National Craft Month 2022
Get back into crafting! March is National Craft Month. Discover a new craft each day this month!
March has arrived, and with March comes National Craft Month! Celebrate National Craft Month 2022 and discover a new tutorial every day this month!
We're releasing new projects from wonderful brands in the industry: Arrow Cabinets, ErinLaneBags.com, Expression Fiber Arts, Handknitting.com, KristinOmdahl.com, Scrapbook Adhesives, Sugru.com, Superior Threads, WeAreKnitters.com, and Wilcom.com.
Here you'll find a variety of projects, such as sewing patterns, embroidery designs, crochet projects, yarn crafts, spring decor, and more. Check out the images below for a sneak peak!
A new craft will be linked each day, so be sure to bookmark this page and check out the new tutorials throughout the month of March!
Let us know what you're crafting this month by posting on social media with the hashtag #nationalcraftmonth.
PLUS: Enter to win $1,000+ in craft supplies with our National Craft Month Extravagant Grand Prize Giveaway! Each of our wonderful sponsors is giving away crafty goodies all month long! You can enter 5x/day, so check back often to increase your chances of winning!
Enter the National Craft Month Extravagant Grand Prize Giveaway
AND, enter to win each individual company's prizes, too!
- Arrow Sewing Bright Buttons Hydraulic Sewing Chair Giveaway
- Superior Threads Multi-Thread Spool Assortment Giveaway
- Erin Lane Self-Locking Project Bag Giveaway
- Expression Fiber Arts Dried Herb Hues Mini Yarn Kit Giveaway
- Kristin Omdahl Personalized Book Bundle Giveaway
- Gale Cardigan Yarn Bundle and Knitting Kit Giveaway
- Sugru Fix and Create Mouldable Glue Kit Giveaway
- Handknitting Radiant Cotton Yarn Giveaway
- Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L Super Crafting Prize Giveaway
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National Craft Month 2022
March 1
How to Knit the Bobble Stitch
by We Are Knitters
Bobble stitch is a decorative stitch that is usually worked with stockinette stitch. To knit the bobble stitch you need to cast on an odd number of stitches so that the bobbles are offset from each other. We’ll leave a few stitches between each bobble.
March 2
Textured Plant Pots? Sure, just Sugru it!
by Sugru
Does your home need a little uplift? Create some joy with these gorgeous patterned pots by maker Fran Stone from Fall For DIY. Her tutorial is super easy, and apparently, the process is as therapeutic as the outcome!
March 3
Planner Camp
by Erin.Lane
No matter what kind of planner you use, we have planner camp for you. Come learn how to use your planner, avoid pitfalls of modern planning, stay on track, create new habits, understand how your brain works, and why planning helps you stay on track!
March 4
Sadie Crochet Shawl Pattern
by Kristin Omdahl
This a simple and fun, top down increasing shawl that creates a half-circle shape. The sampling of easy to memorize stitch patterns make this a relaxing, zen project.
March 5
Tunisian Fade Shawl
by With Alex
The Tunisian Fade Shawl, with it's simple knit stitch and easy color changes, is a wonderful project for any skill level of crocheter.
March 6
Thanks Foiled Rainbow Box Tutorial
by SCRAPS of (my) Life
Do you love rainbows? It brings a smile every time I spot one. Instead of a card, I created a 5 x 7-inch box to add a thank you gift for a friend. It has lots of texture, shine, and dimension! Let me show you how to create this!
March 7
Glittered Birthday Wishes Card
by Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L
Make glittered accents with the brand new 3D Foam Strips Large White and create your own Glittered Birthday Wishes card. This project is so simple to create that it’s also suitable for beginning card makers.
March 8
Drink Coasters
by Superior Threads
Do you want to jazz up your table and have some fun doing it? Add a burst of color with some nice coasters. These look difficult, but trust us, if you can cut a (somewhat) straight line, you can make these cute coasters. You’ll have enough fabric to make a few extras. Be creative and have fun!
March 9
Nautile Knitted Shawl
by Expression Fiber Arts
Nautile – A nautilus-inspired, semi-circular, spiral wedge shawl that’s perfect for an adventurous beginner knitter. The body of the shawl features a four-row repeating stitch pattern of alternating sections of eyelet lace and reverse stockinette. Comes with written and charted instructions and a video tutorial.
March 10
Wave Pattern Scarf
by Hand Knitting
This warm and snuggly scarf is perfect for fall and winter, and makes a welcome gift. An uncomplicated yet stunning pattern is suitable for any variegated bulky yarn that knits to about 3-3½ stitches per inch.
March 11
Mod Podge Easter Tray
by The Flamingo Chronicals
My sweet princess loves to find new things when she comes over. I think she is going to love this Easter Tray that I created using Paper Mod Podge
March 12
Picnic Party Mason Jars
by Life in the Craft Lane
Memorial Day, Independence Day and Labor Day are all good times for family BBQs and picnics. Celebrate your patriotism in style with etched mason jars for perfect party table decorations!
