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The Best of 2015: Top Craft Projects and Crochet Projects of the Year

December 29, 2015 by FaveCrafts Leave a Comment

You asked, and we delivered! It’s been a long year here at FaveCrafts, and so much has happened! We’ve been crafting our little hearts out, and we know that you have too. We took a look at the past year and rounded up some of our best and most popular craft projects in this fabulous collection, The 100: Craft Project Ideas and Crochet Project Ideas You Loved in 2015. Here you can explore everything that you loved about 2015; from crocheting and knitting to recycled crafts and more!

 
The Top 100 Projects of 2015

There were so many fun and creative projects to attempt this year. By far, the most popular projects were all crochet. Whether it was afghans, baby blankets, sweaters, or dishcloths, we wanted to make it all! And, considering that almost seventy percent of our top projects of the year were some sort of crochet pattern, we think you guys also had a lot of fun with crochet projects this year.

But that wasn’t the only creation we were interested in! Knitting and sewing were two more fun skills that we sharpened this year. And let’s not forget about good old crafts. We recycled all sorts of materials for the cutest and most useful crafts you’ve ever seen. Who knew a toilet paper roll could have so many uses?

Feel free to explore some of the most popular projects of the year below. And don’t for get to check out our full list of the Top Projects of 2015!

Free Crochet Patterns

Aran Crochet Throw

Aran Crochet Throw

Basketweave Twists Crochet Afghan

Natural Baby Blanket

Adorable Crocheted Baby Dress

Simple One Skein Wrap

Crochet Tote Bag

Granny’s Square Dishcloth

 

Best Knitting Patterns and Sewing Patterns You Loved

Beginner's Favorite Knitted Hat

Beginner’s Favorite Knitted Hat

Knit Two Hours or Less Scarf

Easy Kids’ Knit Poncho

Simple Chunky Blanket

Ribbon Flower Pins

Funky Jeans Bag

 

Recycled Projects and More!

Dollar Chandelier

Dollar Chandelier

Toilet Paper Rolls Sunflowers

Pottery Barn Wall Organizer

Recycled Magazine Cork Board

Easy Decoupage Frames

 

Comment and let us know what your favorite craft project of 2015 was!

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An Interview with Wise Craft Author, Blair Stocker

August 15, 2014 by FaveCrafts Leave a Comment

meinstudiolowresTeam FaveCrafts was SO excited to read and review Wise Craft by Blair Stocker.  Filled with amazing ideas for turning thrift store finds into home decor gold, Wise Craft is a must-have book for making your own home decor and accessories.

We were just so inspired by Wise Craft and all the amazing projects inside that we couldn’t wait to find out what the motivation was behind all these awesome tutorials.  Blair was sweet enough to answer all our questions, and even gave us some crafty tips on what to look for in thrift store finds and what three things she always has in her craft stash.

As a little added bonus, we’re giving away one copy of Wise Craft to one lucky winner!  Scroll on down to find out more about how you can win this awesome book!

 

What inspired you to create Wise Craft?
There are so many books already on the market that go deep in one craft or medium (like crochet, knitting, quilting, etc). I like to do all of these things, and rarely meet a DIY project or method I won’t try at least once. I felt like there must be others out there also want to dapple in all types of crafts to make their home a lovely place, without learning deeply about one particular one (at least not at first). There seems to be lots of us, thankfully my hunch was right!

What are some tips you have for crafters who are looking to embrace the DIY lifestyle?
Get inspiration from your favorite catalogs and stores. Often my favorite color combinations for a household related DIY project come from my favorite apparel catalog or store. And my favorite motto when it comes to household color changes? “It’s just paint!”

What is your favorite project in Wise Craft?
That’s hard to say, every one of the projects have so much meaning around them to me. I really do love the Avalon Quilt project in the Winter section of the book. It was made from my kids outgrown corduroy clothing. I collected it over a few seasons until I had what I thought was enough to cut into, then supplemented with some clothing from the thrift store.

You seem to be inspired by everything around you…but when the ideas just don’t seem to come, how to you overcome “craft-block”?
I work at home in a basement studio. If I find myself stuck and I just can’t seem to get the cogs churning, then I know its time to get out and do anything but make something! I love to window shop high end stores to look at the colors and displays. Sometimes I take myself out to lunch and people watch. I try to get together with my creative friends on a regular basis just to talk about all the things we want to do. And I never stop learning. Whether its going to weekend quilting retreats, taking online or in person classes, I am ALWAYS inspired when I learn something new.

What do you look for in a good thrift store find?
I keep a running list in my bag of what it is I’m wanting to find, because my eyes can glaze over when I walk into a big thrift store. I think it’s more of a gut feeling to find something- like fabric, clothing to cut up, or something furniture related- and just know it’s THE perfect thing. I’ve been collecting things from thrift stores for years, and I still come home with things that leave me wondering what I was thinking. I’ve gotten better. Practice makes perfect!
I usually don’t bring anything home that has something missing or needs too much repair, because I never get around to it.

Tell us three must-have craft supplies you have in your stash all the time.

