Learn how to crochet this cute granny square poncho for toddlers! In this free pattern, you will learn how to make the granny squares, how to lay the pattern out, how to join the squares together, and how to finish the collar and bottom edge. There are options for threeRead More…
Lotion bars are simply divine! This easy DIY Lavender Hearts Lotion Bar recipe is perfect for dry and mature skin. Use them on their own, with a bit of water to blend into the skin, or use them in addition to your regular body lotion for additional moisturizing. I loveRead More…
This crocheted granny square hat pattern will go perfectly with any granny square project you make! I had made a scarf and hat set (you can see the scarf below), but there was a copyright claim on the motif I used for the scarf so I had to remove thatRead More…
Keeping your body and immune system healthy and strong during a health crisis is of utmost importance. Negative emotions such as fear, worry, and anxiety trigger the stress response in the body. This increases the production of cortisol which suppresses the immune system. A weakened immune system then makes oneRead More…
Highly Sensitive People (HSP), are often misunderstood. Accounting for about 15 to 20 percent of the population, sensitives have a nervous system that is highly reactive. This is a physiological trait that is innate, and not learned or acquired. The percentage of sensitives mentioned above is true amongst all species,Read More…
Crocheting around rocks (and other round things) is so much fun! I love how they look, and there are numerous possibilities for this craft. I crocheted around a walnut to create a pendant, and one could create pendants from any sort of round object. I must say, however, I loveRead More…
Create a beautiful Boho style necklace made with ribbon, yarn or crocheted strands. There are so many possibilities for this necklace by using any number of strands or types of yarn. It is perfect to use with the wire wrapped pendant tutorials that I have here on my blog, andRead More…
I have known for a long time that crochet (and other creative endeavors) are very healing. This is the premise for my blog and offerings, which is why I use the tagline Create~Nurture~Heal. I have seen a lot of anecdotal evidence for this, however, when I started to look forRead More…
Hand-blended incense is simply divine…and…it is very simple to make! Many people think they are allergic to incense, but many commercial blends of incense are made with synthetic ingredients that emit toxic fumes when burned. Hand-blended incense is made from 100% natural ingredients and has wonderful healing and spiritual properties.Read More…
This blanket pattern uses the traditional granny square stitch, but it is worked in the shape of a rectangle, rather than a square. Creating a blanket in a rectangle shape is perfect for a crib blanket, a baby blanket or any other blanket you like. This project is suited forRead More…