. Whether you celebrate Thanksgiving or K... Nov 07, 2012 - No Comments
This week we asked the Iron Crafters to pull out the Unfinished Object and turn them into Finished Objects. I always love this challenge because it is such a good motivator to get something done. (cli... Nov 06, 2012 - 2 Comments
It’s election day here in the States and we’d like to encourage all our US readers to get out and vote today. (Stars and Stripes Rope Wreath) Man, are we ready for those campaign ads to b... Nov 06, 2012 - No Comments
Earlier this fall Matt pointed out some burlap covered hurricane lamps with images stenciled on them to me at a high-end decor shop. I loved the look and thought it would go great with the white, silv... Nov 06, 2012 - 51 Comments
Over the last two years we’ve shared quite a few tutorials and patterns for holiday decorations. With the season upon us, we thought we’d compile links to all of them in one place for you.... Nov 05, 2012 - No Comments
