Also known as punch hooking, punch needle is an easy-to-learn technique for making your own rugs, tapestries and more! Get to know the basics with this quickstart tutorial.
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Picks of the Week
You’ve gotta love some perfectly seasonal ideas! I am very here for this week’s picks, especially since there are projects for babies, yourself, St. Patrick’s Day, AND Easter all at once. So fun!
Andean Sun Baby Alpaca Yarn Review & Giveaway
100% Baby Alpaca Yarn from Andean Sun is so soft! Get the specs on this cuddly yarn and enter to win two balls for your next knit or crochet project.
Recap: The Very Serious Crafts Podcast Live from Chicago!
Couldn’t make the Very Serious Crafts Podcast live show? Check out this recap of all the fun we had recording and crafting live with our listeners!
Picks of the Week
Spring is nearly in sight! Beat the winter blues with this fresh crop of ideas. :)
Things to Punch Needle
Ever heard of punch needle? Get to know this fun rug making and embroidery technique, and find inspiration to give it a try with 12 amazing punch needle works of art!
Picks of the Week
This week has been a great example of how cruddy weather can put one in the mood for making things. If you’re feeling up to crafting the winter blues away, check out this fun new crop of inspiration!
Hands Occupied Studio is Open!
The Hands Occupied Studio is now open! See the finished space, read about the Studio Warming party, and share your ideas for workshops and events you’d like to see!
Briggs & Little Country Roving – Yarn Review & Giveaway
Briggs & Little Country Roving yarn comes from one of the only remaining woolen mills in North America that takes raw wool and turns it into spun yarns, all under one roof from start to finish. Learn more about this versatile Canadian yarn and enter for your chance to win a skein!
