2026-07-07 // stitch for senate Stitch for Senate is a political craft activism project that encourages people to knit or stitch items like scarves and helmet liners as a form of protest and engagement with U.S. Senate politics, particularly around the Iraq War. The project bridges handcraft and civic action, tracking senator responses, organizing scarf drives, and even exhibiting internationally at venues like Jönköpings läns Museum in Sweden.
2026-07-07 1000+ Exciting Quilt Patterns, Applique, Outlines FreeQuilt: FreeQuilt.com is a massive collection of over 1000 free quilt patterns, applique designs, quilt block templates, and clip art covering everything from classic Amish and Sunbonnet Sue patterns to seasonal holiday designs. Quilters of all skill levels can browse categories like baby quilts, animal patterns, and traditional blocks, then download or print patterns directly for their next sewing project.
2026-07-07 365 Crochet Run by Farrah, 365 Crochet is a generous resource of free crochet patterns organized by category, covering everything from kids' mittens and Christmas ornaments to masks, garments, and home accessories. The blog also includes stitch guides, abbreviations, and e-classes, making it a welcoming destination for crocheters of all skill levels.
2026-07-07 700+ Free Easy Crochet Patterns - Easy Crochet Patterns Krista's EasyCrochet.com is a comprehensive library of over 700 free crochet patterns covering everything from baby blankets and afghans to hats, scarves, and clothing. The site also offers handy tools like a blanket sizing calculator and yarn substitution guide, making it a well-rounded destination for crocheters of all skill levels.
2026-07-07 )Silly Whimsy:) Silly Whimsy is a charming under-construction personal site by a creator who goes by Silly, featuring sewing projects and personal interests including their automobile. The image-heavy layout includes vintage-style illustrations of women in big hats and dancing couples, giving the site a whimsical handmade aesthetic.
2026-07-07 Screentones Screentones is a massive free download library of manga-style screen tones, brushes, and patterns for Photoshop, created by Psychobob. Covering everything from dot screens and line patterns to speech balloons, feathers, and sound effects, it is an invaluable toolkit for digital comic and manga artists.
2026-07-07 =^0^= Dewey's cheerful personal site is a love letter to self-expression online, featuring collections, a fashion log, and DIY projects like sewing star garlands and painting fabric bins. Still under construction but full of personality, it documents a beginner's journey into hand-crafted web presence and creative hobbies.
2026-07-07 ______________avenue Avenue is the personal blog of Belle, a 32-year-old UK-based creator who paints, knits, quilts, and makes zines, documenting her everyday life and creative projects since 2019. With multiple linked side projects including a photo log, hobby log, and zine, her site is a cozy corner of the old web brimming with handmade charm and personality.
2026-07-07 A Few Scraps Christina Cameli's quilting blog covers free-motion quilting techniques, design inspiration, and tutorials for sewists of all levels. The site features a rich archive of posts dating back to 2008, along with free-motion design galleries, wedge quilt tutorials, and links to her video course on choosing quilting designs.
2026-07-07 A Fool for Fabric Margy Houtz of Los Olivos, California shares her passion for sewing, fabric, and personal style on this long-running blog that blends creative projects with candid reflections on life and fashion. Posts cover slow sewing, pattern reviews, and thoughtful musings on clothing as identity, making it a warm and genuine read for fellow fabric enthusiasts.
2026-07-07 a knitting bear... An Italian-language knitting blog by a crafter known as 'the knitting bear,' sharing original patterns, tutorials, and stories from knitting workshops and group meetups. The site features Ravelry pattern links, knitting equipment guides, and warm personal narratives about the joy of handcrafted textile work.
2026-07-07 A Life of Creativity Dana's crafting blog showcases handmade greeting cards, tie-dye projects, and creative DIY activities including Girl Scout troop crafts and paper crafting with Papertrey Ink supplies. With tutorials, a favorite recipes section, and a craft room ideas page, it's a warm personal creative space for fellow crafters looking for project inspiration.
2026-07-07 A needle and some thread Sari, known online as Srinity, shares her passion for cross-stitching, knitting, crocheting, and other handicrafts from her home in Espoo, Finland. The blog features a freebie list, links to fellow stitching blogs, and a warm personal tone that makes it a cozy corner of the crafting web.
2026-07-07 A Stitch in Time Silk Paper Making Tutorial: Carol's crafting blog features a detailed tutorial on making silk paper, complete with step-by-step photos and a downloadable PDF guide. The site showcases handmade projects like a silk paper vase with nightlight, making it a practical resource for fiber arts and paper crafting enthusiasts.
2026-07-07 a stitch in time Steel Needles, Take Two: Run by a medieval archaeologist specializing in garment reconstruction and historic tailoring, this blog explores the material culture of textiles through the lens of hands-on craft practice. Posts cover topics like Skjoldehamn reconstructions, steel needles, hand spinning, and knitting patterns, blending academic rigor with practical crafting guidance.
2026-07-07 A Wandering Minstrel I Run by a crafter who goes by Wandering Minstrel, this blog chronicles sewing and quilting projects including tooth-fairy pillows, quilts of valor, and applique work. Posts blend personal family moments with detailed project write-ups, fabric choices, and links to patterns, making it a warm and relatable resource for home sewists.
