Craft
All about crafts, handmade products and traditional techniques
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Crochet Tutorial: How to Make a Granny Square for Beginners
Go back to basics and learn how to crochet the granny square in this step-by-step tutorial with Katie Jones
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Crochet Tutorial: how to calculate the stitches easily
Discover this basic guide to knitting with the proportion formula and calculating points, with Santa Pazienzia One of the biggest difficulties we can face when we start a crochet project is how to calculate the stitches we need for our project. In the end, the correct calculation of the points will be what determines whether the item of clothing is symmetrical or whether the size is exact. Estefa González, better known as @santapazienzia, is a designer, crochet teacher and creator of the Santa Pazienzia website. This crochet master shares in this tutorial her technique for calculating points based on the proportion formula. Don't miss the video below!
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Embroidery Tutorial: the grid stitch
Learn step by step how to illustrate with the grid stitch technique with Yolanda Andrés Yolanda Andrés (@yolandandres) grew up in a town surrounded by friends and family with the women in her life. But she hung up the thimble to dedicate herself to graphic design and advertising until in 2008, when her daughter was born prematurely, she began to accompany the long hours in the hospital with the thread and needle. So what she started as a way to abstract herself, stop counting hours and relax became her job. Now she is an artistic embroiderer who has worked for large brands and institutions such as Hermès, Museo Thyssen or Carolina Herrera. In this tutorial she teaches you how to make the grid stitch, one of the most interesting cross stitches. See the tutorial below:
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Weaving Tutorial: how to assemble the warp for a circular loom
Learn with Ancestral basic tips to keep in mind before starting to weave on a circular loom Weaving with a round base opens a world of possibilities to think about and compose tapestries and unique textile pieces, but to start it is important to create a solid base: the warp, a set of longitudinal threads placed under tension on a loom, will be the foundation on which to work. In this tutorial, Erika Pineda, textile artist and founder of Ancestral (@ancestral_co), a brand dedicated to the production of hand-woven decorative pieces, teaches us how to assemble a warp in two different ways: with and without a central tie. You can see the video here.
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10 Great Embroidery Artists to Follow on Instagram
From radical creators pushing the boundaries to haute couture fashion houses, get inspired by these incredible embroidery artists
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Macramé Tutorial: how to make a "charm" keychain easily and from scratch
Create your own handmade ornament with this tutorial by Beatriz González, creator of Olvido Madrid
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Embroidery tutorial: 4 basic tips for beginners
Learn with Señorita Lylo some of the secrets to start embroidery brilliantly Señorita Lylo (@srtalylo) is a graphic designer and embroiderer. She starts each of her projects as a challenge and she puts her whole hand and her heart into it. Next, she shows you 4 simple tips to get started in embroidery, because the art of sewing requires a lot of prior preparation. See VIDEO of the tutorial below:
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Top Podcasts That Every Craft Lover Should Listen To
Discover the perfect podcasts for craft enthusiasts, tune in and let your creativity flow.
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15 courses to create handmade Christmas gifts
Learn how to create unique, handmade Christmas gifts with these 15 courses. Surprise your loved ones with your creativity this holiday season.
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Low Temperature Enamel Technique: Jewelry Tutorial with Sabrina Formica
Welcome to a captivating tutorial brought to you by Sabrina Formica, an incredible jewelry designer originally from Italy. In this illuminating session, Sabrina will guide you through the intricate art of the low temperature enamel technique. Thanks to her comprehensive instructions, you will learn how to create stunning pieces of enameled jewelry.
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Amigurumi Tutorial: How to make amigurumi eyes with Lhylaraña
Learn a simple technique to make eyes for your amigurumi dolls with Lhylaraña Amigurumi has transcended Japanese borders thanks to its kawaii designs and has become an art that has captivated people around the world. Thanks to the crochet technique, amigurumis allow the creation of an infinite variety of characters, universes and shapes, providing a unique opportunity to give free rein to our imagination. If you create amigurumi, you will know that one of the most important features is their eyes. The eyes give life to the amigurumi, and it is what can elevate your designs and give them personality. In this tutorial, amigurumi designer and weaver Lhylaraña (@lhylaranha), known in the world of knitting as "the spider", will show us how to make expressive eyes for our dolls in a simple and accessible way.
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The therapeutic art of origami: benefits for mental health
Origami is an ancient technique that consists of creating figures by folding paper. This Japanese art has captivated generations with its beauty through simplicity. But it is about much more than a creative hobby. In addition to producing amazing three-dimensional creations from a single sheet of paper, origami also offers significant mental health benefits, such as helping you relax in stressful situations. Discover the calming and therapeutic benefits of origami in this interesting article.
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Macramé Tutorial: 4 Weaving Tips for Beginners
Discover simple tips and tricks to get started in macramé and achieve professional results in your projects
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Crochet Tutorial: crochet a bandana for yourself or your pet
Download the pattern for free and learn how to crochet this piece for your hair or as an accessory for your dog or cat
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