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Learn how to crochet textured stitch dishcloth! This pattern creates lots of texture – perfect for dishcloths, washcloths or hand towels! This blog post originally appeared April 14, 2017 and has been updated May 18, 2022 to include new photos and updated instructions. I have been crocheting for as long as I can remember. It’s …
Repurpose a 2-liter plastic bottle to make a one-of-a-kind (and kid friendly) DIY Bird Feeder from a 2-Liter Plastic Bottle. I’m back again this month on Ideas for the Home by Kenarry sharing with you How to Make a Bird Feeder from a 2-Liter Plastic Bottle. This craft project is easy, fun, and even kid-friendly! I …
Moms of all ages love handmade gifts. Chose one of these DIY Mother’s Day Handmade Gift Ideas to make the perfect Mother’s Day gift! Mother’s Day is the perfect time to craft a handmade gift. My mom loved everything handmade. I am so grateful to her for passing the love of all things handmade on …
Learning how to upload SVG files to Cricut Design Space will allow you so much more flexibility and creativity with your Cricut crafting! Adding your own cut files or those your purchase online or obtain free from sites like The Birch Cottage, can really help you to take your Cricut crafts to the next level. …
Learn how to make homemade Lemon Body Scrub with Essential Oil. This scrub gently exfoliates dry skin while adding moisture. I love making sugar scrub. In fact, one of the most popular posts on The Birch Cottage is my DIY Sugar Hand Scrub. This DIY sugar hand scrub is great for anyone who needs the …
Easily DIY your own homemade Moisturizing Liquid Hand Soap and choose your favorite fragrance with essential oils. It’s no secret by now that I love all things homemade and handmade. Whether I’m sewing up Easter baskets for the grandkids or making a batch of our kids favorite cookies or even making my own bathroom cleaner …
Freshen up your home anytime with homemade essential oil room sprays. Remove pesky odors or take advantage of aromatherapy properties with these easy recipes. I’m not an essential oils expert by any means. I’ve made a few essential oil sprays for my personal use over the years and thought I’d share some of my essential …
Learn how to machine embroider on stretched canvas to make reverse canvas wall art. Reverse canvas is a great way to display your machine embroidery designs. I told you a few weeks ago that I’m really enjoying actually getting to use and play around with my embroidery machine. I’ve been embroidering on different materials and …
Embroidery machines are amazing machines! Here are the key things to consider when buying an embroidery machine for home use. If you’ve been thinking about buying an embroidery machine but not sure where to start, let me help you figure out exactly what to consider. What to Consider When Buying an Embroidery Machine Embroidery machines …
Where to find Embroidery Machine Designs for Greeting Cards. You can create beautiful greeting cards with your embroidery machine! So, I recently shared How to Create Machine Embroidered Greeting Cards using watercolor paper and your embroidery machine. Since then, I’ve embroidered all sorts of greeting cards – Christmas cards, Valentine’s Day cards, birthday cards, and …
Fabric covered terra cotta flower pots add the perfect personal touch. You can easily make fabric covered terra cotta flower pots when you follow these tips. I love using terra cotta flower pots. I use them in craft projects, like these terra cotta pot luminaries, and I love painting them, like I did here. So, …
Learn how to embroider on a cotton clothesline rope basket or bowl to create unique embroidered baskets or bowls. So, last week I shared with you how to sew a cotton clothesline rope basket using your sewing machine, cotton clothesline rope, and the zigzag stitch on your sewing machine. This week, I thought we’d build …