  • Hot glue gun
  • Good scissors
  • A sewing machine

With these three things, almost every next step is possible 😀

 

BONUS!  We’re giving away one copy of Wise Craft to one lucky winner!  You have until August 29th to enter, and you can enter to win once a day…so the more you return, the greater your chances of winning this awesome giveaway!  Head on over to the giveaway page now and register to win today!

 

Want a little sneak peek?  Check out the Woven Chair Back project!

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State Crafts: DIY Craft Projects for Your Home State

October 9, 2013 by AllFreeSewing 7 Comments

Are you proud of your home state? You should be! Here at the FaveCrafts Blog we’re thrilled to explore these DIY craft projects that represent each of the 50 States. Browse through this collection of state craft projects and find out which one best suits your design style. Whether you’re proud of your state flower or even your state bug, you’re sure to find crafty inspiration in this group to effectively represent home.

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  1. Alabama State Inspired String Art from My Blessed Life
  2. Alaskan Dream Scarf
    Alaskan Blue Tunisian Crochet Blanket
    Alaska State Love Art from Corner HouseArizona Pride Onesie
  3. Arizona Desert Canyon Afghan
    Arizona State Craft from Somewhat Simple
    Arizona Pride Baby Onesie
  4. Arkansas Traveler Quilt Block
    Arkansas Star Quilt Block
  5. California Ranch Afghan
    Malibu Ripple Afghan
    California Sign from Sarah M. Dorsey Designs
    Home is Where the Heart from Simply Modern Mom
  6. Colorado Stars Quilt from Red Pepper Quilts
  7. Fit-for-Connecticut Road Map Bird House
  8. Delaware Ladybug Wreath
  9. Florida State Pillow from Paper and PigtailsGeorgia No Sew Napkins from Parties for Pennies
  10. Georgia No Sew Napkins from Parties for Pennies
  11. Hawaii Sunset Tila Bead Bracelet
    Princess Hibiscus Shawl
  12. Painted Idaho on Fabric Board from The How-To Gal
  13. Windy City Cardigan
  14. Indiana Pillow from Infarrantly Creative
    Indiana State Necklace from Two Twenty One
  15. Iowa Wall Art from Life. Love. Larson.
  16. Road to Kansas Star Block
  17. Kentucky Pumpkin Craft from Thistle Wood Farms
  18. Louisiana + Arizona State Wall Art
  19. Maine Lobster Art from Angie’s Roast
  20. Maryland Mountains Shawl
  21. DIY Boston, Massachusetts Subway Art from Erica M. Decor & More
  22. Michigan Baby Blanket
    Michigan Quilt Square from Wait ‘Til Your Father Gets HomeNo-Sew State Pillow from The White House Boutique
  23. Minnesota No-Sew State Pillow from The White House Boutique
  24. Mississippi (and more) Roadtrip State Countdown
  25. Missouri State Pride Pillow from One Little Momma
    Missouri DIY Gold Framed Vintage State Map from Tidy Mom
  26. Madison, Montana Scarf
  27. Nebraska Agate Statement Necklace
  28. Nevada Sky Seed Bead Dangles
  29. New Hampshire Branch State Art from Finding Home
  30. New Jersey Oak Leaf Applique Block
  31. New Mexico DIY Ornate Wooden Crosses from Positively Splendid
  32. New York Memo Board from Brit + Co.
    Front Page New York Beauty BlockTennessee State Map Ornament
    Fantasy Fem New York Beauty Block
    New York Fabric State Map from Home Sweet Holmes
  33. North Carolina Rustic Tray from Pretty Handy Girl
  34. North Dakota State Pride T-Shirts
  35. Heart in Ohio from The Harpster Home
    Ohio State Coasters from Thanks, I Made It
  36. Oklahoma State Wall Art from The Rookie Seamstress
  37. Oregon Painted Shrinky Necklace from Dollar Store Crafts
  38. Pennsylvania Dutch AfghanUtah State Tee from Shwin & Shwinutah-state-shirt
    Pennsylvania Dutch Throw
  39. Rhode Island Crochet Violets Pin
  40. South Carolina’s Charleston Garden Afghan
  41. South Dakota Pasque Flower from Lark Crafts
  42. Tennessee State Map Ornament
  43. Texas State Map Love from C.R.A.F.T.
    Lone Star Square
  44. Utah State Tee from Shwin & Shwin
  45. Vermont Maple Leaf Coasters
  46. Mt. Vernon Shawl
    Virginia is for Lover from The Happenings of the Shaughnessy’s
  47. Mount Rainier Mountain Mist Scarf
  48. West Virginia Crabby Cardinal Hat
  49. Distressed Wisconsin Map Coasters from Crafts by Amanda
  50. Wyoming’s Faux Fur Infinity Scarf

Want all 5o states?

Traveling Fool Postcard from The Sewing Loft
United States Puzzle from Moms Have Questions Too
USA Cake DIY from Oh Happy Day

What craft would work best for your home state?

