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Kona Cotton solid fabric
Beginners

Free Quilt and Sewing Patterns from Robert Kaufman (and Benartex)

The makers of the fabric on our shelves give away free PDF patterns. Our pick...
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Mini Madness Snowmen quilting cotton
Christmas

Christmas Sewing Projects: Bunting, Gift Bags, Table Runners and More

Handmade Christmas: bunting, reusable gift bags, a table runner, napkins, stockings and aprons, with fabric...
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YarnArt macrame cord
Beginners

Free Macramé Patterns and Where to Start

Macramé needs almost nothing to start — just cord and a few knots. Here is...
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Wooden embroidery hoop
Beginners

Learn Every Stitch for Free: DMC's Video Tutorials

DMC's free video tutorials teach you every embroidery and cross stitch stitch, step by step....
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Himalaya Dolphin Baby velvet yarn for amigurumi
Amigurumi

Free Amigurumi Patterns and How to Get Started

Amigurumi — crocheted toys — is one of the most joyful ways to crochet. Here...
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Alize Puffy loop yarn
Alize

How to Make an Alize Puffy Blanket — No Needles, No Hook

Alize Puffy lets you make a plush blanket with just your hands — no needles,...
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DMC Natura cotton yarn
Beginners

Where to Find Free Craft Patterns Online: Our Favourite Free Resources

The brands we stock give away hundreds of free patterns and tutorials. Here is our...
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bernette b33 sewing machine
bernette

Free Sewing Projects and Machine Guides from Bernina and bernette

Bought a Bernina or bernette from us? Here are the free projects, tutorials and machine...
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Ganga Acrowools Jeans cotton yarn
Crochet

Free Knitting and Crochet Tutorials from Ganga Acrowools

Ganga Acrowools runs a free English tutorial hub with dozens of knitting and crochet videos...
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Clover pom-pom maker
Clover

How to Use Your Clover Tools: Free Video Tutorials and Project Ideas

Clover makes some of the cleverest tools in our shop — and teaches you to...
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DMC embroidery floss
Beginners

Free DMC Patterns: Where to Find Them and What You Need to Stitch Them

DMC gives away hundreds of free cross-stitch and embroidery patterns. Here is where to find...
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YarnArt Macrame Rope 3 mm cone
Beginners

Macramé for Beginners: Cord, Knots and Your First Wall Hanging

Which macramé cord to buy, 3 mm or 5 mm, how much you need, and...
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