Hi, I’m Katia Ferris, a SF-based doll designer and Creativebug instructor. We don’t usually associate knitting with instant gratification. It’s more often seen as a …
Knit a Sweater For Your Puppy Doll
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Pressed Flower Projects
I’ve always been curious about pressing flowers but didn’t know where to start. I love saving beautiful little bits of urban walks and nature hikes as mementos, but once they’re dry, …
Mending Wool Slippers
My favorite wool slippers are cozy companions on chilly mornings, but after a few years, they are showing some wear. I bought them at a …
A Good Winter Read
Even in California, these last few weeks have been cold. For folks NOT in California, that might sound ridiculous. But for me, seeing my breath …
The Most Wonderful Time of the Year Calls for Art Journaling
by Dawn DeVries Sokol It’s the most wonderful time of the year! And it doesn’t feel that way to me without my holiday art journal. …
Art Club Magic: DIY Stickers, Serendipity, and Creativebug
by Donovan Russell, Library Specialist at the Berkeley Public Library I work as a Library Specialist at the Berkeley Public Library, and one of the best parts …
Simple Syrup Recipes for the Holidays
When gatherings begin to fill the calendar, a bottle of homemade simple syrup can be your secret ingredient for quick festive drinks and desserts. Made …
My New Art Obsession: Junk Journaling
You know that feeling of spending a long time searching for something and when you finally find that thing, a voice inside you exclaims “THIS …
Crochet a Teddy Bear Bag Charm – Free Pattern
Personalize your bags and express your personality with bag charms! We’re seeing dangly bag charms everywhere and on everyone. You can have one signature piece …
Make a Side Sewn Back to School Book
I’ve been making books for nearly twenty years and have favorite bindings and structures for every occasion. The side sewn book is one of my …