Handicrafts Interested in crafts? Discover our inspiring knitting, crocheting, and sewing tutorials—ideal for beginners and experienced crafters alike! Mon, 06 Jul 2026 06:00:19 +0000 Tue, 21 Jul 2026 04:22:39 +0000 Laminas_Feed_Writer 2 (https://getlaminas.org) https://www.kotona.com/themes/handicrafts Crochet a breezy summer bag: 3 cotton-yarn patterns by Annette Saksman Mon, 06 Jul 2026 06:00:19 +0000 https://www.kotona.com/articles/crochet-cotton-bag-patterns https://www.kotona.com/articles/crochet-cotton-bag-patterns 0 9 crochet basket patterns for beautiful storage you’ll use every day Tue, 30 Jun 2026 06:00:14 +0000 https://www.kotona.com/articles/crochet-basket-patterns https://www.kotona.com/articles/crochet-basket-patterns 0 Crochet a summer bag that lasts: our favorite patterns and smartest tips Fri, 26 Jun 2026 07:00:23 +0000 https://www.kotona.com/articles/crocheted-summer-bag https://www.kotona.com/articles/crocheted-summer-bag 0 Crochet a colorful bag from pieces—finished with a decorative flower Thu, 25 Jun 2026 06:00:15 +0000 https://www.kotona.com/articles/crochet-a-colorful-bag-from-pieces-finished-with-a-decorative-flower https://www.kotona.com/articles/crochet-a-colorful-bag-from-pieces-finished-with-a-decorative-flower 0 This fun color-block cushion is made with intarsia crochet—see Molla Mills’s pattern Thu, 25 Jun 2026 05:30:15 +0000 https://www.kotona.com/articles/molla-mills-blok-cushion https://www.kotona.com/articles/molla-mills-blok-cushion 0 Crocheted jute table runner—this sturdy runner keeps its shape beautifully Thu, 25 Jun 2026 05:00:17 +0000 https://www.kotona.com/articles/crocheted-jute-table-runner https://www.kotona.com/articles/crocheted-jute-table-runner 0 Why granny squares are everywhere again—from tops to hoods and pants Wed, 17 Jun 2026 08:00:16 +0000 https://www.kotona.com/articles/granny-square-boom https://www.kotona.com/articles/granny-square-boom 0 3 everlasting flower crowns to knit, crochet, or craft—and enjoy year after year Wed, 17 Jun 2026 06:00:16 +0000 https://www.kotona.com/articles/everlasting-flower-crowns https://www.kotona.com/articles/everlasting-flower-crowns 0 Why a gauge swatch can save your knitting project, according to a designer Wed, 10 Jun 2026 09:04:02 +0000 https://www.kotona.com/articles/knitting-a-gauge-swatch https://www.kotona.com/articles/knitting-a-gauge-swatch 0 Knit this breezy summer top in no time with Minttu Wikberg’s pattern Wed, 10 Jun 2026 09:00:52 +0000 https://www.kotona.com/articles/knitted-top https://www.kotona.com/articles/knitted-top 0 Beyond the basic granny square—six creative crocheters show what’s possible Wed, 03 Jun 2026 12:20:26 +0000 https://www.kotona.com/articles/creative-crochet-ideas https://www.kotona.com/articles/creative-crochet-ideas 0 Pom-pom slippers—crochet these plush slippers with chunky yarn Wed, 03 Jun 2026 08:50:34 +0000 https://www.kotona.com/articles/pom-pom-slippers https://www.kotona.com/articles/pom-pom-slippers 0 How to substitute yarn in a knitting pattern—yarn swaps made simple! Wed, 03 Jun 2026 08:48:22 +0000 https://www.kotona.com/articles/how-to-substitute-yarn https://www.kotona.com/articles/how-to-substitute-yarn 0 Brain researcher Kiti Müller, 71: “Every moment spent crocheting is good for the brain” Fri, 29 May 2026 09:52:59 +0000 https://www.kotona.com/articles/crocheting-is-good-for-the-brain https://www.kotona.com/articles/crocheting-is-good-for-the-brain 0 “A mended garment doesn’t signal poverty”—Rimma Gimpel’s visible mending is art with a message Wed, 27 May 2026 07:47:22 +0000 https://www.kotona.com/articles/rimma-gimpel-visible-mending https://www.kotona.com/articles/rimma-gimpel-visible-mending 0 Crochet scarf pattern—the cheerful colors are inspired by pick-and-mix candy Wed, 27 May 2026 07:29:44 +0000 https://www.kotona.com/articles/crochet-scarf-pattern-from-granny-squares https://www.kotona.com/articles/crochet-scarf-pattern-from-granny-squares 0 Flowerpot covers, a summer top and more: readers share charming granny-square crochet ideas Fri, 22 May 2026 12:16:45 +0000 https://www.kotona.com/articles/readers-granny-square-crochet-projects https://www.kotona.com/articles/readers-granny-square-crochet-projects 0 Step inside Johanna and Börje’s crochet-filled camper van: “The only place I won’t crochet anything is the engine bay” Wed, 20 May 2026 10:58:39 +0000 https://www.kotona.com/articles/johannas-crochet-filled-camper-van https://www.kotona.com/articles/johannas-crochet-filled-camper-van 0 Crochet your own bucket hat—a classic accessory for sunny days Mon, 18 May 2026 13:34:40 +0000 https://www.kotona.com/articles/crocheted-bucket-hat https://www.kotona.com/articles/crocheted-bucket-hat 0 “I work a little magic to make knits fit plus-size