Amigurumi is the Japanese art of making crochet animals and toys. The word comes from the words “ami,” which means crocheted or knitted, and “nuigurumi,” which means stuffed doll or toy. Amigurumi ...
10 Easy Home Remedies for Toothaches
Our bodies are in constant need of upkeep and repair, and pain is the body letting us know that something's wrong. But what happens when a doctor (or dentist) isn't immediately available? If you ...
12 Crochet Ideas to Use Up Leftover Yarn
Crochet is a wonderful way to unwind after a long day, but all that leftover yarn from your projects can be annoying. Instead of throwing away the leftover pieces of yarn, we have a few ideas to ...
The Different Types of Yarn and Which Is Right For Your Project
Why do some yarn projects feel marvelous and others feel rough? Why do some look fabulous and others look cheap? There are many wonderful types of yarn, from alpaca wool to acrylic, and each creates a ...
The Differences Between Crocheting and Knitting and Which is Right For You
Every hobby attracts people for different reasons. Take knitting and crocheting. Some people like to knit because they enjoy the feeling of using knitting needles and the variety of projects they can ...
How to Make Ice Art to Liven Up Your Winter
Winter is an excellent time for making artwork indoors with some warming coffee, tea, or hot chocolate. But you can create art outdoors, too. Have you ever heard of ice artwork? Unlike snow angels ...
11 Knitting and Crochet Projects for Winter
When the weather gets cold and the ground is covered in frost, it’s hard to spend time outdoors. So, finding hobbies and activities that keep you busy in the winter months is essential. Knit and ...
How to Make Your Own Shampoo
Those of us who revel in self-sufficiency tend to make self-care a high priority. For example, many of us eat organic food and make our own natural cleaning products. But what about self-care? ...
How to Make a Winter Nature Journal to Pass the Cold Months
Winter is a great time of year for a lot of reasons, but if you're passionate about gardening and the great outdoors, you might be struck by the winter blues when the cold weather rolls around. That's ...