2026-07-07 ABCs of Knitting - Actual Size Graph Papers A handy tool from Tata & Tatao that generates custom-sized knitting graph paper as a PDF, perfectly calibrated to your exact gauge by entering your stitch and row counts per 10cm. Knitters who need accurately proportioned charts for colorwork or stitch patterns will find this a practical and clever little utility.
2026-07-07 Absolutely Free Plans Index Absolutely Free Plans is an index of free woodworking and building plans available online, covering everything from boat construction and workshop furniture to kids' toys and outdoor projects. It also links to sister sites featuring vintage Mission Style furniture plans from the late 1800s and beginner wood-turning courses, making it a handy starting point for DIY builders and hobbyist woodworkers.
2026-07-07 All About Ami - A crochet blog Stephanie's All About Ami is a rich crochet blog packed with original patterns for amigurumi dolls, cardigans, blankets, bags, and accessories, complete with tips and a community section. The site features beautifully photographed projects ranging from whimsical Primrose Crochet Dolls to cozy cabled blankets, making it a go-to resource for crochet enthusiasts of all skill levels.
2026-07-07 ALL FIBER ARTS – HERITAGE TEXTILE CRAFTS Run by Päivi Suomi, a First Nations Sami creator, this site is a deep resource on heritage textile crafts including nalbinding, band weaving, Sami duodji, feltmaking, natural dyeing, fish leather, and more. Freely shared patterns, tutorials, and personal cultural stories make it a rare and rich destination for fiber arts enthusiasts.
2026-07-07 Alpis Strickbuch Alpis Strickbuch is a German-language knitting resource created by an experienced crafter named Alpi, who has been knitting for decades and shares her techniques online so they can be easily referenced and linked. The site covers basic and special knitting techniques, stitch patterns, patchwork, and original sock designs like the whimsically named 'Serpentes' sock.
2026-07-07 animal's origami A collection of origami instructions focused on animal designs, offering step-by-step paper folding guides for kids and beginners. The site features visual diagrams and tutorials for creating a variety of animals through the traditional Japanese art of origami.
2026-07-07 Ann Nash, Quilt Appraiser and Related Services Ann Nash is an AQS Certified Quilt Appraiser based in La Conner, Washington, offering professional quilt appraisal services, a retail store called Creighton's Quilts, and a curated selection of antique and new heirloom quilts for sale. The site covers everything from insurance appraisals and donation valuations to quilting books, folk art, and quilt-related jewelry available at her shop in the Morris Street Antiques mall.
2026-07-07 Anna Lena – quilt, gift, fudge, retreat, long beach wa Karen Snyder, the creator behind Anna Lena, shares her decades of quilting expertise through free patterns, information about her published books, and details on lectures and classes for guilds and groups. A former quilt shop owner turned semi-retired designer now living in Sweden, she offers a warm look into her quilting life along with links to her blog where she documents her love of both quilting and Scandinavian living.
2026-07-07 Annemarie's Haakblog Annemarie's Haakblog is a Dutch-language crochet blog by Annemarie, featuring original patterns, tutorials, and project posts covering everything from amigurumi animals to seasonal decorations. The site includes a published book called 'Crochet in the City' and offers both free and paid patterns, making it a rich resource for crochet enthusiasts.
2026-07-07 Another Rodeo Carter Baxter's personal site covers a wide mix of hands-on projects including bicycle restoration, leather crafting, vehicle repair, and web development experiments. Shop notes detailing 3D-printed bike mirrors and leather toolrolls sit alongside essays on engineering teams and civic tech, making this a genuinely eclectic maker's journal.
2026-07-07 Another Rodeo Carter Baxter's personal site collects hands-on restoration and tinkering projects, including a detailed 1971 Eco fiberglass camper restoration and a 2000 Toyota 4Runner rebuild. A mix of vehicle restoration, web experiments, and writing makes this a compelling compendium for anyone who loves analog machines and DIY projects.
2026-07-07 APL - Antique Pattern Library The Antique Pattern Library is a massive preservation project dedicated to scanning and freely distributing public domain craft pattern publications, covering everything from bobbin lace and tatting to knitting, embroidery, crochet, and woodworking. Visitors can browse an extensive catalog of digitized historical pattern books organized by craft type, making rare and out-of-print instructional materials accessible to crafters worldwide.
2026-07-07 Applique 'n Patch Quilting Rose Marie Castonguay has been documenting her quilting journey since 2007 on this long-running blog, showcasing completed applique and patchwork quilts organized by year across nearly two decades of work. With galleries spanning from early projects through 2025, including specialty sections for English Paper Piecing and red/neutral quilts, it offers a rich visual record of one dedicated quilter's craft.
2026-07-07 Art Quilts, Fashion Garments and Shibori Dyeing by Cozy Bendesky, Textile Artist Cozy Bendesky is a Pennsylvania-based textile artist whose site showcases her art quilts, shibori fabric dyeing, and fashion garments, along with her biography and artistic statement. The site documents her decades-long journey through traditional needlecrafts, international textile study, and contemporary art quilt construction, and includes class and workshop information.