Hello my friends and welcome back to another round of Hookin on Hump Day! If you are new here, let me give you the low down … the party is hosted both here at Petals to Picots and at Moogly — the links will show up on both sites for double the exposure!! And we both promote the featured projects…
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Hookin’ on Hump Day #182: Link Party for the Fiber Arts
Holy moly, it’s 2019!! I can’t think of a better way to kick of the bloggy New Year than with a new round of Hookin on Hump Day! If you are new here, let me give you the low down … the party is hosted both here at Petals to Picots and at Moogly — the links will show up…
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Wishing you joys and blessings …
Wishing you all the joys and blessings of the season and a new year filled with health, happiness, and prosperity! Thank you so much for being a part of the P2P family! I am looking forward to spending another year creating with you!
Twas the Night Before Christmas
Begin a new Christmas Eve tradition with your family with a reading of Twas the Night Before Christmas by Clement Clarke Moore! Twas the Night Before Christmas Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse. The stockings were hung by the chimney with care, In hopes that St Nicholas…
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Handmade Gifts … Tips for Gifting Handmade Items
Science has proven what we crafters have known all along … handmade gifts convey love for the recipient (Journal of Marketing, 2015). As you prepare your handmade gifts during the holiday season and throughout the year, take a few simple steps to safeguard your hard work and to help your recipient know how to properly care for the item for years…
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Hookin’ on Hump Day #181: Link Party for the Fiber Arts
Hello my friends and welcome back to another round of Hookin on Hump Day! If you are new here, let me give you the low down … the party is hosted both here at Petals to Picots and at Moogly — the links will show up on both sites for double the exposure!! And we both promote the featured projects…
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Christmas Crochet … From Dining to Decor
One of my favorite parts of the holidays is decorating … from decking the halls to trimming the tree and of course setting a beautiful holiday table. Crocheted items add an extra bit of warmth and charm to any holiday decor. Here are a bunch of my favorite Christmas crochet ideas … and you may even find some gift inspiration…
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Cross Stitch Kit Giveaway from Leia Patterns
If you follow along with me on Instagram you’ve probably noticed that I love to cross stitch. Rachel over at Leia Patterns has some awesome cross stitch projects! You can find her patterns and kits in her online shop or on Etsy. I recently finished this adorable wooden ornament from a kit in her shop and I just LOVE it! She has…
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Cone Christmas Tree Crochet Patterns
This trio of Christmas Tree Crochet Patterns is perfect for decorating a mantel or creating a beautiful festive tablescape. And they make a great base for you to add your own creative touches and embellishments. Cone Christmas Tree Crochet Patterns Where possible I include links to the products and resources I mention. Some of these links may be affiliate links,…
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Hookin’ on Hump Day 180 – Crochet and Knit Link Party
Hello my friends and welcome back to another round of Hookin on Hump Day! If you are new here, let me give you the low down … the party is hosted both here at Petals to Picots and at Moogly — the links will show up on both sites for double the exposure!! And we both promote the featured projects…
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Textured Crochet Stitch Pattern {Video Tutorial}
This textured stitch pattern is one of my favorites! I love using it for dishcloths, throws, scarves, and more. The pattern looks complicated but it’s really not … if you know how to work a single crochet and a double crochet, you are all set. (But if you need a refresher, check out my stitch tutorials for how to do a single…
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Stormy Seas Knit Shawl Pattern
The Stormy Seas Knit Shawl Pattern is an easy knit with a unique design! It’s worked from the top center outwards to create a three-quarter square shape. I love how versatile this shape is to wear … I’ve included more photos than usual just to show you! The name of the pattern is inspired by the amazing trio of Zen Yarn Garden…
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Hookin’ on Hump Day #179: Link Party for the Fiber Arts
Hello my friends and welcome back to another round of Hookin on Hump Day! If you are new here, let me give you the low down … the party is hosted both here at Petals to Picots and at Moogly — the links will show up on both sites for double the exposure!! And we both promote the featured projects…
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Lion Brand Unboxing and Coupon Code!
I’m sooo excited to show you all the new yarn I just got from Lion Brand Yarn! So grad a cup of tea and come oooh and ahhh along with me. Best of all, Lion Brand Yarn is offering a 20% off coupon code for you!! Just enter PETALS20 at checkout for 20% off all their yarn and kits, excluding…
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Make 2019 The Year! Personal Planner Giveaway & Coupon Code
The new year is always a time for self reflection, resolutions, and goal setting for the year ahead. With 2019 around the corner, it’s time to grab a planner and start jotting down those goals and plan out an actionable timeline for reaching them. Don’t have a planner yet? No worries, Personal Planner is giving a lucky P2P reader a chance…
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