Mini Lemons Cross Stitch Pattern

Hello, and welcome! Today I'm sharing here the latest pattern that I added to my Etsy Shop:

Welcome to The Really Crafty Link Party #525!

Hello, and welcome! I hope you've had a great weekend and I'm glad you're joining us for a new link party!

If you can, please try to visit at least a couple of other posts and/or leave a nice comment on other people's creations, and help spread the word on social media - the more, the merrier!

As usual, the party will be open until Thursday and I will post the features on Friday, September 18th. Please note that there's a 50 entries limit, so make sure you link up early!

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And now, let's party!

The Really Crafty Link Party #524 featured posts!

Hello and welcome! It's Friday again, so it's time to share the features of this week's link party!

Thank you all for joining the party and sharing with us, it's always a pleasure and an inspiration to go through all your wonderful posts!

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How to Transfer an Embroidery Pattern onto an Already-Made Bag

Remember the cupcake embroidery pattern I shared last week? (find it here, in case you missed it before). I embroidered it directly on an already existing fabric gift bag and the fact is that embroidering an already-made bag may be a lovely way to give it a personal touch—but transferring the design can be a little trickier than working with a flat piece of fabric. It means, for example, that my tried and true method of outlining the pattern against a window pane doesn't really work...

So here are a couple of alternatives for pattern transfer when you're embroidering onto a bag or a thicker piece of fabric.

How to Upcycle Old Candles

Do you have half-burned candles, wax stuck at the bottom of jars, or scents you no longer use? Instead of throwing them away, upcycle them into something useful. It is an easy way to reduce waste, save money, and get creative at home.

Give leftover wax a second life with a few simple ideas:

September - free cross stitch pattern

Hello, and welcome to this week's free cross stitch pattern - perfectly appropriate because, well, we are in September...

Welcome to The Really Crafty Link Party #524!

Hello, and welcome to a brand new week! I hope you've had a great weekend and I'm glad you're joining us for a new link party!

If you can, please try to visit at least a couple of other posts and/or leave a nice comment on other people's creations, and help spread the word on social media - the more, the merrier!

As usual, the party will be open until Thursday and I will post the features on Friday, September 11th. Please note that there's a 50 entries limit, so make sure you link up early!

Missed last week's features? Click the image below to check them out: 

And now, let's party!

The Really Crafty Link Party #523 featured posts!

Hello and welcome! It's Friday again, I'm so glad to be back and to share the features of this week's link party!

Thank you all for joining the party and sharing with us, it's always a pleasure and an inspiration to go through all your wonderful posts!

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Grandma's Cake {recipe}

Hello, and welcome! If you follow me on IG you've probably already seen a photo of this cake. I made it at the last minute for my daughter's 16th birthday - we spent all day out of the house and when we returned in the evening she wanted a cake (with candles to blow) just for the four of us, and I needed to whip up something quickly.

This is one of my mother's old recipes, is very quick and easy to make and always turns out well. It's an old fashioned basic cake, but sometimes the simple things are the best. 

Cupcake - free embroidery pattern

Hello, and welcome! Today I'm sharing here a small cupcake embroidery pattern - easy and perfect for beginners!

Welcome to The Really Crafty Link Party #523!

Hello, and welcome! It's great to be back from our summer break (though I'm missing it already), and it's great to have you all back here for a new link party!

If you can, please try to visit at least a couple of other posts and/or leave a nice comment on other people's creations, and help spread the word on social media - the more, the merrier!

As usual, the party will be open until Thursday and I will post the features on Friday, September 4th.

 

Please note that there's a 50 entries limit, so make sure you link up early!

And now, onto the party!

The Best Types of Yarn for Crochet Blankets: A Beginner's Guide

With the summer almost at an end and the promise of cold weather on the horizon, it's time to start looking at fall/winter projects. And there's nothing quite like curling up under a handmade crochet blanket. Whether you're making a baby blanket, a cozy throw, or a king-size masterpiece, choosing the right yarn is one of the first decisions you'll need to make.

The best yarn for your project depends on who the blanket is for, how often it will be used, and how much care you're willing to put into it. So let's explore the most popular yarn types and their pros and cons.

The Really Crafty Link Party is still taking a break!

It's Monday again, and I'm very glad you're visiting! However, just like last week I will not be hosting the party this week either, as we are still making the most of our summer break.

I have some posts scheduled on the blog, but I'm focusing mostly on my family until the end of the month.

The Really Crafty Link Party will be back on August 31st and then you will be able to share everything that you're working on or that inspired you during these weeks.

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Until then, enjoy the rest of your summer and thank you for stopping by!

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Capri Blue
Glimmer Reed
Diffuser Set

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The Really Crafty Link Party is still taking a break!

It's Monday again, and I'm very glad you're visiting but, just like last week I will not be hosting the party this week either, as we are still enjoying our summer break.

I have some posts scheduled on the blog, but I'm focusing mostly on my family until the end of the month.

The Really Crafty Link Party will be back on August 31st and then you will be able to share everything that you're working on or that inspired you during these weeks.

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Until then, enjoy the rest of your summer and thank you for stopping by!

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Organic Coconut Vanilla Candles

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Friday Favorites: Galerie Magazine

Hello, and welcome! It's been a while since I've shared one of these posts, but I wanted to mention here another of my favorite sites/magazines: Galerie Magazine.

If you love beautiful homes, inspiring interiors, and incredible art, Galerie Magazine is worth checking out, as it brings together the best in design, architecture, and beautiful living. I may never have the chance to live or even visit one of those houses, but I still love looking at them. There isn't such a thing as too much inspiration, is there?

Easy & Cute DIY Bookmark

...made with leftover cardstock, stickers and embroidery floss...

While these days I mostly read on my Kindle, my kids (especially my daughter) read a lot of physical books every summer and always like to have "special" bookmarks for them.

The Really Crafty Link Party is taking a short break!

It's Monday again, and I'm very glad you're visiting, but I will not be hosting the party this week as we are taking a short summer break before school (and work) starts again.

I still have some posts scheduled on the blog, but I will be focusing mostly on my family over the next couple of weeks.

The Really Crafty Link Party will be back on August 31st and then you will be able to share everything that you're working on or that inspired you during the next few weeks.

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Until then, enjoy the rest of your summer and thank you for stopping by!

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Women's Ghost Pumpkin Shirt

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The Really Crafty Link Party #522 featured posts!

Hello and welcome! It's Friday again, so it's time to share the features of this week's link party! 

Thank you all for joining the party and sharing with us, it's always a pleasure and an inspiration to go through all your wonderful posts!

Scroll down to check out this week's lovely features:

10 Mid-Century Modern Etsy Finds That Will Transform Your Home

If you've been visiting a while you already know I'm a big fan of mid-century modern architecture and decor. 

So I decided to go though all my Etsy favorites and pick the best mid-century modern finds (in my opinion, of course). Some of them are actual vintage/restored pieces, while others are made by independent designers and artists that create pieces inspired by the timeless style of the 1950s and 60s—combining clean lines, warm woods, playful colors, and functional design.

Whether you're decorating an entire home or simply adding a statement piece, these ten Etsy finds perfectly capture everything that makes mid-century modern interiors so amazing.

August - free cross stitch pattern

Hello, and welcome to this week's free cross stitch pattern. Since I created a design for July (find it here), I decided to follow the same style and have one for August too. Am I going to turn this into a series for every month of the year? Maybe, I still don't know yet. 

Having all the months similar is cute, but maybe also a bit boring? Let's see if inspiration strikes in September and I change it a bit...