March 13
Robin's Egg Painted Rock Magnets
by Purple and Lime
Painting rocks can be a relaxing, inexpensive pastime and requires only a few basic materials. This tutorial turns hand-painted stones into little works of magnetic fridge art. Best of all, this design is inspired by a charming spring bird- the robin! Their eggs are the most lovely shade of speckled blue, and this effect is easy to recreate using acrylic paint.
March 14
Sunglasses Case in the Hoop Embroidery Design
by Wilcom
Create a beautiful Sunglasses Case. A fantastic and easy ITH project by Caroline Critchfield.
March 15
Layla Crochet Shawl Pattern
by Kristin Omdahl
This is an easy and relaxing crochet zen project featuring 5 simple stitch patterns. It would be just as pretty in a solid color as well as in the unlimited variations available to you when you combine up to 5 color stripes.
March 16
Triple Crochet
by We Are Knitters
The treble crochet is a little taller than double crochet. Learn how to crochet this building block stitch with the photo and video tutorial from We Are Knitters.
March 17
Terrazzo Style Jewelry in a Few Easy Steps
by Sugru
Craft your own colorful jewelry with a mix of Sugru Moldable Glue. Unlike ordinary glues, Sugru is soft to touch once taken out of the pack and allows a 30-minute working time before starting to set slowly. Perfect for creating terrazzo style pieces with already set pieces of Sugru - it’s easy to control, fun to work with and delivers a neat and unique finish.
March 18
Dog Treat Tag
by Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L
Fun texture like flock can be embellished with Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L®'s E-Z Runner® Stars and E-Z Runner® Hearts! Add these two-sided adhesive shapes to accent a sweet tag with a treat to welcome a puppy. Teri Anderson shows you how with a tutorial.
March 19
Honey and Oatmeal Soap Bars
By Mom Skoop
Honey and Oatmeal Soap Bars made with goat’s milk, organic oats, vanilla essential oil, and raw honey are soothing, gently exfoliating, and easy to make. These DIY soap bars lather wonderfully, are moisturizing, and are a lovely treat for your skin.
March 20
Red Braid Table Runner
by Samelia's Mum
I made this Red Braid Table Runner and had such a fun time putting it together. I was so organised that I even had time to hand quilt it.
March 21
Easy Butterfly Flour Sack Towels
by Creatively Beth
I love no-sew projects, how about you? A recent trip to Anthropology inspired these Easy Butterfly Flour Sack Towels. Mixing and matching fabric, felt, buttons, and trim is a characteristic of my favorite style – Boho!
March 22
Inspirational Promise Jar
by Mommy Snippets
Of all encouragement jar ideas, this one is easy to make and will be a handmade project of love for that special senior.
March 23
Hot Mess to Yes - Organize Your Stash
By Erin.Lane
It's not a popular opinion, but if your stash and tools are organized, you have more time to spend crafting. And isn't that the point? More time to knit or crochet? Here are 10 tips for getting that stash sorted and your tools tamed.
March 24
Paper Butterfly Corner Bookmark
by Creative Cynchronicity
This Paper Butterfly Corner Bookmark is so pretty and so much fun to make! I’ve been making corner bookmarks for years and they’re such a quick and easy little gift. Send one inside a greeting card – it’s a great way to let loved ones you can’t see in person know that you are thinking of them. Or include as part of a bigger gift – place inside a special book for someone who loves to read.
March 25
Applique with Charlotte's Fusible Web
By: Superior Threads
A great way to reduce bulk and glue is to use Charlotte’s Fusible Web for applique.
March 26
Woven Ribbon Ring Pillow
by Life in the Craft Lane
Weave together beautiful ribbons to create an elegant ring bearer pillow that will be a cherished keepsake for years to come!
March 27
Upcycled Rainbow Scrap Wreath
by Creatively Beth
Create a vibrant wreath using scraps of your favorite craft felt! This is a charming project to celebrate holidays like Earth Day and to add cheer to your door all year long!
March 28
In the Hoop Jar Cover
by Wilcom
Create a lovely jar cover with no artwork, just using the built in tools and features of Hatch. A great ITH project by Lindee Goodall.
March 29
Noel Crochet Shawl
by Expression Fiber Arts
Noël – A holiday-inspired, semi-circular, spiral shawl that’s ideal for an adventurous beginner crocheter. The body of the shawl features a two-row repeating stitch pattern of alternating sections of picot lace and solid crochet. Comes with written and charted instructions and a video tutorial.
March 30
Easy Cover-Up or Robe
by Hand Knitting
A fun cover-up for pool or beach. You can use any DK weight vegetable fiber yarn. A smooth yarn will have a different look than a textured yarn, and a variegated yarn is also pretty in this pattern. Pattern is composed of stripes of stockinette, reverse stockinette, and drop stitch.
March 31
How to Make Wood Pallet Coasters with Personality
by Mommy Snippets
Turn mini pallets into snazzy coasters that guests are sure to compliment! With the help of cheery paint and washi tape, your coasters are sure to brighten any table!
