Learn how to crochet the Crunchy Stitch Dishcloth using the crunchy stitch. Crocheted dishcloths are easy to make and make for thoughtful handmade gifts! This blog post originally appeared May 1, 2017 and was updated May 16, 2022 to include updated photos and instructions. Learn how to crochet Crunchy Stitch Dishcloth! Like I shared before, …
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 …
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 …
Explore the most popular sewing, crochet, printable, recipe, and DIY blog posts for crafting a handmade home from The Birch Cottage in 2021. As we usher in another New Year, I always enjoy taking a look back at the past year at the most popular blog posts on The Birch Cottage blog. So, grab yourself …
This DIY Wood Slice Cutting Board couldn’t possibly be easier to make. Learn how to make cutting boards out of wood slices for an easy DIY project. This blog post originally appeared on The Birch Cottage blog on August 14, 2015. I have updated the instructions to make them more clear. Last week, I got …
It’s no secret that you can save money with Dollar Tree. And to help you prepare your home for fall decorating here is a collection of 50 Dollar Tree Hacks for Fall Decorating. My husband and I were vacationing this summer at our family’s vacation spot in northern Michigan. On one of our trips to …
Learn how to make this succulent planter from repurposed china, just in time for Mother’s Day, teacher appreciation, graduation or any occasion gift giving! Mother’s Day will be here in less than a week! But, no need to panic because I’ve got you covered if you’re looking for THE easiest handmade Mother’s Day gift idea ever! Seriously, …
Did you know you can make a homemade windshield de-icer? Just three simple ingredients (that you probably already have on hand) combined in a spray bottle and you’ve got yourself a homemade windshield de-icer. Yesterday morning when I went to warm up my car before heading out the door to work, I found my car …
Combine Dawn Hand Renewal Dishwashing Liquid with sugar to make the best sugar hand scrub ever, plus’ it’s super easy to make! I bet you were just sitting around wondering, “What do you get when you mix Dawn Hand Renewal Dishwashing Liquid and Sugar?” Well, I’ve got the answer! This dynamic duo makes the best sugar …
A collection of DIY Terra Cotta Pot Ideas that are perfect for Mother’s Day gift giving. Learn how easy it is to turn an ordinary terra cotta pot into something special – just in time for Mother’s Day! Actually, it doesn’t have to be Mother’s Day to let your creative juices flow and DIY terra …
Last December one of the last projects I was working on in preparation for our sailor girl coming home for the holidays was refinishing a dresser with chalk paint. Spring break has finally arrived in our local school district and that means Lenny and I are on Spring break as well. This year, we are visiting …
It’s a busy week here at The Birch Cottage. I’m participating in two guest posts and a blog hop. In addition, I started the week off with another poster in my Motivational Monday series on Instagram (@birchcottageblog). (Be sure to follow me on Instagram so you’ll have access to the printables!) Yesterday, I shared How …