As July rolls in and the skies get ready to sparkle, there’s something magical about mixing the spirit of independence with a dash of handmade charm. Whether you’re prepping for a backyard BBQ, planning a weekend getaway, or soaking up some quiet time with your yarn and a tall glass of iced tea, this week is all about celebrating your freedom to create.
✨ Crafting Freedom: Why Summer Projects Just Hit Different
There’s something so satisfying about summer crafting. Long daylight hours. Breezy evenings on the porch. A little less hustle, a little more “me time.” It’s the perfect season to…
- Try a new pattern (hello watermelon coasters or sunflower bookmarks 🌻)
- Finally start that project you’ve been pinning for months
- Join a community CAL/KAL (hint: we’ve got a KAL going right now!)
Crafting gives you the power to pause, play, and express yourself—no matter what life throws your way.
🧶 3 Fun + Festive Projects to Try This Week
1. Red, White & You Dishcloths
A great way to bust your stash and make something useful! Mix bold brights or go Americana with classic tones.
2. Star-Spangled Mug Cozy
The perfect little WIP for a road trip, picnic, or porch swing session. Add a button and voilà…adorable!
3. Summer Gnome Bookmark
Because what’s more fun than a tiny gnome keeping your place in a book or journal? Bonus points if you use patriotic colors!
🧁 Bonus: Quick No-Bake Treat for Crafty Celebrations
Need a treat while you stitch? Whip up some yogurt parfaits with berries and granola for a red-white-and-yum moment. Cool, festive, and won’t melt your face off in the summer heat.
🌟 Remember: You Don’t Have to Finish—Just Begin
Your stitches don’t have to be perfect. Your project doesn’t have to be big. Just starting something can shift your energy, lift your mood, and remind you that joy lives in the small moments.
What’s on your hook or needles this week?
Tag me on socials or share in our VIP group. I’d love to see how you’re celebrating with creativity. 💖
Happy 4th and happy crafting,
Stephanie
Craft. Laugh. Create. Repeat.