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Attention all crafters! This collection is the ultimate list of Easter craft ideas! It ranges from crochet, knit, embroidery and beyond! We love our crafts, and we know you do too! So, put on your creative hat this week and craft with us!1. Huggable Amigurumi: BUNNYThe Easter Bunny is coming! Wouldn't this be the cutest addition to your kiddo's collection? 2. Knit Victoria Layette ePatternKnit your little one a layette for Easter. Elegant style is perfect for the spring outing.&nb …

Leisure Arts LOVES crochet and we have found 10 of the most irresistible crochet patterns that we just had to share with you! It was hard to pick just 10, but maybe this will get your creative crochet juices flowing! Staring in no particular irresistible order....1. Say hello to the adorable Finn the Fox. He struts his stuff with his full belly, pointy nose and darling vine scarf. If you haven't had a chance to make this amigurumi...it's about time! Finn can be found in Mini Huggables. …

Leisure Arts is excited to present a NEW painting tutorial featuring Cheep! paints! It is a basic tutorial that anyone can paint - trust us! If you can add dots and blend them, draw and paint circles, dot with Qtips and paint easy shapes then you can complete this project! You will only need a few supplies: 1 Art Advantage 12x16 Large (11) and medium (8) paint brush (check out Cheep! paintbrushes!)Cheep Paint in the following colors: Permanent Violet, Magenta,  …

Welcome back to Crochet 101! We have been learning how to crochet with Kristi Simpson and we're so glad you've joined us!In Crochet 101 *PART 1* we learned the very basics of how to hold our hook, yarn, how to slip knot and single crochet. In Crochet 101 *PART2* we learned the basic stitches: Single crochet, half double crochet and double crochet. Now, in Crochet 101 *Part 3* we're going to learn about how to read a pattern. It sounds simple to some, but to others it sounds l …

These kits are an innovative mix between embroidery and string art. Each kit is prepackaged with everything you need to complete your project. They are ideal for a personalized gift or as a personal craft to slow down and enjoy creating a beautiful decor piece for your home. Now, the stitches may look intimidating, but don't worry - we have you covered with videos! YES! Step by step video instructions on how to complete the main stitches for the Wood Stitchery Kits are available NOW so you …