Crafting is fun for all ages and interests. This blog evolved from researching resources for friends and articles I write as a freelance writer. It is a place to share the information I discovered. Please feel free to leave comments and questions. I am always looking at new projects ideas for family and friends in areas of my own abilities and theirs. As a notice to my readers this blog does contain Amazon links and Google Adsense. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.
Tuesday, February 9, 2010
Plastic Canvas Tissue Boxes
I had people asking about free patterns for tissue boxes so I began a search to find locate what resources were available on the Internet. This is what I have located so far in my search.
Update: February 28, 2014
A visitor kindly let me know some of the links had gone dead so I went and checked. Thankfully the Free Pattern main link was still live. They do occasionally move some of their patterns, but all where still on the site. Any time you visit their site; always try a search if you don't find a pattern you went to find. They do move stuff and you may find it there under a different link. The same was true of tsplace. Still around, just a link change. From what I can find it looks like Mountain Harmony is trying to transition to a new website. It has an updated coming soon message from 2014, but it looks like the transition started in 2013. For the moment, I have the links saved from the Wayback machine. If the new website comes up, I'll try to get the new links posted.
Cartoon Children's Characters
Cat in the Hat
Free Patterns
Crayon Tissue Box
Flower Pattern
Harry Potter
Sesame Street
Snoopy
Sweet Spring
Thomas the Train
Train
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Cartoon Children's Characters
Cat in the Hat
Harry Potter
Sesame Street
Snoopy
Sweet Spring
Thomas the Train
Train
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Monday, February 8, 2010
Graduation Crafts Knitting Crochet Plastic Canvas
I know I have graduations to consider this spring. I am sure I am not alone in needing some creative craft ideas for presents and decorations. I hope these ideas help.
Crochet:
American Girl:
Graduation Gown and Cap
Barbie Fashion Doll Graduation Crochet:
Barbie Fashion Doll Graduation Cap and Gown
Ken Graduation Gown
Graduation Crochet:
Allfreecrafts graduation bear
Graduation Bear Small Ami
Graduation Bookworm
Graduation Gown and Hat for 15" Doll
Graduation Hat Fridgie
Graduation Owl Lion Brand
Lion Brand Crochet Bear
This is my finished version of the Lion Brand Bear pattern. I created the gown as it is not included in their free pattern link above. Read more about the project on the graduation bear blog entry.
Knitting:
American Girl Doll no hat
Plastic Canvas :
Graduation Snoopy
Graduation Bear and Owl Scroll Down Free Patterns
Picture Credit:
Graduation Bear picture is not free for use. Written permission must be granted.
Friday, February 5, 2010
Patriotic Knit and Crochet
I have been searching for Patriotic Knitting and Crochet patterns. I will continue to add to this blog as I find more. Please feel free to leave comments and suggestions for alternate places to look.
Crochet:
American Girl 18" Doll Crochet:
Adoring Doll Patriotic Outfit
Patriot's Daughter
Barbie Fashion Doll Patriotic Crochet:
Barbie American Love
Barbie Fashion Doll Betsy Ross
Barbie Fashion Doll Colonial Dress
Barbie Fashion Doll Dress Scroll Down
Independence Day Fashion Doll
July 4th Picnic
Kelly American Spirit
Ken George Washington
Patriotic Crochet:
Kitchen and Home Patterns:
Beach Towel
Free Crochet
Kitchen Set Marlo's Crochet
Stars and Stripes Toilet Paper Cover
Afghans/Throws:
50 Star Afghan
American Beauty Afghan
American Fireworks
American Flag Throw
American Heirloom Afghan
Americana Afghan
Baby Round Ripple
Military
Patriotic Granny Square Afghan
Patriotic Granny Caron
Pinwheel
Simply Patriotic Afghan
Star Flag Afghan
Stars and Stripes
Stars and Stripes Crochet World
Stars and Stripes Ripple
Coasters:
Fireworks Coaster
Dishcloths:
Americana
Liberty Square
Little Star Dishcloth
Star Spangled
Stripey Star Dishcloth
Pot Holders:
Americana Pot Holder
Made in America Square
Pot Holder
Pot Holder 2
Star Hot Pad
Other House/Kitchen Items:
Apron
Bag
Beach Bag
Cushions
Larksfoot Afghan
Rolling Placemats
Toilet Tissue Cover
Decorations:
Betsy Ross 15" Fibre Craft Doll Pattern
Doll
Filet Crochet 1795 Flag Pattern
Hello Kitty
Lily Patriotic Doll
Patriotic Boo Bear
Veteran's Poppy
Windchimes
Wreath
Knitting:
American Girl Doll Patterns:
Jumper
Kitchen and Home Patterns:
American Flag Afghan
Felted Hot Pads
Free Patterns.com
Liberty Bell Dish Cloth
Napkin Rings
Decorations:
Knitting Pattern Central
Scarf:
Loom:
Old Glory Blanket
Placemats
Machine Knitting:
American Flag Afghan
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Thursday, February 4, 2010
Plastic Canvas Toy Patterns
Plastic Canvas toys make wonderful gifts for children. I came across patterns while searching for other items and decided to find more. I will continue to research and please feel free to leave comments with more.
Toys:
Baby Block Jingle Toys
Free Patterns
Kissin' Frog
Kissin' Lion
Krafty Kris' Frog Kisses
Nana's Baby Blocks Detailed Pictures
Race Car
Slavic Nesting Dolls Scroll Down
Tetris Magnets Tutorial
Train
Transportation Magnets
USA Magnets
Charts with Popular Children's Themes:
Bob the Builder
Blue's Clue's
Clifford Couple of Patterns Scroll Down
Curious George Scroll Down
Dora Several Patterns
Elmo Scroll Down
Harry Potter
My Little Pony
Scooby Doo
Picture Credit: Squirrel Cottage's flickr.com
Wednesday, February 3, 2010
Biblio.com as a Craft Book Resource
I have been searching for some out of print patterns for dolls. Last week I used a site I have listed on my education blog for books. Before anyone gets concerned, I am not a spokesperson for the site and there are no paid ads for the company. I have no control over choosing the specific Adsense ads or you can be sure the options would change.
I had been frustrated because many of the doll books for Barbie and other dolls are currently out of print. Biblio.com is a bookseller that links booksellers together. You can go to the site, search, and find sellers that offer what you are looking for at various prices and shipping costs. I have used them for education products and out of print paperbacks that I have wanted to purchase. I am not a huge auction fan, as I like to be able to buy what I want without needing to challenge someone to a bidding war over it. I like a predictable price that allows me to decide if I want to purchase it and lets me have it without waiting a week or paying a premium for the option of buying it now. That is why Biblio appeals as an alternative. I can shop directly at stores that have the books I want with the prices and costs stated upfront.
Obviously, the basic rules of purchasing apply. Know what the product is worth. While the price and shipping costs for the two Barbie books were reasonable based on research I had done, other prices were not. For instance, I decided to look for a book that is currently in print to see if I could find a second hand copy for cheaper than I could purchase the book new. The used prices from those vendors were higher than I could have purchased the book at Amazon new. Buyer beware is always the motto when buying anything. However, if looking for some out of print craft books this may be one more resource.
Biblio.com
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