bodies”—Emmi Pääkkönen shares how she adjusts knitting patterns Wed, 13 May 2026 09:25:18 +0000 https://www.kotona.com/articles/emmis-plus-size-knits https://www.kotona.com/articles/emmis-plus-size-knits 0 This crocheted bow pillow is sweet as candy—use up your leftover yarn for this colorful project Tue, 12 May 2026 08:53:37 +0000 https://www.kotona.com/articles/crocheted-bow-pillow https://www.kotona.com/articles/crocheted-bow-pillow 0 Lea knitted showstopping flame socks for Eurovision night: “The trophy is coming back to Finland” Fri, 08 May 2026 12:21:32 +0000 https://www.kotona.com/articles/eurovision-flame-socks https://www.kotona.com/articles/eurovision-flame-socks 0 Even knitting isn’t what it used to be Wed, 06 May 2026 11:21:14 +0000 https://www.kotona.com/articles/katri-jaalamaas-column-on-how-knitting-has-changed https://www.kotona.com/articles/katri-jaalamaas-column-on-how-knitting-has-changed 0 Whip up a crocheted bread basket in one evening—get the pattern! Tue, 05 May 2026 09:13:39 +0000 https://www.kotona.com/articles/crocheted-bread-basket https://www.kotona.com/articles/crocheted-bread-basket 0 Crochet a striking dandelion rug with Molla Mills’s pattern Thu, 30 Apr 2026 11:11:33 +0000 https://www.kotona.com/articles/molla-mills-dandelion-crochet-rug https://www.kotona.com/articles/molla-mills-dandelion-crochet-rug 0 Ever tried visible mending? Meet 4 Finnish makers whose outfits will inspire you to mend and upcycle Wed, 29 Apr 2026 10:19:06 +0000 https://www.kotona.com/articles/visible-mending https://www.kotona.com/articles/visible-mending 0 How to choose sustainable yarn—what every knitter should know about a fiber’s origins Tue, 28 Apr 2026 08:44:18 +0000 https://www.kotona.com/articles/how-to-choose-sustainable-yarn https://www.kotona.com/articles/how-to-choose-sustainable-yarn 0 Crochet a cute basket—finished with a fun knot on the handle Wed, 22 Apr 2026 09:33:06 +0000 https://www.kotona.com/articles/crochet-basket-with-knot-handle https://www.kotona.com/articles/crochet-basket-with-knot-handle 0 Wavy stripes! A striking four-color crocheted rug Wed, 22 Apr 2026 09:30:10 +0000 https://www.kotona.com/articles/wavy-stripe-rug https://www.kotona.com/articles/wavy-stripe-rug 0 Easy stash-busting colorwork socks—long cuffs gobble up your yarn ends Tue, 21 Apr 2026 08:40:12 +0000 https://www.kotona.com/articles/minttu-wikberg-leftover-yarn-socks https://www.kotona.com/articles/minttu-wikberg-leftover-yarn-socks 0 Pussy willow socks—playful bobbles for springtime Wed, 15 Apr 2026 09:57:04 +0000 https://www.kotona.com/articles/pussy-willow-socks https://www.kotona.com/articles/pussy-willow-socks 0 Crocheted strawberry pillow—four repeating rows create a plush 3D texture Mon, 13 Apr 2026 08:00:16 +0000 https://www.kotona.com/articles/crocheted-strawberry-pillow https://www.kotona.com/articles/crocheted-strawberry-pillow 0 Granny-square cardigan—turn your leftover yarns into a timeless favorite Wed, 08 Apr 2026 09:00:13 +0000 https://www.kotona.com/articles/granny-square-cardigan https://www.kotona.com/articles/granny-square-cardigan 0 What drives yarn prices—and which one is best for beginners? Yarn shop owner explains Wed, 08 Apr 2026 08:00:09 +0000 https://www.kotona.com/articles/yarn-shop-owner-tiina-huhtaniemi https://www.kotona.com/articles/yarn-shop-owner-tiina-huhtaniemi 0 Just 13 squares and a strap: crochet a chic summer bag Tue, 07 Apr 2026 10:00:13 +0000 https://www.kotona.com/articles/crocheted-bag-from-squares https://www.kotona.com/articles/crocheted-bag-from-squares 0 Pastor Jaana crochets granny-square stoles for her vestments: “I crochet the joys and sorrows I encounter” Thu, 02 Apr 2026 07:36:23 +0000 https://www.kotona.com/articles/pastor-jaana-crocheted-stoles https://www.kotona.com/articles/pastor-jaana-crocheted-stoles 0 Crocheted lace tank top—a breezy top you’ll want to wear all summer long Wed, 01 Apr 2026 10:00:21 +0000 https://www.kotona.com/articles/crocheted-lace-tank-top-a-breezy-top-you-ll-want-to-wear-all-summer-long https://www.kotona.com/articles/crocheted-lace-tank-top-a-breezy-top-you-ll-want-to-wear-all-summer-long 0 Bag it up beautifully—Molla Mills’s seamless tote bag is crocheted with rag yarn and cotton twine Mon, 30 Mar 2026 10:00:13 +0000 https://www.kotona.com/articles/rasyla-bag https://www.kotona.com/articles/rasyla-bag 0 Knit the beautiful Clematis wool socks with a popular Japanese lace pattern Thu, 26 Mar 2026 10:00:18 +0000 https://www.kotona.com/articles/clematis-socks https://www.kotona.com/articles/clematis-socks 0 Crochet chic raffia placemats—striped or marled, your choice Tue, 24 Mar 2026 10:00:15 +0000 https://www.kotona.com/articles/crochet-raffia-placemats https://www.kotona.com/articles/crochet-raffia-placemats 0