Basic How-To

A comprehensive easy-to-follow guide on how to crochet Animals Amigurumi; from supplies, basic stitches, common techniques, how to read a crochet pattern, & more.

In this crochet pattern and tutorial, we will be showing you how to crochet a classic granny square with the turning method. This winning technique prevents the square from twisting …

This beginner-friendly free easy crochet butterfly pattern is super simple and takes less than 5 minutes to make. These crochet butterflies also perfect make great pins and appliques for crochet projects. Besides, this tiny butterfly …

This easy crochet flower pattern takes 5 minutes to construct, and I have included a few variations in this pattern to make flowers with different numbers of petals. I started with the original design …

This beautiful crochet leaf pattern is a great stash buster as it requires a small amount of yarn. In this tutorial, there are 5 leaf patterns that were derived from the same basis with some …

Scarves and coasters are among the most straightforward projects for beginner crocheters. But if you’re ready to take on a larger crochet project, learn how to crochet a blanket! One …

Ever looked at those beautifully made crochet home décor or stuffed toys and wondered, “Man… I wish I knew how to make one of those!” Our crochet for beginners’ guide will help you make your first step into the world of crochet. we’ll discuss the basics of crochet, …

With countless brands and models in the market, it can get confusing when choosing the right sewing machines for beginners. What’s the best sewing machine model to start with? What are all those features for? Is it safe for a kid to sew?  Here, we hope to offer peace of mind and guide you on choosing your first sewing machine!

If you are new to sewing, it is never too late to start sewing and here we have a list of basic essentials that you would like to know on how to hand sew, including tools & equipment, basic stitches, materials, and other helpful tips.

How many hexagon flower quilt block can you hand sew in an hour? Sewing a quilt with hexagon flower block for my kids have been in my to-do list for …

In my previous pattern and tutorial of the Sunburst Granny Square Blanket, I have done some web searches to find ways to join granny squares. There are so many methods …

This flat slip-stitch granny square join is the joining method I used on the Sunburst Granny Square Blanket (see picture below). It gives flat yet clearly defined vertical and horizontal …

After months of crocheting, I have finally finished the 336 granny squares blanket. First of all, before I am able to share the blanket’s pattern, I would like to share …

Thank you for writing in to ask the question about how to carve the pumpkin I did in the Cinnamon Pumpkin Mantou recipe recently. I hope that my carving experience …

Popular for its ability to seam and add finishing touches to the edges, Blanket Stitch is one of the most versatile stitches to use in sewing up pieces of felt …

Have you ever feel that hand tracing a decent amount of applique patterns to the fusible webs such as Steam-A-Seam or Heat’n Bond is something you want to skip? Multiply the …

Here is the pinwheel quilt block pattern and tutorial I have promised to show you in the Snowman Quilted Pillow Cover and how to piece Half Square Triangle (Easy Quick …

This is an easy technique to piece a pine tree quilt block from half-square triangles (HST). Piecing up a tree block has never been so easy with the basic HST. When …

Making a quilt block isn’t as difficult as I first thought. I have learned the hard way and the easy way, picking up experiences as I go. Time is precious, …

If you are a beginner in piecing, you might be thinking the method of sewing this 9 patch quilt block is by cutting many small squares and then stitching them …