 

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The Joy of Crafting

April 10, 2012 by FaveCrafts 3 Comments

Every baker, cook, chef, and renegade foodie knows and loves The Joy of Cooking.  It’s a staple in most kitchens, filled with all the recipes you could ever need to whip up dinner, breakfast, dessert, and much more.  What The Joy of Cooking is to food lovers, Homemade:  The Heart and Science of Handcrafts is to crafting.  Filled with helpful hits, tips, and projects covering every realm of the crafting world, Homemade is every crafter’s go-to guide for inspiration and creativity…and lucky for all of you, FaveCrafts is giving away one copy of Homemade…and trust us, this is one give away you won’t want to miss!

This book is particularly essential if you’re taking on a new crafting technique for the first time. For example, the chapter on beading includes a brief history of beading as a craft, the science behind its success as an art form, and tips on getting started with beading for the first time. Once you’ve read all about beading and learned about the most popular types of beads, you can pick from the list of 13 projects and create your very own beaded craft, with all the knowledge and skill of a pro beader!

With helpful illustrations, hints and tips, and personal stories scattered throughout this 770-page behemoth, you’ll be mastering everything from making bath oils to crocheting sock monkeys.  There are literally hundreds of lessons jam-packed into Homemade, and if you’ve ever wanted to master a new skill, or learn all you can about something you love to do, starting your research with Homemade is the best decision you can make.

It is near impossible to cover everything that you’ll find in Homemade.  With so many inspirational ideas, lessons, and crafty tips, this book is a must have for those who want to broaden their artistic horizons.  If you’re interested in winning a copy of Homemade, be sure to visit the giveaway page and sign up to win!  You can enter to win once a day, so return often to improve your chances of winning!

 

 

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9 Award-Worthy Handmade Craft Ideas

February 7, 2012 by AllFreeJewelryMaking 2 Comments

Award show season is in full swing, and everyone knows the crowning jewel on that trophy tiara is…the Academy Awards! I get inexplicably excited for the Oscars each year. Is it just me? I can’t wait to see which films come out on top, not to mention which starlets are owning the red carpet. This year, we’re getting in full-on award show spirit. We’ve collected 9 handmade craft ideas to honor this year’s Best Picture Nominees! Who will take it all home? Will it be The Artist? Midnight in Paris? The Help? Whichever one it is, we have a corresponding craft project to commemorate it!

9 Oscar-Inspired Free Craft Tutorials

First up for nomination: Midnight in Paris! This whimsical romantic comedy explores the magical night life of Paris after-hours. Get caught up in the magic with this Paris Shawl! It would be the perfect light wrap for your own midnight romps around town.

Show your support for Moneyball with an Embellished Baseball Cap! Money won’t be an issue for you with this budget-friendly craft project. Bedazzle your cap in your team colors or in your own favorite shades for a sporty chic look.

Up next for nomination is The Tree of Life. Made from a real Cedar branch, these artsy Tree Branch Post Earrings are the perfect way to pay homage to this incredibly artistic film.

Commemorate Spielberg’s award-nominated film War Horse with this Appliqued Pony Silhouette Hoodie. You’ll be ready to cozy up on the couch and watch the Academy Awards all night with this adorable sweatshirt.

Take on the vintage 1920s-era style of The Artist with this Royal Blue Flapper Hair Clip. You’ll look like you belong in a modern day silent film with this super cute flapper-inspired hair accessory.

With its intricate cog and gear details, this Quick Steampunk Pendant is the perfect craft to honor the film Hugo, the main character of which lives inside the clock of a 1930s Paris train station!

What better way to watch the Oscars than with some comfy Hawaiian Style Felt Floor Pillows? This sewing pattern gives a chic nod to Best Picture nominee The Descendants, which was set and filmed in Hawaii!

If you loved ’60s-set movie The Help, you’ll love this Retro Apron! Made from repurposed pillow cases, this simple sewing pattern will have you looking stylish as you tidy up around the house.

Last but not least, this Hidden Message Locket perfectly encapsulates the plot of nominee Extremely Loud & Incredibly Close, in which the main character is searching for a message from his late father. A beautiful film commemorated by a beautiful jewelry craft!

 

There are plenty more handmade craft ideas where these came from. Check out FaveCrafts and all of our sister sites for more buzzworthy jewelry projects, sewing patterns, crochet patterns, and quilting patterns!

 

How about you? Do you watch the Oscars every year? Have you ever hosted or attended an Oscar-watching party?

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Knitting and Crochet a Proven Stress Reliever

August 3, 2009 by FaveCrafts 1 Comment

Most people knit or crochet for fun, but could there be a larger benefit? These two activities have been proven to be huge stress relievers and are encouraged hobbies. Studies show activities such as knitting and crochet have a calming effect on the mind, allowing people to reduce their anxiety.

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As a result of the ability to reduce feelings of stress or worry, knitting and crochet can even help medical conditions such as asthma or panic attacks. Similarly, both activities can actually strengthen the body’s  immune system.

Crochet and knitting can help get your mind off of other problems while providing a stress-free activity to occupy your mind. It’s probably a good thing that mothers-to-be often take up knitting for their unborn babies–they need some distraction from their pregnancy!

Click here to read my personal story of how a Knitting and Crochet Tote became a stress reliever for me. If you want to try some easy knitting and crochet projects, try our Free Easy Crochet Patterns and Beginners Help or make your very own Crochet Tote Bag.

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